The Ultimate Fourth of July Guide

Need some Fourth of July recipe inspiration? Browse our collection of top-notch grilling recipes, patriotic desserts and cocktails, and make-ahead dishes to make your Independence Day the most patriotic (and delicious) one yet.

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Fourth of July Classics

Pay tribute to the red, white, and blue with All-American dishes you can mix and match for your Independence Day cookout.

27 Easy Fourth of July Side Dishes

These go-to sides will be winners at any backyard gathering you bring them to. 
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Our Best Independence Day Desserts

Browse our mix of July Fourth-themed treats, no-bake desserts, our favorite ice creams, and seasonal fruit-filled baked goodies.
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Independence Day Menus

Celebrate the Fourth of July with fresh and delicious summer menus worthy of fireworks.

36 Make-Ahead Dishes to Prep Before the Fourth of July

These delicious sides, mains, and desserts can chill in your fridge until the Independence Day cookout officially begins.

32 Summer Cocktails Perfect for July Fourth

Get your Fourth of July party started with one of our favorite summer cocktails.
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Fourth of July Tips & Tricks

The Beginner’s Guide to Grilling Everything Perfectly
Even the most seasoned grill-masters can likely pick up a few new tricks from this recipe-driven guide, filled with the best of our test kitchen's grilling expertise.
6 Last Minute Fourth of July Desserts for the Procrastinators
If you need a July 4th dessert quick, fast, and in a hurry we got you covered. Take advantage of store-bought items to make dazzling desserts in a matter of minutes instead of hours.
5-Ingredient Fourth of July Recipes
Here’s Exactly How to Grill the Best Ribs of Your Life
How to Grill When You Don't Have a Grill
10 Easy Fourth of July Dinners

Our Most Popular Cobblers - And They're Easy As Pie

What could be a more perfect ending to a summertime meal than easy peach cobbler?
Rather than breaking a sweat over the perfect pie crust and lattice top for your farmers' market blackberries, use them up in a hassle-free cobbler.

Easy Strawberry Cobbler

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Just because it's easy doesn't mean this biscuit-topped strawberry cobbler won't impress.
By Emily Nabors Hall

100 Super Easy Fourth of July Recipes

Get Independence Day-ready with our absolute favorite Fourth of July recipes. Celebrate the big day with cookout classics, like beefy burgers and smoky baby back ribs, and some new soon-to-be favorites, like mac and cheese-stuffed pizza. And we didn't forget about cocktails—from bellinis to beergaritas, we've got the drinks to keep your party going. 

54 Dazzling Desserts for July 4th

July 4th isn’t just about celebrating independence with a backyard barbecue—there’s also pressure to whip up a finale that’s as impressive as the fireworks lighting up the night sky. Luckily for you, we’ve rounded up foolproof desserts that will wow your family and guests no matter what kind of vibe you’re going for. From technicolor cakes to a bounty of berry pies and even classic, can’t-go-wrong treats like brownies and popsicles, these celebration-worthy desserts will please everyone this Independence Day.
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