The best way to celebrate Independence Day is with delicious food and treats shared with loved ones! Before July 4th rolls around, plan your menu with these creative, adorable and explosive red, white and blue recipes: 4th of July edition! From 4th of July appetizers to 4th of July cake and cupcakes, these festive recipes will be a hit. Also great for Memorial Day, too!

Fourth of July Recipes

Ready for July 4th, Memorial Day, or even Labor Day? One of my favorite traditions during the 4th of July is grilling, cooking, and of course eating all of the tasty food! Whether you are going on a picnic, celebrating at home, or meeting up with some friends, don’t go about your plans empty handed. Scroll through these recipes for the 4th of July and recreate some of these creative and tasty red, white and blue Fourth of July recipes. From tasty cheese boards for the adults to food crafts for kids, there is something for everyone. You can never be too prepared with these 4th of July snacks, cupcakes, and appetizer inspiration! More used to having the traditional grilled options on the 4th of July? We also included a twist on your favorite Independence Day recipes like a classic hamburger and hot dog!

What is a traditional 4th of July meal?

Most Americans enjoy grilled meals on the 4th of July, including hamburgers and hot dogs. These are often accompanied by sides like potato salad, corn on the cob, and more. The great thing about the 4th of July is that there is no “official” meal, so you can experiment with new recipes and ideas year after year!

What is not usually served at a July 4th cookout?

Since July weather is hot, it’s best to avoid hot beverages while you’re celebrating Independence Day. It’s also not typically the time to serve something fancy. In our house, we usually celebrate outside with the kids running around and games being played, so food that’s easy to serve up and eat is always the best option.

Enjoy these 4th of July Recipes, and happy 4th everyone!

It only makes sense to start the party with some 4th of July appetizers! Get festive with this Ultimate Patriotic Cheeseboard. | Eat Yourself Skinny

Star-Spangled Skewers are the easiest 4th of July appetizer that you’ll ever make with only 5-min prep! Store in the fridge until mealtime! | Stacey Homemaker

This American Flag 4th of July Cake is a must! Show your American pride with these festive red, white, and blue treats. | Frugal Coupon Living

BLT Pasta Salad with White Beans is so easy, refreshing, and perfect for a summer party, picnic, or potluck! | An Edible Mosaic

Yes, you can make tacos festive too! These Red, White and Blue Chicken Tacos with Blueberry Jalapeño Coleslaw will be a huge hit with the family! | PDX Food Love

These Crockpot Ribs are made completely in the slow cooker. These ribs are fall-off-the-bone tender and coated in a deliciously sweet, sticky glaze. Perfect for a summer gathering! | Well Plated

These grilled red, white, and blue potato skewers with ranch dressing are the perfect patriotic side dish or addition to your 4th of July appetizers. Plus, they are Paleo, Whole30, and vegan! | 40 Aprons

This red, white and blue fruit salad is a festive and fresh combination of fruit drizzled with a touch of honey citrus dressing. | Life Made Simple

This adorable 4th of July appetizer will be a hit with everyone at your gathering! Mini hamburgers and cheeseburgers got together and created these bite sized, flavor-packed taco sliders. | Seasoned Sprinkles

These Grilled Jerk Chicken Drumsticks are an easy meal to prepare for a large crowd and perfect for summer. | Tips in the Kitchen

Pass the greens, please! This red, white, and blueberry salad is a healthy welcome to your 4th of July spread. Yummy! | Life is a Butadish

Tortilla Dogs are a super easy appetizer that your kids will love. | Or Wherever You Go

This pull apart stuffed bread makes a crazy good party and game food! Bite-sized cheeseburgers encased in the softest and fluffiest mini buns, are too fun to eat and so delicious. | Cleobuttera

Red, white and blue – these cookies on a stick look just like firecracker Popsicles. | Frugal Coupon Living

Get creative with this food craft for kids – Smoke Bomb Oreo Pops | Easy Baked

Looking for a twist on your traditional pizza or fruit salad? Try this Watermelon Pizza with Feta, Mint and Balsamic. So healthy, but so good and refreshing! | Frugal Coupon Living

Speaking of pizza, celebrate 4th of July with these grilled pizzas. Red peppers, goat cheese & blue potatoes complete the holiday color palette! | Pastry Chef Online

This Memorial Day or Fourth of July, make these super easy fruit and Mozzarella cheese skewers or strawberry boats! | Family Food on the Table

Summer fruit bruschetta with a savory balsamic vinegar cheese spread that balances with sweet strawberries and blueberries. | Satsuma

This Slow Cooker Root Beer Glazed Pulled Pork is juicy, tender and sticky sweet with a kick of root beer for flavor. | Kevin is Cooking

With these red, white and blue mini fireworks 4th of July cakes, you can watch your fireworks and eat them too! | Paint the Gown Red

This red, white, and blue fruit platter with yogurt dip is a simple, delicious, and healthy four ingredient patriotic appetizer! | Homemade Nutrition

For more recipe ideas, take a look at these Red, White and Blue Foods. Pin to Pinterest.

Also take a good look at these July Fourth Hacks, Tips and Tricks. Pin to Pinterest.

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Ever made meals in a jar? Try out all of these mouthwatering Summertime Mason Jar Recipes on Frugal Coupon Living! Easy, delicious mason jar recipes, salad in a jar, and even breakfast in a jar! Tons of mason jar ideas that are perfect for meal prep, a bite on the go, and enjoying outside on a warm summer day.

Summertime Mason Jar Recipes

Have you ever made a meal in a mason jar? Yes, it is a thing! Mason jar meals are so easy to make. They are totally portable too, which makes them great for a lunch at work, a picnic, a day at the lake or beach, and tons more! These Summertime Mason Jar Recipes are perfect for summer days or any time of the year when you need a light, delicious meal on the go. They are super easy to make and store well in the fridge, making them the perfect party food. You won’t believe how many kinds of meals you can transform into jar form! Keep an eye out for our favorites, including the S’mores Dessert in a Jar, Pizza Pasta and Zucchini Noodles! My mouth is watering just thinking about it. Enjoy, and have fun with these meals in a jar!

What’s great about mason jar meals?

We love mason jar meals in our house because they are a fantastic way to pack lunch without a fancy thermos. Something about mason jars just screams summer. Mason jars look adorable, simple, and clean, not to mention they look fantastic in a photo. You can make these mason jar recipes ahead of time and store them in the fridge. If you are prepping them for a party, this is a great way to plan ahead so you’re not rushing to prepare food the day of the event! They look fancy enough for the ‘gram, and you’ll save money by making the meals yourself rather than buying from somewhere else.

How long do meals in a jar keep in the fridge?

It really depends on the ingredients you use. If your mason jar salad or meal has meat in it, it will last 3-4 days in your refrigerator. As for vegetarian mason jar meals, they should safely keep in the fridge for 4-5 days. Make sure you tighten the lid so that your meals in a jar stay as fresh as possible. You could make a batch on Sunday and eat them throughout the weekdays. Meal prep is a fantastic time and money saver!

The best mason jar meals follow a basic guideline — keep the sauces, dressings, and heavier ingredients at the bottom, and keep the lighter, drier ingredients towards the top. This prevents more delicate ingredients like greens from getting weighed down with dressing and sauces so that everything stays as fresh as when you assembled it. When you are ready to eat, simply shake up the ingredients until well combined and you are good to go!

1.) S’mores Dessert Trifle in a Jar | Mom Endeavors

2.) The “Everything” Fruit Infused Water | She Uncovered

3.) Pizza Pasta Shaker | Babble

4.) Chicken Apple and Pecan Salad in a Jar |Damn Delicious

5.) OREO Cheesecake in a Jar | Notes from My Food Diary

6.) Travelling Noodles |  The Londoner

7.) Veggies and Dip in a Jar |  The Kitchn

8.) Make Ahead Smoothie Prep | Simple Green Smoothies

9.) Mason Jar Zucchini Pasta Salad with Avocado Dressing  | Sugar Free Mom

10.) Mini Strawberry Cheesecake | What’s Gaby Cooking

11.) Burrito Bowl Mason Jar Salad | Strictly Delicious

12.) Blueberry Peach Quinoa Parfaits | Cupcakes and Kale Chips

13.) Raspberry Vanilla Overnight Oatmeal | Frugal Coupon Living

14.) Mason Jar Banana Pudding | Let’s Dish

15.) Taco Salad in a Jar | Pocket Change Gourmet

16.) Minty Yogurt Parfaits with Chickpeas | From the Land We Live On

17.) Breakfast in a Jar | At the Picket Fence

18.) Chopped Salad Jars with White Balsamic Dijon Vinaigrette | Foxes Love Lemons

19.) Sweet and Spicy Chili with Cornbread Topping | Iowa Girl Eats

20.) Mason Jar Zucchini Noodle Salad | Inspiralized

Also check out our Simple & Southern Peach Iced Tea. Pin to Pinterest.

… and our Sweet Southern Pink Lemonade. Pin to Pinterest.

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