Where, oh where, has June gone? Anyone? Anyone? Well, ready or not, it's time for the 4th of July. This week's look into the archives is very star and red-white-and-blue heavy, but there's a little something for every type of patriotic get-together.
Whether you want to make whimsical fireworks cookies or fancy raspberry champagne sorbet, I have you covered with recipes and tutorials.
Thirteen 4th of July Desserts
These whimsical fireworks cookies are the only kinds of fireworks I want near my house on the 4th. Yes, I love a grand community fireworks display, but in my neighborhood? I'll stick to cookies. The black outline on these cookies really adds a great touch of whimsy and makes the red, white, and blue POP! (So to speak.)
American Flag Cherry & Blueberry Cookie Bars
No 4th of July dessert round-up is complete without an American flag dessert of some sort. Instead of pie or fruit pizza, try these patriotic cookie bars instead. They're a hit!
If your Independence Day soiree trends towards fancy, make this Raspberry Champagne Sorbet. Ooh-la-la! Delicious and refreshing...it's just the dessert to beat the heat on the 4th!
M&Ms Inside-Patriotic Star Cookies
Just imagine the delight on the kiddos' faces as they break open these cookies to discover...mini M&Ms!!! They really are fun to eat...and surprisingly easy to make!
This cookie set has a little bit of a Texas theme, but you could easily leave that shape out of your set...if you must. C'mon, though, Texas is pretty cute! Again, that black outline on a decorated cookie does it for me. It makes my heart happy. These 4th of July decorated bomb pop cookies are super simple to make; you can't mess them up!
With the heat we've all been experiencing, I think ice cream is a must. Homemade strawberry ice cream, served in a wine goblet, drizzled with fruit sauce, and topped with a star cookie is the perfect end to a day of patriotic festivities. You don't even have to decorate the cookie!
