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Easy One-Bowl 4th of July Fruit Flag Cake Recipe Kids Can Decorate Perfectly

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A simple, one-bowl vanilla cake topped with fresh berries arranged like a patriotic flag, perfect for family fun and 4th of July celebrations.

Ingredients

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  • 1⅔ cups (210g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 1 cup (240ml) buttermilk, room temperature (or substitute with milk + 1 tbsp lemon juice)
  • ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries (washed and dried)
  • 1½ cups strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • Optional: 1 cup whipped cream or vanilla frosting (for extra fun layering)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your baking pan with butter or spray and line with parchment paper for easy removal.
  2. Mix the dry ingredients in the bowl: Add the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk to combine evenly.
  3. Add the wet ingredients: Pour in the buttermilk, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract. Use an electric mixer or whisk to combine until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly with a spatula. Tap the pan gently on the counter to release air bubbles.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick in the center; it should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  6. Cool the cake completely at room temperature for about 1 hour before decorating.
  7. Decorate the cake with fruit: spread a thin layer of whipped cream or frosting if using. Arrange blueberries in the top left corner to mimic stars, then create red stripes with sliced strawberries across the rest of the cake.

Notes

[‘Use room temperature eggs and buttermilk for better blending and even rise.’, ‘Do not overmix the batter to avoid a dense cake.’, ‘Keep fruit dry before decorating to prevent sogginess.’, ‘Refrigerate the cake if not serving immediately.’, ‘Can substitute gluten-free flour 1:1 for gluten-free version.’, ‘Vegan adaptation possible by using flax eggs and plant-based milk with lemon juice.’, ‘Optional whipped cream or frosting adds extra fun and moisture barrier.’, ‘Cake can be baked in bundt pan or as cupcakes for variation.’, ‘Store leftovers in airtight container in refrigerator up to 3 days.’]

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Keywords: 4th of July cake, fruit flag cake, easy vanilla cake, patriotic dessert, kids decoration cake, summer cake, one-bowl cake

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