Sunday, February 15, 2026

Fourth of July Marshmallow Skewers

Summer is the perfect time for fun and festive treats, and these Fourth of July Marshmallow Skewers are such a delight. I love easy activities that kids can help with, and this one combines fruit, marshmallows, and chocolate in a colorful, patriotic way. Perfect for BBQs, summer parties, or a sunny weekend activity with the little ones!

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Strawberries, blueberries, and marshmallows threaded onto skewers ready for chocolate drizzle

Fourth of July Marshmallow Skewers

A fun, patriotic summer activity for kids and families that doubles as a tasty treat!

Ingredients & Supplies

Please Note: If you can not find Red and Blue Melting Wafers, you can use food coloring with White Chocolate Melting Wafers.
  • Sandwich baggies for piping/drizzling
  • Tray or plate for assembling
Tray of strawberries, blueberries, and marshmallows with skewers ready to assemble patriotic Fourth of July skewers

How To Assemble

  1. Thread strawberries, marshmallows, and blueberries onto skewers in a fun patriotic pattern.
  2. Melt the red, white, and blue chocolate wafers separately according to package directions.
  3. Fill sandwich baggies with each colored chocolate and snip a small corner to create a piping bag.
  4. Drizzle red, white, and blue chocolate over the skewers to resemble fireworks.
  5. Allow the chocolate to set slightly before serving.

Why I Love This Activity

  • Easy and fun for kids and adults alike
  • Combines a craft activity with a tasty treat
  • Perfect for Fourth of July or any summer party
  • Customizable with different fruit or chocolate colors
  • Great for creating memories in the kitchen

Single marshmallow and fruit skewer decorated with red, white, and blue chocolate drizzle resembling fireworks

Make It Your Own

You can switch out fruits, marshmallow sizes, or chocolate drizzle colors to match any holiday or event. I love doing these with my kids because they’re simple, colorful, and always a hit at parties.