Red White and Blue Cake

All I hear in my head when I see this beauty is “You look like the 4th of July”!!! (from Legally Blonde 2).

Bold colors, big flavor, and guaranteed “oohs and aahs” when you slice it open. I’ve been making versions of this cake for summer parties for years, and it never fails to steal the show. 

The secret? A splash of soda keeps the crumb light and fluffy, while that easy glaze makes it look like you went all out (even though it took minutes).

Trust me, no one’s thinking about fireworks once this hits the dessert table.

Want to create a stunning display of desserts? Place this red white and blue bundt cake in the center of your table, along with a big bowl of cheesecake fruit salad and these gorgeous red white and blue popsicles.

Triple Berry Parfaits are a great option for guests who want something healthier, and you could even add a tray of Stars and Stripes layered shots for the adults to indulge in!

INGREDIENT NOTES

• Cake Mix: White cake mix is a must for this dessert to turn out right. Any other flavor will affect the colors of the batter.
  
• Pudding: Adds moisture and richness, so don’t skip it! Any brand of instant pudding will work for red white and blue bundt cake, but it needs to be vanilla, white chocolate, or cheesecake flavor.
  
• Vegetable Oil: This has a neutral flavor, so it won’t come through in the cake. Canola oil is the best substitute.
  
• Egg Whites: Again, anything that isn’t clear or white will affect the color of the batter, making it impossible to get a true red white blue cake. Save those yolks for something else!
  
• Sprite: Any clear lemon-lime soda works, including Sprite, 7-Up, or Sierra Mist… even the sugar-free varieties. If you only have mini cans (7.5oz), just make up the difference with water.
  
• Gel Food Coloring: Vibrant color with just a few drops, and it won’t make the batter too loose. Liquid food coloring is fine if that’s all you have.
  
• Powdered Sugar: Mix with extra Sprite to make the frosting!
  
• Sprinkles: Anything in red, white, and blue will work. I like to find the bottles with tiny stars or a variety of shapes to make it a little extra special.

VARIATIONS

• Lemon Zest Twist: Add 1 teaspoon of lemon zest to the batter and replace the Sprite with lemon-lime seltzer.
  
• Firecracker Mini Cakes: Divide the batter into mini bundt pans for individual treats. Reduce baking time to 20-25 minutes.
  
• Chocolate Drizzle: Replace the powdered sugar glaze with melted white or milk chocolate.
  
• Rainbow Bundt: Divide the batter between six bowls and use a whole rainbow of colors for an extra colorful dessert.
  
• Christmas Version: Swap the blue for green food coloring and top with festive Christmas sprinkles.
  
• Easter Pastels: Use less gel coloring (or special pastel colors) and sweet little bunny or spring-themed sprinkles.

Red White Blue Cake FAQ

This blue red and white cake is one of my go-to “wow” recipes because it’s high-impact, low effort.

Using boxed cake mix with a few smart additions (like pudding mix and soda) gives you an incredibly soft, tender crumb without any fuss. 

Coloring the batter in separate bowls keeps the layers distinct, and spooning it in patchwork-style creates those bold firecracker stripes.

I’ve made this cake dozens of times for barbecues, potlucks, and parties. And it always disappears faster than the fireworks finale.

TOOLS NEEDED

• 10-cup Bundt pan
• Stand mixer or hand mixer – You’ll need the whisk attachment for this recipe.
• Three mixing bowls
• Silicone spatula
• Whisk – For mixing color into the batter. Don’t overdo it, or the cake will be too dense!
• Cooling rack
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Cookie scoops – Optional, but these make it easier to alternate the different colors and cause fewer drips than using a spoon.

Enjoy!

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Red White and Blue Cake (Firecracker Cake Recipe!)

Red White and Blue Cake is the star of any 4th of July celebration. All you need is cake mix, a can of Sprite, and a few extra ingredients!

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Method Oven

Prep Time 20 minutes minutes

Cook Time 50 minutes minutes

Total Time 2 hours hours 10 minutes minutes

Servings 12

Calories 357cal

Author Donna Elick

Ingredients

• 15 ounce box white cake mix
• 3.4 ounce box instant pudding mix can use vanilla, white chocolate, or cheesecake flavor
• 4 large egg whites
• 3/4 cup vegetable oil
• 8 ounces Sprite (or other lemon-lime soda)
• Red food coloring
• Blue food coloring

Icing

• 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
• 4 tablespoons Sprite (or more as needed)
• Red white, and blue sprinkles

Instructions

• Preheat the Oven: Preheat oven to 325°F. Grease a 10-cup Bundt pan generously with baking spray or butter and flour. Set aside.
• Mix the Batter: In a large mixing bowl or stand mixer fitted with the whisk attachment, combine 15 ounce box white cake mix, 3.4 ounce box instant pudding mix, and 4 large egg whites. Beat in 3/4 cup vegetable oil until well combined.
• Add the Soda: With the mixer on low speed, slowly mix in the 8 ounces Sprite until the batter is smooth and slightly bubbly.
• Divide and Color: Evenly divide the batter between three bowls. Tint one bowl with Red food coloring, one with Blue food coloring, and leave the third plain.
• Layer the Batter: Use small cookie scoops or spoons to alternate scoops of red, white, and blue batter into the prepared Bundt pan, placing the colors next to one another as you go for a firecracker-style burst.
• Bake the Cake: Bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
• Cool Completely: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 20 minutes. Carefully invert onto a wire rack or serving plate and cool completely, about 40 more minutes.
• Make the Icing: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar and 4 tablespoons Sprite until smooth and pourable. Adjust with extra Sprite if needed.
• Decorate: Drizzle the icing over the cooled cake and immediately top with Red white, and blue sprinkles.

Notes

Make-Ahead Tips: Bake the cake up to 1 day ahead. Store at room temperature in an airtight container and ice just before serving.

Storage: Store leftover cake covered at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Freezing: Freeze the cooled, undecorated cake tightly wrapped in plastic wrap and foil for up to 2 months. Thaw completely before icing.

Customization Ideas: Use different food coloring combinations for other holidays. Red and green for Christmas, pastels for Easter, or school colors for a graduation party!

Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 357cal | Carbohydrates: 54g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 318mg | Sugar: 38g | Fiber: 1g | Calcium: 79mg | Iron: 1mg

Originally published June 2021. Updated and republished August 2025

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Need a patriotic dessert recipe that just screams summer fun? Do you love themes just as much as you love sweets? 

Or maybe you just need a 4th of July dessert to bring to a potluck? Whatever the question, this Oreo ice cream dessert is the answer!

This flavorful ice cream is so much fun to make and is perfect for any sweet tooth. The different colors add a fun look, making it a great addition to a July party. 

You can easily make this homemade ice cream recipe for Veterans Day, Fourth of July, or anytime that the craving hits. 

I have fond memories of enjoying this ice cream mixture many times, which is why I’m so happy to be sharing it with all of you. 

The recipe card shows the simple steps to make this festive red, white and blue ice cream – and the good news is that it’s simple to make! 

I keep this in my favorite collection of recipes because I love the simplicity of this red, white, and blue treat. 

Ice cream making shouldn’t have to be hard, and this homemade vanilla ice cream shows that! 

Add some macerated strawberries and fresh blueberries on top for even more red and blue colors! 

Red White and Blue Ice Cream

This Oreo ice cream dessert recipe takes just 15 minutes to prepare! I told you it was an easy recipe! 

It’ll freeze in 5 hours, but it really is the ultimate prep-ahead recipe. You can let sit overnight, or even for a week, before serving.

No ice cream machine, no hassle — just a dreamy delicious dessert to enjoy with all of your loved ones this summer!

This no churn ice cream recipe just goes to show that you don’t need any expensive equipment or machines for a luscious, luxurious, creamy dessert!

If this one isn’t enough to convince you, then you’ll just have to try my cheesecake and strawberry shortcake ice cream recipes too!

You didn’t think that this was the only patriotic recipe that I have up my sleeve, did you? Not even close! 

I have not 1, not 2, but 4 perfect party cocktails that you can break out for your Memorial Day or July 4th bash.

Ingredients Notes and Substitutions

• Sweetened Condensed Milk – Very sweet! And it helps to make the red white blue ice cream soft and scoopable. 
  
  If you really can’t stand the sweetness, you can use evaporated milk as a substitute. Want to try something different and dairy free? Consider using coconut cream instead!
  
• Vanilla Extract – Vanilla is super important for adding depth to sweets. 
  
  Something else to try: vanilla bean paste! It actually gives a stronger flavor and has a complex sweetness.
  
• Heavy Cream – This is to make our own homemade whipped cream. Be sure to use very cold cream, or it’ll take forever to whip and won’t keep its shape.
  
• Golden Oreos – The vanilla version of the chocolate cookie we all know and love! It’ll give a delicious crunchy texture to our dessert. 
  
  Often there are Oreos with red frosting in the summertime that would be perfect for this, or you can use regular chocolate Oreos if you’d like!
  
• Red, White & Blue Sprinkles – This patriotic dessert just wouldn’t be the same without a healthy dose of colorful sprinkles! 
  
  I use ½ cup, but you can certainly use more or less as you like.

Kitchen Tools You Will Need

• Stand mixer, or a large bowl, and an electric hand mixer for making the whipped cream.
• Mixing Bowls – I like to have a variety of sizes on hand, and this set has them all.
• 9×5 Loaf Pan – My go-to container for sweet, frozen treats like this one! 
  
  I recommend using a metal pan, not a glass one, because frozen glass tends to shatter as it warms up.
• A sturdy silicone spatula can be used for scraping, stirring, and smoothing and is easy to clean too!

Red White Blue Ice Cream FAQ

Prep Ahead Instructions

This homemade condensed milk ice cream can actually last for weeks and months in the freezer, so you can make it well ahead of time!

If frozen for a long time, then give it some time in the fridge to soften so it is easier to scoop. 30 minutes should do the trick, but it may not take that long. 

As for the individual ingredients, homemade whipped cream is good for up to 4 days in the fridge. Just whip it back up with a mixer if it seems a bit deflated. 

Oreos can be crushed ahead of time as well!

How to Store Oreo Ice Cream Dessert

Storing is the key to longevity here. A very airtight container is absolutely necessary! 

If you want to store your red white and blue ice cream in the loaf pan, then be very thorough in wrapping it with plastic wrap before transferring to the freezer.

Keep leftovers for up to a month max. And if you let it melt, it’s game over — refreezing your Oreo ice cream dessert will just make an icy, semi-frozen, soupy mess.

Enjoy!
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Red White and Blue Ice Cream (No Churn Recipe)

Red White and Blue Ice Cream is a soft and creamy vanilla treat with an addictive cookie crunch! It’s the perfect patriotic dessert recipe!

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Method Freezer, Mixed

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Freezing Time 5 hours hours

Total Time 5 hours hours 15 minutes minutes

Servings 12 people

Calories 329cal

Author Donna Elick

Ingredients

• 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 12 Golden Oreos crushed
• ½ cup red white and blue sprinkles

Instructions

• In a large bowl, whisk together the condensed milk and vanilla extract; Set aside.
• In a second large bowl, using a hand mixer or stand mixer, whip the heavy cream on medium-high speed until you get firm peaks.
• Into the condensed milk mixture, gently fold in 1 cup of the whipped cream until combined. Fold this mixture into the remaining whipped cream until combined.
• Add crushed cookies and sprinkles and gently mix to combine. Pour the mixture into a 9 x-5 x-3-inch metal loaf pan.
• Cover with plastic wrap and freeze for 5 hours before serving. Enjoy!

Notes

You can use regular chocolate Oreos if you prefer, or red Oreos are available for the 4th of July. Those would be perfect in this recipe!
You can use vanilla extract or for more flavor, use vanilla bean paste.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 329cal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 56mg | Sodium: 99mg | Sugar: 30g | Fiber: 1g | Calcium: 123mg | Iron: 1mg

Originally published May 2022, updated and republished June 2025

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The look of this rotini pasta salad is part of the fun! I’ve whipped up this tri-color rotini pasta for family gatherings, and it’s always a hit. 

Not only is it the perfect pasta salad for summer picnics, but it’s a hearty pasta salad for a perfect lunch or dinner, too. 

The steps on the printable recipe card below show why this is one of the best recipes, and also why I make this classic pasta salad all the time. 

This tricolor pasta salad is a great recipe and a great way to add fun and flavor to the table! And yes, this perfect side dish still tastes incredible the next day! 

Tri-Color Pasta Salad

Tri color pasta usually refers to rotini noodles that are dyed with natural flavors like tomatoes and spinach. It comes in a combination of orange, green, and white colors.

For this recipe, however, we use food dye on regular rotini pasta to make a festive Memorial Day or 4th of July dish that’s red, white, and blue all over!

This colored pasta recipe is great for a BBQ side dish, but the addition of pepperoni and cheese makes it perfectly filling as a main course as well. 

Colorful pasta salad with Italian dressing is a summertime favorite, through and through. 

It typically includes seasonal veggies and is served chilled, so it’s no wonder why it’s an instant picnic classic. 

I also love Tuna Pasta Salad, which I enjoy eating all year round. 

Pasta with Pumpkin Sauce is a fantastic fall treat, while Pesto Chicken Pasta gets me through the cold winter months.

Ingredient Notes and Substitutions

I make my tri color pasta salad with Italian dressing, some cheese, and some veggies.

A bit of olive oil coats the noodles, while food dye is what gives them their color. 

I also throw in some pepperoni for added flavor and to make this tri colored pasta dish a bit more filling!

• Rotini Pasta – This is my preferred pasta for dishes like these, but you can use whatever cooked pasta you like! 
  
  I recommend using a small shape, like bowtie pasta or elbow macaroni.
• Red and Blue Liquid Food Dye – Otherwise, we can’t have red white and blue pasta salad! 
  
  I really recommend using just 3-4 drops at a time and adding a bit more as needed. Too much, and the colors will be way too bright and unappetizing!
• Cherry Tomatoes & Black Olives – Two fool-proof ingredients for pasta salad with Italian dressing, as any Italian lover will tell you! 
  
  Cucumbers, bell peppers, and banana peppers are also delicious and would fit in perfectly.
• Mozzarella Cheese – Cut into little cubes that you can easily grab with your fork, or use mozzarella pearls to make this super easy. 
  
  And if you want a different cheese altogether, try white cheddar or provolone.
• Pepperoni – A bit of protein makes tri color pasta more substantial and filling, like a full meal on its own! 
  
  Other cured meats work great as well — you can use salami, ham, or prosciutto. Or a mix of them all!
• Italian Dressing – Your favorite bottled or packaged dressing will do the trick. Or, try out my copycat Olive Garden Italian dressing!

How to Make Tri Color Pasta

Step 1: Cook the noodles according to the package directions, then rinse with cool water.

Step 2: Divide the noodles into 3 equal portions. Place two portions in separate Ziploc bags and set the third portion aside for now.

Step 3: Add a few drops of the desired color to each bag and reseal. Knead until every noodle is uniform in color, adding more food coloring if needed.

Step 4: Rinse each batch of colored pasta until the water runs clear and drain well.

Colorful Pasta Recipe Tips and Tricks

• Customize for different holidays.

Switch up the dye color for any holiday. You can use red, white, and green on Christmas, or pink and blue for Easter! 

Using all spinach rotini for Saint Patrick’s Day, or a mix of pink and red for Valentine’s Day would be adorable, too.

You can also make this cold pasta salad for game days by using your favorite team colors! 

• Add the dressing while the pasta is warm.

Noodles that are still warm and squishy will absorb the dressing’s flavors far more easily than noodles that have been chilled. 

Also, if you want, you can also add more dressing before serving, for double the dressing and double the delish!

• Slightly undercook the pasta.

Cook the rotini until al dente, or just a bit underdone. This helps to avoid a totally mushy mess of tri color pasta salad.

• Rinse the colored noodles.

To prevent the colors from bleeding together, give each batch of colored pasta a quick rinse under running water before combining them together.

Storing and Handling Leftovers

Since this dish is served chilled, you don’t need to worry about reheating anything. Simply transfer leftovers into an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 5 days. 

And that’s it! Serve as much as you’d like, when you’d like.

I recommend adding a bit more Italian dressing before serving up any leftovers. 

It’ll help to plump up the noodles and revitalize the flavors in your patriotic tri color pasta salad! 

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Enjoy!
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Patriotic Tri Color Pasta Salad (Red, White, and Blue)

Tri Color Pasta Salad is a creative way to match dishes with a theme. So why not try out some colorful pasta this summer?

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Method Mixed, Stovetop

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes minutes

Total Time 25 minutes minutes

Servings 6

Calories 698cal

Author Donna Elick

Equipment

• red food coloring
• blue food coloring
• serving bowl
• food storage bags

Ingredients

• 16 ounces rotini pasta cooked and rinsed
• 3-4 drops red liquid food coloring
• 3-4 drops blue liquid food coloring
• 2 tablespoons water divided
• 1 tablespoon olive oil or vegetable oil
• 1 pint (2 cups) cherry tomatoes cut in halves
• 8 ounces mozzarella cheese cut into ½-inch cubes (or mozzarella pearls)
• ¾ cup pepperoni slices cut into fourths
• ½ cup black olive slices
• 16 ounces Italian dressing

Instructions

• To a large Ziploc bag, add 3-4 drops of red food coloring and 1 tablespoon water. Repeat in another bag with the blue food coloring and remaining 1 tablespoon of water.
• Separate pasta into 3 equal portions (about 3 cups each).
• Place ⅓ of the pasta (1 of the 3 portions) into the bag with the red coloring and seal the bag. Place another third portion of pasta into the blue bag and seal. Gently knead the bags to mix the pasta with coloring. Continue until the pasta is uniform in color. If the pasta needs additional color, mix 1 drop of food coloring with 1 tablespoon of water and add it to the bag until the desired color is reached. Rinse noodles and drain well.
• Mix the remaining third portion of noodles with the olive/vegetable oil. This helps prevent the coloring from bleeding into the white pasta.
• Place all pasta into a large bowl and add the tomatoes, cheese, pepperoni, olives, and dressing. Mix until well combined. Cover and chill for at least 1 hour before serving.
• Keep refrigerated and use within 5 days.

Notes

Don’t add too much food coloring or the colors will be too bright and almost toxic looking. Start with 3-4 drops of food coloring and then continue adding if needed.
Rinse the food colored noodles well, as this helps prevent the colors from bleeding.

Nutrition

Serving: 2cups | Calories: 698cal | Carbohydrates: 70g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 36g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 44mg | Sodium: 1400mg | Sugar: 13g | Fiber: 3g | Calcium: 234mg | Iron: 2mg

Originally published June 2022, updated and republished June 2025

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Red White and Blue Popsicles

These red white and blue popsicles are simply delicious and have only 5 ingredients!

Made with fresh fruit, all-natural yogurt, honey, and your favorite vanilla, they’re a must at our annual Fourth of July cookout.

I actually came up with them because I wanted to be able to give Munchkin a delicious dessert that wasn’t full of artificial ingredients and tons of sugar.

Berry yogurt popsicles are definitely a dessert I am proud to feed my daughter, and I love to watch her dive in!

She always eats the center first — the vanilla honey yogurt layer is her favorite. Go figure. She knows what she wants! You’ll have to let me know which layer is your favorite in the comments below.

We have more amazing popsicles for you to try and even a handy guide to help you make them!

Ingredient Notes and Substitutions

• Plain Yogurt – Needed for the creamy white layer and the blueberry one! I also find the added yogurt balances out some of the sweetness from the fruit and honey.
  
  Greek yogurt would make these protein-packed and give you a slightly thicker consistency! You could even try using coconut yogurt as a plant-based option.
  
• Honey – No refined sugar to be found in these red white and blue popsicles! Honey also helps keep the texture soft and prevents the ice pops from becoming too icy.
  
• Blueberries – The star of the blue layer! When smashed they create a slightly chunky texture too. 
  
  Blackberries are another option if you want a deeper flavor.
  
• Raspberries – Unsurprisingly, raspberries make up the red layer! Strawberries or cherries can be used here instead. 
  
• Vanilla Extract – To enhance the overall flavor of the berry yogurt popsicles while adding a subtle sweetness. It makes the yogurt layer taste like vanilla ice cream!

Tips and Tricks to Make Perfect Berry Popsicles

• Loosen stiff honey.

Stiff or cold honey will be difficult to mix into the yogurt and fruit. 

You can warm it slightly by placing the jar in a bowl of warm water for a few minutes. This will help it blend without clumping.

• Partially freeze layers for true red white and blue popsicles.

When I say “true,” I mean you can clearly see the red, white, and blue layers! 

I find popping each portion in the freezer while I work on the next one is the best way to achieve this. 

The longer you leave each layer to sit, the more distinct the sections will be!

• Use high-quality vanilla extract.

Get the most bang for your buck and use a fabulous vanilla extract! I love Neilsen-Massey Madagascar vanilla in these berry popsicles. 

Or if you have Madagascar vanilla beans, they would also be amazing! Just scrape the beans out of 1 pod and add them to the yogurt.  

The vanilla really carries the creamy yogurt center to a whole new level.

• Blend for a smoother texture.

If you prefer smoother berry popsicles, blend the fruit and yogurt mixtures with your food processor or blender instead of just smashing and stirring. 

You’ll get a more uniform texture without messing with the fruity flavor!

Prep Ahead

• Bring honey to room temp if needed
• Wash and clean berries

Kitchen Tools You Will Need

• Mixing Bowls – I like to have a variety of sizes on hand, and this set has them all.
• Food Processor or Blender to blend the fruit and yogurt.
• Ice Pop Mold – Silicone molds are ideal! This one comes with reusable sticks too.

Fun Mix-Ins 

Use my berry popsicle recipe as a base and then make it your own! There are quite a few options here — don’t be afraid to get creative.

I’ve added shredded coconut to the white center for some extra texture. It also pairs great with the berries! Added lemon zest also works super well in the yogurt layer.

Incorporating some chia seeds with the fruit would add fiber and more texture too. 

Leave whole berries in your firecracker popsicles for another fun option! They’ll look similar to these kiwi pineapple ice pops or my tasty raspberry lemonade yogurt popsicles — SO good!

Storing Firecracker Popsicles

Once the popsicles are fully frozen (they should be good to go after 12-24 hours), remove them from the molds and wrap them individually in parchment paper. 

Place in a zip-top bag to protect against freezer burn and store for up to 1-2 months for the best taste and texture. 

Berry Popsicle Recipe FAQ

Enjoy!

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Berry Red White and Blue Popsicles

Red White and Blue Popsicles are the perfect 4th of July treat that kids and adults will love! A simple recipe that's fabulously refreshing.

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Method Freezer

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Freezing Time 12 hours hours

Total Time 12 hours hours 10 minutes minutes

Servings 10 popsicles

Calories 69cal

Author Donna Elick

Ingredients

• 2 cups plain yogurt divided
• 3 tablespoons honey divided
• 6 ounces blueberries washed
• 6 ounces raspberries cleaned
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

• Place raspberries in a small bowl. Drizzle 1 tablespoon of honey over top and stir to combine. Set aside.
• Place blueberries in a small bowl. Smash with fork. Drizzle 1 tablespoon of honey over top and stir to combine. Set aside.

  Leave berries to sit for a few minutes while you prepare your popsicle molds.
• Smash raspberries with a fork and mix in 1/2 cup yogurt. Stir until well combined. You can blend these in a mini food processor or blender if you would like a really smooth consistency.
• Pour about 1 1/2 tablespoons of raspberry mixture into each popsicle mold. Place popsicles in freezer to slightly firm while you prepare the remaining ingredients.
• Smash blueberries well and mix in 1/2 cup yogurt. Stir well to combine. You can blend these in a mini food processor or blender if you would like a really smooth consistency.
• In a small bowl combine 1 cup yogurt, 1 tablespoon honey and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
• Remove popsicles from freezer and divide yogurt between popsicle molds, filling each to about 2/3 full.
• Divide blueberry mixture between popsicles, filling each almost to the top (popsicles will slightly expand when freezing).
• Cover molds with aluminum foil. Poke holes in each slot and place a popsicle stick about 1/2 way in. Return to freezer for 12-24 hours.

Nutrition

Serving: 1popsicle | Calories: 69cal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 23mg | Sugar: 10g | Fiber: 2g | Calcium: 65mg | Iron: 1mg

Originally published June 2012, updated and republished May 2025

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These super festive and fun vodka Jello shots are just what your party needs! They’re super colorful, fun, and beyond tasty. 

The gradient of red, white, and blue in the glass, the whipped cream on top… Not to mention the flavor!

They’re a mix of sweet and tangy gelatin, with a creamy texture thanks to whipped cream vodka and actual whipped cream! 

I’ve always had so much fun making them. They’re such a festive treat! And it’s a good idea to get extra cups for these fun patriotic jello shots, because you’re going to want to make a second batch!

For a fun twist, top with Cool Whip and patriotic sprinkles! 

Red White and Blue Jello Shots

I love sharing this fun patriotic jello shot! 

The blue layer of jello followed by the white jello layer create such a fun look – and let’s not forget about the red layer at the bottom! 

You can make these for the fourth of July, Labor Day, or any type of patriotic treat. 

The recipe card is a simple way to make these red, white, and blue jello shots recipe. 

It’s one of those shot recipes that take just a little time to make, and is the best patriotic jell-shot recipe out there! 

Do yourself a favor and buy disposable shot glasses so that you can use them for your July 4th celebration without having to spend a ton of time cleaning up! 

Glass shot glasses are great but buying jello shot cups that you don’t have to clean sounds better. 

This recipe makes 20 vodka shots, so there are plenty to go around. But it’s incredibly easy to double or triple the amounts so you can make enough for a crowd. 

And trust me, everyone is going to want more than one!

Of course, I highly recommend breaking this recipe out to make some killer 4th of July Jello shots for your Independence Day bash. 

But, they make fantastic Memorial Day cocktails, too – Patriotic drinks are just the ticket!! Try our show stopping firecracker cake that is so easy to make!

Themed drinks are just another way to enjoy the holidays, in my book. 

Whether it’s my Lucky Shamrock Grasshopper Shot on St. Patrick’s day or a White Chocolate Ghost Cocktail Shooter on Halloween, you can be sure that I’m tying tasty treats into the festivities!

While we’re at it, why not throw candy into the mix? Try out my Gummy Bear Jello Shot recipe next time you want to shake things up. Or a classic Mimosa Jello Shot!

And don’t forget to serve food with your drinks! Have fun shareables on the table, like Soft Pretzel Bites or 7 Layer Taco Dip.

Ingredient Notes and Substitutions 

• Boxed Jell-O – You’ll need red and blue gelatin powder for your 4th of July Jello shots, as well as a packet of unflavored gelatin for the white layer. 
  
  If you want to use the sugar-free variety, go right ahead!
  
• Whipped Cream Vodka – The sweet flavor of this vodka ties in with the flavor of the whipped cream for a really cohesive and smooth jelly shot! 
  
  You can use regular, unflavored vodka if you prefer. 
  
• Whipped Cream – If you don’t want whipped cream in the shot, you can instead add another ¼ cup of simple syrup with some white gel food dye to get the right color.
  
• Simple Syrup – To make your own, combine equal parts sugar and water together. Start by boiling the water, then stir in the sugar. 
  
  Pull it off the heat and let the mixture cool, then refrigerate. That’s it! 

IMPORTANT RECIPE NOTES

Tip for Making Layered Shots: 

When making this recipe, wait for each layer to fully cool before adding the next. 

Additionally, do not add the unflavored gelatin right to the hot water; wait until it dissolves in the cold water! 

Plain, unflavored gelatin dissolves differently than flavored gelatin does. If you add hot water too soon, the gelatin becomes stringy.

Kitchen Tools and Supplies You’ll Need

• Plastic Shot Cups – These typically come in 2-ounce sizes, perfect for the red white and blue Jello shots!
• Mixing Bowls – I like to have a variety of sizes on hand, and this set has them all.
• Whisk – These have held up for over 10 years, and are still as good as the day I bought them.
• Silicone Spatula – Perfect for stirring fun, messy drinks like these. Plus, they’re easy to clean!
• Injector or Pouring Dish – You need a good, steady pouring instrument to get smooth, even layers.

Red White and Blue Jello Shots FAQ

Prep Ahead Instructions 

Regular Jell-O is fine in the fridge for over a week, but vodka Jello shots are a bit different! 

If you want to make them ahead of time, don’t let them sit in the fridge for longer than 5 days.

If you plan to garnish them with whipped cream and sprinkles, wait until you’re about to serve. 

Otherwise, the sprinkles dissolve and the whipped cream runs, and it just won’t taste good. Save the fun stuff for last!

How To Store Vodka Jello Shots 

The easiest way to store these is by covering them, placing them on a tray (a cookie sheet will do the trick!), and sliding the tray into the fridge.

This makes removing and serving them so much easier! 

IMPORTANT: Don’t store jelly shots in the freezer; it ruins the consistency and texture.

Enjoy!

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Patriotic Red White and Blue Jello Shots Recipe

Red white and blue jello shots are so explosive they put the fireworks to shame! This recipe makes perfect 4th of July jello shots!

Course Drink

Cuisine American

Method Mixed

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Chill Time 6 hours hours

Total Time 6 hours hours 15 minutes minutes

Servings 20 (2-ounce) shots

Calories 88cal

Author Donna Elick

Ingredients

Red Layer

• 3 ounces red gelatin powder 3-ounce box red Jell-O
• 1 cup boiling water
• 1/2 cup cold water
• 1/2 cup whipped cream vodka

White Layer

• 2 packets unflavored gelatin 0.25 ounces each
• 1/2 cup cold water
• 1/2 cup boiling water
• 1/2 cup whipped cream vodka
• 1/4 cup simple syrup
• 1/2 cup whipped cream

Blue Layer

• 3 ounces blue gelatin powder 3-ounce box blue Jell-O
• 1 cup boiling water
• 1/2 cup cold water
• 1/2 cup whipped cream vodka

Optional Toppings

• whipped cream
• red sanding sugar
• blue sanding sugar
• red white and blue jimmies or sprinkles
• white gel food coloring

Instructions

• Line your shot glasses up on a cookie sheet or other moveable, flat surface.
• Place the red gelatin mix in a medium mixing bowl and add the boiling water. Mix until dissolved. Add the cold water and vodka. Give a quick stir.
• Using an injector or pourable measuring cup, fill each shot glass about a third of the way full. It doesn’t have to be perfect, just eyeball it.

  Place in the fridge for 2 hours or until set.
• For the white layer, add the cold water to a medium mixing bowl and add the gelatin on top. Be sure all the gelatin powder soaks into the water, but do not stir or move it around too much. Let the gelatin slowly dissolve until there are no clumps of powder left.
• Add the boiling water to the bowl and stir until the gelatin dissolves into the water. Add the simple syrup and vodka. Give a quick stir.

  Add the whipped cream to the bowl and lightly whisk until dissolved into the mixture. Let cool down to room temp.
• Using an injector or pourable measuring cup, fill each shot glass a third of the way full with the white layer (on top of the red). Do this gently.

  Place back in the fridge for 2 hours or until set.
• Repeat steps 2-5, but use the blue jello in place of the red. Be sure to let the blue gelatin cool to room temp before adding to the top of the white. This will be your last layer, so fill it until there’s only about ¼ of an inch to the top left.
• Top with whipped cream and sprinkles, if desired, or serve as-is, and enjoy!

Notes

1. If you don’t want to add the whipped cream in the white layer, you can add another ¼ cup simple syrup and use a couple drops of white gel food coloring. I don’t think the flavor is as good, but it does the trick, and you really can’t tell since the other two layers have such a strong flavor.
2. DO NOT add the unflavored gelatin to hot water before it’s dissolved in cold water. Unflavored gelatin doesn’t work the same as flavored jello. It gets clumpy and stringy when added directly to hot water.
3. You can use sugar free options for your whipped cream and jello, if desired. It should set up the same.
4. Do not add a layer on top of another layer if the mixture is still pretty hot. You’ll end up melting the layer underneath it and this can make the colors run together. Sometimes it causes a cool effect, other times, it just makes them ugly.
5. Do not add the whipped cream and sprinkles to the shots until you’re ready to serve them. The shots will last about 24-48 hours with the whipped cream on them, but the whipped cream starts to get gross.
6. Properly cover the jello shots if storing in the fridge, and they’ll keep for about 5 days. Do not freeze.
7. You can use normal vodka if you prefer or other flavors as well. I just loved how the whipped cream vodka vibes with these flavor combinations.

Nutrition

Serving: 2ounces | Calories: 88cal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 33mg | Sugar: 7g | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 1mg

Originally published May 2022.. updated and republished May 2025

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Freakshakes are like ice-cream milkshakes with a sweet tooth on steriods! Some people also call them monster shakes or crazy milkshakes – which are totally fitting too!

The fun part about making a crazy shake like this is that you can easily customize and have a blast with it.

I loaded a mason jar full of yummy ingredients that are patriotic themed – but you can easily customize for any time of year. 

Think caramel sauce, chocolate sauce, cotton candy, a slice of cake, funnel cakes, cookie dough, lucky charms, peanut butter, marshmallow fluff, chocolate sprinkles, a shot of espresso, and literally anything else that you can fit in and around the top of the glass.

I love adding large scoops of vanilla ice cream and chocolate ice cream to my personal extreme milkshake because I’m an adult – and that’s part of the perk! 

To find out how to make this freak shake instead of a regular milkshake, the recipe card has all the details below. First thing – get your sweet tooth and taste buds ready.

You’re going to forget that a basic milkshake every existed and you’re going to love this freakshake trend! 

Freakshake

If you’ve been looking for the ultimate 4th of July beverage for all ages, you’ve got to make this patriotic freakshake recipe!

The first time I heard about freakshakes I knew I had to try one. Some may call them excessive or indulgent… I say, that’s exactly what I look for in a dessert!!

I love making themed food and drinks for parties. I even have a Holidays section up on the site so that you can peruse all of the options for your own celebrations!

This recipe is for sure in my Patriotic Holidays collection. 

Whether you make them for the Fourth of July or Memorial Day, my red white and blue freakshakes are sure to be a hit!

Ingredient Notes and Substitutions

• Vanilla Ice Cream – The base of all good milkshake recipes is, of course, some ice cream! 
  
  I’m using vanilla — remember that we’re using food coloring to create the different colored layers, so it’s important to start with a neutral-colored base like vanilla.
  
• Sweetened Condensed Milk – Also needed for the actual milkshake portion of your shake! 
  
  Sweetened condensed milk adds even more flavor and sweetness without a ton of added sugar needed.
  
• White Chocolate Creamer – My secret ingredient for super creamy results! I love the white chocolate flavoring too. It complements everything else so well.
  
• Food Coloring – Grab some red and blue food coloring to create those red and blue stripes.
  
• Cool Whip – I use this to create a barrier between the stripes so the colors don’t bleed. It also adds a nice, light, and fluffy touch to the milkshakes.
  
• Candy Melts & Sprinkles – I use these to decorate the glasses. 
  
  Melt down the candy and cover the rim of each glass, then add the sprinkles… just like when you salt the rims for margaritas!
  
• Toppings – They don’t call this a loaded milkshake for nothin’! I add marshmallows, red and blue sanding sugar, Twizzlers, and a Bomb Pop on top of each shake. 

The presentation is just incredible, plus the taste is off the chart!

Tips and Tricks to Make Perfect Freakshakes

• Freezing helps the rim decorations set.

After you’ve covered the entire rim with the melted candy melts and added your sprinkles, place it in the freezer to chill while you make the different layers.

Not only will this help the candy and sprinkles set, but it also does double duty by chilling the glass before you add the multi-colored layers to it!

• Make the red and blue portions separately.

You may be tempted to make one big batch of vanilla milkshakes, and then separate it to create the stripes. 

I suggest you make the red layer, add it to the chilled glass, return it to the freezer, then make the blue layer! You’ll have more control over the consistency for the best taste and texture! 

Plus, letting the other layers chill while you make the next one will prevent them from bleeding into each other.

• Use sanding sugar to “dye” the marshmallows.

I prefer to use sanding sugar to add color to the marshmallows instead of food dye! 

All you need to do is dip in water, roll in sugar, and add to the cake pop stick. It’s soo much easier than using food coloring, plus you’ll get even more texture with the sugar.

• Top with a sparkler for an extra patriotic look.

Grab some sparklers and add one to each loaded milkshake to celebrate the Fourth of July with some pizzazz. 

Just make sure to be careful if you plan on serving these to children. No one wants to poke an eye out or get burned!

Prep Ahead

• Divide the ice cream, condensed milk, and creamer
• Chill the glasses

What You’ll Need For This Recipe

• Blender – A high-powered blender is a must in every kitchen!
• Piping Bag and 1M Tip – To add the Cool Whip
• Cake Pop Sticks – For the marshmallows! 
• Chilled Glasses – Helps keep the freakshakes cold.
• Blue Paper Straws – For sipping in style.

Serving Suggestions 

You’ll want to serve your shake immediately! If you plan on making these for a crowd, be sure to double or triple it — as written, my recipe will give you one loaded milkshake. 

I will most definitely be featuring these at my Fourth of July party. I’ll be serving all of my favorite backyard barbecue fixings, plus this Patriotic Tri Color Pasta Salad! 

Festive summer berry icebox cake and Red White and Blue Cheesecake Salad are some other options, and Triple Berry Parfait is so easy!

Homemade Red White and Blue Ice Cream and Firecracker Cake will be my other desserts, plus these Red White and Blue Jello Shots and Red White and Blue Layered Shots for my 21+ guests.

As you can see, I’ve got tons of patriotic recipes to inspire you!

Storing

I recommend that you only make as many 4th of July milkshakes as you plan on serving. 

They don’t store very well — the layers may start to bleed into themselves, and the Cool Whip will deflate when you keep them in the fridge.

If you absolutely must store leftovers, separate them layer by layer and store in airtight containers in the freezer for the best results. 

4th of July Milkshakes FAQ

Enjoy!

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Copycat Patriotic Freakshake Recipe (Extreme Shake)

Celebrate July 4th with my Freakshake recipe! Top with red, white, and blue candy decorations, and serve with a sparkler for extra pizzazz!

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Method Mixed

Prep Time 20 minutes minutes

Total Time 20 minutes minutes

Servings 1 milkshake

Calories 2533cal

Author Donna Elick

Equipment

• piping bag
• 1M Piping Tip
• Cake Pop Stick
• Chilled Glass
• Blue Paper Straws

Ingredients

Glass decoration

• ½ cup white candy melts
• Patriotic Sprinkles Mix

Milkshake

• 1 quart 6 heaping scoops vanilla ice cream, divided
• 4 tablespoons sweetened condensed milk divided
• 1 cup 8 fluid ounces white chocolate creamer, divided
• red and blue food coloring
• 1 8 ounce tub cool whip

Shake Toppings

• 3 marshmallows
• red sanding sugar
• blue sanding sugar
• 3 Twizzlers
• 1 Bomb Pop

Instructions

Step by Step:

• RIM THE GLASS: Start by melting down your white candy melts. Place in the microwave for one minute. Stir and repeat, until melted and smooth.
• Place the top of your glass in the melted candy. Cover the entire rim and let it set slightly. Sprinkle with patriotic sprinkles, and place your glass in the freezer to chill and let the rim set up.
• MAKE THE RED LAYER: Add half of the ice cream, two tablespoons condensed milk, half a cup of creamer to a blender.
• Blend on high until smooth. Add red food coloring (a few drops at a time) until the color you desire is achieved.
• Pour into your chilled glass and place in the freezer while you make your next layer.
• MAKE THE WHITE LAYER: Place your cool whip in a piping bag with a tip and pipe cool whip on top of your red layer, creating a barrier between the two colors. Or scoop it into the glass carefully. Place glass in the freezer while you prepare the next layer.
• MAKE THE BLUE LAYER: Repeat steps 3-5 with the blue food coloring. Pour the shake on top of the cool whip layer.
• DECORATE YOUR FREAKSHAKE: Pipe remaining cool whip on top and add additional sprinkles.
• Dip one marshmallow into water and then dip in red sanding sugar. Place on a cake pop stick. Next add a white marshmallow. Finally dip another marshmallow in water, followed by blue sanding sugar.
• Place your straws, twizzlers, bomb pop, and marshmallows on the top of your shake. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 2533cal | Carbohydrates: 315g | Protein: 40g | Fat: 125g | Saturated Fat: 81g | Cholesterol: 444mg | Sodium: 927mg | Sugar: 287g | Fiber: 7g | Calcium: 1440mg | Iron: 1mg

Originally published May 2024, updated and republished April 2025

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In my opinion, the slushy consistency of this drink recipe is the best way to cool down on hot summer days!

Not only is it a great cocktail, but it’s also super simple to whip up bigger batches, making it great for a party. (or a single serving for drinks on repeat!)

Alcoholic drinks like this are also super fun to have flavor variations with, so be sure to try out fun flavors with fresh strawberries, frozen strawberries, fresh lime juice, or stick to classic daiquiri flavors as well. (and yes, if you want to make this into a virgin daiquiri, just leave out the rum!) Add a lime slice to the rim for festiveness! 

Frozen Daiquiri

Nothing says summertime like a sweet frozen daiquiri, but I wanted to make something extra patriotic for this year’s Independence Day celebration… and that was also more sippable than a Jello shot.

It’s easy enough to get the red and white layers with a Lava Flow drink, but what about the blue? Thankfully, there’s already a vibrant blue liqueur available… blue curacao!

Since pineapple blends so well with the bitter orange flavor, I shifted that over and used melon for the white layer in this drink. 

The fruit flavors in each colorful layer taste just like summer when sipped together!

And the best part about this recipe? There’s hardly any prep to do! Blend frozen fruit with the appropriate booze and pour as you go. Bartending accomplished!!

Ingredient Notes and Substitutions

• Frozen Fruit – Grab some bags from the freezer section of the store or slice and freeze your own!
  
  Melon can sometimes be hard to find outside of a tropical blend, so plan ahead in case you need to prep that yourself. Since it’s for the white layer of the drink, honeydew is the best choice.
  
• White Rum – Keep those fruit flavors front and center — and the colors clean and vibrant — with white rum as opposed to dark or spiced varieties. 
  
  Bacardi or Captain Morgan are my go-to options. You can use light rum or dark fum  – just choose the best rum and add! 
  
• Blue Curacao – This citrus liqueur is dyed a vibrant blue color, making it a favorite for colorful cocktails! 
  
  The best substitute for blue curacao would be clear curacao or triple sec plus some blue food coloring.
  
• Ice – Not technically an ingredient, but you’ll need to grab a bag if you don’t have an ice maker! I just use ice cubes from my ice maker – the powerful blender does just fine chopping them up! 

Tips and Tricks to Make a Perfect Firecracker Cocktail

• Have ingredients measured and ready.

The faster you blend those layers and serve up your frozen daiquiri, the better it will be!

Pair up the frozen fruits with their coordinating liquors so you can grab and go in seconds. And since every layer needs ice, have a bowl of that ready to scoop from.

• Adjust the sweetness to your liking.

Fruit is quite sweet on its own, but how sweet depends on how ripe it was when frozen. Feel free to add a little simple syrup or agave nectar. You can just fresh fruit juice, too. 

I recommend giving each layer a quick sip, then blending it in if needed.

And if you don’t have simple syrup on hand, it’s super easy to make! Combine 1 cup water with 1 cup sugar in a saucepan and bring the mixture to a simmer. 

Once the sugar is completely dissolved, remove from heat and let cool before using.

• Place glasses in the freezer after adding each layer.

This will keep your drink nice and frosty — and ensure that the layers of your red white and blue daiquiri don’t bleed or melt into each other while you blend.

If you’re mixing up drinks poolside, have a separate bowl of ice to hold the glasses in as an alternative to the freezer.

• Experiment with different flavor combinations!

If you’re not a fan of melon, use pineapple for the white layer and banana for the blue layer. Or, swap the strawberries with raspberries. 

You could also replace the white layer with a simple lime daiquiri if you prefer to balance sweet with tart. Simply combine frozen limeade with white rum and ice.

Tools You Will Need for This Recipe

• Blender – A high-power blender is a must in every kitchen!
• Jigger – Essential for any well-stocked bar, this quickly and accurately measures liquids for making cocktails. In a pinch, liquid measuring cups will work as well.

Serving Suggestions 

Top each frozen daiquiri with fresh fruit slices and add a colorful straw to the glass. For an even sweeter twist, rim the glasses in colorful sanding sugar or patriotic sprinkles.

And if you really want to put the dazzle and sparkle in this firecracker cocktail, dust the inside of the glasses with edible beverage glitter — or mix it right into each layer!

It’ll be almost as impressive as this Firecracker Cake, another staple at my summer holiday soirees. 

Complete your spread with more red, white, and blue dishes like pasta salad, ice cream, cheesecake fruit salad, and yogurt berry popsicles for the kids!

How to Batch Make Red White and Blue Daiquiri

All you need to do is scale up the ingredients for each layer — as written, this 4th of July cocktail recipe makes enough for 2 drinks.

Have your glasses lined up to divide each batch as you go, or pour each mixture into a separate pitcher and let guests build their own firecracker cocktail!

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Enjoy!

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Best Firecracker Frozen Daiquiri Recipe (3 Patriotic Layers)

Make this stunning Frozen Daiquiri for a festive summertime sip! This layered red white and blue daiquiri is the perfect 4th of July cocktail recipe!!

Course Drink

Cuisine American

Method Mixed

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Total Time 10 minutes minutes

Servings 2

Calories 198cal

Author Donna Elick

Equipment

• blender
• glass
• paper straws

Ingredients

• 1 cup frozen strawberries
• 1 cup frozen honeydew melon
• 1 cup frozen pineapple
• 1/2 cup of ice per layer
• 1 1/2 ounces white rum divided
• 1 1/2 ounces blue curacao divided

Instructions

• PREPARE THE RED LAYER: Add 1 cup of strawberries, 1/2 cup of ice, and 1/2 of white rum to the blender. Blend until smooth. Pour the mixture in two glasses and place in the freezer while you prepare the next layer. Rinse the blender to prepare for the next layer.
• PREPARE THE WHITE LAYER: Add 1 cup of frozen melon, 1/2 cup of ice and the remaining white rum. Blend until smooth. Pour the mixture on top of the red layer in the glasses, then place them in the freezer while you prepare the next layer. Rinse the blender to prepare for the next layer.
• PREPARE THE BLUE LAYER: Add 1 cup of frozen pineapple, 1/2 cup of ice and the blue curacao. Blend until smooth and pour the blue mixture on top of the white layer in both glasses, filling it to the top.
• DECORATE YOUR DRINKS: Garnish each glass with fresh fruit slices or colorful straws if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

Make sure to have two glasses ready to pour each layer separately.

Adjust the amount of rum and blue curacao according to your personal taste preferences. You can increase or decrease the amounts to suit your liking.

Feel free to experiment with different combinations of frozen fruits to create your desired flavors and colors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 198cal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.4g | Saturated Fat: 0.04g | Sodium: 17mg | Sugar: 22g | Fiber: 3g | Calcium: 27mg | Iron: 1mg

Originally published May 2024, updated and republished April 2025

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With fresh fruit and a lusciously creamy cheesecake filling, it’s the perfect dessert salad!

I don’t know about you, but I love my coffee, so I always have creamer in the house.

I have found this to be an amazing convenient ingredient in cooking and baking sweets.

So, of course, when I started thinking about creamy fruit salad I thought of using vanilla flavored coffee creamer!

I absolutely love fresh fruit and I am completely hooked on fruit salad.

With summer right around the corner and fresh berries calling to me at the market, I could think of nothing more perfect than a berry banana fruit salad.

But, not just any fruit salad. A cheesecake salad.

Red White and Blue Cheesecake Salad

Rich and creamy cheesecake filling made with cream cheese, pudding and my favorite creamer.

The creamer lends a richness and creaminess to the cheesecake filling and the perfect touch of sweetness.

The filling is folded into fresh strawberries, blueberries, and bananas to create the most amazing red white, and blue cheesecake salad you have ever eaten.

Memorial Day weekend is the official launch of summer, but I tell you I am way ahead of you.

I am stocking up on summer salad ideas and boy oh boy do we have a good selection to choose from.

Summer Berry Cheesecake Salad and Hawaiian Cheesecake Salad are our 2 most popular cheesecake salad recipes, but I have a feeling that a red white and blue salad is just what any patriotic holiday weekend needs!

Try our Cherry Pie Cheesecake Salad next if you want that same creamy base loaded with sweet cherry pie filling!

Recipe Tips

• Do not pour all of the creamer into the cream cheese at once. It will get clumpy and no matter how long you beat it, it will stay that way. Trust me on this one.
  
• If the cream cheese and pudding mix get too thick, add in a splash of the cream to loosen it up. Then proceed with the recipe, minus the splash you already used.
  
• If you are out of creamer you can substitute: 1 cup heavy cream, 1/4 cup powdered sugar, and 2 teaspoons vanilla extract.

Make Ahead Instructions for Red White and Blue Cheesecake Salad

To make the cheesecake salad ahead of time, prepare the cheesecake mixture and refrigerate in a bowl.

Then, combine all of the fruit in a separate large bowl. Cover both bowls and refrigerate.

Before serving, drain any excess liquid from the fruit and then fold the cheesecake filling into the fruit.

Enjoy!

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Red White and Blue Cheesecake Salad

Red White and Blue Cheesecake Salad has fresh fruit and rich, creamy cheesecake filling. A patriotic July 4th fruit salad recipe!

Course Dessert, Salad

Cuisine American

Method Mixed

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Total Time 15 minutes minutes

Servings 16

Calories 141cal

Author Donna Elick

Equipment

• mixing bowl
• electric hand mixer

Ingredients

• 8 ounces cream cheese
• 3.4 ounces instant cheesecake pudding mix unprepared
• 1 cup liquid French vanilla creamer *See Notes
• 1 pound strawberries cut into bite-size pieces
• 12 ounces blueberries
• 1/4 cup lemon juice ~1 large lemon
• 4 large bananas peeled and sliced

Instructions

• In a medium tall bowl, (I use my 8 cup measuring cup), using an electric mixer, whip cream cheese until it becomes smooth. It may bind up in the beaters, but continue as is and it will loosen up.

  Add the dry pudding mix and continue beating until well combined.
• With the mixer running on low speed, slowly add the creamer, 1 tablespoon at a time, to the cream cheese mixture. Be sure the creamer is completely combined before adding another tablespoon.

  Repeat until all of the creamer has been added to the mixture and the mixture is completely smooth. Refrigerate while you prepare the fruit.
• In a large bowl, combine lemon juice and bananas. Stir to coat bananas completely; pour off any excess lemon juice. Add strawberries and blueberries. Gently stir to combine. Fold the cheesecake mixture into the fruit.
• Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Video

Notes

• If you are out of creamer you can substitute: 1 cup heavy cream, plus 1/4 cup powdered sugar and 2 teaspoons vanilla extract.
• Do not pour all of the creamer into the cream cheese at once. It will get clumpy and no matter how long you beat it, it will stay that way. Trust me on this one.
• If the cream cheese and pudding mixture becomes too thick, add in a splash of creamer to loosen it up. Then proceed with the recipe, minus the splash you already used.

To Make Salad Ahead

Prepare the cheesecake mixture and refrigerate in a bowl. Mix all of the fruit in a large bowl and refrigerate. Before serving, drain any excess liquid from the fruit and then fold the cheesecake filling into the fruit. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 141cal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 138mg | Sugar: 13g | Fiber: 2g | Calcium: 37mg | Iron: 1mg

Originally published May 2017, updated and republished June 2022.

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Happy 4th of July!  It has been a fabulous summer so far.

With Independence Day here, it seems a patriotic inspired cocktail is in order.

This one is an incredibly striking drink with layers of red, white and blue.

Imagine the peachy flavor of warm sunshine on a summer day, brightened by the bitter orange of the blue curacao and sweetened by the grenadine.

It’s like electric candy in a shot glass.

How to Layer the Red, White and Blue Shot

The layers separate perfectly like magic.  But, no magic trick required.

Pour your grenadine into your cocktail glass first.  Gently pour your blue curacao into the glass and then pour the peach schnapps gently on top.

You can pour it off the back of a spoon, but honestly a medicine syringe makes easy work of achieving this fabulous look.

If you love a showstopping layered shot, you’ll want to master this B52 shot next — coffee liqueur, Baileys, and Grand Marnier stacked to perfection!

Helpful Tips to make Stars and Stripes – Red, White and Blue Layered Shot:

• To really get the most out of these cocktails, chill your ingredients before pouring.
• Pour your grenadine into your cocktail glass first.  Gently pour your blue curacao into the glass and then pour the peach schnapps gently on top. 
• You can pour it off the back of a spoon, but honestly a medicine syringe makes easy work of achieving this fabulous look.

What you will need to make Stars and Stripes – Red, White and Blue Layered Shot:

• Square shot glasses or your favorite ones.

Enjoy!

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Stars and Stripes – Red, White and Blue Layered Shot

Stars and Stripes. Red, White, and Blue Shot is a fabulous layered patriotic cocktail that is perfect for Memorial Day, 4th of July and Labor Day. A summer staple at our adult get togethers, you will love this one!

Course Drink

Cuisine American

Method Mixed

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 5 minutes minutes

Servings 1

Calories 8cal

Author Donna Elick

Ingredients

• 1 part Grenadine
• 1 part Peach Schnapps
• 1 part Blue Curacao

Instructions

• Simply pour each part slowly into a shot glass in order: red, blue and white.
• Serve and enjoy!

Notes

Cocktail Tip: To really get the most out of these cocktails, chill your ingredients before pouring.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 8cal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Sodium: 1mg | Sugar: 1g | Calcium: 1mg

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Red, White and Blue Cocktails for Labor Day

Can you think of a better way to toast to your achievements, than with one of these scrumptious Red, White and Blue cocktails?  Kick your heals off and pour one tonight!

It’s hard to believe that Labor Day is just around the corner.  Back to school, birthday ‘season’ (for my family), and soon it will be Halloween and before you know it…  Christmas.  Where has the year gone?  Labor Day weekend it a great time to kick back and relax.  Take a break your have earned it.  I mean Labor Day is actually meant to celebrate your social and economic contributions.

Don’t forget to check us out on Facebook – we have a virtual Ladies Night party every Thursday. Come and link up your favorite cocktail or dish!  Fabulous cocktails, fantastic food and amazing company.  It is THE place to be on Thursdays! 

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