4th of July Is Coming Up, Here Is the Easiest Patriotic Dessert

As the nation gears up to commemorate its independence, what better way to sweeten the festivities than with a delightful and easy-to-make patriotic dessert? Whether you're the designated host or simply looking to contribute a delectable treat to the potluck, we´ve got you covered! These red, white, and blue strawberries are the easiest dessert for beginners and never fail to impress!

Why this is the best 4th of July Strawberries recipe

1. It doesn't require any special ingredients or equipment - These easy dessert strawberries only call for three ingredients: Strawberries, white chocolate chips, and blue sprinkles or sanding sugar. Also, no special equipment is necessary. You will only need a microwave-safe bowl, a baking tray, and your hands.
2. It uses the highest quality ingredients - Unlike other chocolate strawberry recipes, I do not use chocolate candy melts which are not real chocolate. This recipe uses only high-quality white chocolate that does not require any oil to melt.
3. It is easy to follow - Red white and blue strawberries are a breeze to make and only take 15 minutes of prep time to prepare a large batch. The hardest part is waiting for them to set!
4. It is incredibly versatile - There are many ways to prepare these chocolate dipped strawberries. Using my white chocolate-covered strawberries as a base, you can choose the edible decorations you like to fit any occasion.
5. They're a nutritious way to celebrate the patriotic holidays - Strawberries aren't just delicious but nutritious and full of vitamins. Add these chocolate-dipped strawberries to your dessert table instead of candy, cakes, or cupcakes for the Fourth of July, Memorial Day, or Labor Day. You can also use them for birthdays, weddings, and other patriotic-themed celebrations.

Ingredient notes

1. Strawberries - Use fresh, ripe, and firm strawberries for the best appearance and taste. I recommend keeping the stalks and leaves attached to make dipping easier!
2. White chocolate - For the best results, use high-quality white chocolate. White chocolate is quite sensitive when it comes to melting and may break if the quality is low. I recommend using Callebaut white chocolate chips or a Lindt white chocolate bar, as they do not require adding oil to melt the chocolate.
3. Blue Sprinkles - For the final touch, you will need blue sprinkles to dip your Fourth of July strawberries. You can also use blue sanding sugar instead of blue sprinkles.

How to make this recipe

1. Thoroughly rinse the strawberries and pat dry them with a paper towel. Make sure they are completely dry.
2. Melt the white chocolate over low heat using a double boiler or microwave, stirring frequently (approximately every 30 seconds). To prevent the chocolate from becoming grainy, remove it from the heat as soon as it is fully melted. Do not overheat.
3. Take the strawberry by its stalk and dip it ¾ into the melted white chocolate. Gently shake the strawberry to get rid of the excess chocolate. Next, dip the lower ⅓ of the strawberry into the blue sprinkles.
4. Continue the above steps with the remaining strawberries, then place them next to each other on a prepared baking sheet.
5. Please note that you relative need to work quickly as the chocolate will set eventually. The first two might go slower then try to make them in a good speed.
6. Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to allow the chocolate to set.
7. Serve fresh and chilled, storing leftovers in the refrigerator for 1-2 days.

Top Tip: If making many 4th of July chocolate covered strawberries, it is best to melt the chocolate in batches. Doing so will prevent the chocolate from cooling and becoming gloopy while dipping the remainder of the strawberries.

Flavor Variations & Substitutions

You can decorate your 4th of July dipped strawberries in many different ways. Try one of the variations below or mix and match different variations for a colorful and festive star spangled strawberry platter!

Multi-colored sprinkles: Get extra festive with your patriotic strawberries and swap out the blue sprinkles for red, white, and blue multi-colored sprinkles or edible confetti.

Chocolate drizzle: Mix a bit of red food coloring into the melted white chocolate and drizzle over the white chocolate layer once set.

White chocolate covered strawberries: Dip the entire strawberry for delicious white-chocolate strawberries decorated with red, white, and blue sprinkles or edible confetti.

Cream-filled strawberries: Fill the middle of the berries with my homemade cream cheese frosting or diplomat cream. Or, fill them with more chocolate!

Other dips: Customize the strawberries to make desserts for other holidays and special events. Try dipping the strawberries in crushed Oreos, coconut, nuts, chocolate curls, strawberry crumbs, gold dust, or different colored sprinkles!

More 4th of July Recipes

Celebrate America with this beautiful 4th of July Pie! Made with a crunchy and delicious 2 ingredient pie crust and fresh summer berries decoration on top, this versatile pie will be an instant hit at any Independence Day celebration or Memorial Day BBQ! The filling is a light and airy cream cheese mousse that makes it reminiscent of an indulgent cheesecake, except it’s made with half as much effort.

Go to the recipe: 4th of July Pie

4th of July Cookies

Bake these easy 4th of July cookies and serve a red, white, and blue feast for friends and family! My ultimate chocolate chip cookie recipe gets a patriotic upgrade for Independence Day, and I know that you'll love it.

Go to the recipe: 4th of July Cookies

American Flag Cake

This delectable and colorful American Flag Cake is the perfect quick and easy dessert recipe to celebrate the 4th of July this summer! It’s a super moist sheet cake topped with a light cream cheese frosting and vibrant fresh berries arranged like the iconic American flag!

Go to the recipe: American Flag Cake

4th of July Brownies

Make these Red White Blue Brownies to celebrate Independence Day in style! These patriotic brownies have a classic chocolate brownie taste and fudgy texture, and surely both kids and adults will love the red, white, and blue frosting.

Go to the recipe: Red White Blue Brownies

This article originally was published as 4th of July Strawberries at Spatula Desserts.