These perfect size 4th of July Brownie Bites are the most fun patriotic desserts to whip up. Fudgy mini brownies with light and fluffy whipped cream, sweet blueberries and fresh strawberries are just what you need this July 4th celebration!
Why take regular brownies to your 4th of July party when you can take these cute patriotic brownies?! They’re a fun and festive, super simple dessert recipe that everyone will love.
Line these up on the dessert table next to your other favorite patriotic desserts, Patriotic Popcorn, American flag cupcakes, and these Red, White and Blue Fruit Pizzas and you’ll have a glorious dessert table almost too gorgeous to eat.
Why You’ll Love These 4th of July Brownie Bites
Who doesn’t love easy brownie recipes? Here’s why you’ll love these patriotic mini brownie bites:
- Brownie Bites are always popular for 4th of July desserts. These will disappear quickly!
- It’s an inexpensive dessert, perfect for feeding a large group.
- A simple recipe that the kids can help make. This one is relatively easy enough to make on their own without too much mess.
- Perfect for a busy 4th of July celebration, Memorial Day, Veterans Day, Flag Day, etc.
More 4th of July Dessert Ideas
Here are a few more easy patriotic recipes!
Kitchen Tools
- Large Mixing Bowl
- Mixing spoon
- Muffin Pan
- Cooling Rack
- Toothpick
- Spoon
Ingredients
All you need are a few simple ingredients to make 4th of July Brownie Bites:
BROWNIE MIX: You’ll also need the ingredients required on your brownie mix box as well as the 18oz box of brownie mix. This can vary from brand to brand and may vary more if you’re making your own homemade brownies mix. Most brownie mixes call for vegetable oil and eggs.
WHIPPED TOPPING: 8 ounces of Cool Whip or other whipped topping that’s been thawed. You can use regular or lite.
FRESH FRUIT: To make these fit the theme, I used fresh blueberries and sliced strawberries.
Instructions
STEP 1: Prepare the brownie batter according to the box recipe and instructions. Make sure the oven gets preheated appropriately.
STEP 2: Pour the batter into the muffin tin, filling each space only about a quarter of the way up. You don’t want muffin looking bites, more like brownie cookies.
TIP: You can use paper liners if desired for easier clean up.
STEP 3: Place the muffin tray into the preheated oven and bake according to the box instructions. Brownie bites are done when you insert a toothpick and it comes out clean.
STEP 4: Remove the brownies from the pan and let them cool on a wire rack for 5-10 minutes.
STEP 5: While cooling, wash your fresh fruits and slice strawberries. Pat dry the fruit with a paper towel to remove any excess moisture so the juices don’t bleed into the whipped topping.
STEP 6: Once they’ve cooled, frost brownies with a spoon by spreading small dollops of whipped topping on top.
STEP 7: Decorate these decadent brownies by adding sliced strawberries and blueberries.
Variations and Cool Ideas
This is such a versatile recipe, you can spruce it up many different ways:
- Make different patterns on your brownie bites with the fruit on each one. Then each 4th of July brownie bite will look unique!
- Use specialty brownie box mixes. I think deluxe chocolate ones with extra chocolate chips or white chocolate chips would be amazing for this festive red white and blue dessert.
- For an even creamier, more decadent dessert, whip some cream cheese in with the whipped topping to create a whipped topping cream cheese frosting.
- Want to add more festive fun? Add some red and blue sprinkles or use red and blue chocolate melts and drizzle on top of each brownie bite.
- Trade the strawberries for chilled raspberries or cherries.
- Alternatively to the cupcake tin method, you could also make brownies in a regular baking dish and then use a small cookie cutter to cut them into small bites.
- You can use a regular size muffin pan or a mini muffin pan to serve varying sizes.
How to Store Patriotic Brownie Bites
Remember that this recipe uses whipped topping that will melt the longer it sits out at room temperature.
The fresh fruit topping should be refrigerated also. So, once everyone is done enjoying some desserts, toss your leftover brownie bites into an airtight container and store them in the fridge for up to 2 days. This is the best way to help them last.
However, these delicious brownies are best enjoyed the same day that you make them, especially once you add the whipped topping and fruit.
Can You Double This Recipe?
Absolutely! If you’re attending a large Independence Day celebration with friends and family this is an easy patriotic dessert you can make in bigger quantities.
Easily double or even triple this recipe to make sure everyone gets a plenty of 4th of July brownie bites for dessert!
More 4th of July Treats
If you’re looking for another fun patriotic dessert, these Festive 4th of July Brownie Ice Cream Sandwiches combines ice cream, brownies and red, white and blue sprinkles for a really cool dessert!
And… if you’re hosting a red, white and blue themed party – be sure to add this Patriotic Charcuterie Board too!
Get Ready for your 4th of July Celebration!
I love to decorate for Independence Day! So, here are a few new finds that are perfect for all the patriotic holidays:
Decorate your front door with this gorgeous patriotic wreath.
Welcome your friends and family with this America door mat. It’s durable, festive and functional!
Spruce up the kitchen with these adorable patriotic kitchen towels.
These festive 4th of July Brownie Bites are lots of fun for the Fourth of July! Plus, they are so easy to make and are ready in no time, making them one of the best 4th of July dessert to whip up this holiday season!
4th of July Brownie Bites
These perfect size 4th of July Brownie Bites are the most fun patriotic desserts to whip up. Fudgy mini brownies with light and fluffy whipped cream, sweet blueberries and strawberries are just what you need this July 4th celebration!
Ingredients
- 18 ounce box Brownie Mix (plus ingredients listed on box)
- 8 ounce Whipped Topping
- Blueberries
- Strawberries, sliced
Instructions
- Prepare the brownie batter according to the box recipe and instructions. Make sure the oven gets preheated appropriately.
- Pour the batter into the muffin tin, filling each space only about a quarter of the way up. You don't want muffin looking bites, more like brownie cookies.
- Place the muffin pan into the preheated oven and bake according to the box instructions. Brownie bites are done when an inserted toothpick comes out clean.
- Remove the brownies from the pan and let them cool on a wire rack for 5-10 minutes.
- While cooling, wash your fresh fruits and slice strawberries. Pat dry the fruit with a paper towel to remove any excess moisture.
- Frost brownies by spreading small dollops of whipped topping on top.
- Decorate the brownies with the sliced strawberries and blueberries.
Notes
See recipe post for tips and variations.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield:
12Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 247Total Fat: 11gSaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 134mgCarbohydrates: 38gFiber: 0gSugar: 5gProtein: 2g
Nutritional values are estimates and not exact.