Fly the Flag Cake

1 SAMS CLUB BAKERY moist white ½ sheet cake frosted with white butter cream icing 1 pint stem on cherries 2 pints blueberries, washed and dried 2 pints strawberries, stemmed and cut in half lengthwise 2 pkg sparklers 1 set alphabet cookie cutters (3”) 1 pkg frozen sugar cookie dough 1 c. powdered sugar Start with a moist white ½ sheet cake from SAM’S CLUB Bakery, add some beautiful fresh fruit and a little cookie artistry and you’ve got a WOW celebration cake for the 4th in no time! To create the BANG!: 1. Roll out cookie dough at least 1/4” thick. Cut out your letters. Bake per package directions. 2. Mix powdered sugar with 1 to 1 1/2 tablespoon water and frost cookies. Let set before using. To decorate cake: 1. Arrange strawberry halves and blueberries in alternating bands of color. 2. Pick the most perfect, stemmed cherries and space evenly around the sides of the cake. 3. Arrange the letters upright at the head of the cake (you may need to prop them from behind with a berry or two). 4. Arrange sparklers. By Nicole Aloni Beverages Breads, Spreads, and Dips Desserts Ethnic Fruits and Vegetables Meats, Poultry, and Fish One-Dish Meals Sauces, Rubs, Dressings, and Marinades Snacks and Hors d’oeuvres Soups and Side Items Table Settings and Entertainment