Foodie Friday: 13 All American Desserts

{ Via: Williams Sonoma }

Chances are that many of you will be asked to bring a dish on the 4th of July. And if not that, you'll be cooking for your own celebration. When asked, I always offer to bring dessert. It's my favorite thing to make. You know, it's the scraping the bowl and licking the beaters that hits my sweet spot. And isn't a color theme just too fun not to do? Here are the red, white, and blue desserts that made me excited for the holiday. I think the Raspberry Cream Cheese Bars are calling my name. Enjoy and remember that calories don't count on the fourth.

American Flag Donuts
Start or end the holiday with a delicious donut. Aren't these fun? You better make extra, because no one will be able to pass these up! 
The First Year Blog

Red Velvet Cheesecake Cake

If you ever had any of the cheesecakes made by The Cheesecake Factory, the author says, this is perfect for you. I mean...just look at all of that cream cheese frosting!

Life, Love, & Sugar

Giant Pull Apart Strawberry Shortcake 
Let's face it, creating individual strawberry shortcakes can be a bit tedious, not to mention time consuming. So besides being beautiful, this recipe is genius!
Broma Bakery

Drunken Strawberries
If you aren't a baker, but want to make something festive, this couldn't be easier. And I bet every guest will have at least one. 
Julie Blanner

Brioche and Berry Bread Pudding with Lemon Fondant
Here's a five star recipe from chef Tyler Florence. It looks divine, doesn't it? Made in individual ramekins, this recipe makes a 
pretty presentation.
Foodnetwork

Raspberry Cream Cheese Bars
These look harder than they are. You only need 35 minutes of hands on time. After that you sit back and relax while they chill out in the fridge. Yummy!
The Seaside Baker

Easy Berry Sheet Cake

Gluten & Dairy Free

Sheet cakes are something I just don't bake. I like frosting too much, especially between the layers. But this recipe is tempting. The bonus is that this cake is about as healthy as a cake can be. It's vegan friendly and gluten, dairy, and egg free with a refined sugar free option.

Wife Mama Foodie

Red White & Blue Cheesecake Strawberries
Now isn't this a beautiful bite? Simple to make and it will feed a crowd easily.
Spicy Southern Kitchen

4th of July Blueberry Pie
Could a dessert be more perfect for the 4th? Loving that star spangled top crust. Have the kids help you cut 
out the stars.
Broma Bakery

Very Berry Dessert Lasagna
I actually am a bit turned off by this name. When I think of lasagna, I think of gooey cheese and spicy sauce. This isn't that. But it is layered, and the photo looks so fluffy and fruity. It's made with an oreo crust, strawberry and blueberry mousse, and a cheesecake layer. Oh yum. It's all topped off with some 
white chocolate.
OMG Chocolate Desserts

Currant-and-Berry Pavlova with 
Lime Curd
If you want to impress, make this. Have you ever made homemade curd before? Don't be intimidated. You can do it. This is a wow!
Williams Sonoma Taste

Blueberry Chamomile Galette

This recipe is bursting with blueberries. And besides all of the fabulous fruit, the galette has been sweetened with chamomile infused honey. How unique, and
so very pretty.

Half Baked Harvest

Firecracker Cupcakes
Ready for some fun? These funfetti cupcakes are topped with a mound of cream cheese frosting AND Pop Rocks. Do you remember them? They will make the fireworks. Kids and adults both will love this rich cupcakes with a 
kick to them.
How Sweet Eats

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