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Looking for some red, white and blue dessert ideas for the 4th of July? Check out these patriotic recipes that are perfect for Independence Day. From red, white and blueberry pie to patriotic sugar cookies and even some healthy options, there’s something for everyone in this roundup of delicious desserts.
It’s that time of year again where we get to celebrate our freedom with grilled hot dogs, hamburgers and plenty of patriotism.
And what’s more patriotic than red, white and blue desserts?
I’ve gathered up some of the best recipes for you to try this Independence Day, so get your aprons on and let’s get cooking!
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Red, white and blue cakes
If you are planning to have a dessert table or just want to make a statement dessert, then one of these red, white and blue cake recipes might be just what you’re looking for.
1 | Flag poke cake
For a cake that is red, white and blue inside and out, try this poke cake recipe.
It is made with cake mix and white chocolate sauce. Then topped with whipped topping and berries to look like the American flag.
2 | Roasted berry poke cake
This poke cake recipe uses vanilla sheet cake as the base, and lets the juices of roasted berries create red and blue pops of color inside.
Topped with lemon buttercream and more berries, it is the ultimate summer dessert!
3 | Red, white and blue cake
This red, white and blue cake uses a box cake mix hack to deliver a WOW factor with cake slices that are all different.
It’s an easy but patriotic recipe for the 4th of July.
4 | Patriotic popcorn cake
If you want a fun dessert that is addicting and totally different, this popcorn cake might be the recipe for you.
It’s filled with red and blue M&Ms and gooey marshmallow which makes it perfect for a Fourth of July picnic.
5 | Easy patriotic bundt cake
Made with white cake mix, this patriotic cake recipe is super simple to do.
But the red, white and blue icing will definitely make a statement on your dessert table. Everyone will think you spent all day working on it.
6 | Berry pavlova cake
This berry pavlova cake is a combination of a crunchy and creamy dessert.
The meringue base is combined with berries and a creamy filling that is bursting with fresh summer flavors.
7 | Gluten-free almond flour cake with summer berries
This almond flour cake recipe is oil free, refined sugar free, and gluten free.
A hint of lemon, optional dairy free frosting and fresh berries create a tasty red, white and blue topping.
8 | Red, white and blue cake roll
This red, white and blue cake rollis filled with creamy vanilla frosting.
The perfect patriotic dessert for the 4th of July.
Patriotic cupcakes and tarts
Because they come in individual servings and usually make big batches, cupcakes are one of my favorite desserts to serve at any type of party.
So it should not be a surprise that I often have red, white and blue ones on my 4th of July dessert menu.
9 | Red, white and blue mini cheesecakes
These mini cheesecakes are always a big hit at my parties. They’re easy to make, easy to serve and taste delicious, so what’s not to love?
To make them look patriotic, top some of them with blueberry pie filling, some with cherry pie filling and and some with whipped cream. Then arrange them on a large plate to look like an American flag.
Get the recipe ->
10 | Patriotic layered mini cheesecakes
If you’re willing to do a little more work, then these layered red, white and blue mini cheesecakes might be just the thing.
They’re a fun patriotic dessert that is perfect for a smaller crowd.
11 | Red velvet cupcakes with berries
Red velvet cupcakes are another party favorite at my house.
Top them with cream cheese icing, and some blueberries and raspberries, and you have a delicious patriotic dessert that everyone loves. They never last long around here.
Get the recipe ->
12 | Firecracker cupcakes
These firecracker cupcakes are a super fun addition to your celebratory Fourth of July spread.
The festive colors will make the whole table pop.
13 | 4th of July white chocolate cupcakes
These white chocolate cupcakes are topped with red, white, and blue swirled buttercream frosting.
The perfect patriotic dessert for July 4th.
14 | Jam-filled jubilee cupcakes
These vanilla cupcakes are red, white and blue inside and out.
And the jam in the middle provides an extra surprise that will have your guests coming back for more.
15 | Patriotic Jello cupcakes
These red white and blue poke cupcakes are made with cake mix and Jello.
A super simple dessert that packs a patriotic punch!
16 | Berries & cheesecake phyllo cups
These sweet and creamy cheesecake phyllo cups made with fresh berries are the perfect summer dessert.
They’re easy to make and can be ready in just 10 minutes.
17 | Patriotic 4th of July cakesicles
These eye-catching red, white, and blue cakesicles are a delicious patriotic treat that combines cake encapsulated with a white chocolate coating.
And the individual portions are so easy to serve.
Get the recipe ->
Made with Jello
Jello is always a great dessert idea when you’re looking to use specific colors.
And it’s also light and refreshing, which makes it perfect for hot summer days.
18 | Cream and Jello cups
These red, white and blue Jello cups are the perfect patriotic dessert for a party.
They’re simple and inexpensive to make, and are prepared in individual servings that are easy to serve for a crowd.
And what would a summer celebration be without Jello?
19 | 4th of July layered Jello
Or you could go with a more traditional look, and make these red, white and blue jello cups.
This is another patriotic option that’s easy to make and everyone loves.
20 | Red, white and blue layered Jello jigglers
These red, white, and blue Jello jigglers take layered Jello to the next level.
They are colorful, fun to make, and oodles of fun to eat!
21 | Jello American flag
If you’re willing to put in a little more time, try making these Jello American flags.
They’re definitely a show stopper for your dessert table.
22 | Patriotic Jello eggs
One more way to serve Jello for the 4th of July, these red, white and blue Jello eggs are super easy and inexpensive to make.
You’ll have no problems making a lot of these if you need to.
No bake desserts
In the midst of the summer heat, you may not feel like sweating over a hot stove in the kitchen.
Which is where these no bake patriotic dessert recipes come in handy.
23 | Red, white and blue Jello no bake cheesecake
This easy and fluffy patriotic dessert has layers of no-bake cheesecake separated by layers of red and blue Jello.
A simple but effective way to celebrate the 4th of July.
24 | No bake mini cheesecakes
For a no-bake cheesecake that is easy to serve for a crowd, try this mini cheesecake recipe.
They are topped with strawberries and blueberries for a light and refreshing summer dessert.
25 | American flag icebox cake
This frozen cake is made with layers of graham crackers, pudding, Cool Whip and berries.
It’s an easy no-bake recipe that looks like an American flag and takes advantage of the delicious fresh strawberries and blueberries available this time of year.
26 | Old-fashioned no-bake berry icebox cake
For a slightly different version of icebox cake, try this one with layers of whipped mascarpone cream and classic honey graham crackers.
A pretty and delicious addition to your Independence Day menu.
27 | Patriotic star Rice Krispie treats
This red, white, and blue Rice Krispie Treats recipe is a festive, no-bake dessert that is perfect for 4th of July celebrations.
Easy to make ahead of time, these patriotic treats are ideal for gatherings and loved by all ages.
Get the recipe ->
28 | Red, white & blue layered Rice Krispie treats
For another rice krispie treat recipe, try this layered version that is a perfect make-ahead snack for your July 4th party.
Another fun and easy-to-serve dessert that isgreat for a cook out.
29 | Patriotic dipped marshmallows
Red, white, and blue dipped marshmallows make a festive dessert for a 4th of July picnic or BBQ.
And since there’s no baking involved, they’re an easy and fun way to get the kids involved with your party preparations.
30 | Fourth of July pretzels
These fourth of July patriotic pretzels that look like flags are an easy and fun red white and blue dessert.
Perfect for an outdoor picnic or cookout
31 | July 4th microwave fudge
This no-bake red, white & blue fudge is perfect for serving as a sweet treat or festive dessert at your 4th of July party.
Made with white chocolate in the microwave (no double boiler required!), it’s also really easy to make.
32 | Patriotic marshmallow pops
These patriotic marshmallow pops are a fun summer treat that the kids will love.
And they’re simple to serve as well – just “grab and go”.
Strawberry and blueberry recipes
Since strawberries and blueberries are usually in season around the 4th of July, it’s a great time of the year to take advantage of the fresh summer berries. And they just happen to go with the red, white and blue theme.
33 | Strawberry cheesecake bites
Berry cheesecake bites are another really easy berry-based dessert that you could whip up in no time.
They definitely have the red, white and blue color scheme. And who doesn’t love cheesecake and berries?
34 | Strawberry blueberry parfaits
For a slightly healthier dessert that still uses seasonal berries like strawberries and blueberries, try these yogurt parfaits.
They’re super easy to make and are light and refreshing on a hot summer day.
Get the recipe ->
35 | Mini strawberry shortcake bites
These mini strawberry shortcake bites are a semi-homemade treat with only 4 ingredients.
And since they’re already in individual portions, they’re super easy to serve.
36 | Red, white and blue fruit kabobs
Another red, white and blue dessert, these fruit kabobs use strawberries and blueberries along with some bananas to create a very simple and healthy patriotic dessert.
37 | Red, white and blue dipped strawberries
These red white and blue dipped strawberries are a play on the classic chocolate-dipped dessert.
But the patriotic colors will make them stand out on your Independence Day dessert table.
38 | Patriotic fruit skewers
This red, white and blue dessert uses a delicious mix of blueberries with mini marshmallows and watermelon slices cut into stars.
They look like patriotic shooting stars on a plate.
39 | Stars fruit kabobs
These fruit kabobs use many different types of fruit (some cut in the shape of stars) to make the perfect light and healthy summer dessert.
Great for a 4th of July cookout.
40 | Red, white and blue fruit salad
Or serve up all the fresh summer fruit in a salad.
And cut stars out of them to create a celebratory look.
41 | Watermelon pizza
Watermelon pizza is so easy to make with just a handful of ingredients.
You can throw this healthy summer snack together in minutes.
And it looks so pretty on a dessert table.
Frozen desserts
Since it’s almost always hot on the 4th of July, frozen desserts like popsicles and ice cream are kind of a given. Here are a few different ways you can serve them.
42 | Homemade bomb popsicles (without sugar)
These homemade bomb pops are made without sugar or high fructose corn syrup for a healthier version of the classic rocket pop recipe.
43 | Watermelon ice pops
Kids will love making their own cute and healthy treats with these watermelon ice pops.
With their star shape and patriotic colors, they look very patriotic, too!
44 | Red, white and blue yogurt popsicles
These patriotic yogurt popsicles look good, taste great and are (relatively) good for you.
Plus they make a nice cool treat when the weather is hot. And are sure to be a big hit with the kids!
45 | Fruit popsicles
This fruit popsicle recipe might just be the most fun way ever to serve fruit to your family!
A delicious combination of blueberries, watermelon, pears and homemade lemonade create a sweet frozen treat everyone is sure to love.
46 | Firecracker yogurt popsicles
These refreshing firecracker popsicles are made with creamy yogurt and pureed strawberries and blueberries.
So they’re a cool summer treat that’s also happens to be healthy.
47 | Red, white and blue no churn ice cream
This no churn ice cream recipe is the perfect patriotic dessert with no special equipment needed.
It’s a no churn vanilla ice cream that is colored with food coloring and frozen for a fun dessert.
48 | Red, white and blueberry sundae
This red white and blueberry sundae is served inside a watermelon!
It’s the perfect show stopper for a summer party.
49 | Red, white and blue ice cream cake
This ice cream cake recipe is a frozen treat that will be the star of your 4th of July celebration.
Show stopping, yet surprisingly easy to put together.
Trifles
Trifles are another favorite Independence Day dish. They combine berries with cake and whipped cream to create a light dessert that also goes well with the hot weather.
50 | Red velvet trifle
This red velvet trifle has layers of fresh strawberries and blueberries, moist red velvet cake, and creamy cheesecake pudding.
Top this patriotic trifle off with a couple dollops of whipped topping and cute little cake stars for an ultimate fresh summer dessert.
51 | Patriotic berry pound cake trifle
Dessert will never be the same after serving this stunning patriotic berry trifle. It’s made with pound cake, fresh berries and whipped cream to create a treat that is perfect for holidays like the 4th of July.
52 | Blueberry strawberry shortcake trifle
As the name suggests, this blueberry strawberry shortcake trifle mixes two classic recipes – the English trifle and the American strawberry shortcake.
Which creates a show stopping red, white and blue dessert that is sure to be a hit at your 4th of July celebration.
53 | Angel food cake berry trifle
Made with layer upon layer of angel food cake, summer berries, and a custard like filling, this trifle recipe is a cold dessert that is perfect for hot summer days.
54 | Berry mini trifles
These mini trifles are made with angel food cake, filled with fresh berries and then topped with fluffy whipped cream.
A light and delicious summer treat that’s so easy to serve for a crowd.
Mason jar desserts
If you’re doing your meal buffet style, at a picnic or BBQ, then having individually portioned desserts makes them much easier to serve.
Which is where mason jars come in handy.
55 | Mason jar berry trifle
Served in mason jars, this berry trifle is simple to make, and easy to serve.
Plus, it will look amazing on your summer dessert table.
56 | No-bake cheesecake with fruit in a jar
What makes a no-bake cheesecake even better? Serving it in a jar so you don’t have to slice it.
Adding strawberries and blueberries gives it a patriotic flair and adds some fruity flavors.
57 | Fourth of July cake in a jar
This fourth of July cake in a jar is a perfectly portioned, portable package of festive colors and cake crumbles, all layered with frosting and festive sprinkles.
Perfect for a picnic or cookout.
58 | Triple berry cheesecake milkshake
This indulgent triple berry cheesecake milkshake is sweet, creamy, and refreshing.
It’s a fun way to elevate vanilla ice cream into a patriotic dessert.
59 | Easy red white and blue trifles in a jar
4th of July desserts don’t get better than these easy red white and blue trifles in a jar.
Made with angel food cake, fresh blueberries and a fast homemade cherry sauce, they look and taste delicious.
60 | 4th of July Jello cups
These red, white and blue Jello cups are super easy to make and serve in a jar.
And the fun and festive colors make them party perfect!
Chocolate
I don’t think you can have a dessert list of any kind without a few chocolate options.
61 | Berry brownie pizza
Berry brownie pizza is a fudgy brownie topped with a cream cheese spread and fresh berries.
It’s the perfect patriotic dessert for the chocolate lovers in your crowd!
62 | M&M chocolate chip cheesecake bars
This recipe combines red, white and blue M&M’s with chocolate chips and cheesecake.
Need we say more? A totally decadent and patriotic dessert!
63 | Patriotic chocolate cookies
These patriotic cookies are the ultimate, soft-batch chocolate cookie recipe.
They’re filled with red, white & blue M&M candies, darkchocolate chips& chocolate chunks.
The chocolate lovers in your crowd will be in heaven!
4th of July cookies
Cookies are always a go-to dessert table option for me. They’re fun to make and to decorate. And they’re always a hit.
64 | Patriotic surfboard sugar cookies
These red, white and blue surfboard sugar cookies are a unique and super-cute treat for your 4th of July pool party.
How cute are they?
65 | Sugar cookie fruit pizza
Topping a large sugar cookie with fruit is another way to make a delicious summer dessert.
Using strawberries, raspberries and blueberries give it a patriotic look.
But you can also add other fruit, such as grapes and kiwi if you want to add some different flavors.
Get the recipe ->
66 | Red, white and blue whoopie pie recipe
These patriotic whoopie pies are cookies that taste like mini delicious cakes with a pillowy soft marshmallow center.
And the red, white and blue color will look beautiful on a patriotic dessert table.
67 | 4th of July fruit and sugar cookies
These 4th of July cookies are like mini American flag fruit pizzas.
They are a soft and chewy sugar cookie, topped with a light cream cheese frosting and decorated with strawberries, blueberries, raspberries and blackberries.
Delicious!
68 | Sour cream sugar cookies with cream cheese frosting
These patriotic sour cream sugar cookies are iced with cream cheese frosting.
The dough is perfect for star-shaped cookie cutters and the icing is easily dyed red, white, and blue.
69 | Patriotic white chocolate covered Oreos
For an easy cookie recipe that doesn’t require any baking, try these red, white and blue chocolate covered Oreos.
Simple and delicious!
70 | M&M oatmeal chocolate chip cookies
Celebrate Independence Day with these 4th of July cookies made with oatmeal, M&M’s and chocolate chips.
They use whole wheat flour so they’re even a little healthier than usual.
71 | Patriotic meringue cookies
These meringue cookies are light and airy and super easy to make.
They’re a festive, whimsical and fun dessert for your 4th of July celebration.
72 | Stars and stripes sugar cookie bars
These delicious stars and stripes sugar cookie bars are the easy way to make patriotic cookies.
Instead of multiple batches, make just one easy pan of these sugar cookie bars, and cut them into squares.
73 | American flag cookie bars
These easy cookie bars use blueberries, raspberries and an easy white vanilla frosting to make an American flag.
The homemade cookie base is part sugar cookie with a little bit of oatmeal for texture.
Patriotic pies
These patriotic pies are great for smaller get-togethers where you don’t need to serve a ton of people, but still want to make a statement.
74 | Skinny American flag pie
Blending the delicious flavors of blueberries and strawberries, this easy pie recipe will be your new favorite summer dessert.
And with the stars and stripes on top, it’s patriotic, too!
75 | Red, white and blue cream cheese pie
Celebrate America with this red, white and blue cream cheese pie that will bring out your patriotic side.
It’s all about the flag when you serve this dessert.
76 | 4th of July no bake pie
Or if you prefer a no-bake version, try this 4th of July dessert that has a pillowy lemon filling and a crunchy gingersnap crust.
77 | Grain free red, white and blueberry tart
This grain free red, white and blueberry tart is filled with a lemon curd filling and topped with fresh seasonal fruit.
A tasty addition to your 4th of July menu.
Alcoholic desserts
Last but not least are the alcoholic desserts. Perfect for the adult party-goers.
78 | Red, white and blue Jello shots
I’m never sure if Jello shots belong in the drink category or the dessert category.
But since these red, white and blue Jello shots are sweet, I’ve added them to the 4th of July dessert list.
Of course you could make them without the alcohol, and then they would definitely be a dessert!
Get the recipe ->
79 | Spiked snow cones
Who doesn’t have fond childhood memories of icy cold snow cones on hot summer days?
Well now there’s an adult version!
Making them in patriotic colors is the perfect addition to your 4th of July menu.
80 | Blueberry strawberry shortcake with Grand Marnier
These juicy blueberry-strawberry shortcakes are an iconic summer dessert with a twist.
The Grand Marnier gives the berry a bit of a kick and makes every bite taste like summer.
81 | Grown-up mixed berry shortcake
Blueberries and strawberries are simmered with red wine to make a beautiful, elevated sauce to top light and sweet angel food cake.
This red, white, and blue grown-up mixed berry shortcake is a perfect dessert for your next patriotic party.
There you have it. Our list of patriotic 4th of Julydesserts. With all of these options you are sure to find something that is perfect for your Independence Day party.
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Or browse all of our 4th of July recipes.
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This post was originally published on June 16, 2022 but was updated with new content on March 19, 2024.
