Show off your patriotic pride with red, white, and blue recipes that are deceptively simple
The 4th of July is a day of parades, fireworks, and celebrating with friends and family. Make the holiday extra special by whipping up patriotic food like festive appetizers, snacks, and creative dessert ideas. From tasty dips to wow-worthy cookies and cakes, we’ve gathered red, white, and blue recipes to make your day next-level amazing. For the kids, check out these 4th of July crafts that’ll keep them busy while you prep.
Looking for other patriotic food ideas? Check out these 4th of July snacks!
Greek Yogurt Popsicles
Of all the sweet treats to serve on the 4th of July, these are light and delicious. They don’t take long and will cool off your crowd. Get the recipe from Erin Clarke at Well Plated.
Mixed Berry Muffins
These berry muffins are as cheerful as they are delicious. This red, white, and blue recipe from Women’s Weekly Food is so simple that you’ll be enjoying the 4th of July in no time.
Red, White, and Blue Pastries
Not only is this gorgeous treat perfect for patriotic holidays, but it is also delicious! Get the recipe from Jolly Tomato.
Red, White & Blueberry Almond Frozen Yogurt Bites
Perfect for a hot holiday, these adorable mini frozen yogurt bites have plenty of healthy fruit too. With no added sugar (just vanilla Greek yogurt), and a crunchy nut bottom, make a batch ahead of time and pull out right before the fireworks go off. Get this red, white, and blue recipe from Katie Kick over at Good Life Eats.
Red, White, and Blue Skillet S’mores
Ready for a s’mores recipe that will knock your patriotic socks off? This simple idea from 3 Scoops of Sugar, which is full of strawberries, bananas, and blueberries, will give a new twist to your s’more expectations! It’s extra festive and easy to pull off with your handy dandy skillet.
Red, White, and Blue Swirl Brownies
Give your store-bought dessert a patriotic twist with this simple idea from Sugarbowl Bakery. The hardest part will be only eating one.
Patriotic Push Pop Cake
For an adorable dessert that won’t require you to turn on the oven, you’ve got to make these push-pop cakes from Love from the Oven. With some store-bought pound cake and colorful frosting, this 4th of July recipe will come together in no time.
American Flag Cheese Plate
Get inspired by The Kitchen Prep to make a festive cheese plate for your holiday bash. It’s easy to customize to fit your family’s tastes and makes a delicious appetizer before your barbecued feast.
Patriotic White Chocolate Pretzels
Get the kiddos involved in making these fun chocolate-covered pretzels from Beyond the Chicken Coop. They’ll love decorating each one with a splash of sprinkles.
4th of July Cake
Now this is what we call a show-stopping red, white, and blue recipe! It is also served cold, which is perfect for a hot summer day. Get the recipe from Favorite Family Recipes.
Flag Parmesan Garlic Chip Dip
We’re obsessed with this dip idea from The Creative Bite—the cutest appetizer ever! Pair blue corn chips with a garlic parmesan dip and cherry tomatoes, and you’ve got a flag-inspired appetizer that your whole crew will love.
Patriotic Cake Cookies
These cookies from Tuxedo Cats and Coffee are everything we want from a patriotic dessert: easy, delicious, and pretty. They’re made using cake mix, so you don’t have to be a baking expert to pull off this one.
Vegan Watermelon Cake
Looking for a red, white, and blue recipe that’s vegan, low-calorie, gluten-free, and totally wow-worthy? You’re in luck because this watermelon cake fits the red, white, and blue recipe bill! Learn how to make your own at Abbey’s Kitchen.
Patriotic Pancake Stacks
Serve up the breakfast of champions with this perfect patriotic pancake idea. Think kid-sized pancake stacks, fresh berries, and a healthy dollop of whipped cream. Yum! Get the full scoop at Modern Parents Messy Kids.
Vanilla Cream Fruit Tart
We love how this fruit tart is equal parts sweet and creamy. (Psst! The crust uses coconut oil which adds an extra dose of delicious flavor.) Visit Homemade Food Junkie for the full recipe details.
Patriotic Mocktail
We're awarding major points to this drink for having a patriotic presentation AND being completely kid-friendly. Now that's something we can all toast to! Get the whole how-to at The Merry Thought.
Brownie Flag
This sweet, red, white, and blue recipe couldn't be easier (hint: the prep time is only 15 minutes!). You can even make the brownies from a store-bought mix. Get the full lowdown on this jaw-dropping idea at Spicy Southern Kitchen.
Cheesecake Popsicles
Give the traditional popsicle a patriotic makeover! This idea has granita-like fruit layers and a rich cheesecake center you won't be able to resist. For the full rundown, visit The Midnight Baker.
Watermelon Star Bites
Do as we say: put down the melon baller. These star bites burst with flavor and will be a hit at your BBQ. Bonus: it's easy to get your kids involved in making this treat. Hop on over to Weelicious for easy instructions.
Flag Candy-Coated Pretzels
These treats are a little salty, a little sweet, and great to munch on between backyard games. We dare you to stop at one. Thanks to Poca Cosa for sharing these awesome patriotic treats.
Red, White, and Blueberry Salad
Give your standard caprese salad a blueberry upgrade. Remember: if you're short on time before your big BBQ you can always prep the ingredients in advance. Get the full red, white, and blue recipe over at Shared Appetite.
Kettle Corn
Major props to Food Pusher for this easy patriotic kettle corn. Simply pop your popcorn like you normally would and add food coloring. Voila! You've got yourself a bag of red, white, and blue bite-sized treats.
Watermelon and Blueberry Salad with Feta
This refreshing salad only takes 15 minutes to make but the result is totally memorable. The full recipe can be found at Wholesomelicious.
Independence Punch
Summer games can build up quite a thirst! This patriotic punch uses cranberry juice, your favorite blue-colored sports drink, sparkling water (or a diet clear soda), and ice. Check out the red, white, and blue recipe (and quench everyone's thirst) at Big Bear's Wife.
Red, White, and Blue Trifles
Here’s the lowdown on this oh-so-pretty trifle: it’s got angel food cake squares, fresh blueberries and a fresh cherry sauce that’s easy to make. And if you want to top it all off with a dollop of freshly whipped cream? Well, we wouldn’t blame you at all. Boulder Locavore has the full trifle scoop, so click on over ASAP.
Red, White & Blue Potato Salad
Potato salad is pretty much a requirement at any summer holiday picnic, but why not give this classic dish a patriotic twist? With the help of some colorful spuds and a drizzle of olive oil, you can whip this up in no time. Get inspired to make your own over at Proud Italian Cook.
Fruit Sparklers
One of our fave summer fruits gets to be the "star" of the show with these fun patriotic sparklers! Leave it to Emily from One Lovely Life to come up with this fantastic way to serve fruit at your BBQ.
