4th of July Fruit and Cheese Platter
Nothing says summer celebration like a colorful fruit and cheese platter, and this patriotic version is perfect for the 4th of July.
With vibrant red strawberries, juicy blueberries, and creamy white cheddar, this platter is both festive and delicious. It’s an easy way to serve something fresh and light that everyone at your gathering will love.
The best part is that it comes together in just minutes, making it a stress-free option for parties, BBQs, or family picnics.
You can customize it with your favorite cheeses or swap in fun treats like marshmallows or white chocolate-covered pretzels. Simple, beautiful, and tasty, this platter will be the centerpiece of your holiday table.
Why You’ll Love This 4th of July Platter
Fruit and cheese platters are always a favorite at parties because they’re simple, beautiful, and universally loved.
You don’t need any fancy cooking skills or special equipment; just fresh ingredients and a serving tray.
The red, white, and blue theme instantly makes this platter the centerpiece of your holiday table, and it doubles as both a snack and a festive decoration.
This platter is also kid-friendly and a healthier alternative to heavy desserts. With sweet berries and creamy cheese, little hands can easily grab a bite without any mess.
Quick, Easy, and Stress-Free
One of the best parts about this platter is how little effort it takes. You only need three ingredients and about ten minutes to assemble.
It’s the kind of recipe anyone can pull together, whether you’re a seasoned host or making your first holiday spread.
You can also prep it ahead of time, which makes hosting easier and less stressful.
Keep your fruit washed and cheese sliced the night before, then assemble right before serving. This way, you’ll spend less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying the celebration.
How to Prepare 4th of July Fruit and Cheese Platter
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Serves: 10-12
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Ingredients
6-8 Pounds Fresh Strawberries
18 Ounces Fresh Blueberries
2- 8 Ounce Bars White Cheddar Cheese
Items Needed:
White Rectangle Service Platter
Steps to Prepare 4th of July Fruit and Cheese Platter
Step 1: After washing your fruit thoroughly and giving it time to dry, pull or slice the stems off your strawberries.
Step 2: Place your blueberries in a small white bowl and place it in the corner as a placeholder for the square section.
Step 3: Line the strawberries up in a double line, at the top of the platter, skip an equal amount of space and place another double line of strawberries.
Step 4: Skip another equal amount ofspace and at the very bottom of the platter place one final line of strawberries.
Step 5: Be sure to keep your lines straight and be sure to line up the starting points of the first two double strawberry lines so the blueberry portion is even.
Step 6: Slice your cheese blocks into about ¼-inch slices. Line two slices up side by side in thetwo open lines. Add another stack on top of each cheese line.
Step 7: You can either leave your blueberries in the bowl or pour them into the remaining open space. Enjoy!
Tips:
- I ended up using about 4 containers of strawberries because there are always bad ones in the container no matter how hard I try to pick good ones. I know this happens to everyone, so it’s nice to have extra for when this happens, or for refilling the platter, if need be.
- You can also use mozzarella cheese, swiss, colby, etc. in place of the white cheddar. The 8-ounce blocks I used were the perfect, sliceable size to fit the platter, which involved less work. If you are using different cheese, you’ll want to measure your space and fit your slices accordingly.
- As I was placing the strawberries and cheese, I had to slightly adjust things as I went along so it all fit nicely. You’ll have to play with the various strawberry sizes and you might have to slightly lift the strawberries so the cheese will fit into place.
- You can slice the ends off your strawberries, if you like. However, I noticed they stay fresher, longer when you just remove the stem instead of slicing. It also allows for easier grab and go without a mess since sliced strawberries tend to be juicy and stain hands. Leaving the strawberries unsliced will also alleviate the issue of the cheese getting gooey.
- You can use other items in place of the cheese, if you prefer. White chocolate covered pretzels, marshmallows, white chocolate covered almonds, etc. would all make great choices.
4th of July Fruit and Cheese Platter
- Total Time: 10 Minutes
- Yield: Serves 10–12 1x
Ingredients
6–8 Pounds Fresh Strawberries
18 Ounces Fresh Blueberries
2– 8 Ounce Bars White Cheddar Cheese
Instructions
Step 1: After washing your fruit thoroughly and giving it time to dry, pull or slice the stems off your strawberries.
Step 2: Place your blueberries in a small white bowl and place it in the corner as a placeholder for the square section.
Step 3: Line the strawberries up in a double line, at the top of the platter, skip an equal amount of space, and place another double line of strawberries.
Step 4: Skip another equal amount ofspace and at the very bottom of the platter place one final line of strawberries.
Step 5: Be sure to keep your lines straight and be sure to line up the starting points of the first two double strawberry lines so the blueberry portion is even.
Step 6: Slice your cheese blocks into about ¼-inch slices. Line two slices up side by side in the two open lines. Add another stack on top of each cheese line.
Step 7: You can either leave your blueberries in the bowl or pour them into the remaining open space. Enjoy!
- Prep Time: 10 Minutes
