Have some colorful make-ahead July 4th desserts this Independence Day! After all, the best part of July 4th is eating food that’s red, white & blue. And the fireworks. Those are fun, too.
Our first one is a dessert/appetizer Firecracker Popcorn. I can eat loads of this!
Prep your fruit ahead of time to assemble these simple Brownie Fruit Kebabs.
These Red White and Blue Funfetti Sandwich Cookies are fun for both kids and adults. No wonder they call it funfetti. (That was lame. I’m sorry but I couldn’t help it.)
There can never be enough cookies in life, especially ones covered in frosting like these Red White and Blue Icebox Cookies.
Impress your guests with easy & sophisticated Red White and Blue Parfaits. I think strawberries and blueberries are the official sponsors of July 4th.
The kids will love these make Patriotic Cones! Fill them with vanilla & strawberry ice cream, and top with more sprinkles!
Last but not least, what better way to cool off than with this decadent Red Velvet Ice Cream Cake?
Which of these July 4th desserts will YOU be making? I think I’ll make some cookies. Or something with ice cream. Argh, I can’t decide!
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What a great collection! Those brownie kebabs are calling my name! Thanks for including my recipe. Sharing…
Thanks for sharing, Marion! And for your Red, White & Blue Parfaits
Great list Mary! This will be our first 4th of July celebration in 5 years: we’re finally moving back to the USA after living in Europe! I can’t wait, and I’m going all out!! Definitely adding a few of these to my feast
Awesome, Amy! Welcome back to the states! Hope you all enjoy these recipes 😀
These list is fantastic! Sharing on social media for any last minute party planners! 😉
Thanks Megan! Some of these are so easy too – so they’re perfect for the last minute planners!
Brownie Fruit Kabobs?? Purely Brilliant!! I love 4th of July desserts with their bright colors. Excellent list!
Thanks Kim – I know right! I think I’m more excited for July 4th this year than I ever have been!
Oh my gosh!! Seriously, I’d like one of each!!!! Can I come to your house for the 4th??
Haha you wouldn’t find all of these, though! I wish I had time to make them all!! I’ll end up picking just 1 or 2.