When we plan our Fourth of July menu, I turn to dessert first before figuring out everything else. It’s the star of the show, and the holiday gives me a chance to break out the red, white, and blue combo that doesn’t really make sense for the rest of the year. I’ve seen plenty of patriotic dessert disasters all over Pinterest. Skip the fussy fourth of July desserts in favor of these beautiful, but most importantly, easy-to-pull-off sweet treats.
These red, white, and blue options are packed with flavor and sure to impress and satisfy. Check these patriotic Fourth of July desserts out below:
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11 Fun Fourth of July Desserts
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Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberries
You had me at "cheesecake." These couldn't be easier or more delicious. See the recipe on Dessert Now Dinner Later.
photo: Dessert Now Dinner Later
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Red, White, and Blueberry Crumble
For the granola lover in all of us, here's a crumble filled to the brim with fruit. See it on Whole & Heavenly Oven.
photo: Whole & Heavenly Oven
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Traditional Pie
And of course, no July Fourth is complete without the good old-fashioned American pie. See this flag version on Sprinkled with Jules.
photo: Sprinkled with Jules
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Patriotic Fudge
This gluten-free snack doesn't skimp on the flavor. And it takes only two ingredients! See it on Peas & Peonies.
photo: Peas & Peonies
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Red, White, and Blue No-Bake Cheesecake Recipe
Mid summer is no time to turn on the oven. With an Oreo cookie crust and naturally sweet berries atop, the seasonal deliciousness makes this no-bake cheesecake an ideal dessert for any summertime party. Get the recipe at Momtastic.
photo: Momtastic
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Red, White, & Blue Macarons
Macarons are actually surprisingly easy to make at home. And this version salutes America in the sweetest way. See it on Baking a Moment.
photo: Baking a Moment
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Berry Angel Food Cake
It's not summer without the shortcake! This would work with a homemade OR store-bought cake. See it on Happy Food Dance.
photo: Happy Food Dance
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Chocolate Malt Cupcakes
This is a chocolate malt cupcake that is literally the cherry on top. See it on Pizzazzerie.
photo: Pizzazzerie
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Healthy & Hearty Donuts
Drizzled icing makes these guys patriotic and appropriate for all those Fourth of July barbecues. And they're baked! See the recipe on Delightful Mom Food.
photo: Delightful Mom Food
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Fruity Flag of Chocolate Marshmallows
Okay, these are simply chocolate-dipped marshmallows covered in delicious fruit. Anyone can pull this one off. See the recipe on Pine & Crave.
photo: Pine & Crave
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Strawberry Blueberry Rustic Tarts
These are great for individual servings. And they're oozing patriotism. See it on Peach & the Cobbler.
photo: Peach & the Cobbler
