Red, White & Blue Recipes for the 4th of July
When the 4th of July rolls around, everyone’s searching for fun Red, White, and Blue recipes—so I’ve rounded up my favorite patriotic foods that are perfect for a backyard bash, picnic, or just a simple gathering with family and friends. These finger foods are easy to make, great to sell, and fun to create with the kids!
WANT TO SAVE THIS FOR LATER?
We'll email it to you - along with our free printable party planner!
These recipes aren’t just for the 4th—they’re also great for Memorial Day. You’ll find appetizers, snacks, and treats that are great for making ahead or can make at the last minute!
4th of July Sparkler Fruit Skewers
These festive 4th of July Sparkler Fruit Skewers are a fun, healthy, and colorful treat made with juicy watermelon, golden melon, and fresh blueberries. Perfect for your summer celebrations, they’re easy to make and loved by kids and adults alike!
Firecracker Pretzel Rods
These Firecracker Pretzel Rods are the perfect mix of crunchy, sweet, and salty! With bright red, white, and blue coatings, they’re sure to add some spark to your holiday.
Red, White, and Blue Chocolate Bark
This Red, White, and Blue Chocolate Bark is a quick, festive, no-bake treat that’s perfect for celebrating the 4th of July! With just a few simple ingredients and a burst of patriotic color, it’s the easiest dessert to whip up for parties, BBQs, or a fun summer snack.
4th of July Fruit and Cheese Platter
This 4th of July Fruit and Cheese Platter is a festive and easy-to-make snack or appetizer that’s perfect for your holiday get-together. With just a few simple steps, you can create a patriotic centerpiece that’s as tasty as it is beautiful!
Independence Rice Krispie Treats
These festive Independence Rice Krispie Treats are perfectly sweet, crunchy, and easy to make, they’re an easy treat for patriotic celebrations or any occasion that calls for a little flair!
Red, White & Blue Trifles
These Red, White & Blue Trifles are an easy, no-bake 4th of July dessert to celebrate Independence Day. With layers of fluffy cake, sweet whipped cream, and fresh berries, they’re served in individual cups—perfect for a single-serve treat!
Patriotic Popcorn
This popcorn is a festive and crunchy treat that’s perfect for any celebration! Freshly popped popcorn is drizzled with vibrant red, white, and blue candy melts, then topped with M&Ms and star-shaped sprinkles for a sweet, colorful snack.
Patriotic Jell-O Shots
These festive Patriotic Jell-O Shots with vibrant layers of blue, white, and red, topped with whipped cream and sprinkles are boozy, colorful treats that are perfect for celebrating in style at any party!
Red Velvet 4th of July Brownies
These Red Velvet 4th of July Brownies are a patriotic dessert that are rich, fudgy, and bursting with red velvet flavor. Topped with a pop of red, white, and blue, they make the perfect treat for your Independence Day celebration.
Red, White, and Blue Charcuterie Cups
These Red, White, and Blue Charcuterie Cups are a fun, festive, and easy snack—perfect for 4th of July, Memorial Day, or any summer party! Packed with fruit, cheese, salami, and more. Ready in 15-minutes!
Red, White, and Blue Funfetti Dip
This Red, White, and Blue Funfetti Dip is a creamy, sweet treat packed with festive sprinkles. Made with just a few simple ingredients, it’s the perfect dip for cookies, graham crackers, or fruit. Easy to make ahead or whip up last minute.
Red, White, and Blue Cheesecake Bars
These Red, White, and Blue Blueberry Cheesecake Bars are rich, creamy, and an easy 4th of July dessert! It’s a bake dessert recipe that’s totally beginner-friendly, so don’t worry if you’re not a pro baker.
Red, White & Blue Saltine Bark
This Red, White, and Blue Saltine Bark is a sweet-and-salty treat! Made with saltines, toffee, white chocolate, and patriotic toppings—it’s easy, fun, and perfect for 4th of July parties.
4th of July Caramel Pretzel Sandwiches
These sweet and salty Caramel Dipped Pretzels are the perfect no-bake treat for your 4th of July celebration! They’re easy to make with kids and great for bake sale treats.
