26 Red, White & Blue Desserts Perfect for Memorial Day

Nettie Moore
·5 min read

Have you planned your Memorial Day menu yet? If you're still looking for a little inspiration when it comes to your dessert table, we have got you covered!

Kick off the start of summer with these beautiful red, white and blue Memorial Day desserts! They are all perfect for a cookout or even if you are just hanging out at home for the holiday. You will be ready to celebrate with this roundup of all-American recipes.

Related: 100 Memorial Day Barbecue Ideas

Best Memorial Day Desserts

For the holiday weekend, berries and cream pave the way for some of our favorite Memorial Day desserts, giving them a red, white and blue flair that's ideal for a backyard barbecue. There are also some fun Jello recipes and a fluff salad because no holiday is complete without one!

Choose a few favorites from this lineup of patriotic treats—or go ahead and make them all if you’re hosting a crowd.

These recipes also work for any kind of summer celebration you might be having (or attending), from Memorial Day and 4th of July, straight through Labor Day. Be sure to pin your favorites and get that shopping list ready!

Related: 40 Easy Recipes to Kick Off Memorial Day

Memorial Day Dessert Ideas

<p>Lori Lange</p><p>Kids and adults love Jello, so why not make it extra special for the holiday?</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://parade.com/21440/lorilange/red-white-and-blue-finger-jell-o-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Red White and Blue Finger Jello;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Red White and Blue Finger Jello</a></strong></p>
<p>Sweet & Savory Meals</p><p>These cupcakes are festive and delicious, the perfect patriotic dessert that will get rave reviews.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://sweetandsavorymeals.com/red-white-and-blue-cupcakes/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Red, White and Blue Cupcakes;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Red, White and Blue Cupcakes</a></strong></p>
<p>Alison Ashton</p><p>Fresh berries and refrigerated pie crust make this pie beautiful and simple.<br></p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://parade.com/1037028/alison-ashton/star-spangled-berry-pie/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Star-Spangled Berry Pie;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Star-Spangled Berry Pie</a></strong></p><p><strong>Related: <a href="https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/75-spring-pie-recipes-outshine-194852724.html" data-ylk="slk:75 Best Spring Pie Recipes;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;" class="link yahoo-link">75 Best Spring Pie Recipes</a></strong></p>
<p>Beyond the Chicken Coop</p><p>These patriotic pretzels are so fun. If you have little ones around or even a handful of teenagers, put them to work! They’ll have a blast making them. </p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.beyondthechickencoop.com/patriotic-white-chocolate-pretzels/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Patriotic White Chocolate Pretzels;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Patriotic White Chocolate Pretzels</a></strong></p><p><strong>Related: <a href="https://parade.com/729460/eileengray/recipes-featuring-white-chocolate/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:27 Recipes Featuring White Chocolate;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">27 Recipes Featuring White Chocolate</a></strong></p>
<p>Melanie Cooks</p><p>These beautiful red, white and blue chocolate-covered strawberries are extremely easy to make and will be the highlight of your Memorial Day party! </p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.melaniecooks.com/red-white-blue-strawberries/9459/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Red, White & Blue Chocolate Covered Strawberries;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Red, White & Blue Chocolate Covered Strawberries</a></strong></p>
<p>Love Bakes Good Cakes</p><p>The red, white and blue of this cake runs both inside and out!</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.lovebakesgoodcakes.com/firecracker-cake/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Firecracker Cake;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Firecracker Cake</a></strong></p><p><strong>Related: <a href="https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/62-scrumptious-summer-desserts-181948647.html" data-ylk="slk:62 Best Summer Desserts;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas;outcm:mb_qualified_link;_E:mb_qualified_link;ct:story;" class="link yahoo-link">62 Best Summer Desserts</a></strong></p>
<p>CincyShopper</p><p>Super-simple layers of Jell-O in small cups with a cherry on top to resemble a firecracker. </p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://cincyshopper.com/4th-of-july-firecracker-jell-o-cups/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Fourth of July Firecracker Jell-O Cups;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Fourth of July Firecracker Jell-O Cups</a></strong></p>
<p>Pam Beth</p><p>If you’re looking for a quick and easy dessert this holiday weekend, look no further than these scrumptious cookies. </p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://parade.com/842683/pambeth/quick-and-easy-patriotic-pudding-cookies/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Red, White and Blue Pudding Sprinkle Cookies;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Red, White and Blue Pudding Sprinkle Cookies</a></strong></p>
<p>A Wicked Whisk</p><p>A sweet treat to show off your American spirit. Creamy cheesecake with red and blue swirls. </p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.awickedwhisk.com/red-white-and-blue-cheesecake-bars/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Red, White and Blue Cheesecake Bars;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Red, White and Blue Cheesecake Bars</a></strong></p>
<p>CincyShopper</p><p>A light dessert perfect after all that heavy backyard barbecue food.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="http://cincyshopper.com/red-white-blue-strawberry-cheesecake-bites/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Red, White and Blue Strawberry Cheesecake Bites;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Red, White and Blue Strawberry Cheesecake Bites</a></strong></p>
<p>Pam Beth</p><p>Starting with a cake mix means you can whip these up last minute.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://parade.com/882872/pambeth/shortcut-mm-bars-are-the-most-patriotic-dessert-to-serve-this-memorial-day/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Patriotic Cookie Bars;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Patriotic Cookie Bars</a></strong></p>
<p>Dancing Through the Rain</p><p>This colorful parfait is easy and budget-friendly too.<br></p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://dancingthroughtherain.com/red-white-and-blue-jello-parfait/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Red, White and Blue Jell-O Parfait;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Red, White and Blue Jell-O Parfait</a></strong></p>
<p>Pam Beth</p><p>Get the kids in on the fun of making these! They are a great take-along dessert too if you are headed to a holiday cookout.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://parade.com/891100/pambeth/patriotic-brownie-stars-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Patriotic Brownie Stars;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Patriotic Brownie Stars</a></strong></p>
<p>CincyShopper</p><p>This sweet salad is loaded with strawberries, blueberries, raspberries and great cheesecake flavors. </p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="http://cincyshopper.com/berry-cheesecake-salad/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Berry Cheesecake Salad;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Berry Cheesecake Salad</a></strong></p>
<p>Chef Billy Parisi</p><p>You can make it ahead of time, so when it comes time to serve, assemble and sit back as your friends ooh and ahh over this sweet treat. </p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.billyparisi.com/mixed-berries-vanilla-creme-anglaise-whipped-cream/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Mixed Berries with Vanilla Crème Anglaise and Whipped Cream;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Mixed Berries with Vanilla Crème Anglaise and Whipped Cream</a></strong></p>
<p>Kudos Kitchen by Renee</p><p>With only three ingredients and about ten minutes of your time, dressed-up cherries will be a huge hit.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.kudoskitchenbyrenee.com/red-white-blue-sugared-cherries/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Speedy Patriotic Red White & Blue Sugared Cherries;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Speedy Patriotic Red White & Blue Sugared Cherries</a></strong></p>
<p>CincyShopper</p><p>The kids and adults will both be clamoring for this festive drink! </p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://cincyshopper.com/4th-of-july-red-white-blue-drink/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Fourth of July Red, White, and Blue Drink;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Fourth of July Red, White, and Blue Drink</a></strong></p>
<p>Melissa's Southern Style Kitchen</p><p>This vibrant pretzel bark tastes like freedom. </p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.melissassouthernstylekitchen.com/patriotic-pretzel-bark/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Patriotic Pretzel Bark;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Patriotic Pretzel Bark</a></strong></p>
<p>CincyShopper</p><p>For a last-minute treat on Memorial Day, whip up these easy colorful Oreos.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="http://cincyshopper.com/patriotic-dipped-oreo-cookies/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Patriotic Dipped Oreo Cookies;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Patriotic Dipped Oreo Cookies</a></strong></p>
<p>ChinDeep</p><p>A simple dessert that is as pretty as it is delicious and patriotic. </p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://chindeep.com/2014/06/27/red-white-blueberry-strawberry-shortcake-jars-4th-of-july-recipe/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Sparkler Shortcake Jars;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Sparkler Shortcake Jars</a></strong></p>
<p>Life Love and Sugar</p><p>A no-bake sweet treat with a very simple ingredient list.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://www.lifeloveandsugar.com/strawberry-and-blueberry-cheesecake-icebox-cake/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Strawberry & Blueberry Cheesecake Icebox Cake;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Strawberry & Blueberry Cheesecake Icebox Cake</a></strong></p>
<p>Sweet & Savory Meals</p><p>This fudge only takes two ingredients, is no-bake and gluten-free. All you need is a microwave and some food coloring for a festive twist. </p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://sweetandsavorymeals.com/patriotic-easy-fudge/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Patriotic Easy Fudge;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Patriotic Easy Fudge</a></strong></p>
<p>Moore or Less Cooking</p><p>These bars taste just like pie but with half the work! </p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://mooreorlesscooking.com/blueberry-raspberry-bars/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Blueberry Raspberry Bars;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Blueberry Raspberry Bars</a></strong></p>
<p>Pam's Daily Dish</p><p>Want a fun party mix that everyone will love? Well, here it is. You can put this patriotic party mix together in no time at all. </p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://pamsdailydish.com/red-white-blue-patriotic-party-mix/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Red, White & Blue Patriotic Party Mix;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Red, White & Blue Patriotic Party Mix</a></strong></p>
<p>The Food Charlatan</p><p>This cherry-studded flag cake is a winning dessert to bring to a Memorial Day barbecue! </p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://thefoodcharlatan.com/patriotic-flag-cake-cherries/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Patriotic Flag Cake with Blueberries and Cherries;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Patriotic Flag Cake with Blueberries and Cherries</a></strong></p>
<p>Weary Chef</p><p>You know your holiday gathering needs a fluff salad, so make it one filled with the American spirit.</p><p><strong>Get the recipe: <a href="https://wearychef.com/recipe/red-white-blue-fluff-salad/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:Red, White and Blue Fluff Salad;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">Red, White and Blue Fluff Salad</a></strong></p><p><strong>Next up: <a href="https://parade.com/1041485/kristamarshall/best-blueberry-season-recipes/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank" data-ylk="slk:50 Recipes To Devour During Blueberry Season;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas" class="link ">50 Recipes To Devour During Blueberry Season</a></strong></p>

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