23+ Easy 4th of July Desserts Ideas

 

These festive and easy 4th of July desserts are ideal for serving during a party or Fourth of July BBQ!

From traditional flag cakes to red, white, and blue cupcakes, and more, these 23+ delicious 4th of July treats are sure to impress a crowd!

So use this list of colorful dessert ideas to toast the United States of America as pleasantly as possible!

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Easy 4th of July Desserts Ideas

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1. Flag Cake

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This flag cake recipe is quite easy to prepare.

It was a hit at a 4th of July gathering where I served it.

I like how pretty it is.

 

2. Red, White, and Blue Fruit Salad (4th of July dessert)

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A festive and delightful blend of fruits drizzled with a honey citrus dressing makes this red, white, and blue fruit salad.

It’s the perfect patriotic holiday side dish or dessert!

 

3. Red White & Blue Strawberry Cheesecake Bites

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If you’re looking for quick desserts for Memorial Day or the Fourth of July, these Red, White, and Blue Strawberry Cheesecake Bites are ideal.

Simply cut strawberries in half, fill them with a delicious cheesecake mixture, and top with blueberries.

So simple!

 

4. Funfetti Cookies (4th of July dessert ideas)

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Funfetti Cookies are brightly colored cookies that both children and adults will enjoy!

Roll these simple cake mix cookies in nonpareils for a colorful texture boost.

 

5. 4th of July Rice Krispies Treats

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For the Fourth of July, rice Krispie treats in red, white, and blue is a popular no-bake dessert that is a lot of fun to eat!

Butterscotch cornflake cookies or no-bake strawberry shortcakes are my go-to desserts when I need to keep my kitchen cool.

 

6. 4th of July Cookies

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These 4th of July Cookies are ideal for bringing to a picnic or party!

They’re also adorable and tasty.

 

7. Watermelon Pizza Recipe with Cream Cheese Icing (sugar-free, low carb, gluten-free)

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This quick and easy watermelon pizza recipe with berries and cream cheese icing is ideal for a healthy summer dessert.

Ready in less than ten minutes!

 

8. Red, White & Blue Popsicles (4th of July dessert)

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With these patriotic ice pops, you can celebrate the colors red, white, and blue all summer long.

The secret ingredient is cranberry juice, lemonade, and a blue sports drink.

 

9. Red White and Blue Trifle

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This Red, White, and Blue Trifle is a delicious dessert any time of year, but with the addition of strawberries and blueberries, it becomes a patriotic 4th of July treat.

Both delicious and simple, it only takes about 30 minutes to put together!

 

10. Rocket Jello Shots (4th of July dessert ideas)

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Just in time for the Fourth of July, your favorite kid treat has been given an adult makeover.

 

11. American Flag Cake Ideas: Easy Cupcakes for the 4th of July

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You’re probably planning your menu or thinking about what you’ll bring to a potluck or picnic as the Fourth of July approaches.

American flag cake ideas are a festive and entertaining way to incorporate red, white, and blue into your dessert table.

 

12. Firecracker Cupcakes for the Fourth of July (4th of July desserts)

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These Fireworks Cupcakes are not only adorable but also simple to make.

The holidays might be stressful, but not with this dish.

Marshmallows, red chocolate coating, and black licorice are used to make the candy “fireworks” that protrude from the cupcakes.

 

13. Elegant Chocolate-Dipped Patriotic Oreos

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There’s no denying our passion for Oreo cookies, and these Patriotic White Chocolate Covered Oreos are a seasonal favorite.

Whether it’s for Memorial Day, the Fourth of July, or just because, we enjoy sharing a patriotic dessert.

Everyone enjoys seeing these Oreos wrapped in chocolate on the table since they are so simple to make.

 

14. 4th Of July Cake POPS: A Fun Red White and Blue Treat (4th of July desserts)

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The 4th of July can be celebrated in a tasty and patriotic way with these cake pops.

Cake mix, white chocolate frosting, and red, white, and blue sprinkles were the ingredients we used to make ours.

 

15. Patriotic Celebration Pretzels

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The simplest dessert you can create is these Patriotic Celebration Pretzels in the colors red, white, and blue.

Fit for ANY occasion! Sweet and salty in the ideal proportion!

Put this on your upcoming dessert table or give it away as a delectable party favor.

Sprinkles, candy melts, and pretzel rods are all you need (colors to fit your celebration).

 

16. American Flag Donuts (4th of July dessert ideas)

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A simple Fourth of July treat is these American flag donuts!

Turn baked vanilla donuts into a dessert, and celebrate the nation.

Make red, white, and blue doughnuts using candy melts!

 

17. American Flag Layer Cake

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This American Flag Layer Cake is the cake to serve when you want to go big!

With layers of red and white stripes and even a white star baked within, this incredibly tall cake imitates the American Flag on the interior.

It is ideal for Fourth of July festivities or barbecues because it feeds a large population.

 

18. No Bake Summer Berry Icebox Cake (4th of July desserts)

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Looking for a recipe for a quick and simple summer dessert?

Try the delectable Summer Berry Icebox Cake without baking!

 

19. Brownie Pizza

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The chocolate crust of this brownie pizza is topped with lots of fresh berries and cream cheese frosting.

A distinctive dessert pizza that is excellent for entertaining!

This dessert pizza is overflowing with brownies!

 

20. Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Flag Dip (4th of July desserts)

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This Fourth of July weekend, celebrate with this crazy Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Flag Dip!

The best dip ever is made from an edible chocolate chip cookie dough that has been filled with toffee chunks and peanut butter chips.

Decorated in red, white, and blue, this quick dessert dish is excellent for Memorial Day and Labor Day weekend as well!

 

21. Red, White, and Blue Pinwheel Icebox Cookies

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Red, White, and Blue Pinwheel Icebox Cookies make a delicious finish to your Fourth of July feast!

 

22. Red White and Blue Jello Shots Stars (4th of July desserts)

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Red, white, and blue-colored stained glass Jello is sliced into star shapes and given a patriotic makeover. A tasty and simple treat for your July 4th party!

 

23. Red White and Blue Jello Shots Stars

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The most entertaining and celebratory Fourth of July sweets are these American flag rice krispie treats!

It requires no cooking or baking at all and is created with pre-packaged (or handmade) rice krispie bars and red, white, and blue Airheads candies.

Better still? You may prepare this Rice Krispie treats for the Fourth of July days in advance as well.

 

24. Quick & Easy Patriotic Treats (4th of July desserts)

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With a little food coloring and an optional ribbon, you can customize these for pretty much any occasion.

Although you could use them for any holiday or party theme, these would be ideal for the Fourth of July!

 

 

Tell me, which one of these 4th of July desserts will you try first?

 

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