Let’s face it, coming up with delicious 4th of July recipes can be a little overwhelming. Well, look no further, I have compiled a list of some of the best red, white, and blue appetizers, salads, desserts, and beverages to serve this festive holiday season. These recipes are sure to wow your guests and get everyone feeling the patriotic spirit.
So lets dive into these colorful and delicious recipes and make this 4th of July one to remember.
The Best 4th of July Recipes

The Best 4th of July Desserts
The Best Angel Food Cake EVER from Life of Stacy
This is the best Angel Food Cake EVER! It’s incredibly light, airy, and delicious, making it the perfect dessert for your 4th of July celebration.

Firecracker Cake (Made With Cake Mix) from Kathryn’s Kitchen Blog
Firecracker Cake is a fun and festive dessert for the 4th of July or Memorial Day! Made with boxed cake mix and filled with red, white, and blue swirls, then topped with frosting and sprinkles.
Red, White, and Blue Popsicle from Love from the Oven
Firecracker Vanilla Cupcakes from Frugal Mom Eh!

Bomb Pop Cupcakes from Life Love Liz
4th of July M&M Brownies from Kathryn’s Kitchen Blog
These festive M&M Brownies are the perfect treat to celebrate the 4th of July! Made with boxed brownie mix, then topped with mini M&M’s. Everyone will love this chocolatey treat!

Red, White, and Blue Mini Pavlovas from Budget Delicious
Red, White, and Blue Cheesecake from A Mummy Too
4th of July Cookies from Simply Scrumptious

Cheesecake Phyllo Cups By Profusion Curry
Blueberry, Strawberry Parfait USA from Art of Natural Living

Patriotic Mini Cheesecakes from Kathryn’s Kitchen Blog
Patriotic Mini Cheesecakes make a delicious and fun addition to any 4th of July party or BBQ! A classic graham cracker crust is topped with red, white, and blue cheesecake layers- then topped with whipped cream and festive sprinkles. They are the perfect-sized dessert since they are made in a cupcake pan!
Red, White, and Blue Trifle from I Heart Eating
Red white and blue trifle is a delicious no-bake berry trifle made with fresh blueberries and strawberries, pudding mix, pound cake, and whipped cream. This seriously simple dessert takes just 7 ingredients and 15 minutes to put together.
Red, White, and Blue Bark from Love from the Oven
Frozen Greek Yogurt Breakfast Bark from Freezer Foodie
This red white and blue greek yogurt breakfast bark is the perfect patriotic breakfast food
Patriotic Funfetti Cookies from Rosemary & Maple
American Flage Snack Cakes from Dancing Through the Rain

Red White and Blue Cookies from Mimosas and Motherhood

Patriotic Red, White, and Blue Ice Cream Sandwiches from Mimosas and Motherhood

Grain Free Red White and Blue Berry Fruit Tart from What a Girl Eats

Patriotic Rice Krispie Treat Stars from 365 Days of Baking and More
These 4th of July Rice Krispie Treats are a red, white and blue spin on a classic childhood favorite. Chewy, sweet and colorful Patriotic Rice Krispie Treat Stars are a yummy dessert and just what you need to complete your 4th of July dessert table!

Red, White, and Blue Jello Shots from Keep Calm and Eat Ice Cream
These red white and blue jello shots are an easy and impressive treat for a patriotic party or BBQ. Make them boozy for adults or alcohol-free for kids.

Red, White, and Blue Blondies from An Edible Mosaic

Red, White, and Blue Jello with Cream from Simply Living Recipes
Looking for an easy Patriotic dessert? These red, white, and blue Jello cups are super easy to make and will please kids and adults.
Old Glory Fruit Pizza from Huckleberry Life
This Old Glory Fruit Pizza is the perfect dessert to wow your friends and family at your next Independence Day BBQ.
Patriotic Sprinkle Lollypops from One Simple Party
Best 4th of July Appetizers/Salads
Watermelon Blueberry Feta Stars From Aleka’s Get Together
Berry Fruit Salad from Kathryn’s Kitchen Blog
Berry Fruit Salad is made with fresh berries, a light, and refreshing honey lime poppy seed dressing, and topped with apple-shaped stars. This patriotic fruit salad is perfect for the Fourth of July, a summer BBQ, or breakfast!

Red, White, and Blue Patriotic Salad from Clan Kitchen
This red, white, and blue summer salad is the perfect patriotic food for summer cookouts or potlucks. With just a handful of fresh, warm-weather ingredients, this salad comes together in under 15 minutes and is garnished with fresh mint.
4th of July Popsicles
Red, White, and Blue Popsicles From Little Halo J
Red, White, and Blue Popsicles from An Edible Mosaic

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Adding a patristic flair to your 4th of July menu will really wow your guest. So fire up your grill, put on your chef’s hat and make this 4th of July one to remember.