Our best 4th of July desserts! Round out your Independence Day menu with one of these delicious sweet treats. Find pies, ice cream, cookies, and more!

Looking for 4th of July dessert ideas? You’re in the right place! I’ve rounded up our best 4th of July desserts below. They include no-bake sweets, easy frozen treats, portable options like cookies and bars, and TONS of delicious baked goods packed with summer fruit. You’ll even find some red, white, and blue ideas in the mix!
All these desserts are easy to prepare, and many are great for making ahead (ideal for when you’re hosting or attending a gathering, if you ask me). Choose one for a sweet ending to your Independence Day BBQ—you can’t go wrong here!
Fruity 4th of July Desserts
Strawberry Shortcake
Use a mix of blueberries and strawberries for extra 4th of July flair!
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Strawberry ShortcakeBlackberry Cobbler
If you’re looking for easy 4th of July desserts, you’ll love this blackberry cobbler. The batter comes together in one bowl in less than 10 minutes. The oven takes care of the rest!
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Blackberry CobblerHomemade Cherry Pie
This homemade cherry pie is a show-stopping 4th of July dessert! A flaky, buttery pie crust surrounds the juicy, jammy cherry filling.
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Homemade Cherry PieLemon Bars
I brought these bars to a Fourth of July fireworks show a few summers ago, and I came home without a single one left! Their light, lemony flavor makes them a refreshing summer treat.
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Lemon BarsPeach Crisp
This recipe is one of my favorite desserts to make when I’m entertaining in the summer. You can make the crumble topping ahead of time, so when you’re ready to serve, you can just assemble and bake!
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Peach CrispLemon Blueberry Bread
This easy quick bread is moist, bright, and packed with jammy berries. Top it with my 2-ingredient lemon glaze for an extra zesty pop.
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Lemon Blueberry Bread
No-Bake 4th of July Desserts
Strawberry Tiramisu
This no-bake dessert tastes like the best strawberry shortcake you’ve ever tried, but it has a soft, creamy tiramisu-like texture. Add blueberries to create festive red, white, and blue layers!
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Strawberry TiramisuRaspberry Vegan Cheesecake
This no-bake cheesecake sets up in the freezer, so it’s a perfect treat for a hot summer day.
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Raspberry Vegan CheesecakePeanut Butter Bars
Love peanut butter cups? You’ll love these easy bars too. They have a crisp chocolate topping and gooey peanut butter base.
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Peanut Butter BarsSummer Fruit Tart
This no-bake tart has a graham cracker crust, a creamy vegan cream cheese filling, and fresh berries and peaches on top. It feels elegant, but it’s surprisingly easy to make!
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Summer Fruit TartGrilled Peaches
If you have the grill going for veggie burgers or corn on the cob, throw on some fresh peaches too! They become even sweeter and juicier as they cook. Top with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delicious Fourth of July dessert.
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Grilled Peaches
Frozen 4th of July Desserts
Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream
If you ask me, an ice cream sundae bar is one of the best 4th of July dessert ideas. Take it to the next level by using homemade ice cream!
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Homemade Vanilla Ice CreamHomemade Chocolate Ice Cream
Heads up, chocolate lovers: you won’t be able to resist seconds!
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Homemade Chocolate Ice CreamWatermelon Popsicles
I think watermelon is a must on the 4th of July, and these fruity popsicles are a fun way to add it to your celebration. Made with just watermelon and lime juice, they’re super refreshing and easy to make.
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Watermelon PopsiclesIce Cream Cake
I had a blast developing this recipe a few summers ago, and it’s since become one of my favorite Fourth of July dessert recipes. Fresh raspberries and three layers of store-bought ice cream top a thin layer of chocolate cake. Any type of ice cream will work here, so use whatever flavors you love!
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Ice Cream Cake
Crowd-Pleasing Cookies and Bars
Chocolate Chip Cookies
Soft, chewy, and packed with melty chocolate, these classic cookies are always a hit.
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Chocolate Chip CookiesBest Peanut Butter Cookies
Peanut butter lovers won’t be able to get enough of these! They have soft, chewy middles, crisp edges, and a delicious nutty flavor.
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Best Peanut Butter CookiesBlondies
Made with brown butter and white chocolate chips, these easy bars are chewy, butterscotch-y perfection. To feed a crowd, double the recipe and use a 9×13-inch pan.
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BlondiesPerfect Oatmeal Cookies
These soft, chewy cookies are great with all kinds of mix-ins. I love adding dried cherries and chocolate chips for a summery twist!
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Perfect Oatmeal CookiesBest Homemade Brownies
One of the best 4th of July desserts…and best desserts, period. Brownies are never a bad idea. 😊
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Best Homemade Brownies
Looking for more 4th of July recipes? Check out these 25 Easy 4th of July Appetizers next!





























