Fourth of July Recipes: Red, White and Blue 4th of July Treats!

Celebrate the Fourth of July in style with delicious red, white, and blue treats and desserts!

The Fourth of July is a time to gather with friends and family, celebrate America, and enjoy some sweet treats.

If you’re planning to host a party or picnic, or even just need some fun ideas for your backyard BBQ, I have some ideas to add extra flair to your 4th of July desserts.

From patriotic popsicles to simple cookies, these festive red, white, and blue desserts will bring the colors of the USA to your party and leave your guests reaching for more.

Here are some of my favorite fun and family-friendly Fourth of July recipes and treats that are as delicious as they are easy to prepare!

Fourth of July desserts

4th of July snack mix. I love that you can swap out the red and blue M & Ms for other colors. This recipe can be adapted for any occasions. Plus it has Whoppers. YUM!

These Oreo truffles, red, white and blue Oreo balls, are a showstopper at any celebration.

With a simple blend of crushed Oreos and cream cheese, they’re transformed into creamy, bite-sized balls and dipped in vibrant red, white, and blue candy melts.

They’re incredibly easy to make, and the festive colors make them perfect for adding a pop of patriotism to your party table. You’ll love how they taste AND how quickly they disappear! They’re a classic holiday dessert easily adapted for the 4th of July.

Sugar cones are a playful twist on traditional desserts, and red, white and blue rainbow dipped sugar cones taste as fun as they look! These are such an easy treat to prepare ahead of time and can even double as a cute decoration.

Fill them up with your favorite ice cream flavors and have a lovely dessert between sparklers and the big fireworks show at the end of the night.

Parfaits are a cool and delicious treat for a holiday that falls in the middle of summer!

Red, white & blue parfaits are as delightful to look at as they are to eat. Creamy pudding layers topped with vibrant currants and blueberries, stacked in pretty glasses to show off patriotic colors.

They make a wonderful addition to any BBQ or picnic, and you can get creative with adding granola, whipped cream, or other toppings for extra flavor and texture. Kids love these treats, and they’re so easy to make for a Fourth of July dessert.

Pretzel Americana: this is a cute 4th of July twist on a party treat!

Take classic pretzels to the next level with a dip in white chocolate and red and blue candy melts. Embellish the blue ends with star-shaped sprinkles. Arrange the pretzels in rows to mimic the American flag, and you’ve got a stunningly impressive patriotic snack.

These sweet and salty treats are a hit at every party, and the design makes them as fun to make as they are to eat. It’s a 4th of July treat that really celebrates the spirit of Independence Day!

Fireworks Cookies. These 4th of July cookies are much easier than they look!

If you want a dessert that captures the excitement of the Fourth of July, these fireworks cookies are the way to go. With bright, bold swirls of red, white, and blue icing, these sugar cookies look like the colorful bursts lighting up the sky.

They’re fun to decorate with kids, and the soft, buttery cookies are the perfect balance to the bold icing. These 4th of July cookies are guaranteed to be a hit, and they make for great party favors too!

These red, white and blue 4th of July cookies are really Captain America cookies, but patriotic is patriotic, right?

For any Marvel fan, Captain America cookies are an easy win for the Fourth of July! Sugar cookies decorated with a shield design using royal icing in red, white, and blue. These superhero-inspired treats will have your guests feeling like they’re celebrating in true American style.

I love how they combine creativity with pop culture, making them a unique and fun addition to your 4th of July party food.

Star-Spangled Stained Glass Jello is a beautiful and delicious take on a jello dessert. This star-spangled stained glass version is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

The dessert is made by combining of red, white, and blue jello creating a vibrant stained-glass effect when cut into star shapes. It’s a fun and visually striking way to celebrate the 4th of July. I think the best part of the recipe is that you have to prepare it ahead of time. No waiting until the last minute to get this dessert company-ready!

This patriotic American fruit tray is a stunning and fresh option for your celebration. Layered with red strawberries, white yogurt pretzels, and blueberries, it’s a vibrant and delicious display that can be served as a snack or a side.

It looks impressive and I think it’s a great way to balance out all the indulgent 4th of July party food at our backyard BBQ or picnic. It’s simple, refreshing, and a fun seasonal display!

Mix up a batch of Rice Krispie treats and embellish them for the summer holiday!

Rice Krispie treats are my favorite dessert, probably because they make me nostalgic. But when you dip them in white chocolate and decorate with red, white, and blue sprinkles, they become the perfect patriotic snack for everyone.

The pops are fun to hold, and the kids always love them! Rice Krispies have a perfect crunch to complement their sweetness, making them an great addition to your 4th of July desserts.

A red, white and blue poke cake is a crowd favorite, with its vibrant red, white, and blue layers peeking through a fluffy, moist cake.

The poke cake concept lets you infuse flavors like strawberry and blueberry or blue raspberry into the cake, creating a delightful burst of flavor with every bite.

It’s easy to make in advance, and it looks so festive that it will surely be the centerpiece of your 4th of July desserts table. I love how colorful and cheerful this cake is—it’s the perfect way to add a festive touch to your celebration!

Just for fun, that’a what a red, white and blue poke cake looks like when it’s cut into slices.

Cannoli are a classic treat, and when you dip the ends in vibrant red, white, and blue sprinkles, they become the star of your 4th of July dessert table.

The crisp shell and creamy filling provide a delicious contrast, and the colorful sprinkles add the perfect patriotic touch. I like the idea of serving these as an elegant yet fun option for your celebration. I also love that you can buy the shells and just make the filling at home.

These fun treats are sure to have everyone coming back for more!

Crafting a patriotic dessert board is an easy task that ends up looking super impressive. Make sure you use mostly red berries and blueberries, and accent with piles of white marshmallows. Add sugar cookies decorated with red, white and blue sprinkles for more texture, and don’t forget the chocolate dip for a fun fondue.

Why pick one dessert when you can have a whole spread of goodies? A 4th of July dessert board is an eye-catching way to present an array of patriotic sweets, from cookies to parfaits to fruit. It’s a great way to give your guests options and keep the dessert table fresh and exciting throughout the party. I love how it brings the fun of a potluck dessert table but with a carefully curated twist of red, white, and blue flavors and textures.

Chocolate dipped strawberries get an American twist that looks like you spent hours on them! Use white and blue candy melts to layer on the sweet coating. Dip each one most of the way up in white candy melts, then let it set. Melt your blue candy melts and quickly dip part of the white chocolate-coated portion in blue. Keep in the refrigerator until they’re ready to serve.

These dipped strawberries create a sweet, patriotic treat that’s as visually stunning as it is delicious. The candy coating adds a beautiful crunch to the juicy, fresh strawberries, and the colors instantly give them a festive vibe. They’re easy to prepare and always disappear quickly at any gathering—plus, they make for a perfect snack in between all the delicious BBQ bites at your 4th of July party.

Make a big batch of rice krispy treats, divide into thirds and add a few drops of food dye to two of the portions. Pat each layer into a pan and let them set. Then, use a cookie cutter to make your star spangled rice krispie bars that are a perfect patriotic dessert.

Star-shaped Rice Krispie treats are a simple and cute addition to your Independence Day spread. They’re perfect for kids to enjoy and easy to prepare ahead of time. I love how they bring together both nostalgia and the spirit of the holiday in one sweet bite. These are perfect for your Fourth of July treats lineup!

Sprinkle granola into the bottom of a short glass. Tint vanilla pudding different colors and layer it into each glass for a festive treat. Top with patriotic sprinkles for an easy red, white and blue dessert.

Creamy, dreamy pudding parfaits are a perfect way to celebrate the 4th. A crunchy granola bottom, layered red, white and blue pudding, and a whipped cream topping offers both color and flavor in every bite. I’m a fan of how easy they are to assemble and how they never fail to impress at any gathering of family and friends enjoying 4th of July recipes!

Homemade popsicles are a breeze to make, and these red, white and blue favorites are no exception!

The trick to making popsicles like this: pour your bottom mixture in and freeze until solid. While it’s freezing, refrigerate the other two mixtures. Then add the two other colors, freezing in between. You’ll end up with perfectly layered colors to your ice pops.

Layered popsicles are the perfect way to cool down during your 4th of July celebration. The vibrant red, white, and blue layers look stunning, and they can be made with real fruit for a refreshing treat. I love how they’re not only delicious but also a great way to stay refreshed while watching fireworks. You’ll definitely feel the festive spirit with each frozen bite of these 4th of July treats!

Make classic cheesecake parfaits into a deliciously fresh 4th of July treat!

Sprinkle your crumbly graham cracker crust in the bottom of your parfait glass, then add in your no-bake cheesecake mixture. top with strawberries and blueberries, and add a glaze if you want a preserved look. The texture combination is wonderful! Start making these parfaits and your friends and family will ask you for them every year.

Not feeling like getting crafty in the kitchen on a holiday? You could always fill up an apothecary jar with red, white and blue gumballs and call it a day!

Do you have other ideas that show 4th of July spirit without keeping you tied to the kitchen?

Will you be making any fun, patriotic treats for the Fourth? I’d love to hear your Fourth of July recipes and ideas!

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