{"id":74361,"date":"2025-07-01T09:37:53","date_gmt":"2025-07-01T13:37:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/collegefootball\/?p=74361"},"modified":"2025-09-23T12:36:59","modified_gmt":"2025-09-23T16:36:59","slug":"tasty-tailgate-treats-july-4th-edition","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/collegefootball\/2025\/07\/01\/tasty-tailgate-treats-july-4th-edition\/","title":{"rendered":"Tasty Tailgate Treats: July 4th Edition"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Happy Tasty Treat Tuesday, and Happy 4th of July! Here are some quick and easy last-minute treats you can make for your weekend of celebrating. And it&#8217;s never too early to get back in the swing of tailgating! We are putting this out on Tuesday so you have time to buy the supplies and make the treats before full relax mode on Friday!<\/p>\n<p>Also, it is never too early to start working on your tailgate recipes. \u00a0We only have to survive SEVEN more weeks without college football. \u00a0We have put together some tasty Summer staples and red, white, and blue treats. \u00a0Also, here is the link to the <a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/collegefootball\/2022\/11\/04\/football-friday-tasty-tailgate-treats-bacon-wrapped-greatness\/\" target=\"_self\">bacon-wrapped recipes<\/a> from a few seasons ago, because bacon pairs well with almost everything. \u00a0ENJOY!<\/p>\n<h2>Tasty Tailgate Treats: July 4th Edition<\/h2>\n<h2 class=\"css-1rw3f4t e1f1sunr8\" data-theme-key=\"content-header-title\"><a  href=\"https:\/\/www.delish.com\/cooking\/recipe-ideas\/a60583708\/poolside-popsicle-spritzer-recipe\/\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Poolside Popsicle Spritzers<\/a><\/h2>\n<p>These can be modified to MOCKtails for kiddos. Use Sprite or Ginger Ale with their favorite fruity store-bought popsicle. You could also make life super easy on yourself and use store-bought fruit bars and add your favorite mixers and alcohol to a glass!<\/p>\n<section class=\"css-102rvru e12sb1179\" data-ad-exclusion-zone=\"true\">\n<div class=\"css-tet7f4 e1l7omtc3\">\n<p class=\"css-e6361h e12sb1178\"><strong>Ingredients:<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ingredients-body css-0 e12sb1176\">\n<div class=\"css-0 e12sb1174\">\n<ul>\n<li><span class=\"css-4g6ai3 e12sb1171\">1 1\/2 cups <\/span>pineapple juice<\/li>\n<li><span class=\"css-4g6ai3 e12sb1171\">1\/2 cup <\/span>mango juice or nectar<\/li>\n<li><span class=\"css-4g6ai3 e12sb1171\">2 oz. <\/span>vodka<\/li>\n<li><span class=\"css-4g6ai3 e12sb1171\">1 <\/span>lime, thinly sliced into rounds<\/li>\n<li><span class=\"css-4g6ai3 e12sb1171\">1 <\/span>(750-mL) bottle\u00a0sparkling white, ros\u00e9, or orange wine<\/li>\n<li>Club soda, for serving<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"ingredients-body css-0 e12sb1176\"><strong>Directions:<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<div class=\"css-1ihj444 e1241r8m6\">\n<ol>\n<li>In a medium bowl or measuring cup, stir pineapple juice, mango juice, and vodka.<\/li>\n<li>Place 1 to 2 lime slices into 6 (4-oz.) pop molds.<\/li>\n<li>Carefully fill each mold with the pineapple juice mixture. Cover and insert sticks. Freeze until solid, at least 4 hours or up to overnight.<\/li>\n<li>Pour 4 oz. sparkling wine into 6 wine glasses. Top with a splash of club soda.<\/li>\n<li>Place a popsicle into a glass and serve immediately.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<h2><a  href=\"https:\/\/www.bettycrocker.com\/how-to\/tipslibrary\/entertaining\/mason-jar-cocktails\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Mason Jar Cocktails\u00a0<\/a><\/h2>\n<p>The perfect way to serve individual cocktails this 4th of July. The best part is that they can be spiked or non-spiked.<\/p>\n<h3>Screwdriver:<\/h3>\n<p>6 oz Orange Juice<br \/>\n2 oz Vodka<\/p>\n<h3>Tiki Fruity Punch:<\/h3>\n<p>3 oz Fruit punch (I used the \u201cAloha\u201d kind)<br \/>\n3 oz orange juice<br \/>\n2 oz rum<\/p>\n<h3>Blue Lagoon:<\/h3>\n<p>1.5 oz Blue Curaco<br \/>\nLemonade<br \/>\nCherry<\/p>\n<h4>Half and Half:<\/h4>\n<p>Half a glass of iced tea<br \/>\nHalf a glass of lemonade<\/p>\n<p>Serve them in a tub of ice for your guests to grab and enjoy.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"content-title\"><a  href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/strawberry-pretzel-dessert\/\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Strawberry Pretzel Salad<\/a><\/h2>\n<div class=\"recipe-ingredients\">\n<p><strong>Ingredients:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"recipe-ingredients__list-print\">\n<li>2 cups crushed pretzels (about 8 ounces)<\/li>\n<li>3\/4 cup butter, melted<\/li>\n<li>3 tablespoons sugar<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Filling:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"recipe-ingredients__list-print\">\n<li>2 cups whipped topping<\/li>\n<li>1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened<\/li>\n<li>1 cup sugar<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Topping:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"recipe-ingredients__list-print\">\n<li>2 packages (3 ounces each) of strawberry gelatin<\/li>\n<li>2 cups boiling water<\/li>\n<li>2 packages (16 ounces each) frozen sweetened sliced strawberries, thawed<\/li>\n<li>Optional: Additional whipped topping and pretzels<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"recipe-directions\">\n<h3>Directions:<\/h3>\n<ol class=\"recipe-directions__list\">\n<li>Preheat oven to 350\u00b0F. In a bowl, combine the pretzels, butter, and sugar. Press into an ungreased 13&#215;9-inch baking dish. Bake for 10 minutes. Cool on a wire rack.<\/li>\n<li>For filling, in a small bowl, beat whipped topping, cream cheese, and sugar until smooth. Spread over pretzel crust. Refrigerate until chilled.<\/li>\n<li>For topping, dissolve gelatin in boiling water in a large bowl. Stir in sweetened strawberries; refrigerate until partially set. Carefully spoon over filling. Refrigerate until firm, 4-6 hours. Cut into squares. Serve with additional whipped topping and pretzels if desired.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"rdpTitle\"><a  href=\"https:\/\/www.bettycrocker.com\/recipes\/mini-chocolate-cupcakes-flag\/2d8bdf42-8003-4020-ad0a-eba7da3a2832\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Mini Chocolate Cupcakes Flag<\/a><\/h2>\n<h4>Ingredients:<\/h4>\n<h4>Cupcakes:<\/h4>\n<div id=\"rd3386bbf2c1d4158a796a0cb3ef6c57e\" class=\"rdpIngredients\" data-deferid=\"rd3386bbf2c1d4158a796a0cb3ef6c57e\">\n<ul>\n<li class=\"ingredient\"><span class=\"quantity\">1 box cake mix of your choice\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\"><span class=\"quantity\">1 1\/4\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"description\">cups water <\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\"><span class=\"quantity\">3\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"description\">eggs <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Toppings:<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"ingredient\"><span class=\"quantity\">1 1\/2\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"description\">cups frozen (thawed) reduced-fat whipped topping <\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\"><span class=\"quantity\">1 1\/2\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"description\">cups sliced small strawberries <\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\"><span class=\"quantity\">1\/2\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"description\">cup fresh blueberries<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Directions:<\/h4>\n<div id=\"r82c506da60a74a59b687b353a1fae278\" data-deferid=\"r82c506da60a74a59b687b353a1fae278\">\n<div class=\"\">\n<ol class=\"recipeSteps\">\n<li class=\"recipeStep\">\n<div class=\"stepIndex\">Heat oven to 350\u00b0F. Place a paper baking cup in each of the 80 miniature muffin cups.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"recipeStep\">\n<div class=\"stepIndex\">In a large bowl, beat Cupcake ingredients with an electric mixer on low speed for 30 seconds, then on medium speed for 2 minutes, scraping the bowl occasionally. Divide batter evenly among muffin cups, filling about three-fourths full.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"recipeStep\">\n<div class=\"stepIndex\">Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 5 minutes; remove from pans to a cooling rack. Cool completely, about 30 minutes.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"recipeStep\">\n<div class=\"stepIndex\">Before serving, spread about 1 teaspoon of whipped topping on each cupcake. Arrange 70 cupcakes on a tray as shown in the photo. Place blueberries and strawberries on cupcakes to make a stars and stripes pattern as shown in the photo. Serve the remaining cupcakes on another plate. Store in the refrigerator.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2 class=\"rdpTitle\"><a  href=\"https:\/\/www.bettycrocker.com\/recipes\/broccoli-bacon-salad\/5365a0b8-c807-48d7-b998-b6f2764c6c67\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Broccoli-Bacon Salad<\/a><\/h2>\n<h4>Ingredients:<\/h4>\n<div id=\"rbe18560bcce4411b914d938058362b45\" class=\"rdpIngredients\" data-deferid=\"rbe18560bcce4411b914d938058362b45\">\n<ul>\n<li class=\"ingredient\"><span class=\"quantity\">1\/2\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"description\">cup mayonnaise or salad dressing <\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\"><span class=\"quantity\">2\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"description\">tablespoons sugar <\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\"><span class=\"quantity\">2\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"description\">tablespoons white vinegar <\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\"><span class=\"quantity\">1\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"description\">pound broccoli, cut into florets (5 cups) <\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\"><span class=\"quantity\">1\/4\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"description\">cup chopped red onion <\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\"><span class=\"quantity\">1\/4\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"description\">cup chopped yellow onion <\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\"><span class=\"quantity\">1\/4\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"description\">cup sunflower nuts <\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\"><span class=\"quantity\">6\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"description\">slices of bacon, crisply cooked and crumbled<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Directions:<\/h4>\n<div id=\"r8439810eda3c408bb3914205cfcfda3f\" data-deferid=\"r8439810eda3c408bb3914205cfcfda3f\">\n<div class=\"\">\n<ol>\n<li class=\"stepDescription\">Mix mayonnaise, sugar, and vinegar in a large bowl. Stir in broccoli and onion.<\/li>\n<li class=\"stepDescription\">Toss until coated. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours to blend flavors.<\/li>\n<li>Sprinkle with nuts and bacon before serving.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p class=\"tipHeading\">Recipe Tip:\u00a0<span class=\"fullText\"><span class=\"description\">This is one of those dishes that tastes better the next day. Try making it the night before and top it with nuts and bacon just before serving.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"tipHeading\">Recipe Tip: These types of salads usually benefit from a sweet component. Toss in raisins or dried cranberries for a different spin.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"rdpTitle\"><a  href=\"https:\/\/www.bettycrocker.com\/recipes\/whiskey-and-beer-bbq-chicken-sliders\/9ccbc6f6-0c52-4906-b1b7-d00cdabd0d7b\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Whiskey and Beer BBQ Chicken Sliders<\/a><\/h2>\n<h3>Ingredients:<\/h3>\n<div id=\"r50b8ae7ebd8d4fd39134e6173c42d44f\" class=\"rdpIngredients\" data-deferid=\"r50b8ae7ebd8d4fd39134e6173c42d44f\">\n<h4>Sauce:<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"ingredient\"><span class=\"quantity\">1\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"description\">cup barbecue sauce of choice\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\"><span class=\"quantity\">1 1\/2<\/span><span class=\"description\">cups lager beer, such as a pilsner <\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\"><span class=\"quantity\">2\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"description\">tablespoons whiskey <\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\"><span class=\"quantity\">1\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"description\">teaspoon seasoned salt <\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\"><span class=\"quantity\">1\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"description\">teaspoon garlic-pepper blend <\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\"><span class=\"quantity\">1\/2\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"description\">teaspoon ground mustard <\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\"><span class=\"quantity\">1\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"description\">to 2 teaspoons Frank&#8217;s\u2122 RedHot\u2122 Buffalo Wings Sauce <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Sandwiches:<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"ingredient\"><span class=\"quantity\">1\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"description\">deli rotisserie chicken, skin and bones removed, shredded (about 4 cups) <\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"ingredient\"><span class=\"quantity\">12\u00a0<\/span><span class=\"description\">slider buns, split <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Directions:<\/h4>\n<ol class=\"recipeSteps\">\n<li class=\"recipeStep\">\n<div class=\"stepDescription\">In a 2-quart saucepan, heat sauce ingredients to a boil over medium heat, stirring frequently. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent scorching.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"recipeStep\">\n<div class=\"stepIndex\">In a medium microwavable bowl, place chicken; cover. Microwave on High for 4 to 5 minutes or until hot. Add shredded chicken to the sauce in a saucepan, and stir to coat.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"recipeStep\">\n<div class=\"stepDescription\">Place about 1\/3 cup chicken mixture on the bottom of each slider bun; top with the bun top.<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"tasty-recipes-notes\">\n<div class=\"tasty-recipes-notes-body\" data-tasty-recipes-customization=\"body-color.color\">\n<h3>On The Menu<\/h3>\n<p>Once we get through the 4th of July holiday, we will be SIX weeks away from the start of the college football season. \u00a0Recaps coming from previous seasons. We want to make sure that you have all your favorite recipes from the past several seasons all in one spot, and easy to find. We will be sure to give you a whole new batch of tasty tailgate treats for the 2025 season. Y&#8217;all enjoy the 4th. Be safe!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Happy Tasty Treat Tuesday, and Happy 4th of July! Here are some quick and easy last-minute treats you can make for your weekend of celebrating. And it&#8217;s never too early to get back in the swing of tailgating! 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