20 Colorful Memorial Day Desserts

Memorial Day is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate than with a splash of color and sweetness? These 20 colorful Memorial Day desserts are guaranteed to brighten up your holiday spread.

Fourth of July Poke Cake

A slice of white cake with red and blue stripes, topped with white frosting and star-shaped sprinkles, sits on a white plate with an American flag napkin nearby. — Fourth of July Poke Cake. Photo credit: Mama’s on a Budget.

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This Fourth of July Poke Cake is the perfect patriotic dessert! A moist and fluffy vanilla cake is filled with sweet gelatin and then topped with whipped topping and festive sprinkles. Not only is it refreshing but it’s also easy to make.
Get the Recipe: Fourth of July Poke Cake

Rum Soaked Cherries

A plate of maraschino cherries coated in white icing and blue sugar, arranged on a white dish with a striped cloth underneath. — Rum Soaked Cherries. Photo credit: Maria’s Mixing Bowl.

These Rum-Soaked Cherries blend the sweetness of maraschino cherries, the tropical charm of Malibu Rum, and the indulgence of white chocolate melting wafers, creating a festive Fourth of July treat perfect for some grown-up fun in the sun!
Get the Recipe: Rum Soaked Cherries

4th of July Cupcakes

A vanilla cupcake with red, white, and blue swirled frosting sits on a white surface next to a napkin and some sprinkles. — 4th of July Cupcakes. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

These 4th of July Cupcakes are ideal for any Independence Day celebration. They’re simple to decorate with patriotic colors, making them a fun activity to do with kids while prepping for the party.
Get the Recipe: 4th of July Cupcakes

4th of July Rice Krispies Treats

A plate of star-shaped rice crispy treats in red and blue colors, decorated with white, blue, and red sprinkles, sits on a patterned surface. — 4th of July Rice Krispies Treats. Photo credit: Trop Rockin.

These Fourth of July rice krispie treats are a fun, no-bake treats made with buttery marshmallows and crispy rice cereal and shaped into patriotic stars. Red, white and blue sprinkles add a festive finish, turning a simple snack into a celebration.
Get the Recipe: 4th of July Rice Krispies Treats

4th of July Charcuterie Board

A tray of assorted fruits, vegetables, and crackers sits on a decorated table with a red, white, and blue USA sign in the background. — 4th of July Charcuterie Board. Photo credit: Easy Homemade Life.

Fun, fireworks, and a 4th of July charcuterie board – doesn’t that sound like the perfect Independence Day celebration? Dazzle your guests with a unique assortment of delicious snacks in patriotic colors, perfect for an indoor party, a backyard barbecue, or a picnic in the park. This patriotic spread will surely be a hit for adults and kids alike!
Get the Recipe: 4th of July Charcuterie Board

Patriotic Kool Aid Cheesecake

A slice of layered red, white, and blue cheesecake on a plate, topped with whipped cream, sprinkles, and a red decorative firework topper. — Patriotic Kool Aid Cheesecake. Photo credit: Maria’s Mixing Bowl.

Patriotic Kool-Aid Cheesecake combines the tangy sweetness of classic cheesecake with a buttery graham cracker crust. To top it off, Kool-Aid adds an extra burst of sweetness and festive patriotic colors!
Get the Recipe: Patriotic Kool Aid Cheesecake

Red White, and Blue Donuts

A hand holding a donut with white icing, topped with red, white, blue, and silver star-shaped sprinkles. — Red, White, and Blue Donuts. Photo credit: Maria’s Mixing Bowl.

These scrumptious Red, White, and Blue Donuts are a fantastic way to add some festive flair to your homemade breakfast or dessert for the summer holidays. Best of all, they’re baked instead of fried, so you can skip the hassle of hot oil!
Get the Recipe: Red White and Blue Donuts

Red White and Blue Poke Cake

Looking for an easy patriotic dessert for your 4th of July celebration? Try this effortless Red, White, and Blue Poke Cake! It’s sure to be the star of the party and have everyone begging for your baking tips!
Get the Recipe: Red White and Blue Poke Cake

4th of July M&M Cookies

A plate of cookies with red, white, and blue chocolate candies sits on a table next to American flags, stacked cookies, and two glasses of milk. — 4th of July M&M Cookies. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

4th of July Cookies with M&Ms are a festive way to celebrate summer. With red, white, and blue M&Ms, these cookies are perfect for your 4th of July gathering—easy to make and loved by all ages.
Get the Recipe: 4th of July M&M Cookies

4th Of July Donut Cookies

A plate with five round cookies decorated with red, white, and blue icing and sprinkles, arranged on a light blue plate. — 4th Of July Donut Cookies. Photo credit: Maria’s Mixing Bowl.

These 4th of July Donut Cookies are a delightful and festive treat to enjoy with family and friends. They’re tasty, simple to make, and perfect for customizing with your favorite colored frostings and toppings!
Get the Recipe: 4th Of July Donut Cookies

4th of July Cake Mix cookies

Sugar cookies topped with red, white, and blue candy-coated chocolates arranged on a white plate with a blue polka dot napkin underneath. — 4th of July Cake Mix cookies. Photo credit: In the Kids Kitchen.

These cute and easy 4th of July cookies are actually made with our favorite cake mix cookie recipe, so they’re even better!
Get the Recipe: 4th of July Cake Mix cookies

Berry Icebox Cake

A slice of layered dessert with a crumb crust, red, white, and blue cream layers, topped with coconut flakes, crumbs, raspberries, and blueberries. — Berry Icebox Cake. Photo credit: Maria’s Mixing Bowl.

This Summer Berry Icebox Cake is creamy, rich, and absolutely delicious. It starts with a graham cracker crust, then gets topped with luscious layers of raspberry, blueberry, and plain no-bake cheesecake, delivering a burst of bright, summery flavor in every bite!
Get the Recipe: Berry Icebox Cake

Firecracker Pretzel Rods

Glass jars filled with pretzel rods dipped in red, white, and blue chocolate, decorated with star-shaped sprinkles, set on a marble surface with scattered sprinkles. — Firecracker Pretzel Rods. Photo credit: The Soccer Mom Blog.

Firecracker Pretzel Rods are red white and blue decorated pretzels that are the perfect festive treat for the 4th of July – they’re ridiculously easy to make too!
Get the Recipe: Firecracker Pretzel Rods

Red White and Blue Fudge

Stack of red, white, and blue layered fudge squares with sprinkles on top; the top piece has a bite taken out of it. — Red, White, and Blue Fudge. Photo credit: The Soccer Mom Blog.

This red, white, and blue swirled fudge is a festive treat for the 4th of July or any USA-themed party! Just 5 ingredients!
Get the Recipe: Red White and Blue Fudge

4th of July Puppy Chow

Two small red pails filled with snack mix, including pretzels, chocolate candies, and cereal, sit on a patriotic quilted placemat with stars and stripes patterns. — 4th of July Puppy Chow. Photo credit: Vanilla Bean Cuisine.

This 4th of July Puppy Chow featuring M&Ms and pretzels is a fun and patriotic dessert, perfect for any July 4th celebration!
Get the Recipe: 4th of July Puppy Chow

Red White and Blue Swirl Bundt Cake

A slice of red, white, and blue bundt cake with white icing and red, white, and blue sprinkles on a square white plate. — Red White and Blue Swirl Bundt Cake. Photo credit: In the Kids Kitchen.

Get the Recipe: Red White and Blue Swirl Bundt Cake

4th of July Cookies with Sprinkles

Red, white, and blue sprinkle cookies with a red center, some whole and some broken open, placed on a white surface with a patriotic star-patterned cup in the background. — 4th of July Cookies with Sprinkles. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Get out the 4th of July sprinkles to make these very patriotic Sugar Cookies with Sprinkles for a fun and festive treat. We like to call these “Fireworks Cookies.”
Get the Recipe: 4th of July Cookies with Sprinkles

4th of July Fruit Kabobs

Fruit and marshmallow skewers with blueberries, strawberries, and marshmallows are arranged on a white plate next to a bowl of dip and a red, white, and blue napkin. — 4th of July Fruit Kabobs. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

4th of July Fruit Kabobs are a light and fresh option for summer parties. Skewered fruit makes it easy to serve and fun to eat, perfect for kids and adults looking for a healthy treat.
Get the Recipe: 4th of July Fruit Kabobs

Mixed Berry Layered Jello

A layered gelatin dessert with red, white, and blue sections, topped with whipped cream and a raspberry, served on a white plate with extra raspberries. — Mixed Berry Layered Jello. Photo credit: Maria’s Mixing Bowl.

Layered Jello Salad is a timeless, crowd-pleasing dessert that’s super simple to make. Perfect for a casual weeknight treat, family gatherings, or sharing at a potluck, it’s always a hit and absolutely delicious!
Get the Recipe: Mixed Berry Layered Jello

4th Of July M&M Bars

Twelve rectangular cookie bars with red, white, and blue candies and sprinkles, arranged on a table with festive decorations and napkins. — 4th Of July M&M Bars. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

These irresistible M&M cookie bars have the rich allure of chocolate chips that meets the delightful crunch of M&Ms; all embraced within a soft and chewy cookie dough. These are festively delicious.
Get the Recipe: 4th Of July M&M Bars