50+ Delicious 4th Of July Desserts You Should Make Right Now
The 4th of July, better known as the Independence Day, is undoubtedly one of the most important yearly events in the life of every proud American, and it should be celebrated accordingly – with a big and filling meal! If the turkey or chicken is ready and the mashed potatoes are in the oven, then it is time to move on to the dessert, but the question is: how do you choose the best 4th of July desserts and make sure that the treats appeal to everybody? Here is the answer!
19. Caramel Corn!
If you are a fan of popcorn, then this is the best Independence Day dessert idea for you! Popcorn and simple corn can be eaten in countless different ways, but if you are tired of the classic version that only features a bit of salt (and the sweet version with sugar sprinkled on top of the corn is not your cup of tea either), then you are in the right place. Check out this amazing patriotic corn dessert recipe and spread the word, maybe your neighbors will want to prepare it as well!
Recipe Instructions and Credit – afarmgirlsdabbles
20. Patriotic Cones!
The Independence Day is more than just a reason to gather with your friends and family and enjoy a large dinner – it is about remembering those who have fallen, fighting for our freedom and happiness. Although this may seem as a small and irrelevant detail, adding some patriotic elements to your dessert is always a great idea – and this dessert recipe will show you just that, so make sure to check it out!
Recipe Instructions and Credit – noblepig
21. Fireworks Cookies!
No 4th of July dinner would be complete without at least several fireworks that will add color, sound and joy to the entire holiday, but the question is: why limit yourself to the classic, traditional fireworks as we all know them, when you can actually make something much, much better than that? Ladies and gentlemen, here are is the ultimate recipe for the 4Th of July dessert – the fireworks cookies that will blow your mind and make you want more!
Recipe Instructions and Credit – bakeat350
22. Marshmallow Pops!
You do not need a special event or occasion to enjoy several tasty and well roasted marshmallows, and it seems that people only remember to roast marshmallows when they are out in the wilderness, enjoying a massive bonfire. The good news is that you do not necessarily need a classic open-air fire for that, and this recipe will certainly testify to that – check it out and learn how to make your own delicious marshmallow pops for this year’s Independence Day!
Recipe Instructions and Credit – wenderly
23. Awesome Rainbow Cake!
This is one of the most cheerful and delicious cake recipes you will ever come across on the Internet, and nobody can argue with that – just imagine how awesome this will look on your dinner table! This is more than just a patriotic cake, it is a patriotic velvet dessert that your entire family will get to love as soon as you lay it on the table!
Recipe Instructions and Credit – cookingchanneltv
24. Star Sugar Cookies
Sugar cookies are certainly not the best choice if you suffer from diabetes or blood sugar spikes, but other than that they are an outstanding dessert! These star sugar cookies are great when baked along with the patriotic cake or ice cream recipes mentioned above, as they are absolutely delicious and easy to store, it is a known fact that sugar does not go as bad as other ingredients!
Recipe Instructions and Credit – cookingchanneltv
25. Chocolate And Berry Tart!
Contrary to popular belief, tarts can actually be super healthy if you know how to bake them in such a manner that they are not very high in sugar, and they actually provide you with antioxidants and Vitamin C, such as this awesome chocolate and raspberry and blueberry tart. Check out this recipe and try it yourself!
Recipe Instructions and Credit – zoebakes
26. Jello Cookies!
This may sound a bit odd at first – and that is understandable, in the end who has ever heard about jello cookies?! However, once you read this tutorial, it will all make sense – this is an outstanding and brightly colored patriotic cake mix that will turn into delicious and crumbly jello cookies that will simply melt into your mouth, within seconds. See for yourself!
Recipe Instructions and Credit – tastesoflizzyt
27. No-Bake Berry Cake!
If you are a fan of sour cakes and you love a good berry dessert, then this no-bake cloud cake tutorial was specifically tailored to your taste! Here is a recipe that will teach you how to come up with the best no-bake desserts that the entire family will enjoy. All you need is some delicious cake mix and some fresh strawberries and blueberries! Bon appetite!
Recipe Instructions and Credit – pinkwhen
28. Fruit Kebab!
We all know the classic shish kabob with fresh chicken meat, but what about a brownie fruit kebab? That is right – try to imagine the look on your family’s faces when you will present them with one of these awesome fruit kebabs! Fruits are super healthy, so this is a great choice if you want to watch your weight!
Recipe Instructions and Credit – melskitchencafe
29. Blueberry Cheesecake!
This is an awesome patriotic cake, but with a twist: for the red and white part of the cheesecake you will use cheese and maybe some color, but for the blue part you will use fresh blueberries. How cool is that?!
Recipe Instructions and Credit – skinnytaste
30. Delicious Independence Day Trifle Recipe!
Some people prefer a rather modern and slightly different Independence Day dinner with all sorts of unconventional desserts, while others would rather go for a more conservative dinner with mainstream desserts – if you prefer the latter, then here is an awesome recipe for 4th of July trifles!
Recipe Instructions and Credit – fancyfrugallife
31. Banana Split!
If you are out of dessert ideas, then the classic banana split is always a great choice – aside from the fact that bananas are known to be very rich in magnesium and phosphorus, this is a very delicious and simple treat. Add some cream and some caramel and there you have it!
Recipe Instructions and Credit – iheartnaptime
32. Fruit Pops!
Do you want to steer clear from the super-sugary sweets that cause blood sugar spikes and mess up your insulin production? If so, then you should consider these delicious fruit pops, which will still pamper your taste buds but without causing you to gain weight or to get those nasty sugar-induced sweet cravings!
Recipe Instructions and Credit – bakersroyale
33. Firecracker Cake!
If this year it is your turn to host the Independence Day dinner and you want to not only dress to impress, but also to “cook to impress”, then this cool Firecracker Cake recipe will help you do just that! Arm yourself with lots of patience and determination, though, for this is not exactly the easiest dessert recipe you can find!
Recipe Instructions and Credit – iheartnaptime
34. Jello Snacks!
Jello snacks are nothing special, and everybody knows that – however, there is something special about this recipe, and that is the fact that you need to refrigerate the jello snacks! The best thing about this is that you can even prepare this dessert one day before the actual event, so you have more time to clean the house and get yourself ready for the 4th of July dinner!
Recipe Instructions and Credit – realmomkitchen
35. Patriotic Flag Cookies!
Flag cookies will always be fashionable, especially for the Independence Day dinner, so make sure to put them on your “to try” list. If you have never prepared this recipe before and you are afraid you might mess up the colors, then no worries – there are plenty of useful tips and hints in that tutorial!
Recipe Instructions and Credit – pillsbury
36. Funfetti Sandwich Cookies!
The reason why this dessert recipe is called this way is because these sandwich cookies really do look like the confetti we are all used to – the difference is that they feature the colors of the flag, red, white and blue. Check out this recipe and you will not regret it!
Recipe Instructions and Credit – twopeasandtheirpod
37. Meringue Cookies!
If you are a fan of meringue, then you can easily get the best of both worlds: both the meringue and the sweetness of the classic cookies! Here is how you can bake the best Independence Day meringue cookies, without any effort or hassle!
Recipe Instructions and Credit – shugarysweets
38. Spiral Cookies
These awesome spiral cookies are all about the visual effect, therefore if you want to emphasize more on the impact the dessert will have on your “audience” rather than the caloric content of the cookies, these spiral cookies are a great choice! Check them out!
Recipe Instructions and Credit – crazyforcrust
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