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These Red, White, and Blue Strawberries are a perfect no bake dessert that will disappear fast. They’re sweet, simple, and perfect for your 4th of July celebration. The bright colors make them a guaranteed showstopper for you dessert table!
These Patriotic Strawberries are perfect for 4th of July! And they easy to make, and are always a crowd pleaser!
-Becky
These patriotic strawberries are dipped in red, white, and blue candy melts and decorated with fun toppings like sprinkles or chopped candy. They’re ideal for July BBQs, parties, or even just a fun family treat. If you want to get creative, add a few of these Wicked Themed Dipped Strawberries to the table too!
These fourth of July themed strawberries pair perfectly with other festive favorites like my Patriotic Pretzel Rods or refreshing Berry Caprese Salad. Each one brings a pop of color and fun to your 4th of July celebration. Serve them with bright red drinks like these family friendly Shirley Temple or refreshing Roy Rogers.
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Ingredients You Will Need
- Fresh strawberries – Have them washed, dried, and kept at room temperature for smooth dipping.
- Red candy melts – Adds a vibrant pop of color.
- White candy melts – This color adds contrast and is great for drizzling.
- Blue candy melts – Helps add the perfect color so berries are bright and festive.
- Optional: Red and blue sanding sugar, patriotic sprinkles, crushed nuts, or mini white chocolate chips.
A full list of ingredients is included in the recipe card below.
Recipe Variations
- Use dark or milk chocolate: Use a combination of melted chocolate or dark chocolate, in place of candy melts for a rich twist.
- Dip halfway: Leave the red of the strawberry showing for a layered flag look.
- Add sparkles: Use edible glitter or red, white, and blue sprinkles to make a sparkly, festive dessert out of your strawberries.
- Mini treats: Use smaller strawberries and place on toothpicks for serving at parties.
How to Make Red, White, and Blue Strawberries
- Wash and dry strawberries thoroughly, then pat dry with paper towels and let sit at room temperature for 20–30 minutes. Melt red, white, and blue candy melts. Use either a microwave-safe bowl and microwave in 30–60 second increments, stirring after each, or a double broiler on the stovetop until smooth.
- Dip the strawberries into one color at a time, coating completely. Let the excess drip off, then place each dipped berry on wax paper or parchment paper, on top of a cookie sheet.
- If adding toppings (like sprinkles or chopped nuts), do it while chocolate is still wet so it will stick. Let the strawberries set at room temperature for 5-10 minutes.
- For a drizzle effect, let dipped strawberries dry. Then, spoon melted candy into a piping bag or sandwich bag with the tip snipped. Drizzle over dried strawberries in a back and forth motion.
Expert Tips
- Let strawberries sit at room temp: Cold berries can cause the chocolate to seize and harden.
- Pat strawberries dry: Moisture causes chocolate to clump or slide off.
- Use a shallow but deep bowl: This is easier for dipping the berries.
- Reheat chocolate: If chocolate or candy melts start to cool, you can reheat in the microwave. Just do it in 15 second increments so you don’t burn the chocolate.
Enjoy your backyard BBQ with fun and refreshing drinks like a classic Mojito Recipe, a colorful Gummy Bear Shot, this zesty Lemon Drop Shot, or my popular Green Tea Shot.
Red, White, and Blue Chocolate Covered Strawberries FAQs
Yes, you can make them up to 24 hours in advance. Store in the refrigerator in a single layer, uncovered, to avoid moisture.
Absolutely! You can use white chocolate, semi-sweet, or milk chocolate chips. Just be sure to melt them slowly to avoid burning.
Usually this happens when strawberries are too cold or wet. Let them come to room temperature and make sure they’re completely dry before dipping.
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Red, White, and Blue Strawberries
Equipment
- Parchment or Wax Paper
- Small Bowls
- Spoon or Fork for dipping
Ingredients
- 16 ounces strawberries
- 1 bag Red candy melts
- 1 bag White candy melts
- 1 bag Blue candy melts
Optional: Red and blue sanding sugar, patriotic sprinkles, crushed nuts, or mini white chocolate chips.
Instructions
- Wash and dry strawberries thoroughly, then pat dry with paper towels and let sit at room temperature for 20–30 minutes. Melt red, white, and blue candy melts. Use either a microwave-safe bowl and microwave in 30–60 second increments, stirring after each, or a double broiler on the stovetop until smooth.
- Dip the strawberries into one color at a time, coating completely. Let the excess drip off, then place each dipped berry on wax paper or parchment paper, on top of a cookie sheet.
- If adding toppings (like sprinkles or chopped nuts), do it while chocolate is still wet so it will stick. Let the strawberries set at room temperature for 5-10 minutes.
- For a drizzle effect, let dipped strawberries dry. Then, spoon melted candy into a piping bag or sandwich bag with the tip snipped. Drizzle over dried strawberries in a back and forth motion.
Notes
- Serving Size: You’ll usually get 15 to 20 medium strawberries in a 16 ounce container. If using large strawberries, expect around 10–12.
- Let strawberries sit at room temp: Cold berries can cause the chocolate to seize and harden.
- Pat strawberries dry: Moisture causes chocolate to clump or slide off.
- Use a shallow but deep bowl: This is easier for dipping the berries.
- Reheat chocolate: If chocolate or candy melts start to cool, you can reheat in the microwave. Just do it in 15 second increments so you don’t burn the chocolate.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Awesome way to celebrate the memorial and 4th of July holidays with some good treats.