One of the best things about summer is getting to celebrate Independence Day with friends and family. July 4th parties are filled with food, fun and laughter, but they aren’t complete without a spectacular, patriotic dessert!
Here are some delectable dessert ideas for your 4th of July celebration:
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These 4th of July cookies are not only easy to make, but they also taste AMAZING! Your family and friends will love them, and you’ll only need a handful of ingredients to make them. Win-win!
Sweet and crunchy Patriotic Trail Mix is filled with candy coated cereal mixed with mini marshmallows, licorice and M&Ms.
Patriotic Trail Mix is a perfect treat to snack on while watching fireworks with your family!
Who doesn’t love a Rice Krispie treat? Add a little icing and some sprinkles to create this wonderful red, white and blue confection…simple enough for even kids to do!
These patriotic Rice Krispie treats recipe will get you and the kiddos in the mood for a fun-filled holiday! We love them all year round actually, but today, we are dressing them up in red, white & blue! Everyone loves this recipe because these Rice Krispie treats are made in the microwave, and they STAY SOFT! Rice Krispies, marshmallows, and a dab of butter in a microwave safe bowl and you are on your way!
Show your patriotism with this Firecracker Cake! The red, white, and blue runs inside and out!! Nothing says “Happy 4th of July” like fireworks! This firecracker cake will add a perfect spark to your July 4th festivities!
NO BAKE SUMMER BERRY ICEBOX CAKE
Too hot for you to bake? Don’t despair! This cool confection will please the masses with fresh berries and cream!
The wonder of the No Bake Summer Berry Icebox Cake is that you layer graham crackers, cream cheese pudding mix and fresh berries to make a scrumptious, patriotic treat. Drizzle white chocolate over the top and stick it in the “icebox” (aka – the fridge). After a few hours, the crackers absorb the moisture from the fruit and pudding and develop a cake-like texture. You can have your cake without even baking!
Too hot for you to bake? Don’t despair! This cool confection will please the masses with fresh berries and cream!
STRAWBERRY BLUEBERRY YOGURT POPS
For a simple treat that is healthy and easy to serve, make these adorable little yogurt pops!
These Strawberry Blueberry Yogurt Pops are so perfect for summer and so easy to make. Using just three ingredients, they come together quickly and make a healthy and delicious treat for your Independence Day celebration!!
Serve one (or more) of these treats at your 4th of July celebration and you are sure to impress your guests!
Happy Independence Day!
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