Red, White & Blue Desserts

The year's most patriotic holiday is a summer affair, and whether you're a guest or a host, having a festive dessert to wow the crowd is a must. Need help getting the creative juices flowing? Krusteaz, maker of premium baking mixes, has red, white and blue desserts that are as delicious as they are photo ready.

The only thing better than a chocolate chunk cookie is a giant chocolate chunk cookie. Create a delicious cookie cake using Krusteaz Triple Chocolate Chunk Cookie Mix and add some patriotic flare with vanilla frosting topped with red and blue candies. For added sparkle, dust with star shaped sprinkles.

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Chocolate Chunk Cookie Bars are a perfect grab-and-go treat for kids and adults alike. While mom and dad do the mixing and baking, kids can get creative by decorating with a flag design, candies and colorful icing.

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Put a summer twist on a classic side dish by whipping up Strawberry Blueberry Honey Cornbread. The Krusteaz Honey Cornbread Mix and fresh fruit is the perfect combination of savory with a dash of sweet. For an Instagram-worthy shot, try baking in a double batch in a 9x13, rectangular pan and creating a flag with strawberries, blueberries and powdered sugar!

For more summer dessert ideas and recipes, visit www.Krusteaz.com and get acquainted with the Baker's Dozen.