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Best 4th of July Recipes To Wow Your Crowd

July 2, 2014 //  by The Kitchen Snob 8 Comments

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Best 4th of July Recipes to Wow Your Crowd - thekitchensnob.comIt’s July 2. Or 3rd. And like me, you’re scrambling at the last minute looking for some swanky new recipes for the 4th of July BBQ Bash.

If you’re on top of things and already have an excel spreadsheet typed up mapping your recipes, shopping list, food prep, and what you’re going to wear, I don’t think we can be friends. Because I’m last minute to the bone. In fact, didn’t you hear? Being prepared is SO last year.

Well prepared or not, these ridiculously delicious looking 4th of July recipes are your best bet to get those head turning looks from your neighbors who you (admit it) are totally trying to make jealous of your culinary talents.

1. S’mores Layer Cake

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BiteMeMore.com

Hello there, lover. Come here often? Oh sorry. I’ve been known to flirt with cakes. But seriously, isn’t this AMAZING? Love it. Want it. Will eat it. Get the recipe.

2. Skillet S’mores

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FromBrazilToYou.org

Yes, let’s keep talkin’ dessert. Who wouldn’t want to dip into this? Get the recipe.

3. Aloha BBQ Sliders

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TidyMom.net

There’s something about juicy mini burgers that seems so free and noncommittal. Maybe I’ll have one. Or two. Who’s counting? Get the juicy recipe.

4. Best Ever Boozy Fruit Salad

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TheWanderlustKitchen.com

Be honest. Did you even care what was said after the word booze? Me neither. This looks so fresh and perfect for a summer BBQ. And Anetta from The Wanderlust Kitchen has always got some tasty looking things to share. Get the recipe.

5. Easy Feta Dip

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TheGirlWhoAteEverything.com

Forget the French onion dip. Mix it up a little! Get the recipe.

6. Marinated Vegetable Salad

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TheKitchenSnob.com

Tangy with a slight crunch, marinated in a red wine vinaigrette. You won’t even care that it’s healthy. Ya just gotta trust me on this one. Get the recipe.

7. Salsa Criolla

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TheKitchenSnob.com

Salsa Criolla is a Peruvian condiment where the red onions are marinated in lime juice. They are unbelievable on burgers, steaks, and chicken. A great way to add flavor to your everyday BBQ party! Get the recipe.

8. Watermelon Lime Chiller

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ToriAvey.com

Nothing says hot summer days like watermelon! Get the recipe and then let’s toast to summer.

9. 4th of July Mocktail for the Kiddos

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SugarMamaCooks.com

I love this idea of including the kids on some of the adult fun! Get the recipe.

10. Patriotic Pudding Cups

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LilLuna.com

Another great fun treat for the kids and childish adults like me. Get the recipe.

I hope you get a chance to try some of these. And who says you have to wait until July 4th for s’mores? Shoot, I’ll eat those for breakfast.

What are your favorite 4th of July recipes? Do you have any that stand out as tried and true favorites?

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  1. Tori Avey

    July 7, 2014 at 3:16 PM

    Thanks for the share Dee! Hope you had a great holiday weekend! 🙂

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    • The Kitchen Snob

      July 8, 2014 at 10:23 AM

      Thanks for sharing your Watermelon Lime Chillers!

      Reply
  2. TidyMom

    July 3, 2014 at 9:21 AM

    i would love to be at this party!! lots of mouthwatering recipes!! thanks for sharing my burgers!

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    • The Kitchen Snob

      July 3, 2014 at 1:20 PM

      TidyMom, you just blew my mind. A party with ALL of these? That’s my kind of party!

      Reply
  3. Denise Browning@From Brazil To You

    July 2, 2014 at 9:57 PM

    What great dishes and drinks…So many delicious options to choose from. Thank you so much for featuring my Skillet S’mores here. Happy 4th of July!!!!!!!!

    Reply
    • The Kitchen Snob

      July 3, 2014 at 8:50 AM

      Same to you!

      Reply
  4. gardengirl

    July 2, 2014 at 8:14 PM

    More delicious recipes! HAPPY 4th!!!!

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    • The Kitchen Snob

      July 2, 2014 at 9:13 PM

      Happy 4th! Nom nom nom…

      Reply

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