Transport yourself to the Deep South, a 1950s diner and the Super Bowl with these US recipes

<p>Light a sparkler, hold a cookout and dress head-to-toe in red, white and blue, because 4th July marks Independence Day 2018.</p><p>The American national holiday marks the anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, signed in 1776, which announced America's independence from the British empire.</p><p>And although we're not Stateside, we're generally up for any reason to cook up some sweet, saucy and downright naughty American-style bakes.</p><p>From comforting Deep South bakes to the sunshine state's favourite pie, check out some of our favourite American recipes below.</p><h2>Iced doughnuts</h2><p>The official food of 'cops' and Homer Simpson, the humble <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/ring-doughnuts" target="_blank">ring doughnut</a> is a stateside delicacy. These rings of sweetened dough are traditionally deep-fried then covered in a glaze, cinnamon sugar or a layer of icing. We've kept things on the lighter side by baking our 'nuts instead, before smothering them in red, white and blue frosting and decorations. <em>Oh say can you seeee...</em></p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="american-donuts_v2__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/american-donuts_v2__square_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>Key lime pie</h2><p>Comprised of egg yolks, condensed milk and plenty of lime juice, <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/masterclass-key-lime-pie" target="_blank">this American classic pie</a> is named after the limes that grow throughout the Florida Keys. For a taste of true Sunshine State sweetness, check out our masterclass recipe.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="key-lime-pie__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/key-lime-pie__square_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>Pancakes</h2><p>Stacked high and doused in <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/product/treacle-syrup/asda-pure-canadian-maple-syrup/910001366147" target="_blank">maple syrup</a>, who could possibly turn down a pile of fluffy, American-style pancakes for breakfast? While our British pancakes are typically thinner and wider, American pancakes are made with a thicker batter made with baking powder to create air bubbles and, typically, buttermilk to keep the inside moist during cooking.</p><p>We've replaced the buttermilk with another classic US favourite - <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/shelf/sweet-spreads-jams/peanut-butter/_/102955" target="_blank">peanut butter</a> - in <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/peanut-butter-pancakes" target="_blank">these fluffy cakes</a>. The <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/shelf/sweet-spreads-jams/peanut-butter/_/102955" target="_blank">peanut butter</a> keeps the inner pancake moist, as well as adding a delicious, nutty flavour. Top with some fresh berries and a spoonful of <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/shelf/sweet-spreads-jams/jams-preserves/_/102959" target="_blank">jam</a> (or "jelly"!) to get that classic PB&J combo.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="peanut-butter-pancakes__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/peanut-butter-pancakes__square_GL?scl=1"></p><h2>Chocolate brownies</h2><p>So the story goes, this famous, chocolatey bake was invented when prominent Boston socialite Bertha Potter Palmer asked her chef to invent a cake-like dessert that would fare well in the packed lunches that she and some friends were taking to a world fair in the city. Over 120 years later, <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/the-ultimate-chocolate-brownie" target="_blank">these fudgey squares</a> are one of the world's favourite sweet treats, with over 2 million various recipes online for this one bake.</p><p>Everyone has their own preferences when it comes to the perfect brownie: cakey versus fudgey, nuts or no nuts, rich or sweet. Nevertheless, we're convinced that we've nailed it with our <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/the-ultimate-chocolate-brownie" target="_blank">ultimate chocolate brownie recipe</a>. Cakey around the edges, crisp on top and irresistibly gooey in the centre, these decadent squares have it all. Check out the only brownie recipe you'll ever need <a href="https://www.asda.com/good-living/recipe/the-ultimate-chocolate-brownie" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><img alt="the-ultimate-chocolate-brownie__hero__square" class="ci-image ci-square" src="https://ui3.assets-asda.com/dm/the-ultimate-chocolate-brownie__hero__square_GL?scl=1"></p><p><em>Have our US wonders got you craving some classic diner food? Make sure to stock up on everything you need <a href="https://groceries.asda.com/" target="_blank">online</a> or <a href="https://storelocator.asda.com/#!/" target="_blank">pop into your local store.</a></em></p>

All-American sweet treats to celebrate Independence Day

By ASDA Admin,3rd July 2018

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