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We have a list of the Best Memorial Day Desserts. Try some of these easy desserts for Memorial day. We have everything from cakes and cookies to fruit salads and more.
If you are looking for a fun and festive dessert to make this Memorial Day weekend, then this post is for you. These dessert recipes are delicious and easy to make. These red, white and blue desserts would also work for 4th of July!
Make one of these sweet treats for an impressive dessert this holiday. These desserts would also be perfect for your next backyard barbecue or picnics. We have even made a Key Lime Pie and Funnel Cake.
What's in this post: Memorial Day Desserts
- Easy Memorial Day Dessert Ideas
- 1. The Best Red White and Blue Cake to Impress
- 2. Red Velvet Cookies Recipe
- 3. Red, White and Blue Drink
- 4. Red, White and Blue Jello
- 5. Red, White and Blue Fruit Salad
- 6. Red Velvet Cupcake Recipe
- 7. 4th of July Icebox Cake
- 8. 4th of July Chocolate Covered Oreos
- 9. 4th Of July Fruit Kabobs
- 10. 4th of July Brownie Bites
- 11. 4th of July Cake Mix Cookies
- 12. 4th of July Ice Cream Sandwich Recipe
- 13. Patriotic Oreo Truffles
- 14. 4th of July Cupcakes
- 15. Fried Ice Cream
- 16. No Bake Strawberry Cheesecake in a Jar
- 17. Strawberry Crunch Bars Recipe
- 18. 3 Ingredient Strawberry Icebox Cake Recipe
- 19. Frozen Yogurt Bites
- 20. Red Velvet Poke Cake
- 21. 4th of July Puppy Chow Recipe
- 22. American Flag Cake
- 23. Ice Cream Cake
- 24. Red White and Blue Chocolate Bark Recipe
- 25. Patriotic Crack
- 26. Crock Pot Patriotic Clusters
- 27. Red White and Blue Trifle
- 28. 4th of July Chocolate Dipped Rice Krispie Treats
- 29. 4th of July Chocolate Dipped Pretzel Rods
- 30. Patriotic Oreo Balls
- 31. Red White and Blue Crinkle Cake Mix Cookies
- 32. 4th of July Poke Cake Recipe
- 33. No Bake Cherry Cheesecake Recipe
- 34. Blueberry Dump Cake Recipe
- 35. Strawberry Pretzel Dessert Recipe
- 36. Strawberry Dump Cake
- 37. Cherry Dump Cake Recipe
- 38. No Bake Banana Split Cake Recipe
- 39. Heaven On Earth Cake
Easy Memorial Day Dessert Ideas
It is always so fun to make a delicious red, white and blue dessert for Memorial Day. Every cookout needs a good dessert. It is even better if it is festive.
Look no further because we have the best recipes to try all in one place. Each dessert is so easy and really tasty.
Whether you are looking for a refreshing drink, Peach Crumble or Strawberry Lemon Cupcakes, this list has something for everyone.
1. The Best Red White and Blue Cake to Impress
This cake is so festive and even tastier to eat. While it looks impressive, it is so easy to make. We love to serve this layer cakes with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
2. Red Velvet Cookies Recipe
Just 4 ingredients and you can make this easy recipe for Red Velvet Cookies. It is soft and delicious and starts with a cake mix.
3. Red, White and Blue Drink
Try this family friendly drink at your next Memorial Day cookout. The layers are so gorgeous and the drink is refreshing.
4. Red, White and Blue Jello
Layer jello in a cup for an easy treat for Memorial Day. The red, white and blue layers make a pretty dessert that is so simple and full of amazing flavors.
5. Red, White and Blue Fruit Salad
The glaze in this fresh berries recipe is light and tangy. It is the perfect combination with fruit for a delicious dessert idea. We have even served topped with homemade whipped cream.
6. Red Velvet Cupcake Recipe
Each bite is moist and delicious. These red velvet cupcakes make the perfect dessert for Memorial Day.
7. 4th of July Icebox Cake
Make this super easy no bake treat for a delicious dessert with very little work. The strawberries and blueberries look so pretty and taste amazing.
8. 4th of July Chocolate Covered Oreos
Everyone loves Oreo cookies and these chocolate covered ones are sure to be a hit. They are covered in red, white and blue for the perfect dessert.
9. 4th Of July Fruit Kabobs
Make a flag out of fruit skewers for a tasty and healthy patriotic dessert. It is so quick and easy to layer bananas, strawberries and blueberries.
10. 4th of July Brownie Bites
If you are looking for a cute dessert that just looks amazing, try making these Brownie Bites. They look like firecracker bombs and taste delicious.
11. 4th of July Cake Mix Cookies
This recipe starts with a cake mix and only calls for 5 ingredients total. Each bite is soft texture and delicious and loaded with red, white and blue candy.
12. 4th of July Ice Cream Sandwich Recipe
Anyone can make this super easy recipe with other types of ice cream including cookie dough. You just add sprinkles to ice cream sandwiches for a delicious treat. This is sure to beat the heat.
13. Patriotic Oreo Truffles
Truffles are so rich and creamy. This is a decadent dessert that is tasty and simple to make.
14. 4th of July Cupcakes
There is a surprise in the middle. These firecracker cupcakes are so fun to serve for Memorial Day.
15. Fried Ice Cream
From the crispy coating to the deep fried ice cream, this creamy dessert will be a crowd favorite.
16. No Bake Strawberry Cheesecake in a Jar
These individual desserts make such an easy treat to serve at parties and cookouts. They are so fun in the little mason jars and really delicious too.
17. Strawberry Crunch Bars Recipe
Once you make this classic Strawberry Crunch bars Recipe, it will become a family favorite. The layers of graham crackers, creamy strawberry layer and more taste so light and delicious.
18. 3 Ingredient Strawberry Icebox Cake Recipe
No bake desserts are so simple to make. This amazing icebox cake only calls for 3 simple ingredients. It is so creamy and tasty.
19. Frozen Yogurt Bites
Everyone will enjoy these frozen yogurt bites on a hot day. They are sweet and refreshing while being a healthy dessert idea. You may even like these The Best Strawberry Ice Pops Recipe.
20. Red Velvet Poke Cake
From the cream cheese topping to the moist cake, this recipe is an all around tasty recipe. It can be made ahead for an easy dessert at your cookout.
21. 4th of July Puppy Chow Recipe
Lots of peanut butter, powdered sugar and more make a tasty treat for the entire family. This snack is addictive and you won’t be able to eat just one handful.
22. American Flag Cake
Make this easy flag cake for an impressive dessert without much work. It is easy, tasty and festive.
23. Ice Cream Cake
Fans of Dairy Queen will go crazy over this copycat ice cream cake recipe. It is the best cake to enjoy all Summer long.
24. Red White and Blue Chocolate Bark Recipe
Everyone will enjoy this patriotic candy treat. It is loaded with delicious chocolate and M&M’s. Not only does it look great but it tastes so yummy.
25. Patriotic Crack
Only a few ingredients and you can easily make this patriotic recipe. It is the best combination of salty and sweet.
26. Crock Pot Patriotic Clusters
This easy candy recipe is made in the slow cooker. It is so rich and delicious. Everyone will go crazy over this treat for Memorial Day.
27. Red White and Blue Trifle
So many delicious layers of berries, pudding and cake make this trifle simply amazing. It is so pretty in the glass trifle dish and the layers look stunning. Another easy and festive dessert is Strawberry Shortcake Bars.
28. 4th of July Chocolate Dipped Rice Krispie Treats
Jazz up plain store-bought rice krispies with chocolate and festive sprinkles. This no bake treat is super easy and so ooey gooey.
29. 4th of July Chocolate Dipped Pretzel Rods
Take plain pretzels up a level when you dip them into chocolate and lay on a sheet pan. The topping is so pretty and the sprinkles add a pretty touch.
30. Patriotic Oreo Balls
Only 4 ingredients needed for these fun and tasty Oreo Balls.
31. Red White and Blue Crinkle Cake Mix Cookies
Crinkle cookies are so fun to make. These easy cookies are soft and delicious.
32. 4th of July Poke Cake Recipe
Poke cakes are very simple to make. This patriotic recipe looks stunning.
33. No Bake Cherry Cheesecake Recipe
The luscious cherry topping combines with cheesecake for a great pies with a delicious crust.
34. Blueberry Dump Cake Recipe
Try this easy dump cake with only 3 ingredients and taste lime homemade blueberry pie.
35. Strawberry Pretzel Dessert Recipe
If you like salty and sweet, this recipe is a must try.
36. Strawberry Dump Cake
Make this easy cake loaded with strawberries. The recipe calls for only 4 ingredients and has the flavors of a strawberry cobbler.
37. Cherry Dump Cake Recipe
If you can toss a few ingredients together, you can make this easy cake in the oven.
38. No Bake Banana Split Cake Recipe
Enjoy everything you love about a banana split in this tasty cake.
39. Heaven On Earth Cake
Layers of angel food cake, creamy pudding, fruit and more combine for a luscious dessert.
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