4th Of July Food For A Crowd

The 4th of July is a special time to celebrate our freedom and honor those who made it possible. It’s also the perfect chance to gather with friends and family, enjoy fireworks and campfires, and serve up the best Fourth of July recipes that bring everyone together.

These delicious recipes were handpicked to help you create the ultimate summer feast full of flavor and perfect for sharing.

4th Of July Appetizers

1. Deviled Eggs

Deviled eggs are a delicious appetizer that everyone will enjoy. This recipe blends Dijon mustard, mayonnaise, and apple cider vinegar with egg yolk to create a flavorful bite-sized snack.

2. Lil Smokies Pigs in a Blanket

Lil smokies pigs in a blanket are savory and filling, which makes them a great appetizer. These pigs in a blanket are made with Hillshire Farms Little Smokies or any other brand of cocktail sausages and canned crescent rolls.

They are an extremely affordable way to serve a crowd. Bake them until golden brown, and dip them in your favorite condiments.

3. The Best 7-Layer Dip

7-layer dip is perfect with chips, crackers, or toasted bread. This recipe is made with refried beans, sour cream, guacamole, salsa, cheese, tomatoes, black olives, and cilantro.

4. Cheese Rolls

Cheese rolls are a great way to start any meal. These homemade rolls are topped with melted cheddar cheese and can be eaten before dinner or with it.

5. 2 Ingredient BBQ Little Smokies

If you want a simple and delicious recipe to add to your appetizer table this 4th of July, then you must try our recipe for these bbq Lil smokies. All you need for this recipe are cocktail sausages and BBQ sauce.

6. French Onion Dip

French onion dip is one of my favorite appetizers. It's easy to make and doesn't require any actual cooking.

Simply combine sour cream, onion powder, garlic powder, parsley, minced onion, and salt and mix together.

7. Onion Rolls

Onion rolls are a delicious homemade appetizer that you will want to make for all your dinner parties. These rolls have chunks of sautéed onions in every bite that will leave your mouth happily satisfied.

8. Baked Chicken Wings

Baked chicken wings are a great addition to any 4th of July party. These chicken wings are simple to make and even easier to eat.

Simply toss them in your favorite seasoning and bake them until they are fully cooked and crispy. Serve them with ranch, blue cheese, or your favorite hot sauce.

9. Deviled Ham

Deviled ham is a great appetizer that can be eaten with crackers or chips. This recipe blends ham, mayonnaise, hot sauce, mustard, and spices to create a delicious spread.

10. Charcuterie Board

Not sure of a good recipe for grazing? Try a charcuterie board.

This charcuterie board has a plethora of your favorite meat, cheese, fruit, nuts, dips, and crackers, so there is something for everyone.

11. Air Fryer Fried Pickles

Air fryer fried pickles are savory and delicious. They are crisp on the outside and perfectly moist on the inside.

Serve them while they are still warm with your favorite sauce.

12. BBQ Bacon Wrapped Brussel Sprouts

Want an appetizer that will impress your 4th of July guests? These BBQ bacon-wrapped Brussels sprouts will have everyone asking for the recipe.

13. Crockpot BBQ Meatballs

These meatballs can be tossed in your crockpot with my honey BBQ sauce and diced onion, then forgotten about until dinnertime. Serve them on a platter with toothpicks so guests can easily grab them and go.

4th Of July Salads

14. Loaded Baked Potato Salad

This loaded baked potato salad is robust and flavorful. It has fork-tender potatoes, mayonnaise, sour cream, bacon, and cheddar cheese.

Every guest at your 4th of July celebrations will be asking for the recipe for this updated potato salad.

15. Caprese Salad

This Caprese salad has the freshest ingredients that are perfect for a backyard barbecue. Combine fresh mozzarella, basil, tomatoes, balsamic vinegar, and olive oil to create this refreshing summer salad.

16. Fresh Fruit Salad

This fresh fruit salad is refreshing and the perfect way to cool off your guests this 4th of July. Combine your favorite fruits, such as grapes, apples, bananas, nectarines, oranges, or strawberries, in a large bowl.

Top it off with a sauce made from sweet honey, lemon zest, and vanilla.

17. Fruit Cocktail Salad

Fruit cocktail salad is a unique blend of pineapple, mandarin oranges, strawberries, red seedless grapes, apples, and bananas. The mixture is light and refreshing for your guests this 4th of July.

18. Mandarin Orange Jello Salad

This mandarin orange jello salad is sweet and refreshing. It's a mixture of orange gelatin, marshmallows, cool whip, pineapple, and mandarin oranges that could be an appetizer, side dish, or dessert.

19. Hawaiian Macaroni Salad

Hawaiian macaroni salad is a nice twist on your traditional macaroni salad recipe. This version has macaroni noodles, mayonnaise, yogurt, onion, carrot, celery, and pineapple juice.

20. Doritos Taco Salad

Doritos are always a hit. That is why I highly recommend this Doritos taco salad! It has taco meat, Catalina dressing, Doritos, lettuce, onion, tomato, and cheese.

Serve in a bowl, or use small bags of Doritos to make individual easy-to-eat portions.

21. Egg Salad

This egg salad is great on top of crackers or toasted bread, it can also be eaten by itself with a spoon.

Alternatively, you could make egg salad sandwiches and serve them as the main course, or cut the sandwiches into small portions and serve them as appetizers! So many options.

22. Greek Pasta Salad

This Greek pasta salad is one recipe that can be made anytime for any occasion, but it is refreshing and perfect for the sweltering 4th of July.

The combination of pasta, artichoke hearts, cherry tomatoes, kalamata olives, feta cheese, and red onion will really have everyone coming back for a second serving.

23. Ham Salad

Ham salad is creamy and delicious, which is why you must make it for your next 4th of July party! It blends moist ham with creamy mayonnaise, dill pickles, and chopped celery to make an easy appetizer that's wonderful with crackers.

24. Tuna Salad with Pasta

Tuna salad with pasta is a classic summer cookout salad. This salad features tuna, bow tie pasta, mayonnaise, onion, peas, and celery, and it is totally scrumptious.

25. Rotisserie Chicken Salad

Rotisserie chicken salad is the perfect chicken salad for those who don't have a ton of extra time to make everything from scratch.

This simple recipe combines rotisserie chicken, mayonnaise, celery, onion, and Dijon mustard to create a creamy masterpiece that is great on its own, as a dip, or on sandwiches.

26. Lobster Salad

This cool and creamy lobster salad features lump lobster meat in a mayonnaise-based dressing. It's delicious on its own or can be served on bread as a tasty New England lobster roll.

4th Of July Main Courses

27. Crack Chicken

This crack chicken recipe could also be served as a 'dip' for an appetizer or on sandwich buns as the main course! Enjoy this addicting recipe that calls for chicken breast, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, ranch mix, and bacon.

28. Traeger Smoked Brisket

Traeger smoked brisket is something that will feed the whole family. This brisket is savory and moist with the perfect blend of spices to keep your party guests satisfied.

29. Slow Cooker Pulled Pork

Slow cooker pulled pork is one of my favorite 4th of July dishes. The blend of paprika, cumin, honey, and brown sugar makes the pork full of flavor and hard to resist.

Pulled pork is perfect for sandwiches or tacos and can go a long way when feeding a crowd.

30. BBQ Meatloaf

BBQ meatloaf is moist and hearty with the perfect balance of robust flavors. The BBQ spin on classic meatloaf is perfect for summertime gatherings.

31. Sausage Dogs

Sausage dogs are completely customizable and can be made however you want for your 4^th of July party. Choose your favorite kielbasa and buns for this savory dish, and top it with peppers, onions, or a few condiments.

32. Baked BBQ Chicken Leg Quarters

Baked BBQ chicken leg quarters will impress meat lovers everywhere! They are sweet and spicy with a touch of honey and cayenne pepper and have been baked to perfection.

33. Smoked Hamburgers

Smoked hamburgers are one of my favorite summertime meals. These smoked hamburgers are extra meaty with juicy ground beef and bacon.

Topped with red onion, pickles, cheese, and tangy BBQ sauce to create to ultimate smoky burger experience.

34. Smoked Italian Sausage

This smoked Italian sausage recipe can be made with mild, sweet, or hot Italian sausage, depending on which type you prefer. Eat them plain or on top of your favorite hoagie roll, and top them with ketchup, mustard, or relish.

35. Baked Chicken Thighs

These baked chicken thighs are just what your 4^th of July party needs. They are easy to make (there are just 3 ingredients!) and are always wonderfully juicy and tender.

36. Texas Chili

Texas chili is so thick and hearty that you can satisfy the appetite of a large party by making a pot of it. Top this meaty chili with sour cream, cheddar cheese, green onions, or corn chips.

37. Smoked Meatloaf

Smoked meatloaf is completely underrated and pairs well with most of the side dishes listed on this list. Simply mix ground beef, yellow onion, eggs, minced garlic, breadcrumbs, cayenne pepper, and chili powder, and fire up your smoker.

38. Marinated Grilled Pork Chops

These marinated grilled pork chops are so moist that they basically melt in your mouth. They are the perfect meaty main course for when you want to impress a bunch of guests.

39. Smoked Brats

Smoked Brats are so easy to make that you will want to make them every 4th of July. All you need is your favorite brand of bratwurst and your smoker.

Eat them plain or put them on a bun and top them with your favorite condiments.

40. Grilled Brats

If you don't have a smoker, grilled brats are a great way to keep your 4th of July guests happy.

These grilled brats are topped with tangy sauerkraut and zesty German mustard! Don't forget the beer.

41. Sloppy Joes

Sloppy joes were served at every holiday event when I was younger. They are hearty and filling with ample amounts of flavor that your friends and family will love.

Serve some good old fashioned sloppy joes on your favorite toasted bread this 4^th of July.

42. Baked BBQ Chicken Drumsticks

Baked BBQ chicken drumsticks are great for both kids and adults. They are easy to eat and pair well with almost anything.

The flavors of the BBQ seasoning and the moist dark meat chicken are something everyone can appreciate.

43. Hot Dog Bar

If you are throwing a 4th of July Party, then a DIY hot dog bar is the way to go! Guests can assemble their hotdogs from a large selection of tasty toppings and condiments so that everyone can make a hotdog they'll love.

44. Burger Bar

If you prefer burgers to hot dogs, a build-your-own burger bar is another crowd-pleasing option. You can offer up a variety of burger toppings, cheeses, and condiments for everyone to choose from.

45. Chili Dogs

When I think of the 4th of July, chili dogs are one of the first things that come to mind. See my post on the best chili for chili dogs to choose the perfect chili recipe.

4th Of July Sides

46. Southern Coleslaw

Southern coleslaw is sweet, tangy, and delicious. My recipe uses crisp green cabbage, fresh carrots, creamy mayonnaise, tangy Dijon mustard, and sweet sugar to create a perfectly flavored coleslaw.

47. Jiffy Jalapeño Cornbread

Jiffy jalapeño cornbread is great for guests who love a little spice in their life! The added jalapeños give the cornbread just enough heat without overpowering the dish.

48. Smoked Corn on the Cob

Smoked corn on the cob is another great recipe for your smoker. On this 4^th of July, add whole cobs of corn to your smoker and top with butter and salt.

49. Milk Butter Boiled Corn on the Cob

Milk butter-boiled corn on the cob is tender and moist with tons of flavor. This corn is boiled in heavy cream, milk, butter, and sugar.

Once you try corn that has been prepared this way, you will never go back.

50. Baked Beans with Ground Beef and Bacon

Baked beans with ground beef and bacon are quite an upgrade from your typical baked beans. The added ground beef and bacon make these baked beans meaty and full of flavor.

51. Succotash

Succotash is just as fun to eat as it is to say. Our succotash recipe uses butter beans, corn, butter, red pepper, onion, and bacon.

52. Jiffy Corn Casserole

Jiffy corn casserole tastes just as good as it sounds. This casserole uses jiffy corn muffin mix, canned whole kernel corn, canned cream corn, sour cream, and butter.

The flavors blend together to become a moist, delicious side dish that will quickly disappear.

53. Creamy Baked Corn

Corn in any form is a good choice for summertime. Creamy baked corn is made with corn, cheese, half and half, butter, and maple syrup. Yum.

54. Instant Pot Braised Red Cabbage

Instant pot braised red cabbage is a great side dish for any BBQ. This recipe blends unique ingredients together to make an easy, flavorful side.

Add red cabbage, peeled apples, onions, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar to your Instant Pot, and voila.

55. Macaroni and Tomatoes

Macaroni and tomatoes are a simple Southern recipe that only has a few ingredients. All you need is macaroni, bacon grease, a can of diced tomatoes, and cornstarch, and you've got yourself an easy side dish everyone will love.

56. Smoked Baked Potato

This smoked baked potato recipe is one that you will want to make every 4th of July. All you need to do is place the potatoes in your smoker while you smoke your meat.

Add just a dash of olive oil and salt, then load them however you like.

57. Paula Deen's Macaroni and Cheese

Paula Deen's signature baked mac and cheese is Southern comfort in a dish. It's so rich and cheesy that you might want to make two batches, or it will quickly disappear.

58. Broccolini Slaw

Broccolini slaw is cool and crunchy, so it's a great addition to any backyard summer BBQ. I love to add some cranberries or raisins for a little pop of sweetness.

59. Pasta Salad

I love pasta salad because you can make it in advance and pop it in the fridge until needed. The tangy flavor of the Italian dressing is a refreshing contrast if you plan on serving a heavier main course.

4th of July Desserts

60. S'mores Board

The s’mores board is the ultimate dessert charcuterie featuring graham crackers, melted chocolate, toasted marshmallows, and more . Perfect for building the best s’mores of all time, it’s a fun and customizable way to serve dessert to a crowd.

61. Blueberry Galette

A blueberry galette is a simple French pastry baked until golden and bursting with sweet, juicy blueberries. Made with a flaky crust and fresh berries, it’s an effortless dessert that delivers all the flavor of a traditional pie without the fuss.

62. Peach Pie

This peach pie has a flaky, buttery crust filled with cinnamon and nutmeg-spiced peaches for an irresistible summer treat. The juicy, spiced filling pairs perfectly with a scoop of my no-churn vanilla ice cream to take it to the next level.

63. Snow Cone Cake Pops

These festive cake pops capture the look of red, white, and blue snow cones in a convenient, mess-free treat. They are perfect for picnics or outdoor 4th of July parties and easy for everyone to enjoy.

💭 Easy Tips for Hosting the Perfect 4th of July Party

• Prep ahead. Pick recipes that can be made in advance so you’re free to enjoy your guests. Potato salad, pasta salad, dips, and many side dishes can be assembled the day before.
• Self-serve stations are a great life-hack. A build-your-own baked potato bar, hot dog bar, hamburger bar, or s'mores board makes one course of your planned meal that much easier. Guests are happy they can customize their food, and you don't have to do anything else once the station is set up.
• Stay refreshed. Keep plenty of cold drinks within reach to keep everyone hydrated.
• Plan activities. Have simple outdoor games ready to keep guests entertained between meals and fireworks.
• Easy cleanup. Use disposable or easy-to-clean plates and utensils to save time after the party.

I’d love to hear what you're making this 4th of July, so be sure to leave a comment and let me know your favorite party dishes. If you try any of these recipes, tag me or share a photo!

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