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4th of July Flag Cake

Cultural Context

The 4th of July Flag Cake is a popular American dessert served during Independence Day celebrations. It symbolizes patriotism and is often featured at barbecues and family gatherings. The cake's design mimics the American flag, making it a festive centerpiece for holiday festivities. This dessert is typically made with a simple cake base, topped with whipped cream and fresh fruits, representing the colors of the flag.

AmericanUSdessert
45 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
1 pack Betty Crocker cake mix
3 eggs
180 ml milk
90 grams melted butter
12 oz cream cheese
3/4 cup sugar
1.5 teaspoons vanilla
1 cup heavy cream
strawberries
blueberries

cake mix

🥗Healthier: whole grain cake mix

💰Cheaper: homemade cake batter

Whole grain offers more nutrients; homemade can be more cost-effective.

whipped cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: store-brand whipped topping

Greek yogurt is lower in calories and higher in protein.

1

Preheat the oven to 320°F.

2

Crack 3 eggs into a mixing bowl.

3

Add 180 ml of milk and 90 grams of melted butter to the bowl.

4

Pour in the entire pack of Betty Crocker cake mix and whisk until smooth.

5

Lightly spray a 13x9 inch baking dish with grease.

6

Pour the cake batter into the prepared baking dish.

7

Bake in the preheated oven for 22 to 27 minutes.

8

Once baked, let the cake cool completely.

9

In a separate bowl, combine 12 oz of cream cheese and 3/4 cup of sugar, and mix until light and fluffy.

10

Gradually add in 1.5 teaspoons of vanilla and 1 cup of heavy cream, mixing until combined.

11

Spread half of the frosting on top of the cooled cake.

12

Use the remaining frosting in a piping bag to decorate the cake with stripes and stars using strawberries and blueberries.

Cooking Techniques

baking

Equipment Needed

ovenmixing bowl13x9 inch baking dishwhiskpiping bag

Spice Level:

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Flag CakeAmerican Flag Cake

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