The 4th of July is coming closer and if you’re running out of ideas to celebrate America’s glorious history, we’ve got you covered. These sweet treat and cocktail recipes will guarantee that everyone will have a blast at your party!
Sweet Treats
Indulge in some patriotic sweet treats to celebrate your 4th of July!
Check out this list of 21 red, white, and blue desserts that your guests will love. You don’t have to use all these recipes, but if we had to choose only one, it would be the cake.
This festive cake is full of sprinkles and topped with a delicious whipped cream frosting. You have to save some time to bake it, though—It takes a total of 7 hours and 40 minutes to be ready for your taste buds; but hey, at least you can taste a little bit of America!
Another must-have recipe for your 4th of July party is a batch of these stars and stripes sugar cookie bars. These incredibly sweet treats are perfect for celebrating America’s birthday and we have only one more thing to say: buttercream!
If you feel like your party will last until late into the night, why not start a fire pit to get everyone warm and close together? Just make sure you’re not infringing any laws. All good? Great, because our next recipe will melt your heart: American flag marshmallow pops. They’re easy to make and very patriotic. There’s a fire in front of you, so you know what to do. Yum!
Cocktails
Raise a toast to the Founding Fathers with these amazing cocktail ideas for your 4th of July party!
The mermaid lemonade is an easy recipe that anyone can make in less than 10 minutes. Mix lemonade, rum, and blue curacao to give it a blue-ish visual. Missing the red? It comes from maraschino cherries.
But if red is your favorite color and you want give it the spotlight, try cherry bomb mimosas. These refreshing cocktails combine pineapple juice and maraschino cherry juice to create a unique flavor. Pour some champagne and voila!
We hope you have lots of fun at your 4th of July party!
If you’re looking for equipment rentals or a venue for your celebration, reach out to us! Gulf Coast Event Center is located in Gulfport, Mississippi. Whatever you need to throw a killer party, we can help you. Contact us online or by calling (228) 867-6322.