These 4th of July desserts are as tempting for your taste buds as they are attractive to the eyes. Even better: These patriotic desserts can all be prepared in advance, so you don't have to worry about being in the kitchen on 4th of July making desserts.
1. 4th of July Desserts - Flag Cake
Stephanie Gallagher
4th of July desserts don't get much more patriotic than this fun flag cake. This patriotic dessert recipe starts with a cake mix, then gets topped with homemade frosting, blueberries and raspberries. Who wouldn't want a bite of this 4th of July dessert?
2. 4th of July Desserts - Patriotic Cupcakes
Stephanie Gallagher
This is one of those patriotic desserts that is just made for 4th of July parties. A simple moist vanilla cupcake recipe is tinted red, white and blue. These patriotic cupcakes are then topped with buttercream frosting and fresh blueberries.
3. 4th of July Desserts - Ice Cream Sandwich Cake
Stephanie Gallagher
This ice cream sandwich cake is one of those no-bake 4th of July desserts that's easy enough for the kids to make. Just be sure to allow several hours for this 4th of July dessert recipe to freeze before serving.
4. 4th of July Desserts - Patriotic Poke Cake Recipe
Stephanie Gallagher
This is one of those 4th of July desserts that will elicit "oohs" and "ahs" from your family and friends. Unlike most poke cakes, the filling of this cake has two colors -- red and blue -- rather than just one. And this poke cake isn't made with Jello. You won't believe what makes this 4th of July dessert recipe so colorful and moist.
5. 4th of July Desserts - Strawberry Icebox Cake Recipe
Stephanie Gallagher
This is one of those 4th of July desserts that looks fancy, but it's really quite simple. That's because this no-bake icebox cake is "baked" in the refrigerator. With just five ingredients (6, if you count the chocolate sauce), this 4th of July dessert recipe is easy enough for the kids to make!
6. 4th of July Cupcakes
Stephanie Gallagher
These 4th of July cupcakes make a terrific, festive dessert that's fun to make with the kids. Start with any flavor of cupcake you like for this 4th of July dessert. I recommend strawberry cupcakes for something different.
7. 4th of July Desserts - Apple Pie
Stephanie Gallagher
What could be more patriotic than apple pie? This recipe has a secret ingredient that makes this apple pie divine. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
8. 4th of July Desserts - Blueberry Cream Cheese Tart
Stephanie Gallagher
There's nothing like fresh blueberries in a 4th of July dessert. The timing of 4th of July perfectly coincides with blueberry season, and this refreshing tart is guaranteed to satisfy your guests' 4th of July dessert cravings.
9. 4th of July Desserts - Red Velvet Cupcakes
Stephanie Gallagher
These red velvet cupcakes are moist and tender. And the color makes them perfect for a 4th of July dessert.
10. 4th of July Desserts - Strawberry Milkshakes
Stephanie Gallagher
