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Easy Affordable July 4th Desserts Perfect for the Whole Family Celebration

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These easy and affordable July 4th desserts are perfect for family gatherings, featuring simple ingredients and festive red, white, and blue colors. They are quick to prepare, budget-friendly, and crowd-pleasers for all ages.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¾ cup (180ml) milk, whole or 2% (or almond milk for dairy-free)
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • 1 cup whipped cream or whipped topping
  • ¼ cup red, white, and blue sprinkles (optional)
  • Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)
  • 1 sleeve graham crackers or vanilla wafer cookies (for no-bake options)
  • 8 oz (225g) cream cheese, softened (for no-bake options)
  • 14 oz (400g) can sweetened condensed milk (for no-bake options)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (for no-bake options)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your baking pan with butter or non-stick spray.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until combined.
  3. In another bowl, use an electric mixer to cream the softened butter until smooth and fluffy, about 2 minutes. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with milk, beginning and ending with the flour. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.
  5. Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  6. Let the cake cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Cooling in the fridge can speed this up but wrap well to avoid drying out.
  7. Wash and hull the strawberries and blueberries. Slice strawberries thinly for even layering.
  8. Spread a layer of whipped cream over the cooled cake. Arrange the sliced strawberries and blueberries on top in festive patterns. Sprinkle with red, white, and blue sprinkles if desired.
  9. Chill the dessert in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving to let flavors meld.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter to keep the cake tender and fluffy. Use room temperature eggs and butter for better texture. Whip cream until stiff peaks form but avoid overwhipping. Gently pat berries dry to avoid soggy topping. Assemble dessert just before serving if possible to maintain freshness. Frozen berries can be used if thawed and drained well. Gluten-free and vegan substitutions are possible.

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