4th of July Dessert Hacks
These 4th of July dessert hacks are a lifesaver when you’re short on time but still want to impress your guests. With a little creativity and some store-bought ingredients, you can create festive and delicious desserts in no time. Plus, they’re all customizable and can be made to suit any party size or theme!
- Prep Time: 10–20 minutes
- Total Time: 15–30 minutes
- Yield: 6–12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Ice cream sandwiches
Red, white, and blue sprinkle mix
Strawberry rhubarb pie (store-bought or homemade)
Star-shaped cookie cutter
Fresh strawberries
Fresh blueberries
Edible flowers like chamomile
Store-bought cupcakes (vanilla or red velvet)
Red fruit roll-ups
Instructions
1. Red, White, and Blue Ice Cream Sandwiches:
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Take your favorite ice cream sandwiches.
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Roll the sides in a red, white, and blue sprinkle mix.
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Place back in the freezer for a few minutes to set.
2. Flag Pie:
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Start with a store-bought lattice crust pie.
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Use a small star-shaped cookie cutter to cut stars from fresh strawberries.
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Decorate the pie with the strawberry stars, blueberries, and edible flowers.
3. American Flag Cupcakes:
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Purchase store-bought cupcakes.
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Remove excess frosting to create a flat top.
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Cut red fruit roll-ups into stripes and arrange on the cupcakes.
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Place fresh blueberries to form stars.
Notes
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Ice Cream Sandwiches: Try using different flavors of ice cream or cake to customize the ice cream sandwiches.
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Flag Pie: You can switch the flavor of the pie (apple, cherry, or blueberry) depending on preference.
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Cupcakes: Experiment with different types of fruit rolls or frosting colors for a unique twist.
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