15 Showstopping Fourth of July Desserts

June 28, 2016June 27, 2016 Stephanie Wilson

Add some variety to your desserts this 4th of July with these 15 showstopping, patriotic goodies. From cupcakes to pretzels, pies to ice cream, cookies to berries — 31Daily has you covered. Lots of inspiration for holiday sweets and American pride.

1. Fourth of July Sparkler Cake

White chocolate-dipped pretzels line the outside of the moist vanilla cake. This dessert will surely be the main attraction of your 4th of July menu.

Get the recipe at Sprinkle Some Fun.

2. Jam & Cream Cheese Pastry Pinwheels

Here’s your go-to summer party shortcut: these jam pinwheels, dreamed up by Kayley McCabe of the blog Handmade Charlotte. Bonus: They’re ready in less than 30 minutes.

Get the recipe at Handmade Charlotte.

3. Patriotic Cupcakes

Keep it classic and simple with this made-from-scratch cupcake recipe—top your treats with mini American flags!

Get the recipe.

4. Patriotic Pretzels

These pretzels are the perfect addition to a festive red, white, and blue party.

Get the recipe on The Real Thing with the Coake Family.

5. Piña Colada Cupcakes

You may not be at the beach for the 4th of July, but escape to a tropical getaway when you taste these piña colada-inspired cupcakes.

Get the recipe on Beyond Frosting.

6. Red, White, and Blueberry Ice Cream Pie

This gluten-free pie is the perfect centerpiece for any table. It looks so good, you won’t want to share.

Get the recipe on Yummy Mummy Kitchen.

7. American Flag Cake

Give guests a surprise when they cut into the cake.

Get the recipe at Food 52.

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8. Ooey Gooey Bars

The Classic Rice Crispy Bar with a bright and patriotic twist.

Get the recipe at The Gunny Sack.

9. Angel Food Cake with Coconut Whipped Cream and Berries

This light and airy cake is studded with berries and filled with homemade coconut cream.

Get the recipe at Blahnik Baker.

10. Cupcakes in a Jar

Patriotic Cupcakes in mini mason jars.

Get the recipe at The TomKat Studio.

11. Red, White, and Blue Bark

Vanilla candy coating, sprinkles, and Oreos combine to make a seriously sweet snack.

Get the recipe on Lil’ Luna.

12. American Pie

There isn’t a better combination that summer berries, the 4th of July… and pie.

Get the recipe at The Secret Life of a Chef’s Wife.

13. Snack Mix

Bag up this all-American mix as a gift, or display it in a large bowl on your table.

Get the recipe on Glorious Treats.

14. American Flag Sugar Cookies

Show off your stars and stripes with these flag sugar cookies.

Get the recipe on Tune ‘n Fork.

15. Red White and Blue Poke Cake

Made with a sweet whipped topping, cake mix, chocolate pudding, and fresh berries, this cake is worthy of its own celebration.

Get the recipe at Betty Crocker.

16. Blackberry Cobbler with Ginger Biscuits

I know we said 15 — but here’s a bonus 16 — because we love it so much!

Get the recipe!

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Written by Stephanie Wilson

Stephanie Wilson is an author, blogger, publisher, and former television news writer and producer. She lives in the Puget Sound area with her husband and teenage son.