Fourth of July Archives - Balancing Motherhood https://balancingmotherhood.com/tag/fourth-of-july/ Easy recipes for busy families. Thu, 24 Jul 2025 00:48:43 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://balancingmotherhood.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/favicon-96x96.png Fourth of July Archives - Balancing Motherhood https://balancingmotherhood.com/tag/fourth-of-july/ 32 32 Sangria Party Shots (with Gelatin) https://balancingmotherhood.com/sangria-jello-shots/ https://balancingmotherhood.com/sangria-jello-shots/#respond Mon, 18 Jul 2022 18:24:29 +0000 https://balancingmotherhood.com/?p=23660 With these classic Sangria Jello Shots recipe your party will be a blast! They are delicious red wine cocktails in jello form that are sharp and citrusy in flavor, perfectly balancing the sweetness of the shot. The best part about them is that they can be prepared days in advance, giving you more time to enjoy the celebration. Topped with whipped cream and small slices of fruit they look fancy too!

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]]> https://balancingmotherhood.com/sangria-jello-shots/feed/ 0 Strawberry Rhubarb Crumble https://balancingmotherhood.com/strawberry-rhubarb-crumble/ https://balancingmotherhood.com/strawberry-rhubarb-crumble/#respond Fri, 15 Jul 2022 13:42:29 +0000 https://balancingmotherhood.com/?p=24892 This strawberry rhubarb crisp is a delicious dessert that’s perfect for the spring and summer months. Fresh ripe strawberries and a hint of lemon pair perfectly with the citrusy tartness of the rhubarb to form a warm and fruity compote that’s the perfect balance of sweet and tart. With a buttery brown sugar oat crumble...

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]]> https://balancingmotherhood.com/strawberry-rhubarb-crumble/feed/ 0 Watermelon Jello Shots https://balancingmotherhood.com/watermelon-jello-shots/ https://balancingmotherhood.com/watermelon-jello-shots/#respond Wed, 22 Jun 2022 21:21:13 +0000 https://balancingmotherhood.com/?p=24080 This easy Watermelon Jello Shots recipe is so easy and fun to make. Made with watermelon-flavored gelatin and vodka and topped with a cute watermelon sour candy, this is a treat the adults will love all summer long. Make a kid-friendly version without the alcohol so they can join in the fun too. Watermelon Vodka...

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]]> https://balancingmotherhood.com/watermelon-jello-shots/feed/ 0 Watermelon Rum Punch https://balancingmotherhood.com/watermelon-rum-punch/ https://balancingmotherhood.com/watermelon-rum-punch/#comments Wed, 22 Jun 2022 13:46:39 +0000 https://balancingmotherhood.com/?p=23869 This Watermelon Rum Punch drink is the perfect adult-only drink for barbecues, poolside parties, and picnics on hot summer days. Refreshingly fruity and delightfully sweet, this is one of my favorite summer drinks. Ready in 5 minutes, this 5-ingredient watermelon rum punch is ideal for last-minute party planning too! Watermelon Punch Drink Outdoor parties are...

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]]> https://balancingmotherhood.com/watermelon-rum-punch/feed/ 3 Old Fashioned Southern Potato Salad https://balancingmotherhood.com/old-fashioned-potato-salad/ https://balancingmotherhood.com/old-fashioned-potato-salad/#respond Tue, 07 Jun 2022 19:20:38 +0000 https://balancingmotherhood.com/?p=23817 Our very best Old Fashioned Potato Salad recipe is made with simple and classic ingredients. It’s the perfect side dish for potlucks, picnics, backyard BBQ’s and game day menus. This Classic Potato Salad is a crowd pleaser I honestly can’t imagine summertime gatherings without a good homemade potato salad side dish. While everyone has their...

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]]> https://balancingmotherhood.com/old-fashioned-potato-salad/feed/ 0 Watermelon Lemonade https://balancingmotherhood.com/watermelon-lemonade/ https://balancingmotherhood.com/watermelon-lemonade/#comments Mon, 06 Jun 2022 14:19:37 +0000 https://balancingmotherhood.com/?p=23867 My Watermelon Lemonade is the best and easiest recipe you’ll find — expertly crafted for maximum flavor and refreshment with minimal effort. With the perfect balance of juicy watermelon, tart lemon, and just the right amount of sweetness, this drink is smooth, vibrant, and incredibly thirst-quenching. Whether you’re cooling off on a hot day or...

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]]> https://balancingmotherhood.com/watermelon-lemonade/feed/ 2 Best Rotel Dip In Crock Pot Recipe https://balancingmotherhood.com/crockpot-rotel-dip/ https://balancingmotherhood.com/crockpot-rotel-dip/#comments Sat, 21 May 2022 14:44:09 +0000 https://balancingmotherhood.com/?p=23347 This amazing Crockpot Rotel Dip is creamy, cheesy, and has the perfect spicy sausage. Made Rotel tomatoes, Velveeta cheese and spicy sausage, this tasty appetizer is the perfect dip for every occasion, from parties or everyday snacking. This Rotel and Velveeta Dip is the perfect appetizer for any special occasion! There’s nothing quite like crispy...

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]]> https://balancingmotherhood.com/crockpot-rotel-dip/feed/ 2 S’mores Popcorn https://balancingmotherhood.com/smores-popcorn/ https://balancingmotherhood.com/smores-popcorn/#respond Wed, 18 May 2022 13:17:12 +0000 https://balancingmotherhood.com/?p=22899 S’mores Popcorn has the best flavors found at all great campfires packed into delicious bite-sized pieces. Made with graham crackers, marshmallows, milk chocolate chips, and white chocolate melting wafers, this recipe combines sweet and salty and comes together in just 10 minutes. You can use the Instant Pot to pop the popcorn or just use...

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]]> https://balancingmotherhood.com/smores-popcorn/feed/ 0 S’mores Hand Pies https://balancingmotherhood.com/smores-hand-pies/ https://balancingmotherhood.com/smores-hand-pies/#respond Sun, 11 Jul 2021 22:10:09 +0000 https://balancingmotherhood.com/?p=17735 S’mores hand pies are a fun and easy way to enjoy s’mores without all the mess. Melted chocolate and gooey marshmallows are tucked inside pie pastry, then baked and decorated. You’ll love this new s’mores treat! S’mores Hand Pies We love making s’mores when we’re camping, or having a campfire at home, but why not...

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]]> https://balancingmotherhood.com/smores-hand-pies/feed/ 0 Watermelon Margarita https://balancingmotherhood.com/watermelon-margarita/ https://balancingmotherhood.com/watermelon-margarita/#respond Wed, 07 Jul 2021 20:09:12 +0000 https://balancingmotherhood.com/?p=17708 This watermelon margarita is the perfect summer cocktail! Made with simple ingredients and fresh watermelon, it’s a light and refreshing take on the classic margarita recipe. We love this fun cocktail on a hot summer day. It’s such a simple recipe with just five ingredients that anyone can make it. It’s a perfect refreshing drink....

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