How to Make 4th of July Flag Cake - A Step-by-Step Guide

The 4th of July is a day for celebrating with friends and family, and what better way to do so than with a patriotic dessert that is as delicious as it is visually stunning? The 4th of July Flag Cake is a classic American dessert that is perfect for any Independence Day celebration. This cake is not only festive and beautiful, but it's also incredibly simple to make, making it the perfect dessert for a busy holiday.

The 4th of July Flag Cake is made with a light and fluffy white cake ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups cold milk
  • 1 (5.1 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix
  • 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
  • 1 ½ cups frozen whipped topping (such as Cool Whip®), thawed
  • 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 4 cups fresh blueberries
  • 2 cups fresh raspberries
  • 3 cups sliced fresh strawberries

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 16
  • Yield: 1 9x12-inch cake

  • Beat cold milk and instant pudding in a bowl until no lumps remain. Beat cream cheese in a separate bowl until creamy. Gradually add in milk-pudding mixture and mix until smooth. Mix in whipped topping.
  • Mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a bowl until crumbs are completely moistened. Spread into a 9x13-inch baking dish and push down to create an even crust.
  • Set aside 45 blueberries and 60 raspberries for topping. Mix remaining blueberries, raspberries, and strawberries together in a bowl and pour on top of the graham cracker crust. Spread pudding mixture evenly over the berries, making the top as smooth as possible. Top with reserved blueberries and raspberries to make a flag design.
  • Nutrition

    244 cal.

    • Total Fat: 14g
    • Saturated Fat: 8g
    • Cholesterol: 33mg
    • Sodium: 244mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 29g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 18g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Vitamin C: 26mg
    • Calcium: 54mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 167mg