Are you having family and friends over for a 4th of July (FOJ) party? Maybe you are attending a friend’s barbecue? Don’t worry if you haven’t decided what you are making or bringing! Read on for some easy FOJ entertaining ideas.
It seems to me that a good party always has two elements:
- the party starts with a fun appetizer and cocktail
- the party ends with a great dessert
Easy FOJ Starters
Patriotic Popcorn Cones
We have a popcorn maker stored in our basement that makes delicious popcorn but it’s rarely used! So I decided to pop some popcorn and serve it in paper cones made from patriotic-colored scrapbook paper.
Here’s a quick video on how to make a paper cone:
Frosé
“Frosé” is simply frozen rosé wine and it’s a great, festive drink for a hot summer day. I like this recipe from Giada De Laurentiis.
Easy Patriotic Desserts
Mixed Berries with Mascarpone
This one cannot be any simpler and you probably have most of the ingredients in your fridge already!
Mixed Berries with Mascarpone Fruit Dip
Ingredients
- 1 pint raspberries
- 1 pint blueberries
- 1 pint blackberries
- 2 tsp granulated sugar
- 8 oz. mascarpone cheese
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
Instructions
- Combine berries in a bowl and sprinkle with two teaspoons sugar.
- Combine mascarpone and maple syrup until smooth.
- Serve berries with some mascarpone cream spooned on top and the remainder placed in a separate bowl.
Berry Trifle
This recipe may take a bit longer but it’s still easy. Plus the end result looks pretty impressive!
Any of these recipes can be served at your FOJ celebration or given to your host. Let me know if you tried any of them in the comments below!
Wishing you a wonderful 4th of July weekend!
