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Cool Berry Flag Cake for Any Patriotic Celebration

A Red, White and Blue Treat

By Emily Cowan June 29, 2024
Nothing says summertime quite like fresh, delicious berries. This cool and refreshing "cake" is the perfect addition to your summer celebrations. It's not only a tasty treat but also a patriotic centerpiece for Memorial Day and 4th of July - Independence Day. Whip up this easy recipe with your family and enjoy a festive, berry-filled delight that's perfect for beating the heat and celebrating in style!

Cool Berry Flag Cake
You'll Need:
  • 10 sheets graham crackers
  • 3 tablespoons sugar
  • 4 teaspoons butter, melted
  • Light whipped topping, room temperature - for easy spreading
  • Strawberries, sliced
  • Blueberries
How To:
  1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
  2. Place graham crackers and sugar in food processor and blend until crumbled. Drizzle in melted butter and continue to blend until butter has been evenly distributed throughout mixture.
  3. Press graham cracker mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9x13 cake pan. Bake for 10 minutes.
  4. Cool completely.
  5. Spread pan with 1/2-inch layer of whipped topping until crust is completely covered.
  6. Cool in refrigerator for 20 minutes.
  7. Make a "flag" with blueberries for stars and strawberry slices for stripes. Chill until ready to serve!

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