Name: Patriotic Berries
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Ingredients: 1 LB Strawberries (Cleaned and checked for bruising ); 1 Box Vanilla Candy Coating; 2 TB Blue Sanding Sugar (Amazon); 4 Cups Cold Water; 2 Tsp Baking Soda

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Are you looking for a sweet and delicious treat for Memorial Day? Well, look no further than my Patriotic Berries! These little berries are not only adorable but so quick and easy to make. Plus, they are the perfect scrumptious red, white, and blue bite that will be the talk of your next Memorial Day Weekend!

Not only are these berries oh-so-cute — you can literally make them in minutes. These berries are simply strawberries dipped in white chocolate, then sprinkled on the tip with blue sanding sugar.

I found the best and easiest way to dip berries with the help of the White Candy Coating trays I found at Target! These white chocolate trays just pop in your microwave, making dipping berries a breeze and a no-mess experience.

Strawberries are abundant and delicious this time of year, so I hope you’re feeling patriotic this Memorial Day and honor someone who served our country with these sweet and scrumptious strawberries! Fly your American flags and serve these festive berries to your friends and family. Happy Memorial Day or Fourth of July!

Ready to impress? Follow these simple steps…

Step 1: Clean Your Berries the Right Way

Store-bought strawberries can carry pesticide residue or mold spores, so don’t skip this step.

Make a cleaning solution:

2 cups cold water
1 teaspoon baking soda

Soak the berries for 5–10 minutes, then rinse thoroughly. Dry them completely on a cloth, and gently pat each one dry to remove all moisture — this helps the chocolate stick properly.

Step 2: Set Up Your Dipping Station

You’ll need:

A tray of white chocolate or vanilla candy coating
Microwave
Parchment paper or a silicone baking mat

Melt the chocolate:
Use the directions on the packaging to avoid overheating. White chocolate can burn quickly, so go slow and stir as needed.

Step 3: Dip for the Red & White Effect

Hold the berry by its green leafy top and dip it about two-thirds of the way into the melted white chocolate. Leave the top third bare so you get that classic red, white, and blue look.

Pro tip:
Place the dipped berries on parchment or wax paper right away to let them set slightly before adding sugar.

Step 4: Add the Blue Sparkle

While the chocolate is still tacky (not fully dry), it’s time to bring on the blue!

Skip the dunk — sprinkle instead:
Pick up the berry gently and sprinkle blue sanding sugar over the bottom third. This gives a clean, festive finish without clumping the chocolate.

A spoon or small bowl works great to control the sugar and keep things neat. Be patient and aim for a defined line between the white and blue.

Step 5: Chill and Serve

These are best served cold, and you can absolutely make them a day ahead.

Storage tips:

Refrigerate in a single layer
Keep away from humidity to prevent the sugar from melting
Enjoy within 24 hours for best texture and appearance

Festive, Fast & Full of Flavor

These Patriotic Berries are a crowd-pleaser with minimal effort. They’re colorful, tasty, and perfect for celebrating Memorial Day, the Fourth of July, or any summer get-together.

No baking, no stress — just a fun, festive treat that comes together in minutes!

So grab your strawberries, wave that flag, and enjoy a red, white, and blue bite that everyone will love!