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Dairy-Free Recipes of All-American Classics

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The Fourth of July is a time for picnics, barbecues and enjoying the warm weather with friends and families. These dairy-free dessert recipes will add color, flavor and flair to your lactose-free celebration.

To view an image gallery of 36 of my Fourth of July favorites, check out this collection of Dairy-Free Fourth of July Desserts.

Classic Apple Pie

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When I think of All-American desserts, nothing comes to my mind as readily as apple pie. This dairy-free Classic Apple Pie recipe is easy to make and prepare in advance, which helps with party planning, and it is also easy to transport if attending a potluck or picnic.

If apple isn't your slice of pie, check out some of these Dairy-Free Pie Recipes:

  • Avocado Meringue Pie
  • Blueberry Tart
  • Caramelized Tomato Tart
  • Cherry Pie
  • Chocolate Banana Cream Pie
  • Fruit Tart
  • Pumpkin Pie
  • Oreo Cream Pie
  • Peach Pie
  • Sweet Potato Pie
  • Vegan Apple Crisp
  • Vegan Chocolate Ganache Tart
  • Vegan Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie
  • Cobblers

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    Cobblers are perfect for outdoor celebrations like the Fourth of July, as they are easy to transport, stay beautiful with minimal effort and are All-American classics that suit a variety of palates. This dairy-free Red, White & Blue Cobbler is colorful, festive and vegan; combining strawberries and blueberries beneath a sweet biscuit crust, this is delicious served with a scoop of dairy-free ice cream.

     

    Check out my collection of Dairy-Free Cobbler Recipes for more recipes like these:

  • Cherry Cobbler
  • Chocolate Raspberry Cobbler
  • Peach Cobbler
  • Red, White and Blue Cobbler
  • Strawberry Cherry Cobbler
  • Strawberry Rhubarb Cobbler
  • Cupcakes

    © 2009 Ashley Skabar, licensed to About.com, Inc.

    Cupcakes are fun, festive, simple delights that make serving cake at outdoor celebrations a little easier. For the Fourth of July, I like to make my dairy-free white cupcakes or these Vegan White Cupcakes, top them with strawberry meringue frosting or Vegan Strawberry Frosting,add a few blueberries or blue sprinkles, and finish them off with flaked coconut for a red, white and blueberry treat.

    Here are just a few more favorite dairy-free cupcake recipes that are perfect for the Fourth of July:

  • Angel Food Cupcakes
  • Dairy-Free Mini Sprinkle Cupcakes
  • Dairy-Free Red Velvet Cupcakes
  • Lemon Curd Cupcakes
  • Vegan Banana Cupcakes with Coconut Frosting
  • Vegan Lemon Cupcakes with Lemon Buttercream
  • For vegans, check out my 10 Favorite Vegan Cupcakes.

    Dairy-Free Cheesecake

    © 2007 Ashley Skabar, licensed to About.com, Inc.
    Topped with blueberries and cherries, strawberries or raspberries, this Vegan Cheesecake Recipe is a special treat, not to mention incredibly easy to prepare in advance. When hosting large parties, I like to make the crust and the cake the day before hand so that it has time to chill and doesn't take up valuable oven space the day of the event.

    Here are a few more of my favorite dairy-free cheesecake recipes that are perfect for summertime:

  • Dairy-Free Chocolate Cheesecake
  • Dairy-Free Strawberry Cheesecake
  • Vegan Strawberry Cheesecake Cups
  • Dairy-Free Cookies

    © 2010 Ashley Skabar, licensed to About.com, Inc.

    Cookies are great for any party and for anytime of year. Because they take so little time in the oven, they're great for summer holidays like Fourth of July. This collection of Dairy-Free Cookie Recipes contains over 60 dairy-free recipe renditions of favorite cookies, from chocolate chip to peanut butter sandwich cookies.

    Here are just a few favorites:

  • All-Peanut Butter Cookies
  • Dairy-Free Chocolate Chip Cookies
  • Dairy-Free Coconut Lime Bars
  • Flourless Peanut Butter Oat Cookies
  • Lemon Curd Thumbprints
  • No-Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies
  • Vegan Peanut Butter Sandwich Cookies
  • Vegan Sugar Cookies
  • For dairy-free cookie recipes that are also egg-free, check out 40 of my favorite Vegan Cookies.

    Dairy-Free Ice Cream Recipes

    © 2008 Ashley Skabar, licensed to About.com, Inc.
    While dairy-free ice cream substitutes are becoming more accessible, sometimes it's still nice to make it yourself. This collection of my favorite Dairy-Free Ice Cream Recipes will give you some cool ideas for your summer celebrations.

    Dairy-Free Brownies

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    Quite possibly the most popular picnic dessert, brownies suit just about any festive occasion and please a variety of palates. These dairy-free fudge brownies are no exception. Rich, decadent and easy to eat, these vegan chocolate delights are also healthier without compromising on taste or texture.

    Here are just a few more delicious dairy-free brownie renditions that are perfect for the Fourth of July:

  • Banana Brownies
  • Chocolate Avocado Brownies
  • Dairy-Free Gluten-Free Peanut Butter Brownies
  • Pumpkin Brownies
  • Vegan Chocolate Cola Brownies
  • Vegan Fudge Brownies
  • Vegan Raspberry Cream Cheese Brownies
  • Vera's Delicious Brownies
  • Strawberry & Blueberry Shortcakes

    © 2008 Ashley Skabar, licensed to About.com, Inc.
    Simple to prepare, festive and colorful, these Strawberry & Blueberry Shortcakes are perfect for the Fourth of July. For large parties, I like to set out a plate of the biscuits next to a bowl of the sugared berries and the non-dairy ice cream, and let my guests help themselves.

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