Print

Easy Patriotic Fourth of July Treats Perfect for a Festive Celebration

easy patriotic fourth of july treats - featured image
Print Recipe

These easy patriotic Fourth of July treats combine fresh berries, creamy layers, and sugar cookies to create a festive, crowd-pleasing dessert perfect for summer celebrations.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup (150 g) strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 1 cup (150 g) blueberries
  • ½ cup (75 g) raspberries
  • Sugar cookies (pre-made or homemade dough)
  • 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons (15 g) powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon (5 ml) vanilla extract
  • 1 cup (245 g) plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon (12 g) powdered sugar
  • ½ teaspoon (2.5 ml) vanilla extract
  • Mini marshmallows or white chocolate chips (optional)
  • Fresh mint leaves for garnish
  • Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Sugar Cookies: Roll out store-bought dough to ¼ inch thickness. Use star-shaped cookie cutters to cut shapes and place on parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 8-10 minutes until edges turn golden. Cool completely.
  2. Whip the Cream: Beat 1 cup heavy cream with 2 tablespoons powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until soft peaks form. Keep chilled.
  3. Mix Yogurt Layer: Fold 1 cup Greek yogurt with 1 tablespoon powdered sugar and ½ teaspoon vanilla extract. Set aside.
  4. Prepare Berries: Rinse and dry strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries. Slice strawberries thinly.
  5. Assemble Parfaits: In serving glasses or jars, layer spoonfuls of yogurt, berries, whipped cream, and a star cookie. Repeat layers until nearly full, ending with berries and a mint leaf garnish.
  6. Chill Before Serving: Refrigerate parfaits for 20-30 minutes to meld flavors and chill.
  7. Optional Final Touch: Dust with powdered sugar or add mini marshmallows or white chocolate chips between layers.

Notes

To avoid soggy cookies, layer parfaits just before serving or keep cookies separate until serving. Use gluten-free sugar cookie dough for gluten-free option. Swap Greek yogurt for dairy-free yogurt to make dairy-free or vegan. Wash berries just before assembling and pat dry to prevent sogginess. Whip cream to soft peaks for light texture. Chilling bowls and utensils helps keep cream firm.

Nutrition

Keywords: Fourth of July, patriotic treats, berry parfaits, sugar cookies, easy dessert, summer celebration, no-bake parfait

Find it online: https://forkifyfun.com/easy-patriotic-fourth-of-july-treats-perfect-for-a-festive-celebration/