With the 4th of July right around the corner, I thought it would be fun to share a few fantastic kid-friendly 4th of July recipes from our favorite bloggers!
I know that we all love our 4th of July cookouts with the classic side dishes, but sometimes our kids aren't so keen on potato and macaroni salad...so why not meet them halfway and serve up one of these tasty treats for dessert?
These kid-friendly 4th of July recipes are not only delicious but so easy to make that you can even get the kids involved in the process!
Kid-Friendly 4th of July Recipes
First up are these super fun Patriotic 4th of July Rice Crispy Treats from Jen at The Suburban Mom. I just love the splash of color and the fun little flags on top!
These would make a great centerpiece for your BBQ table too!
I love munchies and this Patriotic Popcorn Crunch recipe by Brett at Mama Loves Her Bargains looks incredible, doesn't it?
I can see the kids munching away on it while the parents man the grill - or the whole family enjoying their own bowl while watching a movie after dinner!
This 4th of July Fruit Salad would make the perfect side dish for your 4th of July BBQ, or even just a yummy snack on a hot summer day!
You can find plenty more mouth-watering recipes by Tonya on TonyaStaab.com.
And now for my favorite meal of ANY BBQ...the dessert!
This patriotic raspberry coconut cake dessert by Danielle at Simm Works Family combines the best of both worlds: cake and fruit!
What a deliciously sneaky way to get the kids eat eat more fruit!
If you're looking for an even easier dessert to serve at your next summertime gathering, check out this 4th of July fruit kabobs recipe by Linette at Kids Fun Reviewed.
This is another one of those recipes that your children would love to help with!
Or, if you're all about the cake - because let's face it, I certainly am! - check out this awesome Red White and Blue Cupcakes Recipe by Ashley at Crunchy Frugalista!
Do you have any yummy 4th of July recipes that you'd like to share?
I'd love to hear your ideas!
Anne - Mommy Has to Work
These all look so good!
Penelope (NYC Blogger)
Those look really good!
Kelly
That watermelon blueberry salad looks amazing!
Nichol
MMM everything looks delicious especially the fruit salad!
maryann
I don't know what we will be serving on the 4th.
Mellisa
For some reason festive food like this always tastes so much better!
Sheri
That's a great round up!
Jennifer
I don't know if Jello Poke Cake is considered 'kid-friendly' but I made it as a joke several years ago, and it was an instant hit with my party guests. Now they request it!
Emily
Oh I love the popcorn!!
Colleen
Great collection of holiday recipes.
Angela
This is such a great 4th of July roundup! Loving the red, white, and blue!
Jen
These all look great! I'm going to have to chose a couple to try making with my son.
HilLesha
Great recipes!
Donna
These all look fantastic. Now to decide which one to try this 4th of July. 🙂
Rachel
I love ANY holiday recipe that involves seasonal fruit -- the watermelon stars look YUMMY!
Shell Feis
I don't know where to start, they all look so good!
courtney
Love the watermelon stars 🙂
Marcie W.
What a yummy line up! Thanks so much for sharing them all.
Vanessa: thequeenofswag
Those look perfect for July 4th. Love them all.
Jennifer
These are great but I especially love the popcorn and the kabobs!
stefanie
The Patriotic Rice Crispy Treats should be a hit.
Toni
These look so good!! I would love that watermelon blueberry salad simply for the star watermelon pieces (even though I would have to seperate my fruits b/c I like salt on my watermelon LOL