Stars, Stripes & Sweet Bites: Treats for a Perfect Independence Day from Pepe Events!

June 2025

Red, White & Yum: 4th of July Treats That'll Steal the Show!

Independence Day is here again — time for sunshine, sparklers, and of course, snacks! Whether you’re hosting a backyard BBQ, heading to the beach, or just catching fireworks from the porch, these easy and festive treats will add a pop of red, white, and blue to your celebration. Minimal prep, maximum wow factor — so you can spend more time relaxing and enjoying the holiday.

🍦 1. Red, White & Blue Ice Cream Sandwiches

Roll store-bought (or homemade) ice cream sandwiches in red, white, and blue sprinkles. Freeze and serve!

What You’ll Need: Ice cream sandwiches, patriotic sprinkles.

🍡 2. Sparkler S’mores Skewers

Stack marshmallows, graham crackers, and chunks of chocolate on skewers. Dip in chocolate and coat with red & blue sugar.

What You’ll Need: Marshmallows, chocolate, graham crackers, skewers, red & blue sugar.

🧁3. Candy Cupcake Goblets

This no-fail dessert looks fancy but is super simple. Bake cupcakes, frost them, and pop them into candy-filled wine goblets. Instant showstopper!

What You’ll Need:

• 1 box white or confetti cake mix

• 4 cups white frosting

• 3 tbsp red, white & blue sprinkles

• 5 cups patriotic M&M’s or candy

• Plastic wine goblets

Pro tip: Pre-fill the goblets before your event and display them on a tray for a dramatic dessert table!

🍡 4. Fruit Kabobs

Healthy meets adorable with these easy fruit kabobs — a kid-friendly option with a fun star-spangled twist.

What You’ll Need:

• 1 lb. large strawberries

• 1-pint blueberries

• 1 bag mini marshmallows or 2–3 bananas (for a healthier version)

• 10 skewers

• Small star-shaped cookie cutter

Tip: Use watermelon or cantaloupe slices to cut out star shapes!

5. Firecracker Pretzel Rods

Dip pretzel rods in white chocolate and sprinkle with red and blue sprinkles before it sets. Drizzle with colored candy melts for extra flair.

What You’ll Need: Pretzel rods, white chocolate or candy melts, red & blue sprinkles.

🍪 6. Star-Spangled Sugar Cookies

Classic sugar cookies get a patriotic makeover with red, white, and blue royal icing or colored sugar. Use star-shaped cutters for full effect.

What You’ll Need: Sugar cookie dough, royal icing or sprinkles, heart or star cookie cutters.

🎆 7. No-Bake Cheesecake Cups

Layer crushed graham crackers, no-bake cheesecake filling, and red/blue berry toppings in small jars or cups.

What You’ll Need: Graham crackers, cream cheese, whipped cream, sugar, strawberries, blueberries, jars.

🧊 8. Layered Patriotic Drinks

These red, white, and blue drinks are all about presentation. Thanks to sugar density, the layers stay separated — just pour slowly and add plenty of ice.

What You’ll Need:

• Three drinks with varying sugar content (e.g. Powerade Zero, Hawaiian Punch Polar Blast, Sobe Piña Colada)

• Ice

• Clear glasses or a large pitcher

• Maraschino Cherries

• Red & White Straws

Want a grown-up twist? Spike the top layer with your favorite spirit — just layer gently!

🍧 9. Homemade Patri-Opsicles

Skip the store-bought popsicles and make your own at home with just three ingredients. A fun activity for kids (and a refreshing reward for adults)!

What You’ll Need:

• Popsicle sticks

• Popsicle mold

• 1 cup cranberry juice

• 1 cup lemonade

• 1 cup blue Gatorade

Pour each layer separately and freeze between pours for clean stripes.

🫐 10. Patriotic Popcorn

Toss popped popcorn with white chocolate and red/blue candy or drizzle with red and blue candy melts. Perfect for movie nights or fireworks.

What You’ll Need: Popcorn, white chocolate, red & blue M&Ms or candy melts.

Final Sparkle ✨

These easy-to-make treats are perfect for your 2025 Fourth of July bash — festive, fun, and guaranteed to make your guests say wow. Keep it light, sweet, or somewhere in between… but most of all, keep it yours.

Need help pulling it all together? With these Pepe Events Catering sweet bites, and yummy treats, your 4th of July party will be a hit with both friends and family. From customized catering to full-scale event planning, let Pepe Events bring the magic to your celebration. Whether it's an intimate gathering or a large patriotic blowout, we handle every detail so you can enjoy the moment.

🎇 Celebrate in style — with www.pepe.events for all your event and catering needs.

Happy Independence Day!

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