Patriotic Flag Cake (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Cake Base
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1 package white cake mix (about 15 oz box)
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3 fresh eggs
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1/2 cup tangy sour cream
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1 cup chilled whole milk
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1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
→ Creamy Topping
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2 cups cold milk
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1 small package vanilla instant pudding mix (3.4 oz)
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8 oz frozen whipped topping, completely thawed
→ Patriotic Decorations
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Fresh blueberries for the stars
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Ripe strawberries, hulled and sliced
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Mini marshmallows (optional for star details)
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Unsweetened coconut flakes (optional for white stripes)
# Instructions:
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In a spacious mixing bowl, combine the cake mix with eggs, sour cream, milk, and melted butter. Stir everything together until you have a smooth, well-blended batter.
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Pour the batter into a well-greased 9x13 inch baking pan. Follow the temperature and timing instructions on your cake mix box to bake until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
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Allow your cake to cool entirely in the pan before moving to the next step - this prevents the topping from melting.
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Whisk the instant pudding mix with cold milk for about 2 minutes until it thickens up nicely. Then fold in the thawed whipped topping until everything is beautifully combined.
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Evenly spread your pudding mixture over the cooled cake, creating a smooth white canvas for your flag design.
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In the top left corner, create a rectangle with blueberries to represent the star field. Arrange sliced strawberries in horizontal rows across the rest of the cake to form the red stripes. Add coconut flakes between strawberry rows for white stripes if desired.
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Refrigerate your beautiful flag cake until you're ready to serve. This helps everything set perfectly and keeps the fruit fresh.
# Notes:
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This cake can be made a day ahead - just add the fruit decorations right before serving to keep them looking fresh and vibrant.
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Store any leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, though it's best enjoyed within the first few days.
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Perfect for Fourth of July celebrations, Memorial Day gatherings, or any patriotic occasion where you want to impress with minimal effort.