Celebrate Independence Day with a bang by trying out our collection of recipes 4th of July. These patriotic dishes are perfect for gathering friends and family together for a festive and delicious celebration. From BBQ favorites to sweet treats, these recipes will make your holiday extra special.
4th of July Recipes
Our 4th of July recipes are not just about the flavors but also about the colors! Incorporating red, white, and blue ingredients, these dishes add a fun and festive touch to your holiday spread. Get ready to impress your guests with these visually appealing and tasty recipes.
Dietary Preferences and Occasions:
Whether you’re hosting a backyard BBQ, a picnic in the park, or a potluck party, our 4th of July recipes cater to a variety of dietary preferences. From vegetarian options to gluten-free alternatives, these recipes ensure that everyone can enjoy the celebration with a wide range of delicious dishes.
Tips and Tricks:
- Use fruits like strawberries, blueberries, and whipped cream to create a patriotic dessert flag.
- Incorporate colorful vegetables like tomatoes, blue potatoes, and cauliflower into salads and sides for a festive touch.
- Grill red and white meats or veggies for a patriotic BBQ platter that’s both flavorful and visually appealing.
White Chocolate Covered Oreos
White Chocolate Covered Oreos are a tasty and fun treat! You simply dip Oreo cookies in smooth white chocolate and decorate them with colorful sprinkles. They’re perfect for any celebration and easy to make with kids.
Ingredients:
- 14 Oreos
- 24 oz white chocolate, chopped
- ½ cup red melting candies
- ½ cup blue melting candies
- ¼ cup red, white, and blue sprinkles
Time Required:
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Chill Time: 20 mins
- Total Time: 30 mins
Patriotic Sprinkle Cookies
Patriotic Sprinkle Cookies are perfect for 4th of July! They’re soft, chewy, and filled with red, white, and blue sprinkles. Easy to make with no chill time needed, these festive cookies come together in under 30 minutes. Perfect for any patriotic celebration!
Ingredients:
- All-purpose flour
- Baking soda
- Baking powder
- Butter
- Granulated sugar
- Eggs
- Vanilla extract
- Salt
- Red, white, and blue sprinkles
Time Required:
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 11 mins
- Total Time: 21 mins
4th of July Donut Cookies
4th of July Donut Cookies are a delightful treat for the holiday! With a crispy edge and soft center, they’re fun to decorate with red, white, and blue icing and sprinkles. These cookies are easy to make and sure to be a hit at your celebration.
Ingredients:
- Butter
- Sugar
- Egg
- Vanilla
- Flour
- Salt
- Warm Water
- Meringue Powder
- Powdered Sugar
- Karo Syrup
- Red & Blue Food Coloring
- Red, White, and Blue Sprinkles
Time Required:
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 12 mins
- Decorating Time: 20 mins
- Total Time: 47 mins
Patriotic Sour Cream Sugar Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting
Patriotic Sour Cream Sugar Cookies with Cream Cheese Frosting are perfect for 4th of July! These cookies are soft and sweet, topped with colorful red, white, and blue frosting. Kids will have fun making and decorating these treats.
Ingredients:
Cookies:
- 2 cups sugar
- 1 cup butter
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 5 cups flour
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 2 tsp baking soda
Frosting:
- 1/2 cup butter
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 1/4 cup milk
- Up to 5 cups powdered sugar
Time Required:
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 5 mins
- Decorating Time: 30 mins
- Total Time: 55 mins
Red White & Blue Chocolate-Dipped Sugar Wafers
Red White & Blue Chocolate-Dipped Sugar Wafers are perfect for a last-minute 4th of July treat! Simply dip sugar wafer cookies in melted white or milk chocolate, sprinkle them with red, white, and blue sprinkles, and let them set. Kids and adults alike will enjoy these festive bites!
Ingredients:
- Sugar wafer cookies
- White or milk chocolate melts
- Red, white, and blue sprinkles
Time Required:
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Set Time: Few minutes
4th of July Fruit Platter
The 4th of July Fruit Platter is a fun and easy treat that looks like an American flag! Arrange blueberries, strawberries, and white chocolate pretzels on a platter. It’s a hit with both kids and adults and makes a great party decoration before everyone enjoys it.
Ingredients:
- Strawberries (or watermelon)
- Blueberries
- White chocolate pretzels
Time Required:
- Prep Time: 10 mins
Patriotic Chocolate-Covered Strawberries
Patriotic Chocolate-Covered Strawberries are a fun and tasty treat for the 4th of July, Memorial Day, or Labor Day. Simply dip strawberries in melted blue candy melts, then add red, white, and blue star sprinkles. Kids will love helping with these!
Ingredients:
- Strawberries (rinsed and dried)
- Blue candy melts
- Red, white, and blue star sprinkles
Time Required:
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Set Time: Few minutes
Patriotic Popcorn
Patriotic Popcorn is a fun snack to make with your kids for the 4th of July. Just pour red and blue candy melts over popcorn and add star sprinkles. It’s a yummy treat to munch on while waiting for the fireworks to start!
Ingredients:
- 4 cups popped popcorn
- 1/2 cup blue candy melts
- 1/2 cup red candy melts
- Red and blue sprinkles
Time Required:
- Total Time: 6 mins
Red White and Blue Cheesecake Bars
Red, White, and Blue Cheesecake Bars are a fun treat for Memorial Day and the 4th of July. With a swirl of colors and a crunchy Oreo crust, these bars are tasty and festive. Kids and adults will love them at any cookout!
Ingredients:
- Oreo cookies
- Butter
- Cream cheese
- Sugar
- Vanilla extract
- Sour cream
- Flour
- Eggs
- Red and blue gel food coloring
Time Required:
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Chill Time: 4-6 hours
Easy & Festive 4th of July Cookies
These Easy & Festive 4th of July Cookies are perfect for any celebration! Using just a cake mix and a few extra ingredients, you can whip them up in under 30 minutes. They’re not only colorful with red, white, and blue, but they taste amazing too!
Ingredients:
- Cake mix
- Eggs
- Oil
- Red and blue food coloring
Time Required:
- Total Time: 30 mins
Red White & Blue Chocolate-Dipped Sugar Wafers
Make these fun and easy Red, White & Blue Chocolate-Dipped Sugar Wafers for your 4th of July celebration! Simply dip sugar wafers in melted chocolate and sprinkle with festive colors. Kids and grown-ups will both love them!
Ingredients:
- Sugar wafer cookies
- White or milk chocolate candy melts
- Red, white, and blue sprinkles
Time Required:
- Total Time: 15 mins
Cherry Pie
Cherry Pie is both easy and delightful! Whether you use fresh or canned cherries, you can enjoy this delicious treat all year round. The sweet, homemade filling inside a flaky pie crust will leave everyone asking for more.
Ingredients:
- 1.5 lbs fresh cherries or 3 cans of sour cherries
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/3 cup cornstarch
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- Homemade pie crust (for top and bottom)
- 1 large egg white
- Granulated sugar (for sprinkling)
Time Required:
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 45 mins
- Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins
