7 Red, White, And Blue Snacks For Your Festive Parties This Summer

It's that time again: summer BBQ season, and with that also comes holiday parties, or really anytime parties! I'll take any excuse to get together with friends and family and eat snacks outside. I'm sure many of you out there can relate.

Some of us are hosting Patriotic Holiday gatherings this summer, others are attending family parties, maybe a neighborhood potluck, heck, you could bring most of these to a picnic at a park! Whatever the party is, large or small, you've gotta have a dish. No matter which boat you're in, I've found some awesome recipes that are sure to tide the guests over until the burgers and hot dogs are ready to go. Some of these snacks could stand alone during a happy hour get-together (my favorite), and of course we have a few to satisfy a sweet tooth! AND, I've gone above and beyond by adding how you can make these simple dishes fit any patriotic theme! (You're welcome.)

Down below, I've compiled (and added festive edits to) a list of 7 different recipes for snacks! Don't worry, I've got the apps AND the desserts covered. Most of them are super easy to whip up, making them perfect for busy parents and really anyone trying to save some time. Plus, they're all pretty customizable, so make them to your liking! If you make any of these recipes, tag us on social media, we'd love to see what you've come up with! Happy summer everybody!

Make this yummy s'mores dip and theme it to your patriotic party by topping it with red and blue sprinkles! Serve with a side like strawberries, sliced red apples, or graham crackers. Oh, Nilla wafers would be good too... people forget about them, but they're always a hit!

Recreate these fun cookies with your favorite cookie as the base, topped with white icing and strawberries + blueberries! Super easy and super cute! (Icing hack: flip your cookie over, so you are spreading icing on the flat part of a cookie, rather than the bumpy side!)

Stick with me here because it's not your traditional cheese board. It's a mix between that and a butter board! Spread white cream cheese on a board and top with red salsa. Add other toppings if you want, like red onions, white queso fresco/ cojita cheese, and lime juice (for flavor, not color). Serve with a side of blue corn chips.

Grab yourself a graham cracker crust, make the white cheesecake filling, and top with your favorite red and blue summer berries. You could stick with just strawberries and blueberries, like in the picture. Or you could also add raspberries or blackberries into the mix. Get the full recipe here.

Make this easy 2 ingredient pineapple angel food cake and top it with whipped cream! Easily take it to the next level with shredded coconut and red & blue sprinkles for a piña colada flavor with a fun, festive look!

Nothing's easier than cheese and crackers. Top your favorite crackers with white cheddar, brie, or gouda and add your favorite red and blue toppings for the perfect festive snacks. Try pepperoni with your cheese, or a slice of a red apple with blueberry jam!

Recreate this fun snack mix with white cheddar popcorn, rice Chex cereal, white-chocolate or yogurt covered pretzels, and red & blue M&Ms! This fun snack should take no time at all to make!