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    Quick And Easy 4th of July Desserts

    Published by Pam Kessler | 1454 words. · About 8 minutes to read this article. - 26 Comments

    A collection of more than 20 patriotic Fourth of July desserts that will make dessert the star of your 4th of July picnic! Many Pinterest favorites including Firecracker Jell-o Cups, American Flag Popsicles, Red White And Blue Poke Cake and more.

    For me, the Fourth Of July is all about the Red, White & Blue.

    Desserts, that is.

    But just in case you are like me and wait until the last minute to plan your 4th of July desserts menu (and desserts really are the star of your Fourth Of July picnic), I thought I'd show you a few patriotic desserts that are both QUICK and EASY to make.

    A collection of fun, festive and EASY patriotic desserts for your summer get togethers, picnics and parties!

    And they all are super yummy and highly patriotic.

    Of course, this only applies if you are in the U.S.A. If you are Canadian and celebrating Canada Day, then just skip the blue parts of the foods.

    If you are interested in quick and easy decor ideas head on over to my post on 50+ Budget-Friendly DIY 4th Of July Decorations, Crafts and Recipes. Lots of inexpensive ways to decorate for the holiday!

    Easy 4th of July Desserts

    Flag Fruit Pizza

    A collection of 6 fun And festive patriotic desserts for your summer get togethers, picnics and parties!
    This flag fruit pizza is so darn festive. And almost too pretty to eat. Almost.

    I made it last year and it is AMAZING and since it's made with refrigerated cookie dough as the crust, it only take 15 minutes to make!
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    Blueberry Crostata

    A 30 minute Blueberry Crostata Recipe. Also known as galette, rustic pie or rustic tart, it is perfect for new bakers You can't go wrong with this one.
    This Bluebbery Crostata is SO EASY to make and so impressive at the same time! Crostata is just a fancy word for an easy to make, no-fuss pie!

    At 10 minutes prep and 20 minutes cooking it's a winner!
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    Red White & Blue Trifle

    This red, white and blue trifle made with strawberries and blueberries, which has 4 Weight Watcher Freestyle points for those counting, is super patriotic looking.

    This is another one that takes roughly only 15 minutes to make and then sits in the fridge to set up.
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    No Bake Summer Berry Icebox Cake

    Patriotic berry icebox cake for 4th of July
    This No Bake Summer Berry Icebox Cake is as gorgeous as it is easy to make.

    You do have to refrigerate it at least 4 hours after putting it together just so the graham crackers can soften up, but, once again, the assembly time is only 15 minutes.
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    Homemade Apple Hand Pies

    This one may not be red, white and blue, but since apple pie is pretty darn American I thought I'd add it in to the mix!

    Plus you can eat these while walking around or waiting for the fireworks to start!
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    Strawberry Shortcake In A Jar

    This Strawberry Shortcake In A Jar is a cake . . . that is portable, need I say more.

    This is one of the funnest desserts I have ever made and there's a little bit of an aw-factor involved when pulling these out of your picnic basket. Plus this recipe comes with a video which is always a plus in my book!

    Oh, and if you use store bought angle food cake, it takes 10 minutes to "throw" together.
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    Festive Bundt Cake

    This Festive Red White And Blue Bundt Cake from Betty Crocker might not be the quickest recipe out there, but it just shouts 4th of July, doesn't it!

    Can't you picture lit sparklers stuck on the top of this!

    Betty doesn't mention a time frame (shame on you, Betty), but I'm guessing maybe about an hour between mixing up the cake, cooking it and then drizzling the icing and tossing the sprinkles on top.
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    Red Velvet Brownies With Cream Cheese Frosting

    I'm so excited to try these brownie cups this year!

    They're festive and just the right size. Did I mention they are brownies? Prep time plus cooking is just 30 minutes.
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    4th Of July Marshmallow Pinwheels

    Who doesn't like a 4th Of July Pinwheel, especially an edible one!

    The kids at your picnic will eat these up in less time than it took you to throw them together! Prep time is about 10 minutes and then you refrigerate for about an hour or until set.
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    Mixed Berry Salad with Honey Citrus Dressing

    Yum! This quick and easy summer mixed berry salad with sour cream honey dressing will be the perfect healthy side dish for your next barbecue or picnic!
    The yummy citrus dressing gives a little extra zing to your summer berries!
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    Watermelon Rice Krispie Treats

    And even though these watermelon Rice Krispie treats are not red, white and blue, they are still pretty darn picnic worthy!

    Super cute and they won't take you much longer than making plain old boring white Rice Krispie treats, which is roughly 15 minutes!
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    4th Of July Ice Cream Sandwiches

    These patriotic ice cream sandwich pops are ridiculously easy to make. Buy ice cream sandwiches, roll them in sprinkles and insert popsicle stick. That's it, you're done!

    I'm not even going to put a time on this one, since these probably take less time to make than it takes to unwrap the sandwich bars. Not a lot of work for the wow factor!
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    No Bake Red White And Blue Cake

    no bake patriotic cake made with pound cake
    You had me at NO BAKE! This 4 ingredient recipe starts off with a store bought pound cake and just gets easier (and cuter) from there!
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    4th Of July American Flag Popsicles

    These yogurt based popsicles are not only tasty but healthy also! And did I mention they are red, white and blue!
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    Chocolate Covered Pretzels For The 4th Of July

    These patriotic pretzel rods are not only SIMPLE TO MAKE, but cute as a button.
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    Red, White & Blue Patriotic Poke Cake

    Poke cakes are always a hit at parties, so why not make a patriotic version!
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    4th Of July Firecracker Jello Cups

    Kids will LOVE this cute idea for jello cups with a pop! You could also add some booze and make an adult only version.
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    Patriotic Snack Cakes On A Stick

    Just about the cutest way to serve Little Debbie snack cakes! This would be a great inexpensive addition to your holiday gathering!
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    How To Make A Layered Watermelon Cake

    I cannot lie, this is one of my favorite patriotic desserts. Plus it's a great way to impress your friends with your creativity!
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    Red, White and Blue Whoopie Pie Recipe

    Whoopie pies are a staple in Midwest living. Something about the sweetness of the filling wrapped up in that cake-like "sandwich" just shouts all-American yumminess to me!
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    Red, White And Blue Chocolate Covered Strawberries

    Everyone loves strawberries and since they're in-season right now why not make this super easy chocolate dipped variety for the 4th!
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    American Flag Brownies

    These easy to make patriotic brownies would look so cute on your 4th of July picnic table. Using a box mix would make these extra simple to make.
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    Even More Patriotic Desserts:

    Red, White And Blue Rice Krispie Treats from I Heart Naptime

    Red, White And Blue Swirl Cupcakes from Better With A Slice Of Bread

    Red, White And Blue Fruit Dip from Morgan Manages Mommyhood

    Blueberry Cobbler from Pioneer Woman

    Berry Cream Cheese Cookie Cups from This Ole Mom

    Red, White And Blue Jello Finger Stars from The Farm Wife Feeds

    Red, White And Blue Cake In A Jar from Sheri Silver

    Star-Studded Berry Tarts from The Food Network

    Red, White And Blueberry No-Churn Ice Cream from An Alli Event

    Stars And Stripes Popcorn from My Mommy World

    Stars And Stripes Cherry And Blueberry Pie from For The Love Of Food

    Easy Patriotic Oreos from Suburban Simplicity

    Red, White and Blue Strawberry Cheesecake Bites from The Kitchen Is My Playground

    A collection of more than 20 patriotic Fourth of July desserts that will make dessert the star of your 4th of July picnic! Many Pinterest favorites including Firecracker Jell-o Cups, American Flag Popsicles, Red White And Blue Poke Cake and more. #patriotic #4thofjuly #fourthofjuly #dessert

    Who wants to bet that I just buy an apple pie from the grocery store, slap it into my fancy star spangled pie pan and try to pass it off as homemade?

    That's what Betsy Ross would have done.

    With all those fireworks bursting in air, she wouldn't have had time to make a pie from scratch either.

    Need more ideas for the 4th Of July? You'll want to check out my other patriotic ideas:

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    5 Unique Potato Salads For Summer

    Summer Mixed Berry Salad

    Best Soft And Chewy Oatmeal Cookies

    Retro Picnic Supplies For Your Fourth Of July Barbecue

    Top 10 Patriotic Projects, Recipes And Decor

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    1. Marilyn Kelley

      June 15, 2016 at 8:13 am

      Pam, I am seriously going to have to make that Blueberry Crostata! Lovely blog.

      Reply
      • Pam

        June 15, 2016 at 2:26 pm

        And it's so easy to make! I'm going to make one to take to a gathering this weekend with raspberries and rhubarb in it!

        Reply
    2. Linda k.

      June 09, 2017 at 5:42 am

      I recently got a trifle dish and am So excited to use it. I love the way the patriotic trifle looks and I will definitely be making it for the 4th this year! Can't wait!

      Reply
    3. Kari Wagner Hoban

      June 29, 2019 at 10:19 am

      I love that ice cream sandwich idea. I am setting the bar low consistently when it comes to stuff like this but this will make me look like I put some thought into it.
      I am eternally grateful.

      Reply
    4. Linda @ Itsy Bits And Pieces

      July 01, 2019 at 4:36 pm

      OH. MY. They all look so good! Pinning! Happy 4th to you, Pam!

      Reply
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