Simple Fourth of July Recipes


Last Updated: Jun, 29, 2025 by Mimi Council | This post may contain affiliate links.

Fourth of July will be here before you know it. And if you’re planning a barbecue or even going to one, you’re probably looking for Simple Fourth of July recipes.

I always want simple recipes, but during summer I find that to be true even more. With the weather so nice, I don’t like to spend as much time in the kitchen as I do in the fall or winter. So simple Fourth if July recipes are key to enjoying the holiday! I’m rounding up over a dozen of my favorite recipes for barbecues and cookouts.

american flag cream pie with graham cracker crust
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Tips to Celebrate Fourth of July Organically

  • Use fresh seasonal fruits for color like blueberries, raspberries, strawberries, and cherries!
  • Use organic blue spirulina if you want to make blue drinks, frosting, or popsicles.
  • Use organic red dye in place of traditional food coloring.
  • Choose organic sparkling water in place of sodas, Nixie is a great organic option!
  • Stock your fridge with fresh produce from the farmers market in place of boxed snacks.
  • Use organic and grassfed beef for tastier burgers!

Simple Fourth of July Recipes

1
american flag cream pie with graham cracker crust

American Flag Cream Pie with Graham Cracker Crust

Celebrate 4th of July with this American Flag Cream Pie with Graham Cracker Crust! This rich, velvety vanilla custard pie with fresh whipped cream and berries in the design of an American Flag is the perfect festive dessert!
American Flag Cream Pie with Graham Cracker Crust
2
ranch pasta salad in a glass mixing bowl on a marble countertop.

Healthy Ranch Pasta Salad With Olive Oil

If you’re headed to a barbecue and want to bring something savory, this easy pasta salad is a simple dish to make in advance and it travels well!
Healthy Ranch Pasta Salad With Olive Oil
3
chocolate berry flag cake with whipped cream frosting, raspberries and blueberries in a flag design on a table with berries and flowers.

Chocolate Berry Flag Cake

The perfect cake for Fourth of July! While most flag cake recipes will use vanilla cake, I use chocolate in this as I love the chocolate cake paired with fresh berries. This moist chocolate sheet cake is topped with whipped cream frosting and fresh blueberries and raspberries!
Chocolate Berry Flag Cake
4
blueberry slab pie without eggs

Blueberry Slab Pie Without Eggs

This Blueberry Slab Pie Without Eggs is perfect for serving a crowd! You can use fresh or frozen blueberries for a deliciously sweet slab pie that's also naturally eggless!
Blueberry Slab Pie Without Eggs
5
strawberry limeade in a mason jar glass with a fresh strawberry and a glass straw.

Strawberry Limeade

Cool off with this refreshing Strawberry Limeade, made with just 3 ingredients! Vibrant and red, this sweet summer drink will fit in festively. Perfect for kids, mocktails, or even a mixer for cocktails!
Strawberry Limeade
6
homemade bbq sauce with bone broth in a glass jar with a spoon on a white marble countertop,.

Homemade BBQ Sauce with Bone Broth

Make ribs, chicken, and more unforgettable with this Homemade BBQ Sauce with Bone Broth! This easy homemade BBQ sauce is sweet, a little smokey, and has the added health benefits of bone broth!
Homemade BBQ Sauce with Bone Broth
7
cherry pie bars cut into triangles on a round marble serving board with fresh cherries.

Cherry Pie Bars

Make the iconic cherry pie easy to slice and enjoy! These Cherry Pie Bars use cherry jam, a crumble topping, and sweet glaze to mimic the flavor of the iconic summertime pie!
Cherry Pie Bars
8
organic dill dip in a bowl on a veggie platter on a white marble counter.

Organic Dill Dip With Sour Cream

This homemade Dill Dip only takes 5 minutes to make! It's perfect for dipping veggies, crackers, chips and more. This easy dip is such a crowd pleaser!
Organic Dill Dip With Sour Cream
9
brownie ice cream sandwiches

Olive Oil Brownie Ice Cream Sandwiches

These Olive Oil Brownie Ice Cream Sandwiches are a wonderful make ahead treat! They serve a crowd, can be cut into small portions, and are a hit with both adults and kids alike!
Olive Oil Brownie Ice Cream Sandwiches
10
real simple corn salad with avocado being mixed in a glass mixing bowl on a white countertop.

Real Simple Corn Salad

This Real Simple Corn Salad uses fresh in season corn for a delicious and light side dish. This recipe pairs well with chicken, steaks, hot dogs, and more.
Real Simple Corn Salad
11
eggless strawberry shortcake sliced on cake plates with fresh strawberries.

Eggless Strawberry Shortcake

Indulge in this nostalgic summer cake without eggs! This Eggless Strawberry Shortcake is sure to be a crowd pleaser with homemade whipped cream and fresh berries, I promise you won't even miss the eggs!
Eggless Strawberry Shortcake
12
two hot dogs in homemade sourdough hot dog buns on a plate with hot dog toppings around.

Homemade Sourdough Hot Dog Buns

Elevate your barbecue with Homemade Sourdough Hot Dog Buns using sourdough discard. This delicious recipe can be served with hot dogs, turkey dogs, sausages, and brats!
Homemade Sourdough Hot Dog Buns
13
apple berry pie in a cast iron pie pan cut into slices.

Apple Berry Pie

Get the best of both worlds with this Apple Berry Pie! If you can't decide to make apple or mixed berry, then this pie that includes apples, strawberries and blackberries is sure to to be the winner! One of the most popular recipes at my bake shop, I know you'll love this as much as my customers did!
Apple Berry Pie

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