Sweet and Savory Patriotic Bites

From Memorial Day to the 4th of July, these Sweet and Savory Patriotic Bites perfect for your Patriotic Party!

Warmer weather means pool days, road trips, and lots of red, white, and blue. I’ve always loved early summer, the time between Memorial Day, just as school is getting out, to the 4th of July. It’s not too hot in Texas (yet) but it’s sunny and warm and perfect for summer fun.

The 4th of July in particular is becoming one of my absolute favorite holidays. Going to the parade, hanging out by the pool, and watching the fireworks. It’s friends and family, but low-key. No gifts, no expectations. Just fun, and of course food.

We love to host people at our house for lunch after the parade in our city. (Which happens to be one of the biggest 4th of July parades in Texas!) And while a BBQ is frequently the backbone of the food we serve, I love putting together finger foods for our guests as well. This year I’m showing you how to whip up some sweet and savory patriotic bites.

Savory Blackberry Patriotic Bites

Ingredients

1 oz. cream cheese
4 oz. goat cheese
Salt and pepper to taste
Blackberries

Directions

Crumble cream cheese and goat cheese into the bowl of a food processor. Blend for 10 seconds, then add salt and pepper to taste. Blend again for 10-20 seconds until cheese is creamy and well-blended.
Fill 12 mini-fillo shells with savory whipped goat cheese mixture.
Top with blackberries.
Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Sweet Raspberry Patriotic Bites

Ingredients

4 oz cream cheese
1/4 cup sugar
3/4 tbsp vanilla
1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
12 mini-fillo shells
Raspberries

Directions

Beat whipping cream until stiff peaks form and set aside.
Mix cream cheese, sugar and vanilla until well blended.
Fold in whipping cream.
Fill 12 mini-fillo shells with sweet cream cheese mixture.
Top with raspberries.
Refrigerate until ready to serve.

With both sweet and savory patriotic appetizers, you’re party food is sure to be a hit with guests!

Of course it isn’t really a party without a good drink and a patriotic centerpiece. That’s why I teamed up with two of my favorite local bloggers to complete my 4th of July party!