Easy 3-Ingredient Patriotic Flag Cake Recipe Perfect for Summer Celebrations
A quick and festive dessert made with just three ingredients: boxed cake mix, whipped topping, and frozen berries. Perfect for summer celebrations like the Fourth of July, this cake is easy to assemble and visually impressive.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box white or yellow cake mix (about 15.25 oz / 432 g)
- 8 oz (227 g) whipped topping, thawed (store-bought frozen like Cool Whip)
- 10 oz (283 g) frozen mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
- Non-stick spray or butter for greasing the pan (optional)
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your flag-shaped pan or baking dish with non-stick spray or butter.
- Mix the cake batter according to the package instructions, typically combining cake mix with about 1 cup water, 1/3 cup oil, and 3 large eggs. Use an electric mixer or whisk for 2-3 minutes until smooth.
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pan. Tap gently to level and release air bubbles.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cover edges with foil if browning too fast.
- Remove cake from oven and cool completely in the pan on a wire rack, about 1 hour.
- Spread whipped topping evenly over the cooled cake in a smooth 1/2 inch thick layer.
- Arrange berries on top to create the flag design: blueberries for the blue corner and strawberries or raspberries for the red stripes. Thaw berries slightly before arranging.
- Chill the cake in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.
Notes
Do not skip greasing the pan to prevent sticking. Let the cake cool completely before spreading whipped topping to avoid melting. Thaw frozen berries slightly and pat dry to prevent soggy topping. Chill cake before serving for best texture and flavor. Can use gluten-free cake mix and dairy-free whipped topping for dietary adaptations.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/12 of cak
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 28
- Sodium: 250
- Fat: 9
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 44
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 3
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