What would a party or picnic be without food? For this year's summer party we're celebrating with an amazing collection of 4th of July foods.
Whether you're entertaining family, friends or the whole neighborhood, there's nothing more important than making sure you have plenty of Traditional 4th of July Foods to help celebrate Independence Day.
How do you celebrate Independence Day? Is it a quiet celebration at home or do you go all out with the traditional barbecue, desserts and then fireworks when the sun goes down?
Years ago, our family would gather at my parents house that was located in a small lake community. We always had tons of food, laughs and even playing a game or two of parcheesi.
Looking for more Patriotic and Summer Grill Recipes? Try my Grilled Chicken Marinade for perfectly cooked chicken or my Easy and Delicious Smithfield BBQ Ribs.
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No matter how you celebrate, you'll want to be sure to check out these great recipes, drinks and desserts to help you throw the perfect star-spangled celebration your family and friends have ever seen.
Independence Day Appetizers
Here's a great list of 4th of July Appetizers to start your party off the right way!
- 16 Easy Patriotic Snacks
- 4th of July Appetizer - a charcuterie board in the shape of a flag.
- 4th of July Charcuterie Board Ideas
- Try my 4th of July Charcuterie Cups for a fun variation on a cheese board!
- 4th of July Dip Recipes
- Fourth of July Themed Appetizers
- How about a red, white and blue patriotic charcuterie board to wow your guests?
- Patriotic Appetizers - everyone will love to start their summer celebration off with you.
- Patriotic Taco Salad
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Beverages
If you're looking for a refreshing drink to beat the heat, try out these non-alcoholic drinks that are perfect for any occasion.
- 20 Patriotic Non-Alcoholic Drinks
- Homemade Peach Iced Tea
- Lemon Basil Mint Spritzer
- Strawberry Lemonade Punch you should add a few blueberries to this punch to really bring the red, white and blue colors to the picnic table.
Side Dishes for 4th of July Picnic
If you're looking for some delicious and easy-to-make side dishes to accompany your main course, check out these summer side dish ideas that will leave everyone wanting more.
- You can't have a summer celebration without a plate of classic deviled eggs.
- Fresh Tomato Salad is perfect when summer tomatoes are ripe!
- July 4th Side Dishes
- Patriotic Side Dishes
- Try serving this Patriotic Salad Recipe in a mason jar for your summer holiday celebrations. They would look fun on a buffet table!
Desserts for 4th of July
Whether you're in the mood for ice cream, fruit, or something else entirely, these summer dessert recipes are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.
- 4th of July Chocolate Chip Cookies
- 4th of July Cake Mix Cookies
- 4th of July Cookies
- 4th of July Cookie Cake!
- 4th of July Cupcake Recipe
- American Flag Sugar Cookie Fruit Pizza
- Berry Cheesecakes using raspberries and blueberries really do make them perfect for summer!
- Berry Trifle
- Easy 4th of July Trifle Recipes
- Easy Patriotic Homemade Brownies
- Flag Fruit Pizza
- Fourth of July Cake
- No Bake Cheesecake Pudding Parfaits
- Oreo Cookie Patriotic Treats
- Patriotic Bundt Cake Recipe - mini bundt cakes decorated for the summer with fun sparkling flags.
- Patriotic Mason Jar Dessert
- Patriotic Cupcake Cake - a pull-apart cupcake cake in the shape of the American Flag!
- Red Velvet 4th of July Cake - this red, white, and blue cake dazzles all!
- Patriotic Berry Trifle is filled with all the colors of summer!
- Red, White and Blue Patriotic Strawberries
- Patriotic Poke Cake - a fun "flag" themed cake for your celebrations!
- Patriotic Cookie Cake - made in a cast iron skillet!
- Sugar Cookie Flag
Recipe Collections
Celebrate in red, white, and blue with this festive collection of patriotic recipes! From star-spangled desserts to easy BBQ favorites, these crowd-pleasing dishes are perfect for Memorial Day, 4th of July, and all your summer gatherings.
- 18 Patriotic Cookie Recipes
- 4th of July BBQ Recipes
- 4th of July Cake Ideas
- 4th of July Cookie Recipes
- 4th of July Cupcakes
- 4th of July Desserts
- 4th of July Dip Recipes
- 4th of July Food Traditions
- 4th of July Fruit Appetizers
- 4th of July Healthy Food Ideas
- 4th of July Salads
- 4th of July Treats
- Crockpot 4th of July Recipes
- Dinner Ideas for 4th of July
- Easy 4th of July Trifle Recipes
- July 4th Menu Ideas
- July 4th Side Dish Recipes
- No Grill 4th of July Recipes
- Oreo 4th of July Cookies
- Patriotic Cake Ideas
- Patriotic Cupcake Ideas
- Patriotic Desserts for Memorial Day
- Patriotic Finger Foods
- Red, White and Blue No Bake Desserts
- Red White and Blue Patriotic Desserts
- Red White and Blue Rice Krispie Treats
- What to Bring to a 4th of July Party
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