Imagine juicy and tender steak bites in a rich garlicky and buttery sauce…Seriously, it doesn’t get any better than that!

Let me introduce you to Instant Pot garlic butter steak bites, where each perfectly cooked piece is so full of flavor, you wouldn’t believe how easy it is to throw this dish together!

If you love steak but hate the prep work and clean-up from searing it in the pan and finishing in the oven, consider this pressure cooker steak bite recipe. 

Everything is done in the Instant Pot, from caramelizing our New York strip steak cubes to pressure cooking them in a quick and easy garlic butter sauce.

And best of all? You can use affordable cuts of meat, and they’ll still be delicious and tender in the Instant Pot! 🤤

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What Are Instant Pot Garlic Butter Steak Bites?

Instant Pot steak bites are cuts of steak that are pressure cooked until juicy and tender in the Instant Pot. With this clever method, you don’t have to worry about overcooking beef and getting dry and tasteless steak. 

This particular recipe also features an easy garlic butter sauce that will surely make your taste buds happy.

Its rich, deep flavor comes from the brown bits left in the pan (or, in this case, Instant Pot) after searing the steak cubes. 

No need to set up a grill, get the skillet, or preheat the oven, as everything for this Instant Pot garlic butter steak bites recipe is done in the Instant Pot!

This is truly one of the best steak recipes if you’re craving tender steak but want it fast and effortless, especially on busy weeknights.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Cooking steak bites in Instant Pot is a game changer. You’ll love these pressure cooker steak bites because:

• You’d never guess these Instapot garlic butter steak bites come together with so little effort! A quick sear gives them a delicious caramelized crust, and pressure cooking makes every piece amazingly tender.
• You can serve these Instant Pot butter steak bites with anything, whether with mashed potatoes, rice, or roasted vegetables!
• This Instant Pot garlic steak bites recipe works with affordable cuts, perfect when you’re on a budget but still want a restaurant-worthy recipe at home.

What Do Instant Pot Steak Bites Taste Like?

These garlic butter steak bites taste delicious, so it’s definitely a dangerous thing that they’re cut into bite-sized pieces! 😂

I suggest using New York strip steak for its marbling. Partner the meat’s naturally rich flavor with high-pressure cooking using the Instant Pot, and you’ll get the most amazing steak bites!

And, of course, the steak bite’s highlight is the buttery, garlicky goodness of the sauce. 

After caramelizing the steak bites, we’ll quickly whip up the sauce using beef stock, butter, some simple seasonings, and the secret ingredient: fond. 

The fond are the flavorful morsels left after searing the steak bites. Scrape these brown bits with a wooden spoon as you add the stock, butter, and seasonings, and you’re golden. 

Are Pressure Cooker Steak Bites Healthy?

These Instant Pot steak bites are a good source of protein, as expected from beef. However, you should still watch your portion sizes to limit your intake of saturated fats.

The good news with these delicious steak bites is they can easily pair with other dishes to create a wholesome meal for the entire family. 

For example, instead of serving your garlic butter steak bites with high-carb sides like rice or noodles, why not choose the healthier cauliflower rice? They’re also perfect with something light and nutritious, like a vegetable salad!

Speaking of salad, are you bored of the usual salad recipes? Here’s a tasty and colorful salad all the way from Nigeria:

What Are The Benefits Of Cooking Steak Bites In Instant Pot?

Pressure cooker steak bites relieve the “pressure” from making steak at home. 

It can be intimidating to cook steak because you need to time everything perfectly, or you won’t get the most out of your meat cut. Who would want a gray steak that’s too tough to chew? 

Thanks to the Instant Pot, your steak bites will be juicy and tender, even as a novice cook! You don’t need to worry about wasting an expensive cut of steak. 

You’ll also be doing everything in the Instant Pot, so you’re not left with a ton of dishes to wash after making the dish.

It’s the perfect main dish when you’re short on time and patience. 😉

Ingredients For Instant Pot Garlic Butter Steak Bites

New York strip steak – This high-end cut has a good amount of marbling, which helps it stay juicy and tender in the Instant Pot. And because NY strip is leaner than other cuts, it’ll be amazing with butter!

Unsalted butter – Use half for searing and the remaining half for pressure-cooking the beef. This helps your Instant Pot garlic steak bites develop a rich crust and deep flavor.

Garlic – Use fresh garlic over garlic powder! Add it after the broth, so it doesn’t scorch and turn bitter.

Beef broth – For deglazing and getting those flavorful browned bits from searing.

Kosher salt – For seasoning the beef before searing. This helps build a tasty foundation for our garlic butter steak bites in Instant Pot!

Ground black pepper – Lends a subtle kick that really complements the garlic butter!

Fresh parsley – For garnishing the pressure cooker steak bites. More than the added pop of color, the herbaceous notes pair well with the richness of the meat!

Tools Needed To Prepare Instant Pot Steak Bites

• Instant Pot for cooking the steak bites
• Paper towels for patting the steak cubes dry
• Wooden spoon for scraping the brown bits after searing the meat

Ingredient Additions & Substitutions For Garlic Butter Steak Bites

Sirloin steak

The best thing about this Instant Pot garlic butter steak bites recipe is you can use it with cheaper cuts of meat as well!

Although sirloin steak cubes have less marbling, this cooking method helps keep them tender and flavorful.

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Ghee

What makes these Instapot steak bites taste like they’re from steakhouse restaurants is that beautiful crust from searing the cuts. Butter is already a great choice, but ghee’s higher saturated fat content allows it to handle high heat without degrading.

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Chicken broth

You can substitute beef broth for something lighter, like chicken broth!

Water also works in a pinch, but I would add extra seasonings to the steak bites in the Instant Pot for a deeper flavor.

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How to Make Garlic Butter Steak Bites

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs strip steak cut into cubes
• 8 tbsp unsalted butter
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 3/4 cup beef broth
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Tools you need:

• Instant Pot
• Paper towels
• Wooden spoon

Instructions:

STEP 1: Gather the ingredients for your Instant Pot garlic butter steak bites.

STEP 2: Select the Saute function on your Instant Pot and heat it for 5 minutes.

STEP 3: To get the perfect sear, don’t forget to pat the steak cubes dry with paper towels before seasoning them.

STEP 4: Melt half of the butter in the pre-heated Instant Pot.

STEP 5: Sear the steak cubes for 3 minutes on each side. Transfer the steak cubes to a plate.

STEP 6: Pour the beef broth into the Instant Pot and scrape up the fond or the tasty brown bits left at the bottom from searing the steak cubes.

STEP 7: Add the remaining butter, minced garlic, seared steak cubes, and pepper to the Instant Pot.

STEP 8: Secure the lid and select Sealing. Cook the garlic butter steak bites for 10 minutes at High Pressure.

STEP 9: Once done, let the pressure release naturally for 5 minutes, then release the remaining pressure manually.

STEP 10: Turn your Instant Pot off and remove the lid. Garnish with chopped parsley, and your Instant Pot garlic butter steak is ready to serve!

What to Serve with Steak Bites

These perfectly tender, buttery, and garlicky steak bites can be served with just about anything from mashed potatoes, noodles, rice, and tortillas.

If you want something lighter, steak bites are delicious with roasted asparagus or arugula salad. 

And for those thinking of serving these easy Instant Pot garlic butter steak bites as appetizers, try them with coleslaw or chimichurri, and I promise your guests will love you! 

Alternatively, I think these pressure cooker steak bites are perfect with our two must-try recipes. Make them with our copycat Olive Garden steak gorgonzola or parmesan potatoes!

Yep, you can easily recreate the long-lost pasta dish from Olive Garden and the cheesy crispy potatoes that went viral on TikTok!

Tips About Making Instant Pot Garlic Butter Steak Bites

Here are some additional tips to help you nail these Instant Pot steak bites perfectly:

Make Instant Pot Garlic Butter Steak Bites and Potatoes

Make Instant Pot garlic butter steak bites with potatoes! Add halved medium-sized yellow potatoes to a steamer basket, and pressure cook them with the steak bites.

Thicken the Sauce

If you prefer a thicker garlic butter sauce, whisk 2 tablespoons of water with 2 tablespoons of arrowroot starch until smooth, then stir the slurry into the Instant Pot after cooking.

How To Store Steak Bites

Make these Instant Pot garlic butter steak bites in advance, or enjoy the leftovers with these storage tips:

• Fridge: Transfer the steak bites to an airtight container, and they should keep well in the fridge for 4 days. Don’t forget to also store the leftover sauce.
• Freezer: You can freeze your garlic butter steak bites for up to 2 months. Just thaw them overnight before reheating. 
• Reheating: I suggest reheating your leftover steak bites in the skillet with the leftover sauce so they won’t dry out. 

Can I Use Stew Meat for Steak Bites?

You can also make this Instant Pot steak bites recipe with stew meat. But if you’re using frozen meat, extend the cooking time to get the perfect tender texture. 

How to Cut Steak into Cubes?

These garlic butter steak bites are best with 1-inch cubes. Now, to cut your steak, remember to use a sharp knife and remove any excess fat.

Then, slice the meat into strips, working against the grain. Cut the strips into cubes, and you’re done!

FAQ About Instant Pot Steak Bites

More Delicious Instant Pot Recipes

• Instant Pot Chicken Bites
• Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Dip
• Instant Pot Egg Bites without Cottage Cheese
• Instant Pot Banana Bread Bites
• Instant Pot Churro Bites

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Instant Pot Garlic Butter Steak Bites

These Instant Pot garlic butter steak bites are tender and full of flavor. They're so easy to make, and you can also use affordable cuts of steak!

Course Main Dishes

Cuisine American

Keyword instant pot garlic butter steak bites, instant pot steak bites

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes minutes

Total Time 40 minutes minutes

Servings 4

Calories 682kcal

Author Food Plus Words

Equipment

• Instant Pot
• Paper towels
• Wooden spoon

Ingredients

• 2 lbs strip steak, cut into cubes
• 8 tbsp unsalted butter
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 3/4 cup beef broth
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

• Gather the ingredients for your Instant Pot garlic butter steak bites.
• Select the Saute function on your Instant Pot and heat it for 5 minutes. 
• To get the perfect sear, don't forget to pat the steak cubes dry with paper towels before seasoning them with salt. 
  
• Melt half of the butter in the pre-heated Instant Pot. 
  
• Sear the steak cubes for 3 minutes on each side. Transfer the steak cubes to a plate. 
  
• Pour the beef broth into the Instant Pot and scrape up the fond or the tasty brown bits left at the bottom from searing the steak cubes. 
  
• Add the remaining butter, minced garlic, seared steak cubes, and pepper to the Instant Pot.
  
• Secure the lid and select Sealing. Cook the garlic butter steak bites for 10 minutes at High Pressure.  
• Once done, let the pressure release naturally for 5 minutes, then release the remaining pressure manually. 
• Turn your Instant Pot off and remove the lid. Garnish with chopped parsley, and your Instant Pot garlic butter steak is ready to serve!
  

Notes

• Depending on the size of your Instant Pot and steak cubes, divide the butter and sear the meat in batches. Your steak cubes will not brown properly if they’re overcrowded. 
• Make sure that your steak cubes are dry before searing in the Instant Pot, so they caramelize perfectly. The last thing you want is to get gray steak cubes!
• Make Instant Pot garlic butter steak bites with potatoes! Add halved medium-sized yellow potatoes to a steamer basket, and pressure cook them with the steak bites.
• If you prefer a thicker garlic butter sauce, whisk 2 tablespoons of water with 2 tablespoons of arrowroot starch until smooth, then stir the slurry into the Instant Pot after cooking.
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Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 682kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 47g | Fat: 55g | Saturated Fat: 29g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 21g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 199mg | Sodium: 582mg | Potassium: 675mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 1051IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 37mg | Iron: 4mg

Conclusion

Satisfy your cravings for tender steak with this easy Instant Pot garlic butter steak bites recipe.

Each juicy piece is packed with the tried and tested delicious combination of garlic and butter.

You won’t need to take out the pan and preheat the oven because everything is done in the Instant Pot!

Enjoy these Instant Pot steak bites with noodles, rice, salads, or any sauce for an instant mood boost. 😉

There are so many delicious recipes you can make with the Instant Pot. From appetizers, main dishes to even desserts, the handy multicooker got you.

Try our favorite instant Pot recipes:

• Instant Pot Egg Bites Recipe (Starbucks Copycat)
• Instant Pot Sushi Rice For The Lazy
• Easy Instant Pot Spaghetti and Meatballs Recipe
• Must-Try Instant Pot Cheesecake Bites
• Delicious Instant Pot Brownie Bites Recipe

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Skip the large fruit pizza flag. Serve these individual sugar-cookie flag fruit-pizza desserts instead and say no to the extra mess!

Each guest gets their own flag on a sugar-cookie base, complete with a canton of blueberries, strawberry stripes, and fluffy whipped cream stripes.

You won’t need special tools or ingredients, and I swear these are exactly the type of sweet treat everyone wants after all the grilled meats at the cookout.

Pair these American flag desserts with other flag-shaped delights that’ll have you feeling patriotic with every red, white, and blue snack.

My 4th of July charcuterie board and patriotic charcuterie board both require zero cooking. They are so delicious, they make excellent 4th of July snacks for kids!

Why You’ll Love This American Flag Fruit Pizza Recipe

• Because every guest gets their own American flag sugar cookie pizza, there’s no need for extra serving utensils or carefully planned portions. Skip the awkward first-slice moment and let everyone enjoy their own mini flag dessert!
• This American flag fruit pizza is built on a sugar cookie base, so it’s like getting 2 desserts in 1! Topped with fresh berries and whipped cream, it’s not overly sweet and makes an excellent summer treat.
• Whether you’re changing the cookie base or switching up the fruit toppings, this American flag pizza is one of those 4th of July desserts that’s easy to adapt!

Ingredients

Unsalted butter and granulated sugar – They make up the base of the sugar cookie dough. Make sure your butter is softened so it easily creams with the sugar!

Egg – For structure and binding. Bring it to room temperature for a consistent batter.

Baking powder – For lift. It also keeps the sugar cookie from turning cakey.

Salt – Keeps the American flag cookie pizza from tasting flat.

All-purpose flour – Use the spoon-and-level method or weigh your flour to get an accurate measurement. Too much flour will make the sugar cookie dry, while too little flour will make the dough sticky and difficult to work with.

Heavy whipping cream – For decorating the patriotic fruit pizza. To ensure your white stripes hold their shape, avoid light or low-fat alternatives.

Fresh blueberries – For the American flag fruit pizza’s canton. Use berries of a consistent size for a tight, neat-looking blue field!

Fresh strawberries – Fresh is best for the fruits on this patriotic flag dessert pizza. Frozen berries can thaw, and the resulting liquid will just soak into the cream topping, no thanks!

Ingredient Additions & Substitutions For Sugar Cookie Flag Fruit Pizza

Blackberries and raspberries

You can swap the strawberries for raspberries and blackberries for the blueberries on your flag fruit pizza. Just avoid frozen, canned, or jarred fruits as the excess moisture will soften the cookie base and ruin the whipped cream topping.

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Store-bought sugar cookie dough

We made the sugar cookie from scratch, but if you’re short on time (or patience), you can make this flag cookie fruit pizza with store-bought sugar cookie dough.

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Cream cheese frosting

Want a richer patriotic dessert?

Make a quick cream cheese frosting by beating 8 ounces of softened cream cheese with 1/3 cup of powdered sugar and 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract.

And since we want it perfectly white for the Fourth of July fruit pizza, we’ll also beat in 8 ounces of Cool Whip to the frosting.

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Tips For Making This Recipe

Avoid Soggy Pizzas

Make sure to dab your fresh fruits with a paper towel to remove any excess moisture. Wait for the sugar cookies to cool completely before decorating and serve your American flag fruit pizza desserts within 2 hours!

Chill Before Serving

You can keep your patriotic fruit pizza cookies in the fridge until 15 minutes before serving so the toppings don’t soften too quickly at the hot outdoor gathering.

Serving Tricks

To serve, arrange the 4th of July dessert pizza cookies in neat rows on a large tray. Or, for a more interactive experience, set out the sugar cookie bases on a table with bowls of toppings, and just let your guests make their own flags.

Flag Fruit Pizza Recipe FAQs

More Delicious Patriotic Desserts

• 4th of July Fruit Kabobs
• Red White and Blue Strawberries
• 4th of July Rice Krispie Treats
• Red White and Blue Popsicles
• American Flag Cake

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American Flag Fruit Pizza

This American flag fruit pizza is made with sugar cookies, fresh berries, and whipped cream. An easy and patriotic dessert for the 4th of July or Memorial Day!

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword american flag fruit pizza

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 15 minutes minutes

Total Time 25 minutes minutes

Servings 6

Calories 358kcal

Author Louisa

Equipment

• Parchment paper
• Baking sheet
• Stand mixer
• Mixing bowl
• Piping bag

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg, room temperature
• 1 tsp baking powder
• Pinch salt
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• Heavy whipping cream
• Fresh blueberries, washed and patted dry
• Fresh strawberries, washed, hulled, sliced, and patted dry

Instructions

• Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• Beat the softened butter and sugar together on medium-high speed for about 2 minutes or until smooth and fluffy.
  
• Add the egg and beat until fully incorporated, about 30 seconds.
  
• Mix in the baking powder and salt, then gradually fold in the flour until a soft dough forms. Do not overmix.
  
• Turn the dough out onto the prepared baking sheet and divide it into equal portions. Press each piece into a rectangle, leaving at least 1 inch between the rectangles on the baking sheet.
  
• Bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers look set. Let the sugar cookies sit on the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Cool completely before decorating.
  
• Whip the heavy cream until fluffy. Spread an even layer of whipped cream over each cookie.
  
• Add the blueberries to the top left corner and arrange them into a tight rectangle for the flag's canton.
  
• Lay the strawberry slices in horizontal rows for the flag's red stripes.
  
• Finally, whip the remaining heavy cream into stiff peaks and transfer to a piping bag. Snip a small corner and pipe it into the gaps between the strawberry rows for the flag's white stripes.
  

Notes

• Make sure to dab your fresh fruits with a paper towel to remove any excess moisture. Wait for the sugar cookies to cool completely before decorating, and serve your American flag fruit pizza desserts within 2 hours!
• You can keep your patriotic fruit pizza cookies in the fridge until 15 minutes before serving so the toppings don’t soften too quickly at the hot outdoor gathering.
• To serve, arrange the 4th of July dessert pizza cookies in neat rows on a large tray. Or, for a more interactive experience, set out the sugar cookie bases on a table with bowls of toppings, and just let your guests make their own flags.

Nutrition

Calories: 358kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 85mg | Potassium: 50mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 25g | Vitamin A: 518IU | Calcium: 53mg | Iron: 2mg

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Sweet, festive, and couldn’t be easier to create, this American flag cake is the perfect dessert for your 4th of July party, Memorial Day BBQ, and Labor Day cookout!

What separates this patriotic cake from other Fourth of July and Memorial Day cake ideas is it’s actually built on a brownie base, so it’s like getting 2 desserts in one.

The dense brownie underneath is balanced by the fluffy whipped topping, and the fresh strawberries and blueberries feel right at home on any summer dessert table.

So forget the red, white, and blue candies or boring store-bought sheet cakes.

This 4th of July flag cake is the other display your patriotic party needs—right behind the fireworks!

American flag desserts are easier than you think! Besides this USA cake, my American flag fruit pizza is another low-effort treat you can add to your patriotic spread.

But if sweets aren’t your thing, this American flag charcuterie board is another crowd-pleasing edible display for Independence Day and any other patriotic celebration.

Why You’ll Love This Fourth of July Flag Cake Recipe

• Because this American flag cake uses a brownie base, it’s a fun and unexpected dessert that makes any patriotic celebration feel a little more special!
• The combination of chocolatey brownies, cloudy whipped cream, and fresh berries makes the perfect summer BBQ dessert without feeling overly sweet.
• No baking expertise is required to make this Fourth of July flag cake! It’s so easy to put together, you can even invite kids to help you in the kitchen.

Ingredients And Substitutions 

For the cake:

Unsalted butter – Helps create the fudgy brownie base of our American flag cake with fruit. Make sure it’s at room temperature before starting for easier mixing.

Granulated sugar – To sweeten the brownie base. We haven’t tested this Fourth of July berry cake with other sweeteners, so it may not turn out quite the same with substitutes.

Eggs – For moisture and binding. Be sure to use room-temperature eggs for a smooth batter!

All-purpose flour – For structure. Use the spoon-and-level method to avoid ending up with excess flour, which can make the brownie more cake-like.

Cocoa powder – Because this Fourth of July flag cake recipe is made with baking powder, you want to use Dutch-process cocoa powder to ensure the perfect rise. It’s also great for intensely chocolatey brownies!

Baking powder – Unlike traditional brownies, which don’t require baking powder, we need this leavening agent to really lift the base of our strawberry flag cake.

Heavy cream – Instead of water, we’re hydrating the batter of our 4th of July American flag cake with heavy cream for extra richness and moisture.

For the toppings:

Whipped cream – I don’t recommend lighter alternatives, as you need the topping to hold its shape well.

Fresh blueberries – For the flag’s canton. Choose uniform, plump blueberries for a dense-looking blue field.

Fresh strawberries – Slice them to a consistent thickness for neat-looking red stripes. And, as with blueberries, pat your strawberries dry before decorating. We don’t want any moisture to migrate into the whipped cream topping of the American flag fruit cake!

Ingredient Additions & Substitutions For American Flag Cake

Cream cheese frosting

If you want a richer American flag cake with strawberries, you can decorate it with a quick cream cheese frosting instead.

Beat 1 cup of cream cheese with 1/2 cup of butter until smooth and creamy, then thicken and sweeten the mixture with 4 to 5 cups of powdered sugar, added 1 cup at a time.

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Boxed cake mix

We made this Fourth of July flag cake with a brownie base because it’s dense and perfect for holding the red, white, and blue decorations. However, you can also use your favorite 15.25-oz box of white cake mix and make a quick 9×13 sheet cake from scratch!

To ensure it won’t turn out too fluffy and crumble easily when cut, whisk the cake mix with 1 cup all-purpose flour and 1/2 cup granulated sugar. Then, add in 1 1/2 cups of water, 3/4 cup sour cream, and 4 egg whites, one at a time.

Bake for 28 minutes at 325°F, then cool completely before frosting.

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Fresh berries

You’ll get the most vibrant pops of red and blue on your fruit flag cake with ripe strawberries and blueberries, but fresh raspberries and blackberries work in a pinch.

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Tips For Making This Recipe

Shortcuts are Welcome

You can make the 9×13 brownie base of this Fourth of July flag cake with 2 boxes of brownie mix! Just mix the batter as directed on the box, use melted butter instead of oil, and bake the brownie base at 325ºF for 45 minutes, checking with a toothpick on the 30-minute mark.

Serving Suggestions

Set this American flag cake as your centerpiece and pair it with my equally festive July 4th recipes! And if this brownie recipe got you craving more brownies, summer BBQs are the best time to try my strawberry brownies and Instant Pot brownie bites!

Get Clean Slices

Chill your Fourth of July cake for at least 30 minutes before serving so the frosting can set. Before cutting, lightly score the cake where you plan to make each slice, so you don’t end up dragging the fruit decorations.

4th of July Flag Cake Recipe FAQs

More Delicious Patriotic Recipes

• 4th of July Fruit Kabobs
• Red White and Blue Strawberries
• 4th of July Rice Krispie Treats
• Red White and Blue Popsicles
• Red White and Blue Fruit Salad

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Fourth of July Flag Cake

This Fourth of July flag cake features a dense brownie base topped with berries and cream. A fun, easy, and delicious centerpiece for any patriotic celebration!

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword american flag cake, fourth of july flag cake

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes minutes

Total Time 30 minutes minutes

Servings 18

Calories 122kcal

Author Louisa

Equipment

• Baking pan
• Parchment paper
• Mixing bowls
• Whisk
• Piping bag
• Large star piping tip

Ingredients

For the cake:

• 7 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
• 1/3 cup granulated sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 3 tbsp cocoa powder
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 100 ml heavy cream

For the toppings:

• 250 ml whipped cream (plus extra for piping)
• 100 g fresh blueberries
• 200 g fresh strawberries

Instructions

• Line a 9×13 baking pan with parchment paper and preheat the oven to 340°F.
• Beat the softened butter and sugar together on high speed for 1 minute or until light and fluffy.
  
• Add the first egg and mix until fully incorporated, then add the second.
• In a separate bowl, whisk the flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder together until evenly combined.
• Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the heavy cream. Mix just until smooth after each addition. Do not overmix.
• Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly with a spatula.
  
• Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the brownie base cool completely before adding the topping.
  
• Beat the cream with the whisk attachment of an electric mixer until soft peaks form. You can also add powdered sugar and vanilla extract if you want, then continue beating until stiff peaks form. Spread it immediately across the entire surface of the cooled brownie using an offset spatula.
• Arrange blueberries in the top left corner of the frosted brownie. Pack them closely into a rectangle to form the canton.
  
• Arrange the sliced strawberries in horizontal rows for the flag's red stripes.
  
• Pipe more whipped cream in each gap between the strawberry rows for the flag's white stripes and you're cake is done.
  

Notes

• You can make the 9×13 brownie base of this Fourth of July flag cake with 2 boxes of brownie mix! Just mix the batter as directed on the box, use melted butter instead of oil, and bake the brownie base at 325ºF for 45 minutes, checking with a toothpick on the 30-minute mark.
• Set this American flag cake as your centerpiece and pair it with my equally festive July 4th recipes! And if this brownie recipe got you craving more brownies, summer BBQs are the best time to try my strawberry brownies and Instant Pot brownie bites!
• Chill your Fourth of July cake for at least 30 minutes before serving so the frosting can set. Before cutting, lightly score the cake where you plan to make each slice, so you don’t end up dragging the fruit decorations.

Nutrition

Calories: 122kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 39mg | Sodium: 33mg | Potassium: 60mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 273IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 29mg | Iron: 1mg

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Cool off this Independence Day with red white and blue popsicles that look as good as they taste.

You’ll think they came from the freezer aisle until you taste them—homemade just hits different.

These 4th of July popsicles are creamy strawberry-and-vanilla ice pops. They’re nothing like those boring popsicles that taste artificial or overly sweet.

I also love that these red white and blue desserts are sweetened with stevia, and the recipe itself is easy enough to make the night before!

Need more red white and blue food ideas for the 4th of July, Memorial Day, or Labor Day?

Desserts are great, but every patriotic cookout needs a few savory hits!

Start the celebration early with our American flag charcuterie board and Fourth of July hot dogs while your mains are still on the grill.

Why You’ll Love This Red White and Blue Popsicle Recipe

• Made with heavy cream, these red white blue popsicles actually taste like a frozen dessert, not a regular ice pop with artificial flavorings. Absolutely delicious and the best way to cool off by the grill on your summer cookout!
• This red white and blue popsicle recipe uses no refined sugar. You know exactly what’s in them compared to store-bought popsicles with additives.
• The store-bought, layered look of these Fourth of July popsicles is sure to impress at the gathering! But the best part? You don’t need to do anything technical to achieve it!

Ingredients And Substitutions 

Fresh strawberries – The red layer in this red white and blue popsicle recipe is actually made with fresh fruit! Although if unavailable, you can defrost frozen strawberries for the job.

Heavy whipping cream – I don’t know about you, but I like my ice pops to feel and taste like an actual dessert! We’ll use cream instead of fruit juice as our base for these July 4th popsicles.

Berry stevia – To boost the sweet berry flavor of the red layer.

Vanilla stevia – Sweetens the blue layer of our red white and blue pops. You can also use other liquid sweeteners like maple syrup, then add vanilla extract for a more layered flavor profile.

Blue food coloring – We’ll use blue food color to get a vibrant blue layer effortlessly, but if you prefer a natural alternative, blue spirulina powder also works.  

And in case you’re wondering, blueberry puree is a welcome addition to the popsicle’s blue layer.

Ingredient Additions & Substitutions For Red, White and Blue Popsicles

Coconut extract

Make this red white and blue popsicle recipe your own and come up with unique flavor combinations!

For example, I think a white coconut layer made with coconut extract will taste amazing alongside the strawberry and vanilla layers.

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Watermelon

Besides berries, another fantastic fruit for the patriotic summer holiday is watermelon.

Just blend cubed watermelon with a bit of lime juice for the red layer of these 4th of July popsicles.

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Greek yogurt

Another way to make this creamy red white blue popsicle recipe is with Greek yogurt instead of heavy cream. Stick to full-fat Greek yogurt to avoid icy popsicles!

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Tips For Making This Recipe

Hack on How to Remove Frozen Popsicles

Having a hard time removing the popsicles from the mold? Hold the outside of each mold under running hot water for 20 seconds! Then just wiggle the stick from side to side to loosen the popsicle further.

Make-Ahead and Storage Tips

You can wrap each red white and blue popsicle individually in plastic wrap, then store them in a freezer bag for up to 1 week. You can also just leave them in the molds, covering the tops with plastic wrap to prevent them from absorbing freezer odors. Serve immediately after thawing, as refreezing them might make the 4th of July popsicles icy and grainy.

Serving Ideas

These red white and blue popsicles will go so well with other refreshing frozen treats like my often-requested summer hit, mango popsicles! You can also prepare a bowl of fresh red white and blue fruit salad, which is particularly delightful after all the grilled meats at the cookout.

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More Delicious Patriotic Treats

• 4th of July Fruit Kabobs
• Red White and Blue Strawberries
• 4th of July Rice Krispie Treats
• American Flag Cake
• Red White and Blue Cupcakes

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Red White and Blue Popsicle Recipe

This red, white and blue popsicle recipe makes the creamiest patriotic popsicles for July 4th. No refined sugar and way better than store-bought!

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword red white and blue popsicle

Prep Time 4 hours hours 50 minutes minutes

Total Time 4 hours hours 50 minutes minutes

Servings 6

Calories 274kcal

Author Louisa

Equipment

• Hand mixer
• Mixing bowls
• Popsicle molds
• Spatula

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup fresh strawberries, finely chopped
• 2 cups heavy whipping cream
• 1 tsp berry stevia
• 1 tsp vanilla stevia
• Few drops blue food coloring

Instructions

• In a chilled mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream with an electric mixer on medium-high speed for about 3 minutes, or until soft peaks form. Then, divide the whipped cream into 3 separate bowls.
• Leave the first bowl of whipped cream plain for the white layer.
  
• Gently fold the vanilla stevia into the second bowl of whipped cream. Once incorporated, add the blue food coloring drop by drop, folding after each addition until you reach a nice, vivid blue throughout.
  
• For the red layer, add the finely chopped strawberries and berry stevia to the third bowl of whipped cream. Fold gently until the berries are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
• Pour the blue mixture evenly into the bottom of the popsicle molds, filling each mold to approximately one-third capacity. Tap the mold gently on the counter to level the surface, and freeze for 20 minutes.
  
• Spoon the plain whipped cream over the blue layer, filling each pop mold roughly two-thirds full. To keep it from mixing with the blue, pour against the side of the mold rather than directly onto the blue layer. Freeze for another 20 minutes.
  
• Finally, spoon the strawberry cream mixture over the set white layer, filling to just below the rim of the mold, leaving room for expansion. Insert popsicle sticks straight down into the center of each mold and freeze for 4 to 6 hours.
  

Notes

• Having a hard time removing the popsicles from the mold? Hold the outside of each mold under running hot water for 20 seconds! Then just wiggle the stick from side to side to loosen the popsicle further.
• You can wrap each red white and blue popsicle individually in plastic wrap, then store them in a freezer bag for up to 1 week. You can also just leave them in the molds, covering the tops with plastic wrap to prevent them from absorbing freezer odors. Serve immediately after thawing, as refreezing them might make the 4th of July popsicles icy and grainy.
• These red white and blue popsicles will go so well with other refreshing frozen treats like my often-requested summer hit, mango popsicles! You can also prepare a bowl of fresh red white and blue fruit salad, which is particularly delightful after all the grilled meats at the cookout.

Nutrition

Calories: 274kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 90mg | Sodium: 22mg | Potassium: 94mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1168IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 54mg | Iron: 0.1mg

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There’s just something about homemade Rice Krispie treats that hits the spot in a way store-bought ones never do, right?

And when it comes to Independence Day, nothing says “celebration” louder than 4th of July Rice Krispie bars shaped like stars and decked out in red, white, and blue!

Take it from me and make an extra batch of these crunchy, chewy red white and blue snacks.

I promise you won’t have any leftovers on the dessert table!

If you’re dedicated to skipping the oven for your Fourth of July sweet treats, make sure to bookmark my equally fun and patriotic 4th of July fruit kabobs and red white and blue fruit salad.

It’s hard to resist fresh, juicy fruits after all the grilled meats at the BBQ!

Why You’ll Love This 4th of July Rice Krispie Treats Recipe

• These patriotic Rice Krispy treats come together without turning on the oven, so you can just focus on grilling and entertaining at your Independence Day party!
• Sticky, crunchy, chewy, and packed with classic vanilla flavor, these red white and blue Rice Krispie treats are a festive 4th of July dessert you can whip up at the last minute and know everyone will happily grab seconds of!
• While they’re perfect for your Independence Day menu, these 4th of July Rice Krispie also work for any patriotic celebration that calls for something sweet in red, white, and blue. In fact, these can also become your Labor Day or Memorial Day Rice Krispie treats!

Ingredients

Unsalted butter – I don’t recommend using alternatives like margarine, as they’ll just make the Independence Day Rice Krispie treats greasy. Butter is also your best choice to prevent the treats from separating!

Marshmallows – Make sure to use fresh ones! If they’re stale, you’ll have a hard time melting them, or you’ll end up with tougher Patriotic Rice Krispy treats.

Rice Krispie Cereal – You can use any puffed rice cereal brand for these 4th of July Rice Krispie bars, but I personally like the lightness of Kellogg’s Rice Krispies.

Red candy melts and blue candy melts – Of course, these Fourth of July Rice Krispie treats are drizzled in patriotic colors. To make things quick and easy, we just used red and blue candy melts.

White chocolate – You can also use white candy melts, but white chocolate adds a richness that complements the vanilla flavor of these 4th of July Rice Krispies treats.

Red, white, and blue sprinkles – These go on while the mixture for the patriotic treats is still warm. You don’t want your sprinkles to fall off when they’re picked up!

Oh, and feel free to use your favorite red, white, and blue edible decorations.

Non-stick cooking spray – Your secret weapon when making 4th of July Rice Crispy treats at home! If you’ve made Rice Krispie treats before, you know how ridiculously sticky they can be.

Ingredient Additions & Substitutions For 4th of July Rice Krispie Bars

Salted butter

Want to make Fourth of July Rice Krispie treats that’ll make everyone ask you, “Wow, these are great, what’s in these?”

Use salted butter instead of unsalted to balance the treats’ sweetness!

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Rice Krispies substitutes

We used Rice Krispies so those red, white, and blue sprinkles and drizzles really pop on these 4th of July Rice Krispie treats, but honestly, you can have fun with the recipe.

Swap in different cereals and make these treats your own!

If you’re serving these as 4th of July snacks for kids, Fruity Pebbles will definitely add some whimsy and turn up the sweetness at your 4th of July celebration.

Or, for a unique take on the chewy, crunchy cereal snacks, try making these stars with Cinnamon Toast Crunch. The cinnamon pairs so well with the marshmallows and white chocolate!

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Toppings

These red white and blue Rice Krispie treats are definitely one of the most fun 4th of July food ideas you can serve this summer. That said, go ahead and top your July 4th Rice Krispie treats with yummy extras like white chocolate chips, patriotic M&M’s, or even some crushed freeze-dried strawberries!

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Tips For Making This Recipe

Use Any Brand

You can make these star-shaped Rice Krispie treats with any brand of cereal you like. You can even use a whole wheat or gluten-free variety to suit your preference!

Serving Suggestions

Serve these 4th of July Rice Krispie treats with other red, white, and blue foods! Try 4th of July hot dogs as your main dish and red, white, and blue sangria to wash it all down.

Make Little Flags

You can cut the slab into rectangles and decorate the 4th of July Rice Krispie bars like a flag. Spread blue candy melts in the top left corner, add star-shaped sprinkles, and drizzle red and white stripes across the bar!

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More Delicious July 4th Dessert Recipes

• Red White and Blue Cupcakes
• American Flag Cake
• Red White and Blue Strawberries
• Red White and Blue Popsicles
• American Flag Fruit Pizza

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4th of July Rice Krispie Treats

These 4th of July Rice Krispie Treats are cut into stars and drizzled with red, white, and blue candy. An easy, no-bake hit for any patriotic celebration!

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword 4th of july rice krispie bars, 4th of july rice krispie treats

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes minutes

30 minutes minutes

Total Time 45 minutes minutes

Servings 6

Calories 155kcal

Author Louisa

Equipment

• Saucepan
• Silicone spatula
• Baking dish
• Star-shaped cookie cutter
• Mixing bowls

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 5 oz marshmallows
• 3 cups Rice Krispie Cereal
• 1 handful red candy melts
• 1 handful blue candy melts
• 1 handful white chocolate, roughly chopped
• Red, white, and blue sprinkles
• Non-stick cooking spray

Instructions

• Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over low heat.
• Add the marshmallows and stir with a silicone spatula until completely melted.
  
• Remove the pan from the heat and pour in the rice cereal. Fold the Rice Krispies into the marshmallow mixture, stirring from the bottom up until every piece is well coated.
  
• Lightly grease your baking dish and spatula. Pour the cereal mixture into the prepared baking dish and press it down firmly and evenly with the spatula. Aim for about 3/4-inch thickness so the stars hold their shape when cut.
  
• While the mixture is still slightly warm, scatter the sprinkles evenly across the top. Gently press them into place with your fingertips to help them stick to the surface.
  
• Let the cereal slab cool and set at room temperature for 30 minutes before cutting. Once done, press a star-shaped cookie cutter straight down through the slab. You can lightly grease the cookie cutter with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  
• Melt the candy melts separately according to the package instructions. For the white chocolate, microwave the pieces in a microwave-safe bowl for 20 seconds at a time, stirring between intervals, until completely melted.
• Transfer the candy melts and white chocolate to individual sandwich bags. Snip a very small corner, then drizzle them over each Rice Krispies star in back-and-forth lines. If using all three colors, let each color set before adding the next so they don't blend together.
• Let the drizzles set at room temperature for 20 minutes or refrigerate for 5 minutes, and they're ready to serve or store!
  

Notes

• You can make these star-shaped Rice Krispie treats with any brand of cereal you like. You can even use a whole wheat or gluten-free variety to suit your preference!
• Serve these 4th of July Rice Krispie treats with other red, white, and blue foods! Try 4th of July hot dogs as your main dish and red, white, and blue sangria to wash it all down.
• You can cut the slab into rectangles and decorate the 4th of July Rice Krispie bars like a flag. Spread blue candy melts in the top left corner, add star-shaped sprinkles, and drizzle red and white stripes across the bar!

Nutrition

Calories: 155kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 93mg | Potassium: 20mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 1019IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 4mg

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A summer-ready dessert and a patriotic-themed food in one; let me hook you up with the freshest red white and blue fruit salad for the 4th of July, Memorial Day, Labor Day, or anytime you’re feeling patriotic and looking for something fast and festive.

The fact that this Fourth of July salad only takes 10 minutes to make also means it’s hard to come up with an excuse to skimp up on having fun patriotic foods for a party.

Is it really that easy to make?

Well, for starters, you don’t need to do any cooking, and the ingredients are so few that you can skip the notes app and just remember to get some fresh berries, pears, watermelon, and a lemon!

This American flag fruit salad is also nutritious and refreshing, perfect after all the grilled meats at your cookout.

Looking for more 4th of July desserts you can throw together on short notice?

If you have extra berries after making this Fourth of July fruit salad, then you can also make a platter of my favorite red white and blue strawberries plus some 4th of July fruit kabobs!

Why You’ll Love This Patriotic Fruit Salad Recipe

• From its flag-inspired colors and star-shaped fruits, this 4th of July fruit salad makes a festive and impressive red white and blue party food. Serve it not just on Independence Day, but also for Memorial Day, Labor Day, or any patriotic holiday!
• This patriotic fruit salad only needs 5 ingredients and requires zero cooking. It’s truly perfect for hosting this summer when cookouts get pretty hectic.
• This red, white, and blue salad is budget-friendly and adaptable! Because it’s dressing-free, it makes a fantastic dessert to serve after all the hearty 4th of July mains.

Ingredients

Pears – The white fruits in our 4th of July fruit bowl. Since we’re cutting them with a star cookie cutter, use ripe but firm pears. I like sweet, juicy Bartlett pears, but crisp, woodsy Bosc pears are also satisfying with ripe berries and watermelon.

Seedless watermelon – We’re making our red stars from a seedless watermelon. The keyword here is seedless, because the seeds can make the red white blue fruit salad look messy and, let’s be honest, take away from the eating experience.

Strawberries – No fruit salad for the 4th of July is complete without vibrant red strawberries! Fresh strawberries are the way to go, especially since the salad may be sitting out in the summer heat for a while.

Blueberries – The blue fruits in our patriotic salad. Look for deeply colored, solid blue, plump blueberries, as the pale ones are likely underripe and tart. Don’t forget to pat your fruits dry to avoid adding excess water to the 4th July fruit salad!

Lemon juice – This July Fourth fruit salad skips the dressing. We’re only using a little lemon juice to keep the cut pears from browning too quickly.

But for Team Dressing, I’ve got you covered—I’ve shared a delicious dressing idea below, so keep reading!

Ingredient Additions & Substitutions For Red White and Blue Fruit Salad

Red

If the red fruits in this patriotic fruit salad aren’t practical or in season, don’t worry. Raspberries and cherries make great substitutes!

You can always get creative and cut the stars from other fruits to make this American flag fruit salad recipe work.

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White

Not a fan of pears? You can add “white” to this July 4th fruit salad with apples and white nectarines instead!

But since both are prone to oxidizing, don’t forget the lemon juice trick.

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If you’re open to ingredients beyond fruit, feta cheese crumbles and mini marshmallows provide a nice contrast in both texture and flavor.

Blue

Blueberries are really my best pick for bringing that pop of blue to this red, white, and blue fruit salad. But if you can’t find them, blackberries or grapes will do.

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Tips For Making This Recipe

Keep the Stars Intact

The berries go to the bowl first, so you’ll have room to fold in the delicate pear and watermelon stars. You want to fold the patriotic fruit salad from the bottom up, as stirring can mash or break the stars.

Use the Best Fruits

Use fresh, ripe, firm fruits for this red white and blue fruit salad! Frozen fruits will release liquid as they thaw, making the salad watery. And while you want to avoid mushy, overripe fruits, you still want to use ripe ones, or the salad will be more on the tart side.

Enjoy Immediately

This 4th of July fruit salad tastes amazing chilled, but it’ll have the best texture and visual appeal if you serve it within 2 hours. Otherwise, the fruits will soften and release their juices, not to mention, your white stars will discolor over time.

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More Delicious 4th of July Potluck Foods and Memorial Day Party Food Ideas

• Fourth of July Hot Dogs
• Red White and Blue Sangria
• Patriotic Charcuterie Board
• Red White and Blue Popsicles
• American Flag Cake

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Patriotic Fruit Salad

This patriotic fruit salad with star-cut pears, watermelon, and berries is perfect for the 4th of July, Memorial Day, and summer. Healthy and ready in minutes!

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword patriotic fruit salad, red white and blue fruit salad

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Total Time 10 minutes minutes

Servings 5

Calories 129kcal

Author Louisa

Equipment

• Star-shaped cookie cutter
• Knife
• Mixing bowl
• Wooden spoon

Ingredients

• 2 pears, peeled
• 1/4 small seedless watermelon
• 1 cup strawberries, rinsed and patted dry
• 1/2 cup blueberries
• 1/2 lemon, juiced

Instructions

• Slice the pears, then press a star-shaped cookie cutter straight down through each slice.
• Toss the pear stars in freshly squeezed lemon juice until evenly coated to prevent browning. Set aside.
  
• Slice the watermelon into 3/4- to 1-inch-thick slabs and press the star cookie cutter down through the flesh to cut the watermelon stars.
  
• Hull and quarter the strawberries. Rinse and dry the blueberries.
• Combine the strawberries and blueberries in a large mixing bowl.
  
• Gently fold in the pear stars and watermelon stars with a large spoon or rubber spatula, starting from the bottom up.
  
• Gently fold in the pear stars and watermelon stars with a large spoon or rubber spatula, starting from the bottom up.
  

Notes

• The berries go to the bowl first, so you’ll have room to fold in the delicate pear and watermelon stars. You want to fold the patriotic fruit salad from the bottom up, as stirring can mash or break the stars.
• Use fresh, ripe, firm fruits for this red white and blue fruit salad! Frozen fruits will release liquid as they thaw, making the salad watery. And while you want to avoid mushy, overripe fruits, you still want to use ripe ones, or the salad will be more on the tart side.
• This 4th of July fruit salad tastes amazing chilled, but it’ll have the best texture and visual appeal if you serve it within 2 hours. Otherwise, the fruits will soften and release their juices, not to mention, your white stars will discolor over time.

Nutrition

Calories: 129kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Sodium: 4mg | Potassium: 405mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin A: 1312IU | Vitamin C: 45mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 1mg

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Who knew patriotic snacks could be this tasty?

This 4th July charcuterie board is arranged in the shape of the American flag with red, white, and blue appetizers that cover everyone’s cravings at the gathering.

Find sweet fruits, savory sausages, different types of cheese, crunchy rice crackers, and fresh peppers! I promise this American flag charcuterie board is as fun to nibble through as it is to make.

Did I mention that this snack board can also double as a Labor Day and Memorial Day charcuterie board?

Commemorate all the patriotic holidays with a festive centerpiece that’ll have everyone taking its picture (then immediately start picking at the edges)

No time to cook but need a 4th of July food for a crowd? My patriotic charcuterie board ideas come together fast with the added bonus of looking amazing on the table!

This 4th of July charcuterie board makes a great grazing spread if you’re looking for more variety, while this 4-ingredient American flag charcuterie board is a budget-friendly option that can still bring big holiday vibes to the party.

Why You’ll Love This Patriotic Charcuterie Board Recipe

• This patriotic charcuterie board is one of the best July 4th charcuterie board ideas you can make this summer. It brings together a mix of flavors and textures that guests can mix and match.
• This July 4th charcuterie board is not just for Independence Day. Styled like the American flag with red, white, and blue snacks, it’s also perfect as a Labor Day and Memorial Day charcuterie board!
• This red, white, and blue snack board has no hard-and-fast rules. Use our arrangement as inspiration and customize your platter however you like!

Ingredients

Blueberries – They form the blue section of our flag charcuterie board. Use uniform-sized blueberries and pack them tightly. Dried fruits also work!

Red cherries – Red cherries make up the first red strip on our USA charcuterie board. You can also keep their stems on for easy grabbing.

Mini mozzarella balls – They’re the first white stripe on the patriotic party snack board. Don’t forget to pat them dry with a paper towel to avoid adding moisture to the board!

Red bell peppers – For the July 4 charcuterie board’s second red stripe. Slice them into thin strips and lay them flat in a clean row. Slightly sweet and crunchy, they’d go so well with mozzarella cheese.

Round rice crackers – For the next white stripe, we went with rice crackers. Their round shape creates a cohesive pattern with the round sausage slices.

Pro tip: Use a plain or lightly salted variety to keep the flavors of your patriotic charcuterie board in harmony.

Sausages – In my opinion, the best Fourth of July food board goes beyond cheese and fruit. After all, no patriotic celebration feels complete without meat!

White cheddar cheese slices – One of the most creative Fourth of July charcuterie board patriotic appetizers is cheese cut into stars!

We’re also arranging several slices in a row for the flag’s white stripe. You can even add other types of cheese and make this a full-blown cheese board!

Strawberries – Our final red stripe at the bottom of the board is made from firm, ripe strawberries. Fresh is best, since frozen berries can add moisture to the board.

Ingredient Additions & Substitutions For 4th of July Charcuterie Board

Red food items

Don’t stop at cherries, bell peppers, sausages, and strawberries!

You can also use cherry tomatoes and other cured meats like salami to take the board in a more savory direction.

Extra red fruits like raspberries will also be great for this Fourth of July appetizer tray.

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White food items

The white stripes of this delicious flag can be made with cubed provolone or any white cheese that pairs well with the other 4th of July or Memorial Day snacks you’ve chosen.

I also think a couple of white chocolate squares and yogurt covered pretzels will be a welcome treat after all the grilled meats at your summer holiday barbecues.

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Blue food items

You can make the canton on your 4th of July food board with grapes!

Or, alternatively, use blue tortilla chips if you want more crunchy bites on your patriotic snack board.

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Tips For Making This Recipe

Swap as You Please

Treat the ingredients we used in this patriotic charcuterie board as suggestions! Add whatever is in season, consider food allergies, or just use what pairs best with your 4th of July menu.

Assemble Close to Serving

For food safety, this American flag charcuterie board is best enjoyed within 1 to 2 hours. It’s always better to serve a smaller amount and refill than to have a full board sitting out too long. Summer can be brutal!

Serving Ideas

Serve this July 4th charcuterie board alongside a pitcher of red, white, and blue sangria and a plate of patriotic chocolate-covered strawberries for a complete spread. Small bowls of honey, jam, and blue cheese dip on the side make great additions as well!

July 4th Charcuterie Board Recipe FAQs

More Delicious 4th July Food Ideas

• Fourth of July Hot Dogs
• American Flag Fruit Pizza
• Red, White, and Blue Fruit Salad
• 4th of July Rice Krispie Treats
• Red, White, and Blue Cupcakes

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Patriotic Charcuterie Board

This patriotic charcuterie board is arranged like the American flag with sweet and savory rows. Ready in 10 minutes, perfect for Memorial Day and 4th of July!

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Keyword patriotic charcuterie board

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Total Time 10 minutes minutes

Servings 5

Calories 418kcal

Author Louisa

Equipment

• Charcuterie board
• Star-shaped cookie cutter
• Knife

Ingredients

• 1 cup blueberries
• 1 cup red cherries
• 1 cup mini mozzarella balls
• 2 red bell peppers, sliced into thin strips
• 1 cup round rice crackers
• 1 cup sausages, sliced into rounds
• 1 cup white cheddar cheese slices, cut into small squares
• 1 cup strawberries, quartered

Instructions

• Push the blueberries into a tight, compact rectangle in the top left corner of the board.
• Starting at the top right, next to the blueberry canton, work downward in horizontal rows across the full width of the board. Begin with the rows of red cherries and mozzarella balls, arranged snugly together.
  
• Next, lay the red bell pepper strips flat lengthwise, followed by the rice crackers, slightly overlapping.
  
• For the next rows, arrange the sausages flat side down, followed by the white cheddar squares.
  
• Finally, add the row of strawberries at the bottom, cut-side up. Make sure each row is packed tightly against the next so the flag has no visible gaps.
• Straight from the fridge, cut the slice of white cheddar cheese into stars using a small star cookie cutter.
• Arrange the stars across the blueberry field, pressing each one down gently to secure it in place. Serve within an hour for the best texture and presentation. Enjoy!
  

Notes

• Treat the ingredients we used in this patriotic charcuterie board as suggestions! Add whatever is in season, consider food allergies, or just use what pairs best with your 4th of July menu.
• For food safety, this American flag charcuterie board is best enjoyed within 1 to 2 hours. It’s always better to serve a smaller amount and refill than to have a full board sitting out too long. Summer can be brutal!
• Serve this July 4th charcuterie board alongside a pitcher of red, white, and blue sangria and a plate of patriotic chocolate-covered strawberries for a complete spread. Small bowls of honey, jam, and blue cheese dip on the side make great additions as well!

Nutrition

Calories: 418kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 74mg | Sodium: 698mg | Potassium: 395mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 1941IU | Vitamin C: 83mg | Calcium: 309mg | Iron: 2mg

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Dressed in red, white, and blue, I dare you to name a more iconic way to serve the Independence Day staple this summer than these festive Fourth of July hot dogs.

This patriotic hot dog recipe uses 8 ingredients to turn the beloved cookout food into the most talked-about dish at any backyard gathering. And let’s be honest, these bad boys are the most American thing you can eat this 4th of July!

I also love how it takes as long to make as regular hot dogs, so there’s no reason to serve anything less fun at your summer BBQ.

To be more specific, their cook time only takes 30 minutes!

After learning how to make flag hot dogs, keep your creative 4th of July food ideas flowing with my favorite recipes for July 4th party.

You can start the guests off with a 4th of July charcuterie board and a pitcher of red white and blue sangria while the grill heats up!

Who knows? Maybe you can also host your own hot dog eating contest inspired by Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July International Hot Dog Eating Championship!

Why You’ll Love This 4th of July Hot Dogs Recipe

• These American flag hot dogs are the most patriotic food you can serve at your Fourth of July celebration! Who knew that you only need basic ingredients to turn America’s favorite grilled hot dog into a festive showstopper?
• These 4th of July hot dogs are familiar, customizable, and adaptable. Swap out the condiments and add extra toppings, and even the pickiest eater at your cookout will surely grab a holiday hot dog.
• Making these red white and blue hot dogs is not only easy for a one-person team. Have friends and family join in the fun of assembling them, or use this patriotic recipe to host a fun, DIY hot dog bar for July 4th or Memorial Day picnic!

Ingredients

Hot dog buns – Fluffy and slightly sweet, brioche buns are my favorite with meaty, freshly grilled hot dogs. But since Fourth of July foods should please a crowd, feel free to serve your July 4th hot dogs on any bun your guests love.

Hot dogs – A summer BBQ staple, you can never go wrong with hot dogs if you don’t know what to cook for Fourth of July. You can prepare them however you like, but hot dogs grilled, broiled, or fried are usually the crowd-pleasers. If you’re asking me, grilled wins every time!

Iceberg lettuce leaves – You can also shred your greens, coleslaw-style! The fresh crunch is a must to balance the richness of the condiments and beef hot dogs.

Pickled cucumber – The tangy bite pairs perfectly with the savory, meaty flavors of 4th of July hot dogs.

Not a fan of pickles? Thinly sliced fresh cucumbers add the same refreshing crunch without the extra acidity.

Ketchup – We transferred the condiments to piping bags for a clean, controlled drizzle. Use any brand you like!

Mayonnaise – Tinted with food coloring, it adds the blue to these red white and blue hot dogs. If you’d prefer a lighter option, I really enjoy this vegan mayo.

White cheddar cheese slices – These red white and blue hotdogs get an extra patriotic touch with white cheese stars on top! For the cleanest cuts, use the cheese slice straight from the fridge, then press firmly with a star cookie cutter.

Blue gel food coloring – I think what separates good Fourth of July recipes from the best Fourth of July food ideas is creativity. There are so many fun ways to make red, white, and blue food items, and the easiest one is tinting your ingredients with food coloring!

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Condiments

Besides going with the classic pairing of ketchup and mayonnaise, why not play around with your condiments for these party-ready Fourth of July hot dogs?

I personally like ranch and hot sauce, but you can also be more spontaneous and try unconventional ones like BBQ sauce and sour cream!

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Meatless hot dogs

Let your vegan and vegetarian guests join in the fun by swapping in plant-based hot dogs (and don’t forget to substitute the other ingredients too for a fully vegan version).

For these 4th of July hot dogs, choose ones that hold up well on the grill for that classic BBQ flavor.

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Toppings

We kept the toppings on these July 4th hot dogs simple, but once you’ve got your red, white, and blue in place, feel free to go all out like a fireworks show on Independence Day.

You can’t go wrong with crispy chopped bacon, a few jalapeno slices for kick, and sweet caramelized onions, which are always a hit at my cookouts!

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Tips For Making This Recipe

Make Perfect Hot Dogs Without a Grill

If you want perfectly cooked hot dogs without firing up the grill, and pan-frying also feels too slow for a crowd, use the air fryer! Air fry the hot dogs at 400°F for 5 minutes, turning them over halfway through. No need to cut them either, which makes prep time even faster.

Make-Ahead and Storage

For easier prep, fill piping bags with condiments the morning of your cookout and refrigerate them. You can also wash and dry the lettuce leaves and pre-cut the cheese stars about an hour before assembling the 4th of July hot dogs. Keep everything chilled until you’re ready to build. These flag hot dogs are best served right after assembly, so everything looks great and the textures stay fresh. And for leftovers, you can store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.

Serving Suggestions

Coleslaw, French fries, and potato salad are classic pairings for grilled hot dogs, but you can surprise your guests (without anyone realizing how easy it was) with special sides like bacon ranch pasta salad and accordion potatoes. My air fryer corn ribs and bacon mac and cheese are also often requested every summer!

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More Fun 4th of July Food Ideas

• 4th of July Fruit Kabobs
• American Flag Charcuterie Board
• Red White and Blue Fruit Salad
• 4th of July Rice Krispie Treats
• Red White and Blue Strawberries

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4th of July Hot Dogs

These 4th of July hot dogs are a fun and patriotic way to enjoy the summer cookout classic. Easy, delicious, and ready in 30 minutes for any crowd!

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Keyword 4th of july hot dogs

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes minutes

Total Time 30 minutes minutes

Servings 3

Calories 437kcal

Author Louisa

Equipment

• Knife
• Piping bags
• Star-shaped cookie cutter
• Gas grill
• Tongs

Ingredients

• 3 hot dog buns, sliced on top
• 3 hot dogs
• 3 iceberg lettuce leaves
• 9 slices pickled cucumber
• 3 tbsp ketchup
• 3 tbsp mayonnaise
• 1 slice white cheddar cheese
• Blue gel food coloring for the mayo

Instructions

• Heat your gas grill for a two-level fire with one side set to medium-low and the other cranked up to high. Cook the hot dogs for about 1 1/2 minutes on the cooler side, then move them to the hotter side and turn them regularly until they're cooked to your liking. I like them with a few char spots!
• Add blue food coloring one drop at a time to tint the mayonnaise blue. Transfer the blue mayonnaise into a piping bag, then snip a small opening at the tip. Transfer the ketchup into your other piping bag and snip a small opening at the tip as well.
  
• Toast the brioche buns however you like. For the grill, toast them cut-side down on the grates for 1 minute.
• To make the white stars, press a small star-shaped cookie cutter through the slice of white cheddar cheese. Repeat until you have enough stars.
• Now you're ready to assemble! Line each toasted bun with a lettuce leaf, then lay a few pickled cucumber slices on top. Place the cooked hot dog in the center, then pipe clean lines of ketchup and mayonnaise down its length. Finish the 4th of July hot dogs with cheese stars on top, and you're done!
  

Notes

• If you want perfectly cooked hot dogs without firing up the grill, and pan-frying also feels too slow for a crowd, use the air fryer! Air fry the hot dogs at 400°F for 5 minutes, turning them over halfway through. No need to cut them either, which makes prep time even faster.
• For easier prep, fill piping bags with condiments the morning of your cookout and refrigerate them. You can also wash and dry the lettuce leaves and pre-cut the cheese stars about an hour before assembling the 4th of July hot dogs. Keep everything chilled until you’re ready to build. These flag hot dogs are best served right after assembly, so everything looks great and the textures stay fresh. And for leftovers, you can store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.
• Coleslaw, French fries, and potato salad are classic pairings for grilled hot dogs, but you can surprise your guests (without anyone realizing how easy it was) with special sides like bacon ranch pasta salad and accordion potatoes. My air fryer corn ribs and bacon mac and cheese are also often requested every summer!

Nutrition

Calories: 437kcal | Carbohydrates: 46g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 49mg | Sodium: 4540mg | Potassium: 650mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 1071IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 333mg | Iron: 3mg

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If you don’t have patriotic desserts yet for this year’s 4th of July celebration, these red white and blue strawberries only take about half an hour to make.

They require nothing more than a stovetop (or a microwave if I’m being honest about how I actually cook when I’m hosting).

Whether as 4th of July desserts, Memorial Day treats, or Labor Day sweets, our selection of red white and blue snacks will have you feeling patriotic and happy.

My red white and blue cupcakes and 4th of July Rice Krispie treats are my recommendation if you want a memorable dessert table. They’re not as straightforward as these Fourth of July chocolate strawberries, but they’re guaranteed to make everyone want to snap a photo ASAP!

Why You’ll Love This Red White and Blue Strawberries Recipe

• These 4th July chocolate covered strawberries prove you can make an impressive patriotic food in under 30 minutes. You don’t need to use the oven, and they’re so easy to make that you can turn it into a bonding activity with kids!
• This red white and blue strawberries recipe is not just for Independence Day. You can also serve these patriotic treats as your Memorial Day strawberries or Labor Day desserts!
• More than their festive looks, these red white blue chocolate covered strawberries make the perfect patriotic summer snack. Serve them cold on their own or with other refreshing 4th of July recipes (peep my July 4th sangria)!

Ingredients

Strawberries – Fresh is best for these red white blue strawberries! Select fresh strawberries that are firm, bright-colored, and plump, and avoid those that are shriveled, soft, or moldy.

Got extra berries?

Use them for other quick 4th of July fruit desserts like red white and blue fruit salad and 4th of July fruit kabobs!

White chocolate – Just like with other holiday treats made with a few ingredients, make sure to use the best-quality ingredients for these Fourth of July chocolate-covered strawberries. No one wants to bite into waxy chocolate!

Red candy melts and blue candy melts – Everything about this 4th of July chocolate covered strawberry recipe is super easy, and that includes their patriotic red and blue drizzle!

Candy melts melt effortlessly, perfect for beginners in the kitchen!

Red white and blue sprinkles – The finishing touch on our patriotic treats. You can even use star-shaped ones to give your red, white, and blue chocolate-covered strawberries extra whimsy.

Ingredient Additions & Substitutions For Patriotic Strawberries

Food coloring

If you can’t find candy melts, just tint your melted white chocolate with red and blue oil-based food coloring! The food coloring has to be oil-based, as water-based food coloring will make the chocolate grainy.

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Sanding sugar

Besides sprinkles and nonpareils, sanding sugar is also perfect for effortlessly decorating these red, white, and blue-dipped strawberries.

The sky is the limit when it comes to decorating these Fourth of July strawberries! After all, one of the best things about homemade 4th July foods is dressing them up in patriotic colors.

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Tips For Making This Red White and Blue Strawberries Recipe

Make Sure the Berries are Dry

Make sure your strawberries are completely dry before dipping them in chocolate, as any moisture can prevent the coating from sticking properly. Gently pat them dry with paper towels, place them on a clean kitchen towel, and then let them air-dry for at least 15 minutes.

Prepare an Assembly Line

Have everything ready before you begin! Arrange the strawberries on the parchment-lined baking sheet, place the bowl of sprinkles nearby, and transfer the melted candy melts into their piping bags. This way, you can work quickly and ensure the sprinkles will adhere to the coating before it sets!

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More Red White And Blue Food Ideas

• Fourth of July Hot Dogs
• American Flag Charcuterie Board
• Red White and Blue Popsicles
• American Flag Fruit Pizza
• Red White and Blue Sangria

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Red White and Blue Strawberries Recipe

These red white and blue strawberries recipe is a staple for any patriotic holiday. Just 5 ingredients for a widely enjoyed and stunning party dessert!

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Keyword red white and blue strawberries recipe

Prep Time 20 minutes minutes

Cook Time 2 minutes minutes

Total Time 22 minutes minutes

Servings 8

Calories 66kcal

Author Louisa

Equipment

• Mixing bowls
• Ziploc bags
• Baking sheet
• Parchment paper

Ingredients

• 1 cup strawberries, stems intact
• 1/2 cup white chocolate
• Red candy melts
• Blue candy melts
• Red white and blue sprinkles

Instructions

• Rinse the strawberries and pat them dry with paper towels. Set aside to make sure they're completely dry before coating.
• Melt the white chocolate until smooth. For convenience, just pop the white chocolate in the microwave and melt in 30-second bursts at regular power, stirring between each, until smooth.
  
• Hold each strawberry by its stem, then dip it into the melted white chocolate. Let the excess coating drip back into the bowl for a few seconds.
• Place the dipped strawberries on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Let them set completely, about 20 minutes.
  
• Melt the candy melts separately according to package instructions. Transfer each melted candy melt into its own ziplock bag. Press out the air, seal, and snip a small corner.
• Drizzle the melted blue candy over the white chocolate coated strawberries in a quick back-and-forth motion.
  
• Follow with the melted red candy in the same motion. While the drizzles are still wet, scatter patriotic sprinkles over the strawberries.
  
• Allow the finished red white and blue strawberries to set before serving, about 20 minutes. To speed things up, feel free to refrigerate them for 15 minutes!
  

Notes

• Make sure your strawberries are completely dry before dipping them in chocolate, as any moisture can prevent the coating from sticking properly. Gently pat them dry with paper towels, place them on a clean kitchen towel, and then let them air-dry for at least 15 minutes.
• Have everything ready before you begin! Arrange the strawberries on the parchment-lined baking sheet, place the bowl of sprinkles nearby, and transfer the melted candy melts into their piping bags. This way, you can work quickly and ensure the sprinkles will adhere to the coating before it sets.

Nutrition

Calories: 66kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 10mg | Potassium: 60mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 6IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 25mg | Iron: 0.1mg

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Need a 4th of July food for a crowd?

Take inspiration from the American flag and make this Fourth of July charcuterie board in 10 minutes!

I have set this board out at various July 4th cookouts, and all I can say is make sure you have backup for the patriotic appetizers, wink.

While you don’t need to follow my ingredient list, make sure to offer a variety of sweet and savory bites.

Your 4th of July board should not just be a feast for the eyes. It should also satisfy everyone looking for a snack while the grill heats up!

If you want another 4th of July themed food that can easily become a showpiece at your patriotic party, check out my patriotic charcuterie board! (Because you can never have too many July 4 charcuterie board ideas, right?)

And of course, don’t forget to offer an equally festive drink to pair with the red, white, and blue appetizers. No need to overthink it because we have a red, white, and blue sangria!

Why You’ll Love This 4th of July Charcuterie Board Recipe

• This 4th of July charcuterie board doesn’t require a stove or an oven. No separate dishes means no extra clean-up!
• Besides Independence Day, this patriotic charcuterie board is also perfect for other holidays! Use it as a last-minute option when you run out of Labor Day or Memorial Day party food ideas.
• This Independence Day charcuterie board is customizable to any crowd! Adjust the appetizers for dietary needs, use whatever is readily available, or load it up with easy 4th of July appetizers that don’t require extra preparation.

Ingredients And Substitutions

White cheddar cheese – Whether as a July 4th or Memorial Day charcuterie board, this red white blue charcuterie board screams abundance. Be generous with ingredients like cheese, so the platter looks inviting.

Mozzarella string cheese sticks – Mozzarella cheese sticks are one of the best easy finger foods for 4th of July. They pair well with meats and fruits, and they’re perfect for filling the gaps between the larger elements of this 4th of July snack board.

Bruschette mini toasts – Crunchy and savory, these mini toasts are one of the best snack ideas for 4th of July! But of course, feel free to use your favorite finger foods. My tip is to choose something sturdy enough to hold up to the cheese and meat in this July 4th charcuterie board.

Cherry tomatoes – We’re featuring sweet and savory patriotic themed food options in this 4th of July charcuterie board. The produce is up to you, but make sure you’re using ones that are easy to grab.

Red radish – This red white blue charcuterie board should be as festive as your Fourth of July celebration. We’re adding some radish slices to intensify the board’s red section, plus their mildly spicy flavor and crunchy texture are quite satisfying!

Black olives – Make sure to drain and pat them dry before placing the olives on the board. You don’t want to add moisture to the patriotic party snack board.

Feel free to mix and match blue-black ingredients that you can easily pack together! We don’t want noticeable gaps on the party board.

Red cabbage – Slice them into thin strips so they’re easier to tuck between the other ingredients. They’re great for dividing sections, and if you fan them out, they’ll create a fuller-looking Fourth of July charcuterie board!

Ham – Their arrangement is up to you, but I do think that rolling them into rosettes creates a more elegant look. This 4th of July-themed charcuterie board looks styled and intentional, not thrown together at the last minute!

Swiss cheese slices – This red white and blue charcuterie board is also decorated with cheese stars. Just use a small star cookie cutter and work on the cheese slices while they’re still cold.

Blueberries, strawberries, and blackberries – A regular favorite in 4th of July cookout food recipes, sweet and juicy mixed berries just make sense for any red and blue-themed gathering.

Use fresh fruits, not just because they look more vibrant, but frozen berries will likely release liquid on the board at your summer gathering.

Cherries and plums – They contrast well with the savory Fourth of July appetizers for party! You can also add your favorite summer fruits for an abundant red white and blue charcuterie board.

Watermelon – You can also use a star cookie cutter on your watermelon for an extra patriotic detail!

In fact, even other fruits like apples and pears are perfect for punching out stars. Just soak them in salty water for 5 minutes, then rinse them under running water to prevent browning.

Tortillas – It’s just fun to have dippers like star-shaped tortillas on a July 4 charcuterie board!

Oh, and lightly toast them before cutting! This will help them hold their shape better.

Ingredient Additions & Substitutions For July 4th Charcuterie Board

Red Patriotic Food Ideas

There are no wrong food options for this Independence Day charcuterie board.

Besides ham, you can use salami rounds. Drained roasted red pepper strips might be more enjoyable than fresh veggies, and red wax cheese like Gouda adds a touch of sophistication.

You’re also not limited to fresh fruits! You can make this board with dried cranberries or maybe even include some sweet, red fillers like red M&M’s to balance the salty snacks.

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White Patriotic Food Ideas

Unsure about what other white treats you can add to your 4th of July party charcuterie board? How about more stars made from firm cheese, like provolone, or add in some crunchy snacks like pita chips?

If you’re looking for a dip to round out this feast, fill up star-shaped bowls with ranch or melted white chocolate! Remember to offer contrasting flavors to give everyone the best experience.

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Blue Patriotic Food Ideas

For the blue zone on this Fourth of July board, you can use halved black grapes, blue yogurt pretzels, and blue corn chips to add variety of textures and flavors.

I also think adding our blackberry jam as your dip is a fantastic way to give your patriotic charcuterie board an extra homemade touch.

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Tips For Making This Recipe

Don’t Overthink Your Board

No fancy cheese board? No problem! Just use a rectangular baking tray or a large cutting board. You can pretty much use anything flat that can handle the amount and weight of all the ingredients.

Keep Everything Fresh

Say no to messy, wet charcuterie! Make sure all your ingredients are dry, and keep crunchy elements away from high-moisture ingredients, such as sliced fruit. Get creative and use some ingredients as natural dividers.

Serving Ideas

What should you serve with your 4th of July charcuterie board? Add dips like hummus, hot honey, pesto, chocolate ganache, and peanut butter on the side to round out this sweet and savory appetizer spread!

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More Delicious Things to Make on 4th of July

• Fourth of July Hot Dogs
• Red White and Blue Strawberries
• Red White and Blue Popsicles
• American Flag Cake
• Red White and Blue Cupcakes

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4th of July Charcuterie Board

This 4th of July charcuterie board is loaded with red, white, and blue snacks. Complete with stars, no patriotic celebration is complete without it.

Course Unique Charcuterie Boards

Cuisine American

Keyword 4th of july charcuterie board

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Total Time 10 minutes minutes

Servings 5

Calories 440kcal

Author Louisa

Equipment

• Charcuterie board
• Knife
• Star cookie cutter
• Cast iron skillet

Ingredients

• 1 cup white cheddar cheese cubed
• 1/2 cup mozzarella string cheese sticks, shredded
• 1/2 cup Bruschette mini toasts
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 1/2 cup red radish, sliced
• 1/2 cup pitted black olives, drained
• 1/2 cup red cabbage, sliced
• 8 slices ham
• 7 Swiss cheese slices, cut into stars
• 1 cup blueberries
• 1 cup strawberries
• 1 cup blackberries
• 1 cup cherries
• 3 plums, sliced
• 1/4 watermelon, sliced
• 5 tortillas, toasted, cut into stars

Instructions

• Wash and dry all the fruits, drain and pat the olives dry, and roll the ham into rosettes. I also recommend slicing the produce right before assembling your 4th of July charcuterie board to keep it from drying out.
• Build the red section on the right side of the board. You can start with the largest ingredients, then layer in the smaller food items around them. Get creative with the arrangement so the sweet and savory elements are interspersed. Add the cheese stars on top of the food items.
  
• Add the white elements. Stagger the heights of the cheese and tortilla stars so the board looks layered rather than flat.
  
• Build the patriotic charcuterie board's blue section on the opposite side of the red section. Make sure to pack your ingredients tightly so you have solid blue and red fields when viewed from above. You can use white ingredients, such as mini toasts, to bridge the red and blue zones.
  
• For an abundant red, white, and blue charcuterie board, check for any remaining gaps on the platter and fill them in. Add height and visual interest by arranging the fillers upright. Then, scatter more stars across the board.

Notes

• No fancy cheese board? No problem! Just use a rectangular baking tray or a large cutting board. You can pretty much use anything flat that can handle the amount and weight of all the ingredients.
• Say no to messy, wet charcuterie! Make sure all your ingredients are dry, and keep crunchy elements away from high-moisture ingredients, such as sliced fruit. Get creative and use some ingredients as natural dividers.
• What should you serve with your 4th of July charcuterie board? Add dips like hummus, hot honey, pesto, chocolate ganache, and peanut butter on the side to round out this sweet-and-savory appetizer spread!

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 440kcal | Carbohydrates: 52g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 50mg | Sodium: 907mg | Potassium: 737mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 29g | Vitamin A: 1888IU | Vitamin C: 57mg | Calcium: 246mg | Iron: 3mg

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