Creative food craft ideas
Dear Edible Crafts Readers,
So sorry for my delay in posting! I’ve been very, very ill this week and in the hospital, but I’m finally home and on the mend. I will be posting again soon, hopefully by tomorrow.
I have many submissions from the past week to sift through, but I’ll do my best to go through them all in the next few days, health dependent.
Thank you all for your patience!
meaghan
There’s something magical about the 4th of July that brings everyone together—family, food, fireworks, and of course, all the red, white, and blue treats your heart can handle. In our house, the celebrations start early and end with sticky fingers, frosting-smeared smiles, and empty dessert platters. I’ve always loved creating festive goodies, but now that my kids are older, it’s even more fun. They help in the kitchen, request their favorite patriotic treats, and even try putting their own spin on a recipe or two.
Over the years, I’ve discovered that a table full of eye-catching, holiday-themed snacks does more than satisfy a sweet tooth—it sets the tone for the day. Whether we’re headed to a backyard BBQ, watching fireworks from the driveway, or just enjoying a slow summer afternoon together, these 4th of July desserts have become part of our family tradition.
From easy no-bake treats to star-spangled cookies and decadent layered desserts, this roundup includes a little bit of everything—because everyone deserves a bite of something sweet while waving sparklers in the air. So grab your M&Ms, your favorite sprinkles, and let’s get into these 25+ festive 4th of July recipes that are so good, they might just outshine the fireworks.
Celebrate the Fourth of July with these patriotic blondies! These treats, filled with red and blue M&Ms, are the ideal way to add a splash of color to your holiday.
Get the Recipe: Delicious 4Th July Blondies
These patriotic Fourth of July cookies are shaped like stars and stripes. Tender shortbread cookies with red, white, and blue decorations.
Get the Recipe: 4Th Of July Cookies
Chocolate Dipped Peanut Butter Cup Double Stuffed Oreos are everyone’s favorite. Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups and Double Stuff Oreos together!
Get the Recipe: 4Th Of July Chocolate Dipped Peanut Butter Cup Double Stuffed Oreos
Everyone should have one quick and easy summer dessert recipe at hand and this Almond Pistachio Kulfi is just that. Creamy, nutty, decadent and delicious!
Get the Recipe: Almond Pistachio Kulfi
This patriotic flag dessert is ideal to serve at your Memorial Day or Fourth of July celebration! It is made with only six ingredients and is absolutely delicious!
Get the Recipe: Biscuit Dough Flag
This Firecracker Popcorn is the perfect combination of sweet and salty, with the added fun of popping candy!
Get the Recipe: Firecracker Popcorn
An easy and decadent cheesecake with fresh raspberries, blueberries, and orange juice—naturally colorful and festive!
Get the Recipe: 4Th Of July Cheesecake
Fun and festive homemade cupcakes that are light, fluffy, and bursting with patriotic flair.
Get the Recipe: 4Th Of July Cupcakes
These cookie bars are topped with sprinkles and white chocolate—fun and chewy with every bite.
Get the Recipe: 4Th Of July M&M Cookie Bars
A nostalgic treat made festive with red, white, and blue flair—perfect for kids and grown-ups alike!
Get the Recipe: 4Th Of July Rice Krispies Treats
10 4th of July Party Ideas (for those who don’t have time to plan a party) [Party Ideas]
I’m SOOO sorry to hear that!!! I LOVE your website!!! I check it every single day and tell EVERYBODY about it!! I love it so much!! You’re in my prayers!!!
Hope you’re well soon!
Oh no……hope you feel better soon!
Hope you’re well soon!!!
Take it easy…we’ll wait! Feel better soon!
I hope you get well, soon!! Hopefully you’ll get some edible craft comfort food while you’re recooperating. :o)
Sorry to hear you’ve been in hospital – do hope it’s nothing too serious. Hope you get well soon. sending you best wishes ;0)
Oh dear. I was wondering why there were no new posts recently. I hope you get better soon! Lots of luck.
I hope you are resting and on the mend. Rest up and take care of yourself first, blog later 🙂
Take care of yourself. We will be here when you come back!
oh no! get well soon! many hugs!
hugs! Kim @ Party Frosting!
Glad you’re back on track! (That’s what’s really important.)
Hope you’re well soon!
I’ve been neglectful of reading Twitter (which is how I track your posts) for the last two days anyway so while I’m sad you’ve been unwell, I’m glad I haven’t missed much. Your blog posts here are a treasure trove!
Take care of YOU!! Please don’t apologize, you have a beautiful little girl that needs you……….. As everyone above said, the blogs can wait…….
Rest up! Praying for a quick recovery…
I really enjoy your blog. I hope you get well soon!
Oh I am so sorry to hear you have been ill. You take care of yourself and we will be here when you feel well enough to post.
bee blessed
mary
Get well soon!
Hope you feel better soon
Sorry for your illness but happy to hear you’re getting better. Thanks for all you do, but please take your time so you don’t get worn out. We can wait (but not too long). 😉
Oh no! So sorry to hear you aren’t well. I hope your recovery is swift and painless.
Best wishes for a speedy recovery!
No apologies necessary. Take care of yourself and get well fast. Hope to see you posting again soon.
Meaghan, Please take care of yourself and don’t try to do too much too soon! Praying for your complete recovery.
Hope you’re feeling better!!!!!!! It’s NO FUN being ill!!!! 🙂
I’m so sorry to hear you were ill and hope you feel better VERY SOON!
What did you get yourself into, I hope nothing serious. Get better quickly we miss you.
Hope you start feeling better soon. I wondered where you had been as i’m addicted to your site and check daily. Thought something was up! Hopefully not too serious and we can see you back soon.
Meaghan, I hope you feel better soon. This is a fantastic site and I really appreciate your hard work. Take care!
Hope you are feeling better 🙂
Glad to hear you are back from the hospital and i will continue to pray for your good health.