Nothing says “summer camping” quite like a delicious spread of patriotic-themed dishes to celebrate the great outdoors and the red, white, and blue. Whether you’re pitching a tent in a rustic campground or lounging in the comfort of your RV, these recipes are perfect for adding a festive flair to your campsite meals and gatherings.
In this post, we’ve rounded up some of the best patriotic recipes from fellow bloggers that are easy to whip up with minimal ingredients and effort. They are all super simple to prep and are perfect to enjoy in the Great Outdoors.
USA Flag Snack Tray – Arrange fruits and other snack foods in a pattern resembles the American flag!
American Flag Kabobs – Arrange fresh strawberries and blueberries, along with marshmallows, to resemble a grab-and-go party food.
4th of July Fruit Salad – Ridiculously simple to prep, but totally awesome looking on your food table!
Blueberry-Lemon Angel Food Cake – Use store-bought angel food cake and give it a quick grill. Add the blueberry-lemon topping, which can be made up at the campsite or prepped ahead of your trip.
Red White and Blue Trifle Jars – This is another recipe that uses store-bought angel food cake! Layer the cake with Cool Whip and fresh berries for a fresh AND festive snack.
Patriotic Funfetti Dip – This light and fluffy dip is a tasty treat to serve with fresh fruit and cookies.
4th of July Rice Krispies Treats – This delicious spin on traditional Krispies treats features 2 star-shaped treats sandwiched together with white frosting.
USA Flag Cheese Board – Got 5 minutes? That’s all you need to pull off this patriotic cheese board!
Berry Delicious Cheesecake Fluff Recipe – You can pull off this cheesy fluff treat in 10 minutes or less. Ideal of anyone looking for easy prep and instant feasting!
Red White Blue Cheese and Fruit Charcuterie Board – Easy prep, delicious results. Combine fruits and cheese for the ultimate sweet and savory combo.
Patriotic Fruit Kabobs with Honey Cream Dip – Another fun spin on fruit kabobs, with a sweet honey cream dip to seal the deal.
Hot Dog USA Flag Board – Who says hot dogs can’t have a little fun? This hot dog board is sure to get some compliments from your hungry crowd!
Red, White and Blue Berry Skewers – Grab-and-go takes on a whole new meaning with these kabobs! No cooking required and the kids will love helping you put these together.
Patriotic Flag Bean Dip – This one is as easy as it is delicious. Simple to prep and a hearty, savory addition to your menu.
4th of July Fruit Skewers – Another snack on a stick! This one is all fruit and a eye-catching alternative to traditional fruit salad.
Vegan Berry Parfait Recipe – My kids (okay, me too) LOVE parfaits! They make a light-yet-filling breakfast, snack or even dessert.
USA Flag Patriotic Candy Board – Dessert is served, in the most festive fashion with this easy candy board! Use red, white and blue candies to represent the American flag.
Cream Cheese Berry Dessert Parfait – These parfaits come together with minimal prep and use common ingredients that are easy to pack in your camping cooler or RV fridge and pantry!
Whipped Cottage Cheese Fruit Salad – If you love a cheesy, fruity concoction that mimics cheesecake, this simple fruit salad recipe is right up your alley!
We hope these patriotic-themed recipes inspire you to get creative with your campsite menus this summer! From breakfast to dessert, there’s something for everyone to enjoy while taking in the beauty of the great outdoors.
Let us know if you try out any of these recipes and how they turn out for you! Got a super simple patriotic recipe that you love? Feel free to share it in the comments!
