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Cupcakes and birthday parties go hand-in-hand, so it’s no surprise that these 4th of July cupcakes are perfect for celebrating America’s birthday! Whether it’s a red, white, and blue treat you’re after or a summery cupcake to finish off your BBQ menu, this list has tons of options that are patriotic and sweet. There are cupcakes topped with stars and stripes and others inspired by your favorite summer pie. You can even bake a batch of cupcakes that taste like a gooey s’mores dessert! The best part is that cupcakes are great for feeding a crowd, so you can go all out with a big Independence Day bash.
Looking for a cupcake inspired by the warmer weather? Try the pink lemonade cupcakes, the watermelon cupcakes, or the cupcakes that look just like an ice cream sundae! When it comes to decorating cupcakes, get the kids to help out as a fun 4th of July activity. They can bake, frost, and decorate the treats to their heart's content. Then, display their masterpieces on your 4th of July dessert spread. They'll look so cute next to all the festive 4th of July decorations. And, for more summer dessert ideas, check out our list of no-bake treats or the epic flag cake that's sure to impress.
Put summer strawberries to good use with these pink cupcakes! They're packed with berries in three ways: freshly chopped and added to the batter, swirled in cream cheese frosting, and sliced for garnish.
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Pop the bubbly for America's birthday! These cupcakes are actually made with sparkling champagne. But don't worry, even though they sound fancy, they actually start with a box of cake mix.
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Ree and Ladd's favorite all-American soda is reincarnated here as cupcakes—put out a cooler of Dr Pepper to go with them!
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Add a boost of caffeine to your holiday spread with these coffee-infused chocolate cupcakes. They satisfy coffee lovers and ensure that everyone stays up late for the fireworks show.
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These patriotic treats are easy. All you need is one vanilla cupcake batter recipe that gets divided into three parts, red and blue food coloring help to create the flag-inspired swirl, plus frosting and star-shaped sprinkles.
Get the Red, White, and Blue Cupcakes recipe at Mama Needs Cake.
These cupcakes will bring on a taste of nostalgia with their rich chocolate glaze and meringue filling. The swirl on top is the perfect finishing touch!
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Is there anything more all-American than cherry pie? We think not! But instead of making one big pie, you can share a cute cupcake version with each individual at your party.
Get the Cherry Pie Cupcakes recipe at Crayons and Cravings.
We've all heard of red velvet, but have you heard of blue velvet? This fun twist swaps the red food coloring for blue, then finishes the treats with a strawberry buttercream.
Get the Patriotic Cupcakes recipe at Homemade Hooplah.
Put out a big pitcher of lemonade at your barbecue—plus, a batch of these refreshing lemony cupcakes! It's just the refreshing treat needed on a hot summer day.
Get Ree's Double Lemon Cupcakes recipe.
This decorating trick is genius: You just need a piping bag, red, white, and blue frosting, and some star sprinkles to create an edible flag!
Get the American Flag Cupcakes recipe at Kenarry.
These clever cupcakes use a candy-coated marshmallow and some licorice to look like a firecracker!
Get the Firecracker Cupcakes recipe at Oh Nuts.
Celebrate America with one of the country's favorite flavors: cookies and cream! These cupcakes are always a hit at The Merc.
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Reminiscent of an ice cream truck favorite, these vanilla cupcakes with red, white, and blue frosting are sure to be a huge hit with kids and adults alike.
Get the Bomb Pop Cupcakes recipe at Confessions of A Cookbook Queen.
If you love key lime pie, these cupcakes are for you. Ree starts with a cake mix, then adds a homemade tart lime curd and frosting.
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Sitting atop each of these vanilla cupcakes is a light and airy meringue nest filled with whipped cream and seasonal fruit. It’s patriotic and fresh all at the same time!
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Everyone at your fourth of July party will get a kick out of these ice cream look-alikes. The best part is that you won't have to worry about them melting in the sun.
Get the Ice Cream Sundae Cupcakes recipe at Frugal Mom Eh.
To make these firecrackers soar, use pull-and-peel licorice dipped in melted white chocolate and blue sugar crystals. It's a fun project that you can get the kids to help with.
Get the Twizzler Firecreacker Cupcakes recipe at Tastes of Lizzy T.
Celebrate America's birthday with the ultimate birthday cupcake: classic vanilla! You can even dress these up with red, white, and blue sprinkles.
Get the Vanilla Cupcakes recipe at Grandbaby Cakes.
Summertime and s'mores go hand-in-hand, so skip the campfire this Fourth of July and bring these s'mores-inspired cupcakes instead.
Get the S'mores Cupcakes with Graham Cracker Frosting recipe at House of Nash Eats.
Get ready to party! Serve these sprinkle-studded cupcakes in plastic wine glasses filled with candy for a truly festive feel.
Get the Red, White, and Blue Funfetti Cupcakes recipe at Living Locurto.
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