Summer Dessert Recipes

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Baron's Blackberry Cobbler

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Easy blackberry cobbler. My father-in-law grows huge blackberries and always has tons. I tried a number of recipes and none really hit the spot. So created this one and it worked so well that my fiance said it was the best she had ever had. Serve warm with heavy or whipped cream.

By Baron

Raspberry Icebox Cake

What a lovely refreshing dessert for those hot summer days.

By Carol

Scrumptious Strawberry Shortcake

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Serve with whipped cream on top.

By sal

Lemon Ice II

A nice and easy, healthy option for those with ice-cream machines and a little extra time. Deliciously creamy yet also light and refreshing!

By jem

Strawberry Pie II

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This is my favorite pie. It is very easy to make. I got the recipe many years ago in North Jersey. It is from the Sussex County Strawberry Farms.

By OKBEE

Fresh Fruit and Yogurt Ice Pops

Simple and wholesome popsicles. My mom used to help us make these when we were kids and I still enjoy them years later. Use honey as an alternate sweetener, and blend the fruit to be either chunky or smooth.

By april20

Peach Pie the Old Fashioned Two Crust Way

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This is a simple, quick, old fashioned, baked, two crust peach pie made with fresh peaches and simple ingredients. It's great during summer peach season.

By BERNIERONE

No Bake Lime Mousse Torte

This torte is tart and tangy. I take it to a lot of potluck dinners and everyone raves and begs for the recipe. It is easy and can be made several days ahead. Decorate with dollops of whipped cream, raspberries, and fresh mint leaves, if desired.

By RB1953

Fresh Southern Peach Cobbler

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I've been experimenting with cobbler for some time and this recipe is the final result. Loved by all. Use fresh Georgia peaches, of course!

By aeposey

Blueberry Sour Cream Coffee Cake

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One really delicious and really unhealthy Sunday coffee cake. I have no idea where I got this recipe from but it was about thirty years ago and has been a family favorite since. The bake time is a bit longer if you're using frozen berries.

By d newman

Blueberry Pie

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This is the best when made with fresh picked blueberries! It is a beautiful sight with a lattice top.

By ASHESP

Best Ever Blueberry Cobbler

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This recipe works great with other cobbler fruit and is an excellent light dessert that isn't too sweet! Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.

By Jen

Inspiration and Ideas

Strawberry Chantilly

"AMAZING. Made it like a billion times last summer." – pinkskull1013

Summer Fruit Galettes

"Delicious and super easy! Gorgeous presentation." – Stella Reynoso

Peach Pie with Sour Cream

Plum-Blueberry Upside-Down Cake

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Blueberry Dump Cake

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By definition, dump cakes are simple and fuss-free to make. Try this recipe using fresh blueberries and cake mix for a dessert everyone will love.

Three Berry Pie

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Streusel Topped Blueberry Muffins

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Lemon Souffle Cheesecake with Blueberry Topping

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Lemon Cooler Cream Cake

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Vanilla Frozen Yogurt

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More Summer Dessert Recipes

Strawberry Shortcake

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An old-fashioned, tender shortcake with two layers of strawberries topped with whipped cream.

By Denyse

Easy Pavlova

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In this elegant dessert, a crisp white meringue layer is filled with whipped cream and fresh fruit. To keep your meringue from being flat and grainy, try beating egg whites until stiff but not dry. Overbeaten egg whites lose volume and deflate when folded into other ingredients. Also, when beating in sugar, beat in about 1 tablespoon at a time, beating well between each addition. Then beat until meringue is thick, white and glossy. Be absolutely sure not a particle of grease or egg yolk gets into the whites.

By Rosina

Fruit Dip II

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This is a really light and fluffy fruit dip that is great at parties, holidays, or any time! Serve with fruit of your choice.

By Crystal Gossett

Coffee Jelly

A refreshing Japanese summertime treat! My favorite way to serve it is with frozen whipped cream and chocolate sauce, although it's also delicious with ice cream, regular whipped cream, or flavored coffee cream! It can be served solid in glasses, or cubed in bowls.

By Sarah

Blackberry Pie I

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I've been using this recipe for years and have always succeeded with it! Frozen or fresh blackberries can be used. Serve with vanilla ice cream.

By Michelle LaVerdiere

Easy Batter Fruit Cobbler

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Short of serving store-bought ice cream, you won't find a simpler, more delicious dessert than this fruit cobbler. Use any juicy summer fruit: peaches, nectarines, blueberries, blackberries, strawberries, raspberries. And if you use frozen berries, this dessert can be assembled in less than 10 minutes.

By Ben S.

Old Fashioned Peach Cobbler

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I was searching for a peach cobbler recipe that reminded me of the yummy dessert I ate as a young girl in Southeast Missouri. No shortcuts here. Fresh peaches and homemade crust...but worth every minute! Absolutely delicious served warm with vanilla ice cream! Never any leftovers with this dessert!

By ELETA

The Ultimate Berry Crumble

I don't tack the word ultimate onto just any recipe. This berry well may be my favorite summer dessert, with the perfect balance of sweet and tart, tender and crisp, fruit and crumble. Some ice cream on the side is highly recommended.

By Chef John

Strawberry Angel Food Dessert

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Angel food pieces are topped with sweetened cream cheese, whipped topping and strawberries in glaze in this chilled, layered dessert.

By TABKAT

Easy Blueberry Cobbler

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This is the recipe my Grandma used to make her blueberry cobbler. Hope you enjoy it as much as I do. Serve with ice cream!

By Lynette Collins Mottolo

Orange Fluff Cake

Wonderful cake with a true orangey flavor.

By S Hussy

Grilled Pineapple

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These are SO easy and really good. The hot sauce gives it an extra kick and cuts the sweetness. They can help with patience while the rest of the grilled feast comes together, but be warned, they go quickly!

By GREEGI

Homemade Twinkies®

These look like Twinkies®, but taste way better than the real deal...and they're better cold/frozen!

By Tyler

Blueberry Buckle

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I make this at least twice when blueberries are in season. Makes a great coffeecake or dessert.

By JBS BOX

Sour Cream Lemon Pound Cake with Cherry Compote

Super moist, refreshing dessert. I serve this at Easter or Mother's Day. I store the compote separately and let it cool slightly before I serve.

By Melissa VanDerLaan

Key Lime Cake III

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This is a very moist cake. Very easy to make. If you like key lime, you will love this cake.

By Judy

Classic Cherries Jubilee

This is a great, refreshing dessert, especially after a hearty meal. This does have to be prepared immediately before serving, but does not take a lot of time. Your guests will enjoy the blue flames when the brandy is ignited!

By Wilemon

Easy, Eggless Strawberry Ice Cream

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Use your ice cream maker to create this rich and creamy strawberry ice cream. There are no eggs in this recipe.

By ejw825

Blueberry Crisp II

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The mayonnaise adds a little tang to this delightful fresh blueberry crisp. It's really delicious.

By ESCAPETONH

Blueberry Coffee Cake I

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This cake is super for a quick breakfast snack with coffee.

By Debbie Rowe

Easy Strawberry Shortcake

This is a very easy and quick dessert. If you love strawberries and shortcake, then this is the recipe for you!

By Amy Trombley

Blueberry Pound Cake

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Wild berries were a source of amazement to colonists. Captain John Smith spoke of Indians feasting us with strawberries, mulberries, bread, fish and other countrie provisions.

By dcbeck46

Snow Cone Syrup II

Flavored Syrup to drizzle over shaved or crushed ice. Yummy on a hot summer day.

By BONNIE544

Ricotta Pie (Old Italian Recipe)

This is an old Italian recipe for a pie with a sweet crust--just like from the old country. My in-laws are Italian and they say that this is the best pie. It is always requested for Christmas. Mini chocolate bits and lemon rind can be mixed into the batter.

By Misty

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