40 Easy Fourth of July Desserts
As much as I love all the burgers, grilled hot dogs, and classic BBQ sides, 4th of July simply isn’t complete without an easy dessert. Maybe it’s my sweet tooth or the fact that all the best summer fruit is currently in its prime. I look forward to the festive red, white, and blue sweets, no-bake delights, gooey s’mores, and classic fruit pies. There’s so much to choose from.
Whether you’re ready to break out the fresh berries for a classic flag cake, bake up a fruity cobbler, or dig in to a batch of freshly baked cookies, we’ve got a little something for every dessert lover. No matter what you’re craving, here are 40 easy 4th of July desserts that are perfect for the occasion.
Red, White, & Blue 4th of July Desserts
Red, white, and blue-themed desserts are perfect for 4th of July celebrations. Flag cake is a classic, though you can never go wrong with berry chantilly tiramisu, mixed berry shortcake trifle, or mini summer berry pavlovas.
No-Bake Delights
Good news: you don’t need to turn on the oven to make a totally delicious and impressive dessert! These no-bake delights are always a hit at summer cookouts.
Cookies and Bars
Cookies and bars are the ultimate crowd pleasing desserts. You can’t go wrong with a pan of magic cookie bars, key lime bars, or a tray of s’mores cookies on the 4th of July!
Classic Pies
Celebrate the 4th of July with classic pies like cherry pie, blueberry pie, and peach pie. They’re even better with a scoop of vanilla ice cream!