Forget everything your mama ever told you. When it comes to getting ready for the Fourth of July, Americans love playing with their food. From traditional flag cakes made with berries, to tri-colored cupcakes to artfully dipped strawberries, now is the time to celebrate red, white and blue foods in Houston. So head out to your favorite bakery or grocery store, get shopping and get ready, because Independence Day is just around the corner. Happy birthday, America!
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Why stress over how to make the perfect pie crust when the talented bakers at Central Market have this one down pat? Find this scrumptious pie, and more Fourth of July foods, at Central Market, 3815 Westheimer. Visit centralmarket.com/houston for more information. -
Who could resist these oh-so-fab patriotic mini cupcakes from Petite Sweets in Houston? They’re available now through Monday at 2700 West Alabama (closed on the 4th of July). Discover more at petitesweetshouston.com. -
Artisan macarons, cake balls, cookies and more can be found perfectly decorated for your Independence Day soiree at Petite Sweets in Houston. They’re available now through Monday at 2700 West Alabama (closed on the 4th of July). Discover more at petitesweetshouston.com. -
There’s more to Independence Day than baseball, hot dogs, apple pie and USA. Check out these Instagram-friendly hamburger on a bun cupcakes. Their secret? Three Brothers Bakery cuts a white cupcake in half (to make the bun), fills it with a chocolate cupcake center (burger) and pipes in the lettuce, tomato and cheese with tinted buttercream frosting. Get yours at any of these Three Brothers Bakery locations: Braeswood, 4036 South Braeswood, 713-666-2253; Memorial City, 12393 Kingsride Lane, 713-464-2253; Washington, 4606 Washington Avenue, 713-522-2253. -
This stunner was recently named the best Key Lime Pie in America at the American Pie Council National Pie Championships. Bring home this winner from Three Brothers Bakery, crafted with a sugar graham cracker crust, custard filling infused with fresh lime juice, and topped with whipped cream and lime zest. Get yours at any of these Three Brothers Bakery locations: Braeswood, 4036 South Braeswood, 713-666-2253; Memorial City, 12393 Kingsride Lane, 713-464-2253; Washington, 4606 Washington Avenue, 713-522-2253. -
Take home a decadent, layered cake from your neighborhood H-E-B bakery department. Visit heb.com for weekly ads, digital coupons, recipes and the 411 on their Haute Diggity Dog Event. -
Wow your guests with sweets and treats from your neighborhood H-E-B bakery department. Visit heb.com for weekly ads, digital coupons, recipes and the 411 on their Haute Diggity Dog Event. -
Find the cherry on top of your holiday party at your neighborhood H-E-B bakery department. Visit heb.com for weekly ads, digital coupons, recipes and the 411 on their Haute Diggity Dog Event. -
[Almost] too pretty to eat, get these colorful and creative treats from Dessert Gallery | Bakery & Cafe. All custom orders must be placed and paid for within 72 hours of pickup. This does not include weekends. Find them at 3600 Kirby Drive in Houston; visit dessertgallery.com for more inspiration. -
Head to your local area grocery store for fresh ingredients to make these patriotic dishes. -
Berries are abundant and affordable this time of year. Head to your local area grocery store for fresh ingredients to make these patriotic dishes. -
Head to your local area grocery store for fresh ingredients to make these patriotic dishes. -
Go ahead: play with your food. Head to your local area grocery store for fresh ingredients to make these patriotic dishes. -
Head to your local area grocery store for fresh ingredients to make these patriotic dishes. -
We like this idea for patriotic-themed deviled eggs. Limit your color palette to red, blue and au naturel. -
Head to your local area grocery store for fresh ingredients to make these patriotic dishes. -
Even a sprinkle or two adds a festive holiday touch. Head to your local area grocery store for fresh ingredients to make these patriotic dishes. -
Head to your local area grocery store for fresh ingredients to make these patriotic dishes. -
Let the kids have fun with decorating this weekend. Head to your local area grocery store for fresh ingredients to make these patriotic dishes. -
Head to your local area grocery store for fresh ingredients to make these patriotic dishes. -
Simple, yes, but makes for a nice table decoration. Head to your local area grocery store for fresh ingredients to make these patriotic dishes. -
Head to your local area grocery store for fresh ingredients to make these patriotic dishes. -
Tint batches of your cupcake batter and layer into the tins before baking. Head to your local area grocery store for fresh ingredients to make these patriotic dishes. -
Head to your local area grocery store for fresh ingredients to make these patriotic dishes. -
Have fun shopping for these cute cupcake toppers, then head to your local area grocery store for fresh ingredients to make these patriotic dishes. -
Head to your local area grocery store for fresh ingredients to make these patriotic dishes. -
Even the grocery store stockers have fun with red, white and blue. -
Head to your local area grocery store for fresh ingredients to make these patriotic dishes. -
Tinted sugar adds just the right touch to these farm-fresh strawberries. Head to your local farmer’s market for fresh ingredients to make these patriotic dishes. -
Head to your local area grocery store for fresh ingredients to make these patriotic dishes. -
Let the kids help out with this creative cake topper. Head to your local area grocery store for fresh ingredients to make these patriotic dishes. -
Perfect for any picnic or backyard bash. Head to your local area grocery store for fresh ingredients to make these patriotic dishes. -
These star-shaped sprinkles are perfect for the Fourth of July. Head to your local area grocery store for fresh ingredients to make these patriotic dishes. -
Head to your local area grocery store for fresh ingredients to make these patriotic dishes. -
Why didn’t we think of this before? Let your ice cream sandwiches thaw slightly, roll in colored sprinkles, and voila! Head to your local area grocery store for fresh ingredients to make these patriotic dishes. -
Head to your local area grocery store for fresh ingredients to make these patriotic dishes. -
One last photo before it’s time to eat. Head to your local area grocery store for fresh ingredients to make these patriotic dishes. -
Head to your local area grocery store for fresh ingredients to make these patriotic dishes. -
This creative cook dipped both ends of a marshmallow into tinted sugar. Head to your local area grocery store for fresh ingredients to make these patriotic dishes. -
Check out these kid-friendly shish kabobs. Head to your local area grocery store for fresh ingredients to make these patriotic dishes. -
Head to your local area grocery store for fresh ingredients to make these patriotic dishes. -
Look for star-shaped cookie cutters at your bakery specialty store. Head to your local area grocery store for fresh ingredients to make these patriotic dishes. -
Jell-O shots! Head to your local area grocery store (and liquor store) for fresh ingredients to make these patriotic dishes. -
Berry delicious. Head to your local area grocery store for fresh ingredients to make these patriotic dishes. -
Head to your local area grocery store for fresh ingredients to make these patriotic dishes. -
An artistic touch goes a long way. Head to your local area grocery store for fresh ingredients to make these patriotic dishes. -
Head to your local area grocery store for fresh ingredients to make these patriotic dishes. -
Drizzle a bit of color on top of your popcorn. Head to your local area grocery store for fresh ingredients to make these patriotic dishes. -
Head to your local area grocery store for fresh ingredients to make these patriotic dishes. -
Easy to make, fun to eat. Head to your local area grocery store for fresh ingredients to make these patriotic dishes. -
Head to your local area grocery store for fresh ingredients to make these patriotic dishes. -
Head to your local area grocery store for fresh ingredients to make these patriotic dishes. -
Head to your local area grocery store for fresh ingredients to make these patriotic dishes. -
Tint your batter before baking this stunner in a Bundt cake pan. Head to your local area grocery store for fresh ingredients to make these patriotic dishes. -
Head to your local area grocery store for fresh ingredients to make these patriotic dishes. -
Even hot dogs and mashed potatoes will work for Independence Day fare. Head to your local area grocery store for fresh ingredients to make these patriotic dishes.
