These easy red, white, and blue desserts are fun to serve at holiday parties, and this list has something for everyone! From cupcakes to cookies, these recipes are sure to please all your guests!
Though homemade apple pie with vanilla ice cream is always a great summer dessert, sometimes you want something a little more festive. Each of these treats includes a simple recipe. We even have some no bake desserts.
Bookmark this list of patriotic dessert recipes so you don’t have to search for what to serve when when Memorial Day is coming up. You’ve got your list for Labor Day and 4th of July desserts, too. The only thing missing sparklers!
A couple of desserts along with appetizers and you’ve got a party started! I like to serve appys like this white bean dip, tomato tarts, or one of these crab meat recipes.
Follow the appetizers with a couple of these red, white and blue dessert recipes. They’re all perfect for Memorial Day, the Fourth of July, or Labor Day, but they make great desserts for a plain old summer July BBQ!
If you’re planning to serve cocktails, check out this delicious raspberry mojito recipe. We just made it recently and it’s so refreshing! We also have a list of 25 copper mug cocktails -always a big hit!
Have a Patriotic celebration recipe you’d like to share? Let me know!
Spectacular Patriotic Desserts
Patriotic Jello Parfait Recipe
With bright colors and summertime vibes, this Patriotic Jello Recipe is a must-have for a Memorial Day BBQ or Fourth of July party. It’s an easy recipe that looks amazing and tastes delicious.
Patriotic Jello Parfait Recipe
Patriotic S’mores Brownies
If you’ve never made homemade s’mores brownies, you are in for a heavenly treat! We've topped these with marshmallows and graham crackers. The whole family will love these brownies!
Patriotic S’mores Brownies
Ultimate Mixed Berry Scone Recipe
Everyone in your house will love this mixed berry scone recipe! Mixing the berries gives it such great flavor, and the colors are so pretty!
Mixed Berry Scone Recipe
Red, White & Blue Sugar Cookie Recipe
Nothing brightens up the table of a cookout or party like red, white and blue sugar cookies! Place these festive cookies with patriotic colors front and center and show your love for the USA!
Red, White & Blue Sugar Cookie Recipe
Red, White And Blue Cake Balls
Red, white, and blue patriotic sprinkles make these cake balls the perfect dessert for a 4th of July party! Super easy to make, these bite size desserts make a fun and delicious patriotic food for summer!
Red, White And Blue Cake Balls
4th of July Oreos
These red, white, and blue chocolate-coated Oreos are perfect for the 4th of July or any patriotic party! Get the easy recipe and cookie decorating tips on UrbanBlissLife.com.
4th of July Oreos
Flag Ice Cream Cake
This American flag ice cream cake couldn’t be easier! Ice cream sandwiches and whipped cream make up this no-bake Fourth of July dessert.
Flag Ice Cream Cake
Berry Patriotic Red White and Blue Trifle Recipe
This Berry Patriotic Brownie Trifle Recipe was just so good. Fresh blueberries and strawberries never tasted so good.
Red White and Blue Trifle Recipe
Blue Hawaiian Jello Shots
These blue jello shots topped with white whipped cream and a red cherry are the easiest red, white and blue treats ever!
Blue Hawaiian Jello Shots
Patriotic Fruit Cones
In just 15 minutes, make Patriotic Fruit Cones by layering berries and yogurt in chocolate-dipped waffle cones, then garnishing with sprinkles and a cookie “straw” for a festive 4th of July treat.
Patriotic Fruit Cones
4th of July Strawberries
These are super simple to make and everyone will enjoy them. I love finding simple recipes that are festive!
4th of July Strawberries
Red, White and Blue Fruit Plate
This Captain America Shield makes a great dessert for a Fourth of July cookout. You could even eat the fruit and roast the marshmallows!
Red, White and Blue Fruit Plate
Red White and Blue Cheesecake
Red White And Blue Cheesecake is a no bake cheesecake for two with fresh strawberries and blueberries. Made without Cool Whip!
Red White and Blue Cheesecake Cups
Knickerbocker Glory – An American-British sundae treat!
Knickerbocker glory is a fruit-filled ice cream sundae with syrups, served in a tall glass with whipped cream, and a cherry on top.
Knickerbocker Glory
Red White and Blue Cheesecake Salad for a Crowd
Red White and Blue Cheesecake Salad is the perfect fruity, no-bake dessert for summer. Make this 4th of July salad recipe- it’ll be a hit!
Red White and Blue Cheesecake Salad for a Crowd
Easy American Berry No-Bake Cheesecake Recipe
Need a surefire winner for the summer parties or patriotic holidays? Try this easy American Berry no-bake cheesecake Recipe with a creamy sweet & tart flavor.
Easy American Berry No-Bake Cheesecake Recipe
Star Spangled Rice Krispy Treats
I love making a festive dessert that’s a little patriotic but still delicious around the 4th. Just use your star cookie cutter to make these Rice Krispy treats!
Star Spangled Rice Krispy Treats
Red White & Blue Marble Cake
Perfect 4th of July dessert recipe! This red, white, and blue marble cake is a moist vanilla bundt cake with colored swirls throughout.
Red White & Blue Marble Cake
Red White and Blue Oreo Pops
These Red White and Blue Oreos are one of those short-cut dessert recipes that is perfect for the 4th of July. So easy to make and they look lovely on your holiday table! This is such a fun patriotic recipe.
Red White and Blue Oreo Pops
Patriotic Red, White, & Blue Poke Cake
For the best Patriotic dessert, bake this red, white, & blue poke cake. The moist white cake with Jell-O is so perfect for 4th of July & other holidays.
Patriotic Red, White, & Blue Poke Cake
Patriotic Layered Smoothie Recipe for the 4th of July
Aren’t these clever? I would have three pitchers to make small versions of these at a party. Watch the kids line up for these delicious layers of smoothie.
Patriotic Layered Smoothie
Chocolate Covered Pretzels Recipe
These Chocolate Covered Pretzels are the perfect combination of salty and sweet. A super affordable and fun treat that is so easy, kids can make them.
Patriotic Chocolate Covered Pretzels
Red, White and Blue Berry Tartlets Recipe
The perfect Red, White and Blue bite-sized pastry sweets! This Berry Tartlet recipe with fresh fruit is the best summer dessert for any Patriotic gathering.
Red, White and Blue Berry Tartlets Recipe
Patriotic Snow Cones Recipe
This patriotic snow cones recipe will cool you off! They’re fun dessert and easy to make with Kool-Aid packets – – and very inexpensive!
Patriotic Snow Cones Recipe
Patriotic Popcorn Balls Recipe
Celebrate the holiday with red, white and blue patriotic treats. This Popcorn Balls recipe is the perfect snack to add to the celebration. They’re fun and festive!
Patriotic Popcorn Balls Recipe
Fruity Frozen Greek Yogurt Pops
We love frozen treats and this recipe for Frozen Greek Yogurt Pops will not disappoint. When it comes to easy recipes, these fruit filled Popsicles are the perfect treat! This is also the perfect way to get the kids to eat a healthier snack.
Fruity Frozen Greek Yogurt Pops
Delicious Captain America Ice Cream Sandwiches
These delicious Captain America Ice Cream Sandwiches are perfect for a patriotic party or a super hero party.
Captain America Ice Cream Sandwiches
Fourth of July Milkshake in Patriotic Colors
A Fourth of July milkshake to celebrate America. The red, white, and blue milkshake has vanilla ice cream, milk, and food coloring.
Fourth of July Milkshake in Patriotic Colors
How to Make Captain America Shield Candy Apples
These candy apples are festive for a patriotic party or for a kid’s superhero birthday bash!
Captain America Shield Candy Apples
Kid-Friendly Patriotic Punch
I’m so excited to share this super fun patriotic punch with you today– perfect for your backyard holiday barbecues or pool parties this summer!!
Kid-Friendly Patriotic Punch
Patriotic Pretzel Bark
This pretzel bark is easy to make and great for a patriotic party treat!
Patriotic Pretzel Bark
Flag Marshmallow Pops for the 4th of July
American Flag Marshmallow Pops are a fun Patriotic Kids Dessert that are easy to make together! Learn how to make marshmallow pops for 4th of July!
Flag Marshmallow Pops for the 4th of July
Red White & Blue Patriotic Fruit Salad Recipe
This red, white, and blue patriotic fruit salad recipe looks impressive but is so simple and delicious to make. It’s a great way to make a statement!
Red White & Blue Patriotic Fruit Salad Recipe
4th of July Firecracker Jell-O Cups
These red, white and blue 4th of July Firecracker Jell-O Cups are the perfect patriotic dessert but will be the hit at any party.
4th of July Firecracker Jell-O Cups
Watermelon Cake for Canada Day & 4th of July
Check out this easy dessert, a watermelon cake with fresh strawberries, perfect for July 4th or Canada Day!!! This cake looks complicated, but just wait until you see how easy it is to make!
Watermelon Cake
How to Make Patriotic Whoopie Pies from Scratch
Whoopie pies are a traditional dessert that’s making a comeback. This patriotic whoopie pie recipe for your next gathering and will be the hit of the party.
How to Make Patriotic Whoopie Pies from Scratch
Firecracker Rice Krispie Treat Pops
Firecracker Rice Krispie Treat Pops are fun, festive, and perfect for your Fourth of July celebration! Perfect for kids and adults!
Firecracker Rice Krispie Treat Pops
Strawberry & Blueberry Napoleon Dessert Recipe
This Strawberry & Blueberry Napoleon with fresh berries is definitely an eat with your hands, face gets all messy kind of dessert! But, it’s just perfect that way!
Strawberry & Blueberry Napoleon Dessert Recipe
4th of July Marshmallow Pinwheels Recipe
4th of July Marshmallow Pinwheels are a sweet treat on a stick that kids will love! A simple, yet festive, holiday treat that looks great on your table.
4th of July Marshmallow Pinwheels Recipe
4th Of July Cupcakes
Make these 4th of July cupcakes for your Patriotic Party. You can make the cake with a box mix and a homemade vanilla buttercream frosting.
4th Of July Cupcakes
4th of July Cookies
4th of July Cookies: mini American Flag Fruit Pizzas. These red white and blue patriotic cookies are light, creamy, fresh, and beautiful! Let the kids help make these treats!
4th of July Cookies
Top Tips
Pick up some festive plates to serve these delicious desserts. This set has knives, forks, spoons, cups, and napkins, as well.
Decorate with streamers, banners, and flags. This set has a lot of festive decorations that are easy to hang.
Have games set up ahead of time. The most popular game we see at gatherings is corn hole, and this set is painted like American flags. So fun and it comes with 8 bean bags!
Everyone loves Slammo, too! We see people playing this game at the beach all the time.
Horseshoes are also always a hit, and super easy to store.
More Dessert Recipes We Think You’ll Like
Ghirardelli Chocolate Berries
Blueberry Galette
Biscoff Cheesecake (no bake!)
Let me know which of these easy red, white, and blue desserts is your favorite!
This post was first published on Food, Fun & Faraway Places on June 11, 2015 and has been updated for clarity.