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July 4th, 2025 is Independence Day

Independence Day

Independence Day is the top food holiday of the summer. CDK's Fourth of July section is abundant with recipes for grillables, cold salads, cool beverages, and sweet desserts, many of which come with patriotic names that leave no doubt as to when these foods are meant to be enjoyed.

CDKitchen is proud to provide a full range of recipes, menu planning, shopping lists, and more for patriotic cooks celebrating the Red, White, and Blue!

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Recipes to celebrate Independence Day

  • 4th Of July Fiesta Salad Recipe
    4th Of July Fiesta Salad

    Made with fresh cilantro, green onions, red onion, roma tomatoes, olive oil, red wine vinegar, cumin, chili powder, salt and pepper, cayenne, garlic, corn, black beans, red bell pepper ...get the recipe

  • 4th Of July Apple Pie Recipe
    4th Of July Apple Pie

    A classic American dessert - made from scratch ...get the recipe

  • 4th Of July Baked Beans Recipe
    4th Of July Baked Beans

    Fourth of July means party time, and these beans know how to throw down. Mixed with chopped ham, brown sugar, sauteed peppers and onions these beans will be the hit of the party. ...get the recipe

  • Fourth Of July Cheesecake Recipe
    Fourth Of July Cheesecake

    Not only is this cheesecake patriotic but it's also a lower fat dessert so you can indulge without guilt! ...get the recipe

  • Spicy Onion Burgers Recipe
    Spicy Onion Burgers

    This spicy burger recipe is simple and delicious and always a hit. It can be made on an indoor grill (like a George Foreman) or a traditional outdoor grill. ...get the recipe

  • 4th Of July Cocktail Recipe
    4th Of July Cocktail

    Mix up a festive cocktail for the 4th of July by mixing vodka, triple sec, sweet & sour mix, and blue curacao in a martini glass. Then pour in a splash of grenadine to create red and blue layers. ...get the recipe

  • Red, White, And Blue 4th of July Trifle Recipe
    Red, White, And Blue 4th of July Trifle

    An easy layered dessert that everyone will love for the 4th of July! ...get the recipe

  • 4th Of July Hot Dog Sauce Recipe
    4th Of July Hot Dog Sauce

    Made with mustard seed, black pepper, salt, hot sauce, chili powder, onion, green bell pepper, ground beef, brown sugar, paprika, lemon juice or vinegar, tomato sauce, ketchup or chili sauce ...get the recipe


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