4th of July Fruit Tray
We are obsessed with this easy, fun, and festive 4th of July Fruit Tray. We created this patriotic flag inspired fruit tray for Memorial Day, and it is also perfect for the Fourth of July, or any patriotic holiday you are celebrating this Summer. we love how easy this festive tray is to put together. Your guests, or family will love this fun treat.
Patriotic Flag Fruit Platter Ingredients
- 1 pt. blueberries
- 2 lb. strawberries, tops removed and quartered
- 7.5 oz. white chocolate covered pretzels
- 1 cup miniature marshmallows
You’ll also need a large star cookie cutter to make the star shape. If you don’t have one, just make the top left corner with a small rectangle of blueberries to make more of a flag appearance.
How do you make a 4th of July Fruit Tray?
Step 1: To a tray or board, add the large star cookie cutter and fill with blueberries.
Step 2: Add a red stripe of strawberries across the top, making sure to fill in around the cookie cutter as you go.
Step 3: Next, add the pretzels to make a white stripe. (We will fill in with marshmallows at the end.)
Step 4: Across the whole board, add another red stripe of strawberries.
Step 5: Then, add another white stripe of pretzels.
Step 6: Add a final red stripe of strawberries to the bottom.
Step 7: Continue to fill in, add marshmallows to the white pretzel stripes, and add any final touches. Serve & enjoy!
Substitutions & Variations
Fruit- you can swap the fruits for any red white and blue fruit ideas you come up with- think watermelon, or other Summer berries.
Marshmallows- if you want to skip the marshmallows on this tray, you could opt to use a white cake or angel food cake, cut into small squares.
Pretzels- you can use store bought, or make your own chocolate covered pretzels. Alternatively, you could use white yogurt covered pretzels, as well.
We hope you love this easy 4th of July fruit platter. It is perfect for your 4th of July party, and a healthy way to enjoy fresh fruit, which is such a great snack on hot Summer days. Whether you are getting ready to celebrate Independence Day, or just having a Summer pool party, this easy fruit platter is the perfect addition. Pair it with some delicious fruit dip for the perfect treat.
More 4th of July Recipes to Try
4th of July Fruit Tray
A fun and festive 4th of July Fruit Tray, made with blueberries, strawberries, white chocolate covered pretzels, and mini marshmallows!
Ingredients
- 1 pt. blueberries
- 2 lb. strawberries, tops removed and quartered
- 7.5 oz. white chocolate covered pretzels
- 1 cup miniature marshmallows
Instructions
- To a tray or board, add the large star cookie cutter and fill with blueberries.
- Add a red stripe of strawberries across the top, making sure to fill in around the cookie cutter as you go.
- Next, add the pretzels and mini marshmallows to make a white stripe.
- Across the whole board, add another red stripe of strawberries.
- Then, add another white stripe of marshmallows and pretzels.
- Add a final red stripe of strawberries to the bottom.
- Continue to fill in, and add any final touches. Serve & enjoy!
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
18Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 215
Nutrition information isn’t always accurate.
