Easy 4th of July Snacks: Red, White & Blue Themed
Mix summer snacking with some craftiness for a fun and festive 4th of July treat…4th of July waffles!
Not only are they fun to make, but these yummy snacks fill those endlessly-hungry bellies.
Fourth of July Snack: Red, White & Blue Waffles
So, I promised my kids we’d have a yummy 4th of July snack. 4th of July waffles it is! We each decorated our own red, white and blue waffles to celebrate 4th of July.
That’s right…waffles for dinner. (If you aren’t on the breakfast-for-dinner train, we highly recommend it).
You can also find other ways to celebrate with 4th of July traditions & things to do for 4th of July throughout KC…fireworks shows, parades, festivals, events, & more for your family to enjoy.
What You Need for Your 4th of July Snack:
- Berries (blue & red berries are needed)
- Bananas
- Whipped cream
- Waffles
We had sliced strawberries for red, blueberries for blue and sliced bananas for white. You could also use raspberries, blackberries, and, if you’re really fun, whipped cream.
How to Make Red, White & Blue Waffles:
- Make your own waffles or use frozen waffles to make your life easier
- Spread lines of red berries & bananas (or use whip cream if you’re feeling extra fun…)
- Add the blueberries to the top left corner
- Add dots of whip cream for stars
- EAT!
Pro Tip: Throw any leftover fruit into a blender with some yogurt, spinach, and OJ to make smoothies for dessert!
I knew my kids would enjoy it but what I didn’t realize was it would be a great activity for more than a few reasons.
Creative: This is a great chance for our kids to be creative. We had flags, fireworks, and Star Wars (kind of patriotic?) waffles. File under “Things I’ll Do Next Time”: Come up with little awards for each person, like “Most Patriotic Waffle,” “Silliest Waffle” and “Best Masterpiece Waffle.”
Motor Skills: Scooping fruit on a spoon and balancing it to get it to your plate took some concentration. Our 3-year-old went from shaky to a pro before we finished. Very few blueberries were lost in action.
Fun: The kids were happy and excited about doing something different. They shared, helped each other out, laughed, and actually stayed at the dinner table for a record amount of time.
Healthy: My favorite part. The kids piled on the fruit and had so much fun eating their masterpieces – they forgot to even ask for syrup.
Yep. Red, white, and blue waffles.
Other 4th of July Snacks to Try:
Need some ideas to bring to the picnic or want to share something fun and festive with your guests? Try these great 4th of July snacks and turn your next gathering into a patriotic party of deliciousness.
- Red, White, and Blue Fruit Skewers: This fun and colorful snack is perfect for the 4th of July. Grab some fresh strawberries, blueberries, and chunks of honeydew melon or bananas. Arrange them to resemble the flag on your skewers. These fruity skewers are not only a healthy option, but they also look festive on a platter.
- Patriotic Popcorn: Mix up your regular popcorn and give it a patriotic twist. Add in red, white, and blue M&Ms. You can also add some red, white, and blue sprinkles to make it even more festive. This snack is perfect for movie nights or when you just want a crunchy, sweet treat. Plus it packs well for when you head out to watch the fireworks.
- Red, White, and Blue Cupcakes: Celebrate the 4th of July with festive cupcakes. You can make them from scratch or buy pre-made cupcakes and decorate them with red, white, and blue frosting and sprinkles. These will be a huge hit with everyone at your 4th of July celebration.
- Patriotic Punch: This festive drink is perfect for a hot summer day and while watching those fireworks at night. Mix lemon-lime soda, blue Gatorade, and raspberry sherbet to create a red, white, and blue punch. You can also add fresh fruit like strawberries and blueberries for an extra touch of color and flavor. Not really big on Sherbet? Mix in your berries with sparkling water.
- American Flag Pizza: This is a great option to make for lunch or an early dinner before you head out to watch fireworks. Grab some cherry tomatoes, olives, and pepperoni. Use these ingredients to create an American Flag across your pizza for a fun patriotic snack.
- Hot Dog Bar: Nothing says the 4th of July like a juicy hot dog. Set up a hot dog bar with a variety of toppings. Include all your typical condiments like ketchup and mustard as well as unique ones like pickles, chili or queso!
- Classic Bomb Pops: Keep cool and enjoy a classic treat. Bomb Pops are a classic treat for the summer, especially on the 4th of July. Pick up a box or two from your local grocery store.
- S’mores: An ooey gooey s’more makes every 4th of July special. Make it patriotic and some festive sprinkles to your melted marshmallow. These are always a crowd pleaser.
- Red, White and Blue Jello Cups: Make fun and festive jello cups with blue and red jello and cool whip.
- Patriotic Ice Cream Sandwiches: A quick and patriotic treat that requires 2 ingredients will definitely be a crowd pleaser. Take ice cream sandwiches and dip the sides in red, white and blue sprinkles.
- Bomb Pop Juice: Make a Bomb Pop inspired drink with cranberry juice and white and blue gatorade. Slowly pour each flavor over ice to create a layers of red, white and blue.
- 4th of July Brownies: Give your brownies a little 4th of July flair! Add special red,white and blue M&M’s into the mix!
I do believe we found a new 4th of July tradition for our family — and I didn’t even have to sweep up the glitter. Ain’t this country great?
We hope you have fun celebrating the 4th of July with this fun treat! You can also find other 4th of July traditions to do with your family or explore 4th of July parades, fireworks & other kids’ activities.
If you know of other fun 4th of July snacks or things to do…drop them in the comments!
From our family to yours, iFamilyKC.
