These red white and blue desserts are as beautiful as they are delicious! The perfect sweet treats for a Memorial Day or 4th of July party!
20 Stunning Red White and Blue Desserts
The 4th of July is one of my favorite holidays of the year – and the festive patriotic treats are one of the main reasons! I just love red, white, and blue colored everything!
We’ve rounded up a GIANT collection of our favorite red white and blue desserts from the top food bloggers on the net. There are even a few of our family’s own traditional 4th of July dessert recipes here too!
Since there are SO many amazing red white and blue desserts here, we’ve divided them into categories for easier navigating. Click on the link next to the recipe name for full ingredients and directions to make them at home!
Our Favorite 4th of July Cake & Cupcakes
Red White and Blue Swirl Cupcakes – There’s no denying that these cupcakes are cute, but they’re super tasty, too!
Instant Pot Red White and Blue Cheesecake – If you’re craving cheesecake, this is the recipe for you!
Red White & Blue Jell-O Poke Cake – There’s a reason that everyone loves a good poke cake. They’re simple to make! This one is made with red and blue jello for vibrant color and flavor infused right into the cake.
Patriotic Red White & Blue Swirl Donuts – Start off the day with these homemade donuts, they’re swirled with red white and blue dough and topped with festive sprinkles.
Red White & Blue Swirl Bundt Cake (recipe on In The Kids Kitchen) – If you’re looking for a unique cake recipe, this is it! The colors are so bright and festive!
Red White & Blue Candy Treats
Red, White & Blue Swirl Fudge – Festive swirls and sprinkles make this easy fudge recipe a show-stopper! Only a few ingredients needed.
Red White & Blue Pretzels – Firecracker Pretzel Rods are red white and blue decorated pretzels that are the perfect festive treat for the 4th of July – they’re ridiculously easy to make too!
Festive America-Themed Cookies & Brownies
Red White & Blue Cherry Bomb Mini Brownie Cupcakes – Cupcakes and brownies combined? Sounds like the perfect dessert.
“Surfin’ USA” Patriotic Surfboard Cookies (recipe on In The Kids Kitchen) – These surfboard cookies are too cute to pass up!
Red White & Blue Cake Mix Cookies (recipe on In The Kids Kitchen) – When you can use a cake mix, you know it’s going to be good. Cake mix cookies are extra fluffy and the 4th of July M&Ms make these a festive treat!
Healthy Red White & Blue Desserts
Gluten-Free American Flag Fruit Pizza – Making a flag out of fruit is a fun family experience and it’s easy to assemble! A healthy treat for the holiday!
Red White & Blue Berry Parfait – These elegant fruit parfaits are layered with blueberries, red cherries, and white whipped cream for an elevated dessert.
American Flag Fruit Kabobs – An easy to make fruit tray shaped like an American Flag – kids and grown ups will both love this tasty and healthy treat!
Very Berry Chia Seed Pudding– Colorful, tasty, AND healthy, this Very Berry Chia Seed Pudding is the perfect patriotic summer treat!
Fan-Favorite 4th of July Jello Recipes
American Flag Buttercream Board – Skip the cake and make this frosting board instead! It looks amazing on the party table and is so much fun for dipping your favorite treats!
Red White & Blue Jello Ribbon Salad – This salad is certain to be the star of the show. Our family has made layered jello recipes for decades and they are always a favorite at potlucks!
Patriotic Pies & More
Patriotic Star Hand Pies – These hand pies are perfect for fitting on the go snacking! Cut into star shapes and filled with red and blue berry filling.
Red White & Blueberry Lemonade- This patriotic red white and blueberry lemonade punch is the perfect drink for your next summer gathering! Made with fresh berries, it’s as beautiful to look at as it is delicious to drink!
Patriotic Punch Mocktail– This red white and blue layered Patriotic Punch is the perfect family-friendly drink to celebrate Memorial Day! Only 3 ingredients needed!
Patriotic Electric Lemonade– Celebrate Memorial Day or the 4th of July in style with these fun and festive Red White & Blue Electric Lemonade Cocktails! This is a fun “grown up” drinkable dessert!
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Alexis Prieto says
Thanks for sharing my recipes! LOVE the post!
Sharon says
Nice desserts. My kids love desserts . I am sure they will like these.