21 Absolutely Delectable 4th of July Drink & Dessert Ideas

Are you looking for some genius 4th of July themed drink and dessert ideas for your upcoming party? This is the post for you. You’ll find 21 unique ideas that are sure to impress the guests.

There is nothing that I love more than a Summer holiday. A little outdoor poolside relaxation always feels good to the soul. In particular, I love a patriotic 4th of July soiree. I also think it’s so cool that our country’s zodiac sign is Cancer.

Anyway, I don’t usually host 4th of July parties but I absolutely love to attend them. When I attend a party, I never show up empty handed and 4th of July is one of my favorite holidays to make an on theme dessert or drink.

So, I’ve gathered up a list that are perfectly patriotic and will surely make your treat a party hit! Plus, themed desserts often incorporate seasonal ingredients like fresh berries, which are at their peak during summer, ensuring your treats are as delicious as they are visually appealing.

Most Popular Patriotic Dessert Ideas:

When it comes to celebrating the 4th of July, patriotic desserts are a must-have for any gathering.  Here are some of the most popular patriotic dessert ideas that are sure to be a hit at your Independence Day celebration:

● American Flag Cake – A sheet cake or layered cake decorated to resemble the American flag with blueberries, strawberries, and white frosting.

● Red, White, and Blue Berry Trifle – Layers of pound cake, whipped cream, and fresh berries make for a visually striking and delicious dessert.

● Berry flavored sangrias & sprizters– This classic Summer staple always makes a fun party refresher.

● Patriotic Rice Krispie Treats – Classic Rice Krispie treats mixed with red, white, and blue M&Ms or sprinkles.

A few things you could absolutely use for your patriotic party:

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21 Absolutely Delectable 4th of July Drink & Dessert Ideas

01 | Star Spangled Spritzer

Lulu’s recipe here

This delicious looking 4th of July cocktail has a little Lemoncello and a lot of berries. Would look fabulous in any gorgeous wine glass. Get the full recipe here.

Ingredients:

• 2 oz. white wine

• 2. oz. French Champagne or sparkling white wine

• Splash of Limoncello

• Granny Smith apples, blueberries, and raspberries

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02 | Strawberry Sangria

via The Girl Inspired

I absolutely love the idea of a strawberry sangria for 4th of July. You can use clear cups with some blue straws to keep it patriotic looking and festive. Sauvignon Blanc is my favorite wine so I know this is a perfect poolside treat.

Here is the breakdown of ingredients:

-1.5 liters of Sauvignon Blanc

-1 liter of club soda

-6 oz of frozen pink lemonade concentrate

-1/2 cup of simple syrup

-1 pint raspberries

-2 cups of strawberries

-a lemon to garnish

via the girl inspired

03 | Make patriotic ice cubes for your water like LC

Lauren Conrad

04 | Make a red, white and blue charcuterie board

Red White and Blue Charcuterie

Berries make the perfect accents to any 4th of July festivities simply because their beautiful colors. Delicious red rasberries, strawberries and watermelon too! Add in some blueberries and backberries to pair with your favorite cheese.

I love this breakdown from The Delicious:

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05 | Watermelon Fries a la Abby’s Kitchen

Abbey’s Kitchen

Watermelon is hands down my favorite Summer snack, I could eat it all day long. I adore the idea of cutting up watermelon and adding a bit of Tajin for a little spice. This snack is sure to be a fan favorite, especially for anyone who has a savory tooth like me.

06 | 4th of July Theme Strawberries

via Berry Delicious

07 | 4th of July Berry Cheesecake Trifle⁣ from Glorious Treats

via Glorious Treats

You will want to grab some patriotic straws & mason jars for the watermelon star garnishes. Also, how chic is the red gingham silverware?

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08 | Red, White and Blue dipped pretzels

Red, White and Blue Dipped Pretzels via The 36th Avenue

09 | American Flag Fruit Skewers

Flag Fruit Skewers via Party City

Here’s what you’ll need:

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10 | Berry Iced Mocktail

via Vintage Kitty

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11 | Patriotic Rice Krispie Treat Sticks

Pop Rock Rice Krispies via Life, Love and Sugar

12 | Patriotic Flag Fruit Platter

The Creative Bite

13 | Waffle Charcuterie Style Breakfast Board

via prada and pearls

14 | Brownie Flag Recipe

Spicy Summer Kitchen

15 | Patriotic Cheesecake Strawberries

via savory and sweet

16 | Red, white and blue jello shots

17 | American Flag Brownies

Recipe Magik

You’ll want to grab yourself some American Flag toothpicks to complete the look.

18 | Red, White and Blue Rice Krispie Treats

Princess Pinky Girl

19 | Red, White and Blue Sangria

Cristin Cooper

What you’ll need:

• 1 cup of fresh blueberries

• 1 cup of fresh sliced strawberries

• 1 liter of lemon-lime soda

• 1 bottle of Prosecco or another sparkling white wine

• 1 cup of white grape juice (optional, if you like a sweeter sangria)

Directions: The night before serving, pour water into an ice tray and drop in some of the fresh blueberries and strawberries & freeze overnight. Day of, add the fresh fruit (chilled) to a large pitcher for serving. Add the ice cubes you froze over. Pour the grape juice, the lemon-lime soda, and the Prosecco over top of the fruit and ice.

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20 | Twizzler party bundle

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21 | 4th of July Snack Mix

Chelsea Messy Apron

Toile tablecloth | Red gingham flatware | red cast iron crab dish | floral ceramic pitcher | Patriotic bunting decoration | Blue glass goblets | Wicker woven coasters | blue and white striped linen napkins | star pattern pillows |

Hope you enjoyed this post. What are your favorites? Let me know in the comments below.

13 Things Every Woman Needs To Know & Remember To Do {Podcast Ep. 314}

If you’ve ever wished there was a handbook that some amazing grandmother passed down to you to help you make the most of your life, you’re not alone. There were a few books I read in my 20’s that helped inspire me for how to get my life together. One of my absolute favorites was the book Three Black Skirts by Anna Johnson. Completely changed my life.

The truth is, the only person responsible for your life is you. So, it is up to us to make sure that we are knowledgeable about all the things we women need to know to keep ourselves happy, healthy and thriving.

I put together a list of the 13 things that I feel are so important to know and remember to do as women in this world.

If you would like to hear my personal thoughts on each, listen to this episode of the Blissfully Ambitious podcast.

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01 | Go & See Your Woman Wellness Doctor.

Once a woman hits 40, there are things she needs to do to make sure she pays attention to her health. The obvious? Mammogram. Pap Smear. Etc. However, we aren’t often reminded to get our bloodwork done and check in on our hormones. You want to do this every few years to make sure that you are fully operating a your full potential.

If you are tired, overweight, can’t sleep well…these can all be solved by addressing potential hormone issues. Don’t put off going to your doctors.

Related: 6 habits to start once you hit 40 to keep your glow

02 | Stop Apologizing Out Of Habit.

It’s always important to take responsibility for our actions and apologize where necessary. However, so often, women apologize for absolutely nothing except just out of habit. I have even found myself apologizing when someone bumped into me.

If you find yourself apologizing for not being able to meet the needs of others at your expense, its time to stop that.

03 | It’s Perfectly Okay To Say “No” Without Guilt

One of the things that makes a women step more into her confidence, it is promptly saying “no” without explanation. If you have a hard time saying no to others demands on your time and attention, you may want to start by looking at your calendar. Where can you scale back? Where have you over committed? Begin taking inventory of how you are spending your time and who you are spending it with.

Start small. Practice saying “no” when something isn’t a good fit. When things that are harder to say no to begin to pop up, you’ll be much better equipped.

04 | You Are Your Own Woman (Don’t Live For Others)

Not only are your responsible for your own life, your opinion on your life is actually the only one that truly matters. If you tend to seek out validation and approval from others, it’s time to unlearn that habit.

Take inventory of your self-concept and how you feel about yourself. Then, practice building your trust in your own approval. Feel free to seek out wise counsel from others who you admired or are inspired by but take what resonates and leave the rest.

Related: 10 mindset shifts for building your self worth

05 | Carefully Cultivate Your Signature Style & Personal Brand

No matter what it is you do for work in the world, a personal brand matters. And so does a signature style. It helps your confidence, your self esteem and your ability to make decisions, especially when purchasing clothing, home decor, handbags, etc.

When I feel really clear on what my signature style is, I waste so much less money on buying things that don’t really work on me or in my wardrobe. Hot tip: You can hire someone to help you asses your best colors and styles that work best for your body. This can be so helpful when building up your ideal wardrobe.

Related: Step by Step guide for building and growing your personal brand

06 | Adopt The Mantra “This Too Shall Pass”

My grandmother always encouraged me through anything difficult in life by reminding me of the “this too shall pass” mantra. It’s stuck with me throughout life and it is the mindset that gets me through anything.

If you are going through a hard time, it won’t last. If you are in a blissful and happy season, reminding yourself that these times pass as well, helps keep you really present and focusing on being in gratitude for each and every single moment.

07 | Hydrate Your Body Properly

Drinking enough water to hydrate your body will change your body. Not only will it flush out toxins from the food and drink you are consuming, it will also help you feel full and curb your hunger pangs. It will help with digestion, bloating, improving your complexion, regulate your body temperature. Water is a miracle!

You can also manifest with water. If you haven’t read about Dr. Emoto’s water experiments and how speaking to your water can effect the way it interacts with your body, you should do that right now.

Related: 6 Morning Wellness Habits You Need To Adopt

08 | Invest In Quality over Quantity

I shouldn’t have to even really expand on this but when you start to live by this, it will actually probably help you save more money. When you buy something that is great quality, it will last longer. You won’t be forced to run out and buy another one. Which is what happens when you buy cheap things, you have to consume them more often.

This is one reason I love thrifting, so often second hand things have such great quality and outlast the cheaply made versions, especially when it comes to furniture.

You can also apply this to any area of your life. Food, friendships, etc.

09 | Develop A Spiritual Practice

Having a faith based system of belief for you to lean into is super important for your mental health and overall wellbeing. There is no one fits all spirituality practice, it is entirely up to you and what feels good to you to trust in.

10 | Pick A Hobby & Become An Expert At It

In a world that often glorifies productivity and achievement, it's easy to overlook the importance of hobbies and activities for making life feel more full and enriching. Hobbies not only give you a sense of purpose and connection, they also help you learn and practice the art of commitment.

Becoming an expert in your hobby of choice can also help you build your confidence and self esteem. Almost any good movie with a strong leading lady, she is passionate about some hobby and its what makes her character interesting and relatable. Be your own Main Character and get yourself a hobby.

Related: 20+ feminine hobbies you can start today

11 | Create A Home That Nurtures Your Creativity

If you come home everyday and feel stressed as soon as you walk in the door, you’re doing it wrong. You want to prioritize creating a home environment that nurtures and supports you in thriving.

Declutter anything that drains your energy. Decorate with colors that brighten up your mood. Surround yourself with things that make you happy. This will inspire you to continue to cultivate your sense of creativity and contentment in your life.

12 | An Evening Is Just As Essential As A Morning Routine

Sleep is probably one of the most important things in your life that contributes to your overall health and wellbeing. If you aren’t properly rested, there is no way that you are operating at your full potential. Do yourself a favor and cultivate an evening routine that supports you in getting the rest that your body truly needs.

Things that help me get a good nights sleep:

• quality bedding & mulberry silk pillowcases

• Calm magnesium powder in my hot water

• reading a book versus looking at my phone

• my Hatch sound machine with clock

13 | Always Dream Bigger

If there is something in your heart that you really dream for, you can absolutely have it. Something I notice, especially in women, is that we think we are asking for too much, yet the truth is, we don’t ask for enough.

If you have anything else you would like to add, let me know in the comments. I’d love to hear any advice you have to share.