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Red, White, & Blue Dessert for Labor Day & July 4th

Red, White, & Blue Dessert

Celebrate the spirit of America with this delightful Red, White, and Blue Dessert, perfect for Labor Day and July 4th! This easy-to-make vanilla bundt cake features a rich buttercream frosting and is artfully topped with fresh strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries. The vibrant colors and delicious flavors make it an ideal centerpiece for your summer gatherings, barbecues, or family dinners. Impress your guests with this stunning dessert that captures the essence of patriotism while delivering a sweet taste of summer. Whether it’s a casual picnic or a festive celebration, this cake will surely be a hit!

  • Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 eggs
  • 1 ½ cups whole milk
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • Fresh strawberries, blueberries, raspberries for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
  2. Grease a bundt pan with butter and flour.
  3. In a stand mixer, beat together sugar, butter, and eggs until smooth. Add milk and vanilla; mix until combined.
  4. Gradually add in flour, baking powder, and salt; mix on low until smooth.
  5. Pour batter into the prepared bundt pan and bake for 50–60 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  6. Allow the cake to cool completely before frosting with your choice of buttercream.
  7. Decorate with fresh berries and mint sprigs.
  • Author: Jennifer
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (80g)
  • Calories: 295
  • Sugar: 32g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: <1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Use room temperature ingredients for a smoother batter. For variations, try different frosting flavors like chocolate or fruit-infused options. Ensure the cake cools completely before frosting to prevent melting.