This 4th of July Chocolate Bark Makes The Perfect Patriotic Treat

This red, white, and blue chocolate bark is the ultimate easy dessert for your 4th of July party. It’s colorful, crunchy, and totally crowd-pleasing. The best part? You don’t even need to turn on the oven.

Whether you’re throwing a backyard BBQ, heading to a potluck, or need a last-minute treat for your Independence Day cookout, this recipe comes together fast and looks so festive. It’s also super easy to customize for picky eaters, kids, or adults with a serious sweet tooth.

Let’s get your dessert table popping with patriotic flair!

Recipe Details

• Prep Time: 15 minutes

• Total Time: 2 hours (including setting time)

• Servings: 12–15 pieces

Ingredients You’ll Need For This Recipe

• 2 cups white chocolate morsels

• 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate morsels

• 1/2 cup red candy melts

• 1/2 cup white candy melts

• 1/2 cup blue candy melts

• 1 tbsp red, white, and blue star sprinkles

• 1/4 cup red, white, and blue M&Ms

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Step-by-Step Guide

1- Line a 13×9 baking tray with parchment paper.

2- Melt the semi-sweet chocolate morsels in 30-second intervals in the microwave, stirring in between until smooth.

3- Pour the melted chocolate onto the tray and spread evenly. Let it harden (refrigerate to speed things up).

4- Melt the white chocolate and spread over the hardened dark chocolate layer. Let that layer harden completely, too.

5- Melt the red, white, and blue candy melts separately. Drizzle them over the top of the white chocolate.

6- Swirl the candy melts gently with a toothpick to create a marbled effect.

7- While the top is still soft, sprinkle on the M&Ms and star sprinkles.

8- Let the entire bark set until firm (fridge or room temp).

9- Lift from the tray using the parchment paper, then break into pieces.

Serve and enjoy! Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature or in the fridge.

Pro Tips For Chocolate Bark Success

• Use quality chocolate for smoother layers.

• Mix up the toppings for variety.

• Make it allergy-friendly with swaps like dairy-free melts or nut-free candies.

So, what are you waiting for? Grab those ingredients and whip up this festive red, white, and blue chocolate bark—it’s one of the easiest 4th of July desserts you can make, and it always disappears fast!

Whether you’re hosting a big cookout, bringing a dish to a family picnic, or just need something cute for the kids to snack on during the fireworks, this sweet treat checks all the boxes.

And if you want to make your party even more fun, be sure to grab my printable 4th of July party games! They’re perfect for keeping guests entertained while you enjoy all the snacks, sunshine, and red-white-and-blue fun.

Let’s make this celebration one to remember!

July 4th Bark

Yield: 12-15 Pieces

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 2 hours

Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes

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Ingredients

• 2 cups white chocolate morsels
• 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate morsels
• 1/2 cup red candy melts
• 1/2 cup white candy melts
• 1/2 cup blue candy melts
• 1 tbsp red, white, and blue star sprinkles
• 1/4 cup red, white, and blue M&Ms

Instructions

1. Prepare the Tray: Line a baking tray with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
   
2. Layer the Chocolates: Begin by melting the semi-sweet chocolate morsels. You can do this in a microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring between each, until smooth.
   
3. Pour the melted semi-sweet chocolate onto the prepared tray, spreading it into an even layer.
   
4. Allow this layer to harden completely. You can speed up this process by placing the tray in the refrigerator.
   
5. Add the White Chocolate Layer: Melt the white chocolate morsels using the same method as before. Once melted, pour it over the hardened semi-sweet chocolate layer.
   
6. Let this white chocolate layer harden completely before proceeding.
   
7. Drizzle the Candy Melts: Melt the red, white, and blue candy melts separately. You can use small piping bags or a spoon to drizzle each color over the hardened white chocolate layer.
   
8. Use a toothpick to swirl the colors gently, creating a marbled effect. Do this before the candy melts harden to ensure a smooth pattern.
   
9. Decorate: Sprinkle the red, white, and blue star sprinkles and M&Ms over the top while the candy melts are still slightly soft to ensure they stick.
   
10. Final Hardening: Allow the entire tray to harden completely, either at room temperature or in the refrigerator if you're in a hurry.
    
11. Break into Pieces: Once fully set, lift the bark out of the tray using the edges of the parchment paper and break it into pieces by hand.
    
12. Serve and Enjoy: Your colorful chocolate bark is ready to be served! Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature or in the fridge.