Easy 4th of July Recipes
Easy 4th of July Recipes for an old-fashioned holiday gathering. These are my tried and true favorites for summer cookouts and get togethers including appetizers, main dishes, sides, desserts and drinks! There’s something to please everyone!
We always host a big 4th of July celebration and it’s a guaranteed good time with delicious food, swimming, playing horse shoes and an epic fireworks show. I look forward to it all year long!
How to Host the Best 4th of July Party:
- Plan the menu in advance. Prepare the side dishes, condiments and desserts a day in advance.
- Plan to have drinks for both kids and adults.
- Don’t go overboard with the decorations. Simple mason jars filled with sunflowers and patriotic pinwheels will add a festive vibe without breaking the bank.
- Don’t be afraid to let your guests pitch in with their favorite potluck dish, bags of ice, paper plates, napkins or drinks.
- Have guests bring extra lawn chairs so everyone has a comfortable seat for the fireworks show.
These are my tried and true recipes that are perfect for any size get together with some make ahead recipes too.
Fourth of July Appetizers
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Knorr Spinach Dip
Cool, creamy and delicious. This is the classic cold spinach dip that everyone loves. It's easy to make ahead and the recipe that we make for every gathering.
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2
Alabama Fire Crackers
You might want to make a double batch of these tasty snacks! They are the absolute most addictive appetizer for any get together or holiday party. Make them as spicy or mild as you like!
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3
Lil Smokies Pigs in a Blanket
A quick appetizer that is perfect for summer cookouts. Made with pizza dough and bite-sized smoked sausages for the best bite-sized starter.
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4
Jalapeno Popper Cheese Ball
A great make ahead appetizer with all of the delicious flavors of the jalapeno popper! Serve it up with your favorite crackers or veggies for a crowd favorite.
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5
Fried Shrimp
Crispy fried shrimp makes a great appetizer that is quick and easy to make. Buttermilk battered and deep fried until crunchy and delicious. The appetizer no one can resist!
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6
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Garlic Parmesan Wing Sauce
Creamy garlic parmesan wing sauce takes any chicken wing recipe to the next level of deliciousness. A great make ahead dip.
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Out Grilling
Boat Dip
A cool and creamy dip with ranch and rotel tomatoes. This one is a delicious make ahead appetizer that is always a hit.
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8
Cheese Dreams
Cheese Dreams are loaded with cheesy flavor + garlic and ranch for a savory bite that everyone will love!
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Out Grilling
Armadillo Eggs
Jalapeño poppers wrapped in sausage and bacon that's slathered in bbq sauce for a smoky and delicious appetizer on the grill.
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Fourth of July Main Dishes
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Hot Dog Charcuterie Board
Grilled hot dogs served up with every topping you can imagine! This is a great way to feed a hungry crowd and everyone can build their ultimate hot dog.
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11
Barbecue Ribs
The most tender, juicy and delicious pork ribs that are slathered in bbq sauce for a cookout favorite. A simple grilling recipe that will steal the show at any cookout.
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12
Bacon Mozzarella Burgers
These burgers are juicy, delicious and loaded with mozzarella cheese and topped with crispy bacon. Smoky burgers with all of your favorite toppings.
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13
Maple Glazed Chicken Wings
Smoky chicken wings with a sweet and savory glaze that can not be topped! These wings on the grill are a guaranteed hit for any cookout.
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14
Poor Man’s Burnt Ends
Smoky chunks of chuck roast that are tender, juicy and full of bbq flavor. This is an easy recipe for a crowd and easier than a brisket.
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15
Out Grilling
Smoked Brisket
The best smoked brisket is the best for feeding a crowd. Step by step directions for tender, juicy and flavorful beef brisket.
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Out Grilling
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Brisket Stuffed Poblano Peppers
Smoky brisket and cheese stuffed into poblano peppers that are grilled to perfection. This is one of our most requested recipes and it's so flavorful!
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Fourth of July Side Dishes
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Skillet Mexican Street Corn
Our most requested side dish that everyone makes again and again. Serve this elotes corn hot or cold and it goes perfect with anything on the grill.
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19
Cucumber Onion Salad
Crisp cucumber and onion slices in a sweet and tangy dressing. This salad is a favorite make ahead side dish that is also a great topping for burgers and sandwiches.
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20
Cheesy Hashbrown Casserole
This hashbrown casserole is perfect to feed a crowd and can be made ahead. Made from scratch with whole potatoes and without cream soup for a hearty side dish that is so good with anything on the grill.
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21
Frito Corn Salad
If you need an easy side dish for barbecues this one is a show stopper. Made with frozen or canned corn along with crisp veggies and cheese with a creamy dressing. Top it off with crispy chili cheese fritos for a flavorful dish that everyone goes crazy for.
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22
The Best Macaroni Salad
Hands down, the best macaroni salad you'll ever make. A sweet and creamy dressing, loaded with bell peppers, carrots, celery and cheese. The flavor combo is irresistible.
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23
Tortellini Pasta Salad
Tortellini Pasta Salad is loaded with crispy bacon, sweet tomatoes and red onions in a creamy basil pesto dressing. The perfect make ahead side for summer.
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Fourth of July Desserts
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Strawberry Slab Pie
The classic strawberry pie with a shortbread crust and jello filling. This slab pie is easy to make ahead and feeds a crowd.
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25
Mini Cherry Cheesecake
Mini vanilla cheesecake with Oreo crust and cherry pie filling is the ultimate cool and creamy dessert that is perfect for parties.
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26
Pineapple Dump Cake
One of the easiest desserts you can make and this one is always a hit. Made with just 5 ingredients for a dessert that is going to be your new favorite for every occasion.
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27
Million Dollar Pound Cake
My favorite pound cake that has the best buttery flavor, tender texture and turns out every time. Serve it up with homemade whipped cream and fresh berries for a show-stopping dessert that tastes like a million bucks.
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28
No Bake Strawberry Cheesecake
Layers of graham crackers, vanilla cheesecake and fresh strawberries makes this a surefire hit for any summer gathering. Easy to make ahead and individual servings makes it easy to serve.
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4th of July Cocktails
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Strawberry Daiquiri
The best strawberry daiquiri made with both fresh and frozen strawberries, rum and lime juice for a refreshing cocktail that is perfect on a hot July day.
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30
Vodka Party Punch
The ultimate adult punch that is so easy to make for a crowd. Made with just 5 ingredients, this is a must-try for your summer cookouts.
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31
Rum Slush
A fun frozen cocktail to make ahead for 4th of July parties and summer celebrations. Made with just a few ingredients and your favorite rum.
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32
Strawberry Wine Punch
Strawberry wine punch is an easy pitcher cocktail to make for any party. Sweet and refreshing served ice cold for summer days.
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Strawberry Lemonade Moscato Slushie
A frozen cocktail that is made ahead of the party and is the perfect combination of flavors on a hot summer day.
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34
Firecracker Daiquiri
What's more fun than a red, white and blue daiquiri to celebrate on the fourth of July? These tasty frozen cocktails are always a party favorite.
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4th of July Drinks for Kids
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Easy Party Punch
This Easy Party Punch is my go- to drink for every family get together and holiday. Everyone loves it and it is so simple with just 3 ingredients!
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Red White and Blue Slush
Frozen layers of Hawaiian Punch and Lemon Lime Soda for a cool and refreshing treat that the kids will love!
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37
Watermelon Coolers
If you need a patriotic drink that everyone will love, this easy drink is so tasty and filled with ice cold watermelon balls and blueberries.
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38
Pineapple Lemonade
A 3 ingredient punch that is one of our most requested recipes. A refreshing and delicious twist on the summer time classic. Easy to make for a crowd.
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39
Berry Punch
Berry punch is made with fresh strawberries, lemon and pineapple plus ginger ale for a tasty drink that both kids and adults love.
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