A s far as summer showstoppers go, few desserts capture the spirit of the Fourth of July quite like Ina Garten’s iconic Flag ...

I Made Ina Garten's Famous Flag Cake and It's So Much Easier Than It Looks originally appeared on Parade.

Easy to make and even easier to eat, you're going to want to keep a tube of almond paste in your pantry to ensure this cake is always within reach — it's timeless, seasonless, and utterly delicious.