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 Rainbow Gelatin Shots https://balancingmotherhood.com/rainbow-jello-shots/ https://balancingmotherhood.com/rainbow-jello-shots/#respond Wed, 06 Jul 2022 21:41:10 +0000 https://balancingmotherhood.com/?p=24554 Rainbow Jello Shots are made by layering vibrant fruity jello mixed with vodka into small cups, and topped off with Cool Whip and Rainbow Berry Airheads to finish. They are so cute and colorful, they are the perfect adult-only treats for any summer gathering or barbecue. It’s simple to make these kid-friendly by substituting the...

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]]> https://balancingmotherhood.com/rainbow-jello-shots/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 Patriotic Cookie Cups https://balancingmotherhood.com/patriotic-cookie-cups/ https://balancingmotherhood.com/patriotic-cookie-cups/#respond Tue, 31 May 2022 19:42:14 +0000 https://balancingmotherhood.com/?p=23899 These cute patriotic cookie cups couldn’t be easier and are fun dessert to celebrate all the summer holidays! Use pre-made sugar cookie dough and frosting for a quick and easy treat. Patriotic Sugar Cookie Cups Get the kids involved in this easy dessert. They can practically make the entire thing with just a little supervision...

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]]> https://balancingmotherhood.com/patriotic-cookie-cups/feed/ 0 4th of July Gelatin Shots Recipe https://balancingmotherhood.com/4th-of-july-jello-shots-recipe/ https://balancingmotherhood.com/4th-of-july-jello-shots-recipe/#respond Fri, 27 May 2022 16:16:48 +0000 https://balancingmotherhood.com/?p=23717 4th of July jello shots recipe is a fun and colorful way for adults to splurge a little during all your summertime celebrations. Made with berry jello, sweetened condensed milk, and cherry jello you can make these with or without alcohol. We love the kickoff of summer at Memorial Day weekend with these patriotic jello...

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]]> https://balancingmotherhood.com/4th-of-july-jello-shots-recipe/feed/ 0 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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