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30 4th of July Recipes

A list of festive red, white and blue 4th of July recipes including drinks like a blueberry smoothie, desserts such as a fresh strawberry pie and savory dishes like a patriotic charcuterie board.

These fabulous recipes are perfect for the 4th of July, and are also great for Memorial Day celebrations and other patriotic holidays.

A collection of festive 4th of July recipes like fresh strawberry pie, American flag donuts, and a patriotic charcuterie board.

Do you have any traditions for the 4th of July? Usually, around here we have a BBQ and light a few fireworks. I always make sure to cook some fun red, white and blue recipes to make our celebration especially festive.

This huge list of 4th of July dishes is your ultimate guide to patriotic food! Many of these recipes are sweet treats that are perfect for a hot summer day, like popsicles, sundaes, no bake treats and plenty of red, white and blue fruit desserts. There are also sweet and savory salads, cool and refreshing drinks, and baked goods like doughnuts, cakes and pies.

If you are looking for some fantastic summer dinner dishes like grilled meats and amazing sides to go with these 4th of July foods, take a look at these summer recipes!

4th of July entertaining doesn’t have to be complicated and time consuming. Choose a few festive recipes from this list, and your guests will be so very impressed!

30 4th of July Recipes

A group of festive 4th of July recipes like American flag layer cake, blueberry tomato caprese salad and blueberry shortcake.
4th of July Fruit Salsa
This 4th of July Fruit Salsa has red white and blue and is the perfect patriotic food! Blueberries, strawberries and jicama drizzled in lime juice, yum! 4th of July Fruit Salsa Recipe Not all salsas have to be spicy and be packed with tomatoes! Have a some summer fun and mix it up a little!
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Boozy Red, White and Blueberry Cheesecake Popsicles
These are perfect for Memorial Day Weekend, Fourth of July, Labor Day Weekend, or just any summer party!
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An image of a red, white, and blue cheesecake popsicle.
American Flag Donuts
These American flag donuts are an easy 4th of July dessert! Turn baked vanilla donuts into a patriotic dessert. Use candy melts to make red, white and blue donuts!
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American Flag Donuts
American Flag Layer Cake for the Fourth of July
You won’t believe this American flag layer cake! This super-tall cake has red and white stripes, a blue corner, and white stars baked right in the cake!
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Red, White and Blue Tiramisu (Easy No-Bake Dessert!)
Need a patriotic no-bake dessert for the 4th of July? This Red, White and Blue Tiramisu is perfect!
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An image of a tiramisu decorated with berries to look like an American flag.
No Bake Summer Berry Icebox Cake
Looking for a quick and easy summer dessert recipe? Try this delicious no-bake cake!
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Blueberry Shortcake
This recipe for blueberry shortcake is vanilla ice cream and homemade blueberry sauce sandwiched between lemon shortcake and finished off with whipped cream. This easy and elegant dessert is perfect for any occasion!
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This recipe for blueberry shortcake is vanilla ice cream and homemade blueberry sauce sandwiched between lemon shortcake and finished off with whipped cream. This easy and elegant dessert is perfect for any occasion!
Blueberry Smoothie
This creamy and refreshing blueberry smoothie is made with juice, yogurt, frozen blueberries and banana, all blended together into a frosty drink.
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Blueberry smoothie in a glass with a straw.
Red, White & Blue Caprese Salad
This fun and patriot blueberry tomato caprese salad is red, white and blue and perfect for serving as a side dish for any American holiday.
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An image of a bowl of caprese salad with blueberries and cherry tomatoes.
Brownie Pizza
This brownie pizza is a chocolate crust topped with cream cheese frosting and plenty of fresh berries. A unique dessert pizza that’s perfect for entertaining!
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Brownie pizza topped with cream cheese frosting and fresh fruit.
A collection of patriotic red, white and blue recipes like fresh strawberry pie and cherry bars.
Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberries
These cheesecake stuffed strawberries are fresh berries that are hollowed out, then filled with sweetened cream cheese and topped with crushed graham crackers. A simple no-bake treat that always gets rave reviews!
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A plate of cheesecake stuffed strawberries garnished with fresh mint.
Cherry Bars
These cherry bars are a soft cookie crust topped with cherry pie filling, more cookie dough and a drizzle of vanilla glaze. An easy and impressive dessert that’s perfect to feed a crowd!
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Cherry bars made with almond cookie dough on a sheet pan.
Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Flag Dip
Celebrate the 4th of July with this outrageous chocolate chip cookie dough flag dip! It’s loaded with toffee bits and peanut butter chips!
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Cherry Vanilla All American Patties
These sweet and creamy cherry vanilla all American patties are perfect for your 4th of July celebration!
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Brownie Flag Recipe
This brownie flag makes a fun, patriotic dessert. It's covered with white frosting, fresh blueberries and sliced strawberries.
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Brownie Flag Recipe
Fresh Strawberry Pie
This fresh strawberry pie recipe is a no bake delight that’s made with a graham cracker crust, loads of fresh strawberries and a sweet glaze. Top it with whipped cream for a show stopping finish to any meal!
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A pile of strawberries inside a graham cracker crust, topped with a shiny red glaze, whipped cream and mint.
Red, White and Blue Charcuterie Board
Choose your favorite red, white and blue meats, cheeses, fruits, veggies and candies to create a beautiful patriotic charcuterie board!
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An image of a charcuterie board with berries, cheeses, and meats.
7 Layer Taco Dip in a Flag Shape
This 7 layer taco dip in a flag shape features refried beans, green chiles, guacamole, taco seasoning, sour cream, corn, cheese, tomatoes, green onions and olives!
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Mixed Berry Tart
An easy summertime tart with almond filling, mixed berries and whipped cream!
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Patriotic Charcuterie Board
Make a red, white and blue patriotic charcuterie board from fresh fruit, vegetables, dips, spreads, crackers, bread and more.
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A collection of patriotic 4th of July recipes like red, white and blueberry yogurt popsicles, and patriotic infused water.
Patriotic Fruit Salad & Honey Lime Poppyseed Dressing
This bright and summery red, white and blue patriotic fruit salad with honey, lime, poppyseed dressing is full of amazing flavors.
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Star Spangled Fruit Infused Water
Enjoy this patriotic red, white and blue fruit infused water for Memorial Day or the 4th of July!
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Birthday Cake Pie with Chocolate Mousse
Birthday cake pie with chocolate mousse is perfect for the 4th of July!
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Red, White and Blueberry Sundae
This red, white and blueberry sundae includes vanilla, strawberry and blueberry ice cream and is served inside a watermelon!
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This recipe for a Red White and Blueberry Sundae is a watermelon loaded with three types of ice cream, homemade strawberry and blueberry sauces, marshmallow topping and the whole thing is finished off with whipped cream, sprinkles and chocolate covered strawberries. It's the perfect show stopper for the 4th of July!
Red, White and Blueberry Yogurt Popsicles
Show your colors this summer with these healthy patriotic red, white and blueberry yogurt popsicles! Make some this Memorial Day or 4th of July!
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Red, White and Blue Watermelon Blueberry Fruit Salad
Juicy watermelon, sweet blueberries and crunchy jicama in a simple honey and lime dressing make this red, white and blue salad a favorite all summer long.
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Red, White and Blue Marble Sheet Cake
This red, white and blue marble sheet cake is the perfect patriotic dessert for the 4th of July!
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Berry Cheesecake Salad
This berry cheesecake salad recipe is a variety of fresh berries tossed in a light and creamy cheesecake mixture. The perfect summer salad!
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This berry cheesecake salad recipe is a variety of fresh berries tossed in a light and creamy cheesecake mixture. The perfect summer salad!
Candy Apple Recipe
A layer of chewy, blue raspberry candy coats a crisp, tart apple in this old-fashioned candy apple recipe favorite.
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Greek Yogurt Cheesecakes
This recipe for Greek yogurt cheesecakes is mini cheesecakes that have been lightened up with Greek yogurt and topped with fresh berries. A quick and easy sweet treat!
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This recipe for Greek yogurt cheesecakes is mini cheesecakes that have been lightened up with Greek yogurt and topped with fresh berries. A quick and easy sweet treat! #CloverGreekYogurt ad

Even though many of these recipes feature red, white and blue, they are great all summer long. They showcase amazing summer flavors like strawberries, blueberries and watermelon that are perfect for summer. If you want to enjoy some of these flavors in the fall, winter or spring, don’t worry, I won’t tell.

Whether you have a big 4th of July party coming up or you’re just in the mood for some fantastic patriotic treats, give these recipes a try. They will liven up any BBQ, party or get-together!

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    2. Irena says

      Gosh, is it that time of the year again???? Love all the colours and the variety of dishes in your roundup. Mucho inspiration 🙂

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    5. Diana Reis says

      They are bringing the fireworks back to our favorite beach this year and I’m so excited. I’m hunting this recipe list right now to start planning our menu for the weekend! Thanks for putting it together.

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