Celebrate Independence Day in sweet style with these 24 patriotic 4th of July dessert ideas—featuring red, white, and blue treats perfect for parties, BBQs, and fireworks fun!
Gina’s Round-Up Rundown:
Why I love it: What I love about these 4th of July desserts is how they’re not only festive and fun, but also easy to make and guaranteed to impress guests of all ages.
4th Of July Cookies
Soft and chewy cookies studded with red, white, and blue M&M’s, requiring no chill time. These festive treats are easy to make ahead and ideal for families.
Get the recipe: 4th Of July Cookies
4th Of July Jello Shots
Dark red gelatin shots decorated with red and blue berries add a fun and colorful addition to adult celebrations. Easy to prepare ahead of time, these boozy dessert shots are sure to be a party favorite.
Get the recipe: 4th Of July Jello shots
4th of July Krispie Treats
Classic Rice Krispies treats are transformed with red, white, and blue layers for a festive twist. Quick to make, they’re a fun activity for kids and adults.
Get the recipe: 4th Of July Krispie treats
4th of July Cake
This vibrant bundt cake features red, white, and blue sprinkles in its moist crumb, making it a festive centerpiece for Independence Day, Memorial Day, and 4th of July Day celebrations. Simple and pretty, it will make your guests ask for seconds.
Get the recipe: 4th of July Cake
4th of July Truffles
These bite-sized treats feature an Oreo chocolate center coated in white chocolate with red and blue sprinkles and drizzles. No baking required, making them a quick and festive dessert option.
Get the recipe: 4th of July Truffles
4th of July Cupcakes
Fluffy vanilla cupcakes topped with creamy frosting and patriotic decorations add a festive touch to your dessert table. Simple to prepare, they’re a hit with kids and adults alike.
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Red White and Blue Cake
Layers of red, white, and blue cake are stacked and frosted for a show-stopping dessert. White creamy frosting smothers the whole cake, and the sides are decorated with edible red, white, and blue sprinkles. A fantastic centerpiece.
Get the recipe: Red White and Blue Cake
Red White and Blue Popsicles
Layered fruit juices in patriotic colors are frozen into refreshing popsicles. A cool treat for hot July days. Kids absolutely love these frozen desserts.
Get the recipe: Red White Blue Popsicles
Red, White, and Blue Cupcakes
Vanilla cupcakes topped with swirls of red, white, and blue frosting make for a festive handheld dessert. They’re easy to make and enjoy. Perfect for family BBQ and potlucks.
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Red White & Blueberry Pie Bars
A buttery crust loaded with blueberries, sour cream, and raspberries and topped with a sweet drizzle creates a patriotic dessert bar. Simple to make for a crowd!
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Red, White & Blue Fudge
Raise your hand if you love good homemade fudge! This creamy fudge with dots of red and blue M&Ms offers a sweet and colorful treat. No baking required, making it an easy dessert option for a Fourth of July gathering.
Get the recipe: Red, White & Blue Fudge
Patriotic Pinwheel Cookies
Delicious red, white and blue pinwheel cookies coated in patriotic sprinkles – Patriotic Pinwheel Cookies are the perfect dessert for the 4th of July, Memorial Day or just to celebrate all things red, white, and blue.
Get the recipe: Patriotic Pinwheel Cookies
Pudding Shots
This red, white, and blue creamy cheese cake pudding is a fun adult treat with vodka. Quick to prepare, they’re a hit at parties and look fantastic!
Get the recipe: Pudding Shots
Patriotic Mini Cheesecakes
Individual cheesecakes with a graham cracker crust, topped with red and blue fruit. These bite-sized desserts are both adorable and delicious.
Get the recipe: Patriotic Mini Cheesecakes
Fourth of July Cupcakes
Skip the store-bought, pre-made treats this year and make your own Fourth of July Cupcakes! These red, white, and blue desserts are perfect for celebrating America’s birthday.
Get the recipe: Fourth of July Cupcakes
Patriotic M&M Cookie Bars
Soft and chewy bars packed with M&M’s and sprinkles in patriotic colors, these treats offer a delightful crunch in every bite. Easy to slice and serve, they’re great for parties.
Get the recipe: M&M Cookie Bars
Patriotic Cookie Dough Brownie Bars
Layers of fudgy brownie and edible cookie dough are topped with red, white, and blue M&Ms. This no-bake treat is rich and indulgent; you will have to make a bigger batch!
Get the recipe: Cookie Dough Brownie Bars
Patriotic Cake Batter Dip
A sweet and creamy dip infused with cake batter flavor, adorned with red, white, and blue sprinkles. Requiring only a few ingredients, it’s a hit at parties. Serve with your favorite plain cookies and wafers!
Get the recipe: Patriotic Cake Batter Dip
Patriotic Brownie Cookies
Combining the rich flavor of brownies with the convenience of cookies, these treats are dotted with red, white, and blue M&M candies and chocolate chips. Their chewy texture makes them a crowd-pleaser.
Get the recipe: Brownie Cookies
Patriotic Cake Mix Cookies
No time for baking a fancy dessert for the 4th of July? Use cake mix and make these red, white, and blue cookies in just 20 minutes. These cookies are soft, chewy, and use just 4 ingredients.
Get the recipe: Cake Mix Cookies
Patriotic Chocolate Chip Cookies
Traditional chocolate chip cookies get a festive makeover with red, white, and blue M&M’s. Their classic taste and colorful appearance make them a holiday favorite.
Get the recipe: Choco Chip Cookies
Patriotic Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie
A giant cookie baked in a skillet, loaded with chocolate chips and patriotic-colored candies. Perfect for sharing, it’s a warm and gooey one-pan dessert.
Get the recipe: Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie
Patriotic Parfaits
This Jello Jigglers Recipe is an easy dessert for all occasions. Prepare in any color to suit the holiday, like these for the 4th of July.
Get the recipe: Jello Jigglers Recipe
No-Bake Cheesecake Cups
No-Bake Cheesecake Cups are a quick dessert recipe perfect for any occasion. These ones are patriotic for the 4th of July! Definitely the BEST cheesecake in a jar- ever!
Get the recipe: No Bake Cheesecake Cups
No matter which sweet treat you choose, these festive desserts are sure to add a deliciously patriotic touch to your Independence Day celebration!
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