19 red, white and blue desserts perfect for an all-American 4th of July

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Enjoy a spread of red, white, and blue treats that are as American as apple pie. In honor of this quintessential American holiday, here are 19 red, white, and blue desserts perfect for an all-American celebration.

Cake Mix Donuts

Chocolate cake mix donuts on a cooling rack with chocolate glaze and red, white and blue sprinkles.
Cake Mix Donuts. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

What’s not to love about these Cake Mix Donuts? They’re quick, incredibly easy to whip up, and can be decked out in patriotic colors with a simple glaze and sprinkles. They’re a fun, delicious, and festive addition to your 4th of July dessert line-up.
Get the Recipe: Cake Mix Donuts

Red, White and Blue Poke Cake

Poke cake with red and blue Koolaid topped with strawberries and blueberries.
Red, White and Blue Poke Cake. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Show your patriotic spirit with this striking Poke Cake! A fluffy vanilla cake is infused with red and blue Jello. Top it off with creamy frosting, and a clever arrangement of red and blue berries to create a stunning American flag design. It’s a delicious, crowd-pleasing centerpiece for your Independence Day celebrations!
Get the Recipe: 4th of July Jello Poke Cake

Sugar Cookie Bars

Red, white and blue sugar cookie bars cut into squares on a baking rack.
Sugar Cookie Bars. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

These Sugar Cookie Bars are a surefire hit for your 4th of July festivities! They are easy to make, wonderfully soft, and topped with a thick cream cheese frosting and a mix of red and blue sprinkles. They’re a patriotic, crowd-pleasing dessert.
Get the Recipe: Sugar Cookie Bars

Patriotic Air Fryer Pizookie

Side view of an air fryer pizookie on a white platter with red, white and blue baking chips.
Air Fryer Pizookie. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Behold the wonder of this red, white, and blue Pizookie, all crispy on the outside, gooey on the inside, and patriotically adorned with red, white and blue baking chips. Cooked up in the air fryer for convenience and speed, this cookie pie is a surefire hit!
Get the Recipe: Patriotic Air Fryer Pizookie

No Bake Cheesecake Parfaits

Cheesecake parfaits in shot glasses with blueberries and strawberries for a red white and blue dessert.
Mini Cheesecake Parfaits. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Enjoy layers of creamy, cheesecake filling, crushed graham crackers, and a medley of vibrant strawberries and blueberries in these No Bake Cheesecake Parfaits. They’re portioned out into individual servings, making them a perfect treat for a 4th of July cookout!
Get the Recipe: No Bake Cheesecake Parfaits

Patriotic Rice Krispie Treats

Rice krispie treats cut into popsicle shapes and drizzled with red, white and blue chocolate.
Chocolate Covered Rice Krispie Treats. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

These aren’t your everyday Rice Krispie treats! Coated in red, white and blue chocolate, they’re a playful and sweet way to celebrate the 4th of July.
Get the Recipe: Patriotic Rice Krispie Treats

Mini Pavlova

Mini pavlova filled with lemon curd and topped with berries.
Mini Pavlova. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Make a splash this Independence Day with a fluffy, meringue-based Pavlova topped with tangy lemon curd and a sprinkle of blueberries and raspberries. This light, airy dessert with its tangy-sweet flavors and patriotic color scheme is perfect for a hot summer’s day.
Get the Recipe: Mini Pavlova

Mini Lemon Bundt Cakes

Mini lemon bundt cakes on a cool rack drizzled with icing and topped with raspberries and blueberries.
Mini Lemon Bundt Cakes. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Add a touch of elegance to your holiday weekend celebration with these delightful Mini Lemon Bundt Cakes. The sweet-tart lemon flavor is beautifully complemented by a white glaze and a smattering of fresh blueberries and raspberries for that red, white, and blue effect.
Get the Recipe: Mini Lemon Bundt Cakes

Berry Topped Cream Cake

Norwegian cream cake topped with strawberries and blueberries.
Berry Topped Cream Cake. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

This delicious cream cake features layers of soft sponge cake, fresh whipped cream, and a colorful medley of strawberries and blueberries for that patriotic red, white, and blue touch.
Get the Recipe: Berry Topped Cream Cake

Red, White and Blue Smoothie

Glass with layered red, white and blue smoothie on a table.
Red, White and Blue Smoothie. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Start 4th of July off right with this healthy, refreshing and patriotic smoothie! Layered with vibrant red, white and blue, it’s a festive way to enjoy some natural sweetness. It’s a snap to blend up and it’s perfect for a hot, sunny day!
Get the Recipe: Red, White and Blue Smoothie

Air Fryer Donuts

Air fryer donuts with chocolate glaze and patriotic sprinkles.
Air Fryer Donuts. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Sweeten up your July 4th holiday with these light and fluffy donuts made in the air fryer. Top them with patriotic sprinkles for an extra festive touch. They’re quick, easy, and absolutely irresistible!
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Donuts

Red, White And Blue Mini Cheesecakes

Red, white and blue mini cheesecakes decorated with strawberries on a white plate.
Red, White And Blue Mini Cheesecakes. Photo credit: Thriving In Parenting.

These no-bake red, white and blue mini cheesecakes are perfect for your 4th of July party. An easy recipe that will take your less than half an hour. Just mix, chill and enjoy!
Get the Recipe: Red, White And Blue Mini Cheesecakes

Red, White and Blue Thumbprint Cookies

Red, white and blue sprinkled thumbprint cookies with icing.
Red, White and Blue Thumbprint Cookies. Photo Credit: One Hot Oven

These tasty Red, White & Blue Thumbprint Cookies are all dressed up with the prettiest patriotic colored sprinkles and icing for a festive celebration.
Get the Recipe: Red, White and Blue Thumbprint Cookies

Red, White, and Blue Strawberries

Red strawberrries coated with white chocolate with blue sprinkles on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Red, White, and Blue Strawberries. Photo credit: Little House Big Alaska .

Red White and Blue Strawberries are a fun and simple patriotic dessert to make for July 4th. Featuring fresh seasonal strawberries, white chocolate, and blue jimmies, the berries are a crowd pleaser!
Get the Recipe: Red, White, and Blue Strawberries

Patriotic Sugar Cookies

Red, white and blue sugar cookies stacked on a white plate.
Patriotic Sugar Cookies. Photo Credit: One Hot Oven

Celebrate with these soft and chewy red, white, and blue Sugar Cookies for a colorful patriotic dessert. We added a sweet creamy frosting to these bars and topped them with colorful sprinkles.
Get the Recipe: Patriotic Sugar Cookies

Red, White and Blue Ice Cream Sundaes

Red, white and blue ice cream sundaes with M and M's.
Red, White and Blue Ice Cream Sundaes. Photo Credit: One Hot Oven

Celebrate our patriotic holidays and make no-churn ice cream for Red, White, & Blue Ice Cream Sundaes. This festive dessert is sure to be hit with kids!
Get the Recipe: Red, White and Blue Ice Cream Sundaes

Prosecco Popsicles

Prosecco popsicles with strawberries and blueberries on a white ceramic tray next to bowls of fresh berries.
Prosecco Popsicles. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Boozy and patriotic Prosecco Popsicles are the cutest way to show your colors for the July 4 holiday! Berries and frozen bubbly make for a darling red, white and blue treat you can enjoy anytime this summer.
Get the Recipe: Prosecco Popsicles

Chia Overnight Oats

A glass with chia overnight oats garnished with strawberries and blueberries.
Chia Overnight Oats. Photo credit: The Honour System.

Enjoy a healthy 4th of July themed dessert with this creamy recipe for Chia Overnight Oats garnished with red and blue berries.
Get the Recipe: Chia Overnight Oats

Easy Fourth of July M&M Bars

M&M sugar cookie bars cut into squares.
M&M Sugar Cookie Bars. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Nothing is better than chocolate chips and crunchy M&Ms baked into these soft, chewy Fourth of July Cookies, perfect for festive celebrations.
Get the Recipe: Easy Fourth of July M&M Bars

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