50 Extra Festive Recipes for Your Fourth of July Cookout

Recipe: Pimento Cheese Sausage Balls

Pimiento cheese turns this hostess staple up a notch.

Recipe: Classic Macaroni Salad with Ham

This old-school cold salad pairs well with any cookout menu, but it looks especially nice on a patriotic picnic table.

Recipe: Berry Cobbler

This mid-summer slow-cooked dessert is the ideal mix of red, white, and blue flavor.

Recipe: 4th of July Punch

A blend of fresh fruit and bright juices, this big-batch patriotic punch can be made booze-free for the kiddos, too.

Recipe: Spicy Grilled Corn Salad​​​​​​​

Start sparks long before fireworks with this street corn-inspired side with a jalapeño kick.

Recipe: Sloppy Cola Joe Dogs

Two summertime favorites collide in this camp-style hot dog that'll make the crowd will go wild.

Recipe: Mixed Berry Slab Pie

In-season berries will leave parade candy untouched thanks to this centerpiece-worthy pie.

Recipe: Memphis Dry-Rubbed Baby Back Ribs

Put at-home barbecue in action for your backyard celebration with a recipe that would make any Memphian proud.

Recipe: No-Bake Banana Split Pie

We're not turning on the oven for this one. Our No-Bake Banana Split Pie takes all the flavors we love from a traditional banana split and converts it into sliceable portions fit for a crowd. Just be sure to keep it in the fridge until you're ready to serve.

Recipe: Classic Grilled Corn on the Cob

We can all agree that fresh, grilled corn is a hallmark of any Independence Day menu.

Recipe: Turkey Cheeseburgers with Grilled Vidalia Onion Rings

A turkey alternative to your routine backyard burger, this recipe adds a caramelized onion topping for flavor that just feels like summertime.

Recipe: Red, White, and Blue Poke Cake

Fresh summer berries and homemade frosting combine for a summertime dessert with patriotic pizzazz.

Recipe: Tomato, Peach, and Corn Salad

Three cheers for this summertime trio that pairs well with all things grilled.

Recipe: Ranch Water

When it comes to light and refreshing cocktails, few compare to Texas-favorite Ranch Water. Just make sure you use Topo Chico—no random sparkling water will do.

Recipe: Heirloom Tomato Pie

Believe it or not, this Southern classic tastes even better than it looks.

Recipe: Best-Ever Succotash

With timeless flavor that just says "summer," guests will enjoy every forkful of this confetti-like side.

Recipe: Peach Cobbler

It's not a Southern summer party without a classic cobbler, and this peach cobbler is sensational.

Recipe: Baked Beans

This bacon-filled baked bean recipe is a backyard party side that's simple to make and take.

Recipe: Old-School Squash Casserole

Combine summer squash with cheese, butter, and crushed crackers, and you'll find yourself with an instant crowd-pleaser.

Recipe: Red, White, and Blue Cheesecake Bars

Red, white, and blue take a swirl atop cheesecake in bars you can prepare up to two days in advance.

Recipe: Macaroni Pie

A trifecta of cheeses and fresh thyme are responsible for a savory depth of flavor that's begging to be sliced in the backyard.

Recipe: Crunchy Okra-and-Corn Salad with Ranch Dressing

Give your side salad an upgrade with crisp okra and crunchy corn.

Recipe: Blueberry-Orange Blossom Honey Slab Pie

Serve a classic American pie bursting with seasonal blueberries that's sure to delight.

Recipe: Red, White, and Blue Popsicles

A patriotic treat so tasty the colorful drips are worth the risk.

Recipe: Instant Pot Ribs

If you have a parade to attend and can't babysit the smoker all day, these fast, fall-off-the-bone ribs may be your saving grace.

Recipe: Tuna Pasta Salad

Tuna pasta salad gets a summer party-ready refresh that's as bright as the season.

Recipe: Berry Splash

This family-friendly recipe will cool off your crowd all summer long.

Recipe: Sour Cream Flag Cake

Salute our nation's independence in the most delicious way possible. This iconic flag sheet cake will have every guest coming back for a second slice.

Recipe: Old-Fashioned Chicken Salad

Here's proof that old-school is still cool when it comes to cookouts. A favorite outdoor side of generations past, this cold salad uses chopped chicken, mayo, celery, and a splash of lemon juice.

Recipe: Pitcher Mojitos

Hosting a crowd all day? These big-batch mojitos are up for the challenge and easy to refill again and again.

Recipe: Basic Pimiento Cheese

Whether you serve it as a dip, spread, or all by itself, this recipe belongs on every outdoor summer spread.

Recipe: Peach-Bourbon Upside-Down Bundt Cake

Light up the party long before the fireworks begin with this bright and boozy Bundt.

Recipe: Watermelon Margaritas

We've yet to taste a more popular cookout cocktail than this refreshingly colorful margarita.

Recipe: Salmon Burgers with Creamy Tartar Sauce

Dress up your burger offerings with this flavorful salmon version. The tartar sauce is not to be missed.

Recipe: Marinated Watermelon and Tomato Salad

Move over red and blue berries. This watermelon salad is here to prove there's a place for other fresh summer produce on your July 4th menu.

Recipe: Root Beer Float Popsicles

Forget pre-made popsicles. These treats inspired by ice cream floats will be the talk of the party.

Recipe: Oven-Roasted Corn on the Cob

Too much on the grill? Put the oven to good use for a side that's fit for any Fourth of July menu.

Recipe: Mini Confetti Cakes

This pre-fireworks snack has a popping surprise of its own—it starts with store-bought cake mix.

Recipe: Green Tomato Skillet Pie 

Green tomatoes will be grandfathered into your Independence Day spread after one bit of this sillet pie.

Recipe: Cucumber-Jalapeno Coolers

Chill out with this refreshing cocktail that packs a punch. Make sure you chill your club soda prior to mixing up a batch.

Recipe: Cherries-and-Cream Icebox Cake

When it comes to the 4th, there's no such thing as too many cooled-down desserts.

Recipe: Peach Fried Pies

This holiday-worthy recipe is portable and packed with colorful peaches.

Recipe: Mac and Cheese with Ham

Chopped, smoked ham rounds out this melt-in-your-mouth, cheesy dish that's made for outdoor dining.

Recipe: Baked Zucchini Fries

Forget French fries. Serve these crispy zucchini sticks and put that farmers' market hull to good use.

Recipe: Smoky Watermelon-Mezcal Fresca

The only way to upgrade standalone slice of fresh watermelon? Turn it into an icy, boozy delight.

Recipe: Sweet Heat Hot Dogs 

Your crew will never opt for plain old ketchup and mustard again once they taste these kicked-up franks. Serve with chopped sweet-hot pickles (like Wickles Pickles) and shredded red cabbage for all the crunch.

Recipe: Whiskey Pie with Tipsy Berries

Boozy berries make for the ultimate topping to this adults-only summer pie.

Recipe: Watermelon Cake

What's Fourth of July without a watermelon-eating contest? This time, we're slicing it up and making things sweeter than ever with a cake that's bound to have everyone gathering around.

Recipe: Fresh Fruit Salad

With all of the holiday-colored berries in your party lineup, a simple fruit salad can be easy to overlook but a wonderful break from the cheesy, savory, and indulgent treats on the table.

Recipe: Cherry Flag Pie

Meet an All-American classic that's almost too pretty to slice.