These Delicious 4th of July Recipes Will Have Everyone Begging for Seconds

Whether you're firing up the grill, loading up a plate of sides, or just here for the s'mores, we’ve got the goods. These 4th of July recipes are smoky, sticky, sweet, and seriously satisfying—perfect for feeding a crowd or just making your backyard feel like the best seat in the country.

And yes, we snuck in a couple Nutricost pantry MVPs to keep it fun.

Let’s get cooking.

Grilled BBQ Chicken Sandwiches with Tangy Slaw

Featuring: Nutricost Date Sugar or Allulose (optional)

Chicken:

• 2–2.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  

• Salt + pepper
  

• 1 tbsp olive oil
  

• 1/2 cup BBQ sauce (homemade or store-bought)
  

• Optional: Add 1 tbsp Nutricost Date Sugar or Allulose to sweeten up store-bought sauce
  

Slaw:

• 3 cups shredded cabbage (or coleslaw mix)
  

• 1/4 cup mayo
  

• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  

• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  

• 1 tsp honey or sweetener of choice
  

• Salt + pepper to taste
  

Assembly:

• Toasted sandwich buns
  

• Pickles (optional but recommended)
  

Instructions:

1. Season chicken with salt and pepper, and brush with olive oil.
   

2. Grill over medium-high heat for 5–6 minutes per side until fully cooked. Brush with BBQ sauce during the last few minutes.
   

3. While chicken grills, mix slaw ingredients in a bowl and chill.
   

4. Slice or shred chicken and pile onto toasted buns with slaw and pickles.
   

5. Serve hot and sticky—just like summer should be.

A bright and tangy summer staple.

Sweet & Smoky Baked Beans with Bacon

Featuring: Nutricost Date Sugar or Demerara Sugar (optional)

Ingredients:

• 2 cans (15 oz) navy or pinto beans, drained
  

• 4 slices bacon, chopped
  

• 1/2 onion, finely diced
  

• 2 cloves garlic, minced
  

• 1/4 cup ketchup
  

• 1 tbsp yellow mustard
  

• 2 tbsp Nutricost Date Sugar or Demerara Sugar
  

• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  

• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  

• Salt + pepper to taste
  

Instructions:

1. In a skillet, cook chopped bacon until crisp. Remove and set aside.
   

2. In the bacon fat, sauté onion and garlic until soft.
   

3. Add all remaining ingredients (including beans and bacon) to a baking dish and stir to combine.
   

4. Bake uncovered at 350°F for 40–45 minutes, until thick and bubbly.
   

5. Serve hot or warm—ideally on a paper plate next to something grilled.

Sweet, smoky, and the perfect amount of crispy.

Protein-Boosted Peanut Butter S’mores Dip

Featuring: Nutricost Organic Peanut Butter Powder

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup Nutricost Peanut Butter Powder
  

• 1/4 cup water or milk of choice (to make a thick PB paste)
  

• 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips or chopped chocolate
  

• 1/2 cup marshmallow fluff or mini marshmallows
  

• Graham crackers for dipping
  

Instructions:

1. In a small bowl, stir together the peanut butter powder and liquid to form a smooth paste.
   

2. In an oven-safe dish, layer chocolate, peanut butter mixture, and marshmallow fluff.
   

3. Bake at 375°F for 10–12 minutes, until hot and gooey.
   

4. Serve immediately with graham crackers and zero shame.
   
   

Indulgent, creamy, and perfect for your next bonfire.