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July 4th Red, White, and Blue Patriotic Fudge Recipe

by Rebecca @ Mom Sparks on June 6, 2022 // This post may contain affiliate links.

If you’re still deciding on what dessert to make on July 4th, let me recommend this deliciously sweet red, white and blue patriotic fudge!

Independence Day (July 4th) is in a few days, friends. What are YOU making for your big bbq fireworks bash for July events and July celebrations? Does it include Fourth of July desserts? Summer time always reminds me of patriotic colors, ice cream, fresh fruit

But, there is nothing better than red food, blue food, and white food, especially when it’s a patriotic treat AND an easy dessert recipe. ❤️🤍💙

I hope you have a sweet tooth for this one. 🙂

If you’re still deciding what sweet treat to make on July 4th (or even Memorial Day), let me recommend this deliciously sweet red, white and blue patriotic fudge! It is the ultimate of patriotic recipes and patriotic desserts. With no candy thermometer necessary! And who doesn’t love blue desserts and blue treats?

Although a homemade fudge recipe may seem difficult to make, it certainly isn’t! All you need is a few simple ingredients and an easy recipe like the one I’m sharing today.

Get the ingredients and instructions for this perfect patriotic dessert and fun treat below!

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Ingredients for July 4th Red, White, and Blue Patriotic Fudge Recipe

21 oz can sweetened condensed milk
1 1/4 cup Wilton royal blue candy melts
1 1/4 cup Wilton white candy melts
1 1/4 cup Wilton red candy melts
3 tbsp unsalted butter, divided
1 tbsp vanilla extract, divided
1/2 tsp salt, divided
optional toppings: blue sprinkles, patriotic red sugar/sprinkles, white chocolate chips, fresh berries

Instructions for July 4th Red, White, and Blue Patriotic Fudge Recipe

Line a 9 x 9 pan with aluminum foil. Spray the pan with a nonstick vegetable spray and set aside.
In a microwave-safe bowl, add 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk, the blue candy melts, 1 tablespoon butter, 1 teaspoon vanilla, and 1/8 teaspoon salt. Microwave the mixture for 30 seconds and stir. Microwave in additional 15-second increments until the candy melts are completely melted and smooth.
Pour into the bottom of the 9 x 9 pan and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
In a microwave-safe bowl, add 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk, the white candy melts, 1 tablespoon butter, 1 teaspoon vanilla, and 1/8 teaspoon salt. Microwave for 30 seconds and stir. Microwave in additional 15-second increments until the white candy melts are completely melted and smooth.
Pour on top of the chilled blue layer of fudge and chill again for 30 minutes.
In a microwave-safe bowl, add 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk, the red candy melts, 1 tablespoon butter, 1 teaspoon vanilla, and 1/8 teaspoon salt. Microwave for 30 seconds and stir. Microwave in additional 15-second increments until completely melted and smooth.
Pour the red mixture on top of the cooled white fudge and refrigerate for 4 hours or until completely set.
Cut into even squares and ENJOY!!

an important thing to note: store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Print this festive dessert below!

Patriotic Easy Fudge: