Three cake layers, dyed to match the colors of the American flag, make this fourth of July cake super impressive. Everyone will ooo and ahh when you cut into this delicious dessert! Use the images here as a guide for decorating a 4th of July cake, or get creative and add your own frosting designs. Want to make Fourth of July cupcakes instead? Try this recipe for Pinata Cupcakes, and fill the centers with red, white, and blue sprinkles. You’ll also love these fun Red White And Blue M&M Cookies.
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Ingredients In 4th of July Cake
Here’s what you need to make this homemade vanilla layer cake from scratch: Complete list of ingredients and amounts can be found in the recipe card below.
How To Make a Red, White, and Blue Cake
Recipe Tips
Use a scale: To be sure that your layers are all the same size, use a kitchen scale to weigh the three bowls of batter. Level if needed: If your cakes come out domed you may need to level them using a serrated knife. Also, if the bottoms of the cakes are too brown for any reason, you can carefully slice off the brown layer to get perfectly colored cakes. The Best Cake Pans: The best cake pans for layer cakes are straight-sided round pans. They will make removing the cakes easier, and the layers will rise evenly when baking. I use these non-stick pans and get great results every time. Use Gel Food Coloring: You’ll get the most vivid and bright colors in your baked goods using a gel-based food coloring rather than a liquid. Wilton gel food colors are my favorites. The set linked here has all of the basic colors and will last you a long time. Is your freezer full? Instead of setting the crumb coat in the freezer, put the cake in the fridge for 40 minutes instead. Adjust Bake Time if Needed. Dark metal pans often need less time in the oven than light ones. Keep an eye on your cake at the end of the baking time to avoid overcooking it.
What To Serve With Fourth of July Cake
This is the perfect patriotic cake to serve at your 4th of July barbecues! It also works for memorial day, veterans day, or flag day. Try some of our favorite summer barbecue dishes: On the Grill: Grilled Veggie Kabobs, Ground Chicken Burgers, or Grilled BBQ Chicken will get your summer party started right. On The Side: Serve delicious summer salads like Creamy Cucumbers, Dill Pickle Pasta Salad, Watermelon Salad with Feta, Red Potato Salad, or a fun Ramen Noodle Salad. Extra Desserts: It’s always good to have choices! Try making a No Bake Cheesecake, Blackberry Cobbler, or some Red, White and Blue Pinwheel Cookies. This is truly the perfect 4th of July cake! Everyone will love the care and attention you put into making a festive dessert to celebrate America’s birthday. Pin this recipe to save it for later! © Little Sunny Kitchen
