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17 More Red, White and Blue Sweet Treat Recipes for the 4th of July
It’s here — the most firecrackin’ day out of the whole year. Today, you can find us at home, painting our nails for the occasion and baking up a red, white and blue storm to celebrate our nation’s independence. That’s right — we’re comin’ for ya, you crazy cool American flag pie!
1. Lemon Cream Pie: So… that pie we were talking about? Here it is in all of its glory. (via Brit + Co)
2. Patriotic Ice Pops: What better way to cool off on the 4th of July than with a patriotic popsicle? These refreshers are made with fresh fruit and yogurt. (via Brit + Co)
3. Red, White and Blue Ice Cream Cake: Have you ever seen a lovelier ice cream cake? Because we haven’t! (via Gourmet)
4. Red, White and Blue Cake Batter Popcorn: Red, white and blue sprinkles make this snackable popcorn a wonderfully festive sweet treat. (via The Lady Behind the Curtain)
5. Pretzel Sparklers: Throw back to the days of youth with these white chocolate and M+M’s pretzel sparklers! (via Our Best Bites)
6. Red, White and Blue Cake Pops: These confetti cake pops make an adorable dessert bouquet perfect for any Independence Day shindig. (via Eclectic Recipes)
7. Homemade 4th of July Candy Corn: That’s right. You’ll never have to buy candy corn from the store again! (via Taste and Tell)
8. Red, White and Blue Ice Cream Sandwiches: Add some sprinkles to your cookie mix to make these melty funfetti ice cream cookie sandwiches. Please excuse us while we lick our fingers… (via The Benson Street)
9. Firecracker Cupcakes in a Jar: These one-jar cupcakes are completely adorable. Let’s make them for every holiday! (via One Cup Connection)
10. Chocolate-Dipped Oreo American Flag: Very few things in this world are as amazing as chocolate-dipped Oreos. Just add some food dye and white choco stars, and you’re all set for the 4th! (via The Pink Flour)
11. Rice Krispie Treat Cake: Wrap your Rice Krispie cake in stripes and stick it with stars for a simple yet creative Independence Day dessert. (via Anders Ruff)
12. Ice Cream Sandwich Popsicle: Short on time? No problem! Pre-made ice cream sandwiches, popsicle sticks and red and blue M+M’s are all you’ll need for a fun, 4th-themed sweet treat. (via The Winthrop Chronicles)
13. ‘Murica Cookies: U.S.A! U.S.A! (via Somewhat Simple)
14. 4th of July Cupcakes: Don’t be shy. Bite into these bad boys and release the red, white and blue! (via Julep)
15. Vanilla Bean 4th of July Donuts: We’ll take any excuse to eat donuts, really. (via A Pumpkin + A Princess)
16. Jell-O Shots: Bottoms up! It’s the freakin’ Fourth of July! (via Brit + Co)
17. Ombre American Cake: And go on. End the day’s festivities with a large slice of good ol’ ombre American cake — because you can. (via Brit + Co)
What are you cookin’ up this 4th of July? Tell us in the comments below!
A Bay Area native, Sam currently lives in Philadelphia and is loving the city of brotherly love. If she isn’t working, trying a new restaurant or window shopping on Walnut Street, she’s probably at home binging on Pinterest, making a mess in the kitchen (aka cooking) or trying to read three books at once.
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B + C: How did you know Sustainable Sparkle Bar was your business to start?
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B + C: What's one strategy that's helped you start your business?
I honestly can't say that I've had a specific strategy that I've followed when it comes to getting my business off the ground. I have a PR background so I was just constantly pitching new business and posting on social media.
B + C: What's the biggest challenge you face as a small business owner?
I would say creating a stable income and revenue stream. With a seasonal, event-based business it can be very up and down.
B + C: What was your most valuable takeaway from Selfmade?
The relationships I made and the push to start an email database.
B + C: How do you stay motivated?
I love what I do and I believe in myself 100%. Staying motivated isn't the hard part. Pushing myself to do the work and staying accountable is the hard part.
B + C: What's your best organizational tip? Do you use any apps that help you manage your business?
I keep multiple to-do lists, hand-written and digital. I also tell clients and partners that I will have something to them by a certain time or day so I have to stick to it.
B + C: What's one piece of advice you would give to female entrepreneurs on the brink of starting?
Just do it, take the leap. And don't worry about what anyone else says to thinks.
B + C: Who inspires you in the entrepreneurial space?
Issa Rae, I'm so inspired by everything that she's created being a creative and a black woman. It's my dream to have my own show one day based on my life and where I give advice and talk about the world. She's doing it and making people laugh and giving people joy. And it's based in LA. Watching Insecure only further cemented my dreams of wanting to live in LA.
B + C: How did you hear about the Office Depot scholarship?
One of my friends that I met through Camp No Counselors saw an IG ad for it and nominated me.
B + C: What has receiving the scholarship to Selfmade done to help you start/grow your business?
It's completely helped me level up and take my business to another level. Selfmade helped me host my first virtual event and taught me how to set up my website to sell tickets to events and get RSVPs.
B + C: How have Office Depot services or products helped you accomplish more in your business?
I got new cards to send in all of my orders with my discount code on them. I also bought a really cool 4K camera that I now use for my social media.
Thanks Taylor! You really know how to sparkle. We love her colorful, creative vibe. You can follow Sustainable Sparkle Bar on Instagram @sustainablesparklebar.
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