BBQ Dessert Ideas for Memorial Day Cookout
Monday, May 13, 2024
Kick off summer the right way with a stellar Memorial Day cookout, barbecue, or neighborhood get-together. It’s the perfect time to gather with family and friends to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country and to bask in the growing warmth of the season. While the traditional cookout menu usually includes classics like hot dogs and hamburgers, we’re more inclined towards desserts. We’ve curated a list of crowd-pleasing patriotic masterpieces just for you.
Patriotic Memorial Day Desserts
Red, White & Blue Kringle
Nothing screams patriotic like the colors red, white, and blue. From flags to table settings to centerpieces, a Memorial Day picnic is sure to feature this color scheme. Our Red, White & Blue Kringle is among the most delicious options in our repertoire of red, white, and blue Memorial Day desserts. Featuring Wisconsin cream cheese, Door County cherries, and blueberries from Maine, it’s a true celebration of American flavors.
All of our Kringles comfortably serve 12-18 people depending on the size of the slices, making them the perfect addition to any summer cookout. During the warmer months, it’s ideal to refrigerate your kringle upon delivery to ensure it stays fresh until the big day. Don’t forget to consult our helpful guide on how to eat and serve kringle for day-of preparations.
Flag Layer Cake
Instantly become the hero of the barbecue with our show-stopping Flag Layer Cake. Not only is this cake adorned with an American flag across the top, but each slice resembles the flag itself. The way we layer our red and blue cake with white icing creates a beautiful effect for a unique Memorial Day dessert.
This delicious cookout dessert serves up to 15 people, making it perfect for any Memorial Day gathering. We ship nationwide and securely package the cake in a dry ice container to ensure it stays cool and in perfect condition, even in the hottest climates. Feel free to store the cake in either the freezer or refrigerator until the party. It can be kept in the fridge for several days and still remain fresh. To thaw the cake, we recommend placing it in the fridge or at room temperature for at least 6 hours before serving.
Rhubarb Kringle
April through June is rhubarb season, and we couldn’t resist using this iconic fruit to make it into a kringle. Our Rhubarb Kringle is constantly requested by our customers throughout the year, but our finest ingredients shine when the rhubarb season is in full swing. While the season is short, this quintessentially summertime kringle brings a burst of flavor to last all summer long. Be sure to get this dessert before it bids farewell for another year.
Strawberry Rhubarb Bread Pudding
Want a unique dessert to bring to the potluck? This crowd pleaser is sure to steal the show. Our Strawberry Rhubarb bread pudding combines ripe strawberries and tart rhubarb pieces, topped with crumbly streusel. With a serving size of 13, this dessert can effortlessly serve a large crowd during summer.
OHLAF TIP: Heat up the bread pudding for a few minutes in the oven and add a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an elevated dessert experience!
Apple Kringle
A classic Memorial Day cookout dessert is apple pie, and we’ve put a Danish twist on this American classic with our Apple Kringle. Even the pickiest of eaters will gladly grab a second helping of this dessert. Our scratch-made filling of crisp apples with cinnamon makes it an instant hit. When sliced, kringle is the perfect finger food.
Desserts for Special Diets Delivered Nationwide
Trying to accommodate specific dietary restrictions can be challenging when choosing Memorial Day desserts.
No Added Sugar Sweet Rolls
Perfect for individuals who want to offer their guests a choice, this bundle includes twelve assorted fruit Danish rolls with no added salt or sugar. Flavors include apple, apricot, blueberry, pineapple, cherry, and raspberry. Tender and flaky with wonderful flavor, these sweet rolls are sure to please.
No Added Salt and Sugar Kringle
We love Kringle, and we don’t want dietary restrictions to prevent you from enjoying it. That’s why we’ve created our no added sugar or salt kringle bundle, featuring three flavors: pecan, apple, and cherry. Each kringle is smaller than our regular kringles and serves about 6 to 7 people.
Gluten-Free Triple Chocolate Brownies & Cookies
Indulge your chocolate cravings without any guilt with our gluten-free triple chocolate brownies. Each order includes two six-inch brownies, enough to serve at any party or enjoy as a midnight snack under the nighttime stars.
If brownies aren’t your thing but you still crave a gluten-free chocolate treat, we’ve got you covered with our gluten-free triple chocolate cookies. These delightful cookies are made with rich cocoa, filled with white chocolate and dark chocolate chips - a chocolate lover's dream in every bite. Each order includes 12 cookies, so you might want to grab two batches to ensure there’s enough for everyone.
OHLAF TIP: Use these cookies to make ice cream sandwiches for an extra special treat!
Memorial Day Desserts Delivered from O&H Danish Bakery
Whether you’re craving a traditional Memorial Day dessert or want to include a delicious chocolate treat, you can count on O&H Danish Bakery to provide you with fresh desserts delivered just in time for Memorial Day. We start working on your order right away and offer flexible shipping options, so you can have your desserts delivered to your location or surprise a friend or loved one with a patriotic treat. Contact us today for more information about our fantastic selection.