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21 Patriotic Canada Day Desserts

To celebrate Canada Day, here are 21 delightful Canada Day desserts gathered from talented food bloggers. This collection includes red-and-white classics, refreshing summer options, plenty of no-bake choices, and iconic Canadian treats like Nanaimo bars, butter tarts, Beaver Tails, and Saskatoon berry pie—perfect for July 1st gatherings of any size.

No Bake Strawberry Rhubarb Cheesecake

a piece of strawberry rhubarb cheesecake on a white plate with a red napkin with Canadian flag napkin ring and remainder of cake in the background
Image credit goes to Foodmeanderings.com

This no-bake Strawberry Rhubarb Cheesecake features a dark chocolate Oreo crust with a creamy white chocolate and strawberry-rhubarb marble filling. A hint of fennel adds an unexpected licorice note. It’s visually striking in red and white and comes together quickly without using the oven. Recipe: No Bake Strawberry Rhubarb Cake

Festive Canada Day Cupcakes

Festive Canada day cupcakes on white plates
Image credit goes to: Ottawa Mummy Club

These festive Canada Day cupcakes are decorated with bold red-and-white swirls and playful toppers—ideal for backyard parties or family celebrations. Use your favorite cake recipe or a white cake mix to customize flavors. Recipe: Canada Day Cupcakes

Miami Vice Frozen Cheesecake

frozen cheesecake on faux wooden surface with red and white checkered napkins in the background
Image credit goes to: Food Meanderings

A no-bake frozen cheesecake inspired by the Miami Vice cocktail, combining strawberry and pina colada flavors in a chocolate crust. It’s a refreshing summertime dessert that fits the red-and-white theme for Canada Day. Recipe: Miami Vice Frozen Cheesecake

Canada Day Oreo Pops

3 Canada Day Oreo pops on a red and white background
Image credit goes to: Living Life as Moms

These Canada Day Oreo Pops are simple to make and great for kids. Dipped and decorated in red and white, they’re portable, fun, and crowd-pleasing for holiday parties. Recipe: Canada Day Oreo Pops

Red Velvet Ice Cream Cake

Slice of red velvet ice cream cake with whole cake in the background and a bowl of no churn ice cream
Image credit goes to: Food Meanderings

This Red Velvet Ice Cream Cake layers light red velvet cake with a no-churn cream cheese ice cream filling and finishes with a white chocolate cream cheese icing—rich, creamy, and visually fitting for Canada Day. Recipe: Red Velvet Ice Cream Cake

Best Homemade Strawberry Shortcake

2 strawberry shortcakes on white plates, with a bowl of strawberries in background
Image credit goes to: Little Sweet Baker

Classic strawberry shortcakes feature flaky golden biscuits topped with macerated strawberries and lightly sweetened whipped cream. They’re simple, fresh, and excellent for summer celebrations like Canada Day. Recipe: Best Homemade Strawberry Shortcake

Canada Day Rice Krispie Treats

canada day rice krispie treats on white surface
Image credit goes to: Homemade Heather

White-chocolate Rice Krispie treats decorated with red candies make a fun, no-bake option that kids can help assemble. Easy and festive for July 1st. Recipe: Canada Day Rice Krispie Treats

Canada Day Raspberry Cheesecake Shots

raspberry cheesecake shots in jars on a white surface
Image credit goes to: In the Kitch

Individual raspberry cheesecake shots offer single-serving convenience and an elegant presentation—layered with creamy cheesecake and fresh berries for a bright Canada Day dessert. Recipe: Canada Day Raspberry Cheesecake Shots

Mini Cherry Cheesecake (with Oreo Crust)

a mini cherry cheesecake on a damask print muffin wrapper, with a red speckled muffin tin ofmini cherry cheesecakes in the background
Image credit goes to: Food Meanderings

These mini cherry cheesecakes bake in muffin tins with an easy Oreo crust and a bright cherry topping. They’re ideal as individual desserts for parties and potlucks. Recipe: Mini Cherry Cheesecakes

Canada Day Cookies with Cream Cheese Sprinkle Dip

maple shaped cookies with cream cheese dip in a white bowl, with red sprinkles all around
Image credit goes to: XOXO Bella

Maple leaf-shaped cookies served with a cream cheese sprinkle dip are festive and nostalgic. Use maple leaf cutters for a themed presentation that’s kid-friendly and delicious. Recipe: Canada Day Cookies with Cream Cheese Sprinkle Dip

Cranachan

cranachan in a glass, with another glass of cranachan behind it
Image credit goes to: Christina’s Cucina

Cranachan is a Scottish dessert of cream, oats, raspberries, and whisky. Its light, fruity layers make it an elegant addition to Canada Day menus when you want something a bit different. Recipe: Cranachan

Strawberry Pretzel Dessert

a slice of strawberry pretzel dessert on a white plate
Image credit goes to: Bitz & Giggles

This potluck favorite combines a crunchy pretzel base with creamy filling and a glossy strawberry topping. It’s sweet, salty, and perfect for serving a crowd. Recipe: Strawberry Pretzel Dessert

Raspberry Eton Mess

Raspberry Eton mess in a glass bowl
Image credit goes to: Chocolates and Chai

A light take on the classic Eton Mess with raspberries, crunchy meringue pieces, and whipped cream. It’s refreshing, not overly sweet, and ideal for warm-weather celebrations. Recipe: Raspberry Eton Mess

Easy No Bake Strawberry Icebox Cake

strawberry icebox cake in a white rectangular dish (with a piece missing)
Image credit goes to: Amanda’s Cookin’

This no-bake Strawberry Icebox Cake layers whipped cream, graham crackers, and fresh strawberry slices for a simple, make-ahead dessert that stays cool on hot July days. Recipe: Strawberry Icebox Cake

Raspberry White Chocolate Truffles

white raspberry truffles on a parchment lined wire rack
Image credit goes to: Baker’s Table

These Raspberry White Chocolate Truffles are fruity, silky, and naturally gluten-free. Bite-sized and elegant, they’re great for dessert tables or gift boxes. Recipe: Raspberry White Chocolate Truffles

Strawberry Parfait (Strawberry Fool)

2 strawberry fool parfaits in tall parfait glasses with whole strawberries in the background
Image credit goes to: What a Girl Eats

This strawberry parfait, also called strawberry fool, layers whipped cream and strawberry purée for a light, pretty dessert that’s easy to assemble and serve in glasses. Recipe: Strawberry Parfait

Easy Black Forest Cake

whole black forest cake on black cake stand
Image credit goes to: Food Meanderings

A straightforward Black Forest cake layered with chocolate cake, whipped cream, and a cherry filling—rich, classic, and crowd-pleasing for special occasions. Recipe: Easy Black Forest Cake

World’s Best Nanaimo Bars

5 Nanaimo bars piled up on a white plate, with one on each side
Image credit goes to: Sweet Little Baker

A Canadian classic: Nanaimo bars with a fudgy coconut base, custard buttercream center, and a chocolate ganache top. Dense, sweet, and unmistakably Canadian. Recipe: Nanaimo Bars

Best Butter Tart Recipe

4 butter tarts stacked on a white plate, with a butter tart split in half in front of the stack
Image Credit goes to: Food Meanderings

These butter tarts offer a gooey, buttery filling in a crisp tart shell. The recipe is straightforward and adaptable—try it with or without raisins, or add pecans for a variation. Recipe: Best Butter Tarts

Saskatoon Berry Pie (Filling and Sauce)

Saskatoon berry pie slice on a white plate, with whole pie in background
Image credit goes to: Food Meanderings

This Saskatoon berry pie filling is cooked on the stovetop so the berries soften and flavors concentrate, yielding a thick, flavorful filling. It also doubles as a sauce for ice cream, cheesecake, or yogurt. Recipe: Saskatoon Berry Pie

Cinnamon Sugar Beaver Tails

2 cinnamon sugar beaver tails on a white plate
Image Credit: Image credit goes to: Hot Rod’s Recipes

A beloved Canadian fair treat: fried dough shaped like a beaver tail, coated in cinnamon sugar and ready for optional toppings like jam, maple syrup, or whipped cream. Crispy, warm, and nostalgic. Recipe: Cinnamon Sugar Beaver Tails