The Paperless Post has deployed. The hot dogs and accompanying buns (yes, gluten-free too) are on the Whole Foods order list. The Spotify playlist? You’re basically ready to go on tour with The Chainsmokers.
Then you remember the shorter attendees: the children. They need their own set of activities and, most importantly, interesting treats. We scoured the most creative foodies on Pinterest to find you a plethora of red-white-and-blue treats kids will love.
The Trending Treat: Tie-dye Fudge
Created by: Taste and Tell
Stats: Vegetarian, gluten-free
Serves: 32
Adult needed? Yes. Put kids in charge of adding the color and stirring up a storm.
The One Adults Won’t Feel Embarrassed Eating: Fruity Jello Cups
Created by: The First Year
Stats: Gluten-free
Serves: Undetermined, but recipe states 1 box makes approximately 4-5 cups.
Adult needed? Yes. We suggest you make the jello and the kids make it look pretty.
The One You’ll Have Zero Guilt About if They Eat Three in a Row: Yogurt Popsicles
Created by: The View From Great Island
Stats: Vegetarian, gluten-free
Serves: 10
Adult needed? Yes, for mixing. Younger ones can have fun pouring the fruity mix in the molds. (Warning: Details-obsessed kids will get serious about making sure the stripes are even.)
Moms don’t make moms mom alone…
Tell us what you’re making red, white and blue for Fourth of July weekend!