Description
Celebrate Independence Day with these easy and delicious July 4th desserts that are sure to impress your friends and family. From red, white, and blue treats to refreshing summer desserts, these recipes are perfect for your July 4th festivities.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 cup blueberries
- 1 cup whipped cream
- 1 package of graham crackers, crushed
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large watermelon, cut into slices
- Star-shaped cookie cutter
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the whipped cream with sugar and vanilla extract until smooth.
- On a platter, arrange the watermelon slices.
- Use the star-shaped cookie cutter to cut out star shapes from the watermelon slices.
- Layer the whipped cream mixture over the watermelon stars.
- Top with sliced strawberries and blueberries to create a red, white, and blue effect.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing July 4th dessert!
Notes
- For a healthier option, replace whipped cream with yogurt.
- You can also use other fruits such as raspberries or blackberries for added color.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 5
- Fat: 5
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Carbohydrates: 22
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 3
Keywords: easy July 4th desserts, red white and blue desserts, summer dessert recipes, no-bake desserts, festive July desserts