Celebrate America this year with the best spread of 4th of July desserts. Whether you’re hosting a barbecue or just hanging out with friends, these red, white, and blue recipes will make the holiday even sweeter! From creamy cheesecake to tasty cookies, we have a variety of easy treats that are sure to please everyone.
Why Make Dessert For July 4th
The 4th of July is a special day in the United States when we celebrate our country's independence. We love gathering with friends and family for picnics, barbecues, and outdoor parties. Food is one of the things that makes these get togethers so memorable.
As much as I love eating burgers and potato salad, I'm there for the desserts (and the fireworks). These 4th of July celebrations are when I can get creative and make fun patriotic desserts.
Firecracker cupcakes, red white and blue cheesecake, and 4th of July rice krispie treats have become favorites that everyone expects me to bring.
Tips for Fourth of July Desserts
To inspire you to make fun treats this year, we have gathered 20 of our favorite patriotic treats. You will be the star of the party when you show up with any of these sweet 4th of July dessert recipes.
- Keep Them Colorful - Red, white, and blue desserts are the perfect colors for your patriotic table. Nothing says the 4th like star sprinkles, red white & blue M&M's, or mixed berries in the shape of a flag!
- Make It Ahead of Time - We all know your plate is full on the 4th of July (pun intended), so you don't want to be spending time in the kitchen. These easy desserts can be made in advance, so you can enjoy all the fun.
- Have Fun and Be Creative - Now is the time for over the top desserts. Cupcakes that look like fire crackers or dessert pizzas will wow the crowd almost as much as the firework displays!
Grab your sprinkles, candies, and fresh berries and have some fun making a few of these red, white, and blue desserts.
4th of July Desserts
22 easy Fourth of July Desserts for your celebrations. From cookies and cakes to parfaits and pies. Enjoy these patriotic desserts for your BBQ.
Fourth of July Cupcakes
Do you want to show up at summer parties with the BEST 4th of July Cupcakes? Make a BANG and bring these Firecracker Cupcakes. These red white and blue fireworks cupcakes are a delicious way to enjoy "fireworks".
Marshmallow Firecracker Pops Recipe
Make these Marshmallow Firecracker Pops for your Fourth of July picnics and parties this summer. Easy chocolate covered marshmallows are such a fun party favor for kids of all ages.
Red White and Blue Cheesecake Bars Recipe
Swirls of colors make these Red White and Blue Cheesecake Bars a fun dessert to share at holiday BBW's. This super simple red, white, and blue dessert is sure to brighten your Memorial Day and 4th of July picnics.
Patriotic Chocolate Chip Cookie Pie
A Patriotic Chocolate Chip Cookie Pie decorated with swirls of frosting and red, white, and blue sprinkles will make everyone smile at your Fourth of July picnics.
Berry Fruit Pizza
This Berry Fruit Pizza recipe has a sugar cookie crust and is loaded with beautiful berries!
Red White and Blue Parfaits Recipe
These Red White and Blue Parfaits have layers of cookies and fruit making them the perfect dessert to share at 4th of July parties and picnics.
4th of July Rice Krispie Treats Recipe
These easy 4th of July Rice Krispie Treats are cut into a fun star shape and decorated with red, white, and blue M&M's. Be the star of every picnic when you show up at summer picnics with a pan of these easy no bake treats.
4th of July Fireworks Cookies Recipe
Add a plate of these fun colored Fireworks Cookies and Cream Cookies to your holiday plans. Sprinkles and red, white, and blue M&M's will make these soft and puffy 4th of July cookies disappear in a hurry.
Lemon Cream Cheese Pie
This easy Lemon Cream Cheese Pie has layers of no bake cheesecake, lemon pudding, and fresh berries. A creamy lemon pie with fruit is so refreshing on hot summer days. It's the perfect dessert for 4th of July picnics too.
White Chocolate Berry Pudding Cake Recipe
Pockets of pudding and fresh berries make this easy White Chocolate Berry Pudding Cake a delicious and sweet treat. It's the perfect dessert for a picnic or party on a hot summer day!
Berry Trifle Recipe
An Oatmeal Creme Pie Berry Trifle is great for serving at picnics, barbecues, or parties this summer. Layers of cookies, marshmallow cheesecake, and fresh berries makes an impressive no bake dessert.
Vanilla Cherry Pie Cupcakes
These easy Vanilla Cherry Pie Cupcakes are a delicious treat for summer. A homemade cupcake with a cherry center will make every one smile!
Patriotic Glazed Funfetti Donuts
These fun Patriotic Glazed Funfetti Donuts will brighten any morning. The swirls of red, white, and blue and lots of sprinkles will make anyone smile first thing in the morning.
Red White and Blue Bundt Cake
This Red White and Blue Bundt Cake is a fun and colorful Fourth of July cake that you can be proud to share at any picnic or barbecue this summer.
Lemon Fluff
Get ready for a taste of summer with our Lemon Fluff! This easy-to-make, fluff salad is bursting with lemon flavor and fresh strawberries. It's the perfect side dish to bring to summer picnics and parties.
Easy Blueberry Pie Recipe
Enjoy an Easy Blueberry Pie made with homemade blueberry pie filling and a flakey golden crust. This classic dessert is easy to make and your family will love it all year long.
Lemon Fruit Parfait Recipe
A Lemon Fruit Parfait is an easy treat to bring to summer cookouts or barbecues. Layers of snack cakes, lemon mousse, and fresh berries make each no bake dessert cup so fruity and delicious.
Lemon Mousse Dessert Cups
These Lemon Mousse Dessert Cups are an easy and fun fresh treat to serve for parties or picnics. Lemon, fruit, and cinnamon is a great summer combo.
S’mores Popcorn
This sweet and salty S'mores Popcorn is loaded with Golden Grahams, marshmallows, and chocolate chunks. Easy snack mix to munch on during movies!
FAQs
Most of these desserts are easy to make 1-2 days before your big celebration. Just make sure you store them properly to keep them looking and tasting fresh.
Choose the right sized container for the dessert you are transporting. Keep desserts from moving around or getting smashed by using cardboard circles or cupcake liners. Place the container on a flat surface in the car and secure it, so it doesn't move around. If your dessert is perishable, place it in a cooler with ice.
Keep desserts in coolers or inside until you are ready to serve them. When you are ready for dessert, make sure the dessert table is in the shade. This will keep the food from melting faster and the guests cooler as they fill their plates.
To keep desserts from melting or going bad, keep them chilled. Fill large containers or foil pans with ice cubes or dry ice and place your perishable desserts right on top.
If you are looking for more Fourth of July recipes or need some side dish ideas to bring, we have plenty of ideas. Have a wonderful time with your family and friends.
Carrie @Frugal Foodie Mama
These are all perfect desserts for the 4th! The hard part will be choosing which one to make, lol! 😉
Hayley @ The Domestic Rebel
What a great roundup! It's getting me in the spirit 🙂
Joanne
So many yummy desserts! Thank you for sharing your list.
Emily @ Life on Food
I am all about red, white and blue for the 4th. I love this round up.
Erin @ Miss Scrambled Egg
Jocelyn - I need to start baking for the weekend! We have two parties to attend and I probably should bring some sort of dessert to both. Thank you for sharing this great list of desserts. I can't wait to try them out.
Betsy | JavaCupcake.com
What a fun round up! I adore the wooden spoons in the pic with the parfait. SO CUTE! They add a festive touch to the dessert!