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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    18 Easy Summer Desserts That Will Make Your Summer So Much Sweeter

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on July 12, 2024, updated July 12, 2024 - Leave a Comment

    Get ready to satisfy your sweet cravings with these 18 simple and delicious summer desserts. From strawberry-filled cupcakes to creamy ice cream treats, these recipes are perfect for treating yourself on hot summer days. Whether you're hosting a backyard BBQ or just craving something sweet, these desserts will definitely add a touch of sweetness to your summer.

    Strawberry Filled Cupcakes

    A strawberry filled cupcake.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    These are the ultimate summer cupcakes, and loved by kids and adults alike. Super easy to make with just vanilla cupcakes, fresh strawberries and whipped cream they come together in under 1 hour.

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    Fresh Blueberry Ice Cream

    Fresh Blueberry Ice Cream
    Photo credit: Hey Nutrition Lady.

    Creamy, luscious, and irresistible, this homemade Blueberry Ice Cream is the perfect summertime treat. This easy recipe has a bright blueberry flavor and includes both machine and no-churn instructions.

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    Whipped Coffee

    Whipped coffee.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Ever wanted to make Dalgona Coffee but didn't have instant coffee? Or just prefer the taste of regular brew coffee? Now you can make it, by just making a stronger brew than usual! Even more delicious, and a great simple dessert.

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    Peach Cobbler Cinnamon Rolls

    peach cobbler cinnamon rolls.
    Photo credit: The Default Cook.

    These peach cobbler-style cinnamon rolls start with a can of refrigerated dough, so you'll have them in the oven in minutes! They soak in some peach juice and are topped with an easy cobbler crumble for a simple but delicious treat.

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    Summer Berry Gino

    Berry gino.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This super easy berry bake is filled with bananas, strawberries and blueberries and topped with white chocolate for a delicious dessert. Perfect for any dinner party - and great to prep ahead of time. Serve over vanilla ice cream for the ultimate, indulgent experience.

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    Rum Pineapple Upside Down Cake

    Pineapple Upside-Down Cake.
    Photo credit: Garlic & Zest.

    This pineapple upside-down cake has a shot of rum for that little extra kick. Great with a scoop of vanilla or puff of whipped cream.

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    Strawberry Muffins

    Strawberry Muffins
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    These easy strawberry muffins are light and fluffy, perfectly moist, and packed with fresh berry flavor. With juicy strawberries in each bite, they are a delicious breakfast or mid-morning snack!

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    Rhubarb Custard Tart

    Vegan Rhubarb Custard Tart.
    Photo credit: Addicted to Dates.

    This delicious vegan rhubarb custard tart has a creamy homemade vanilla custard filling with sweet and tart baked rhubarb on a gluten-free shortbread crust. This dessert is perfect for making the most of rhubarb season!

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    S'Mores Casserole

    Smores casserole.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This S'mores Casserole is a simple version of everyone’s favorite camping treat. Made in a baking dish so you can make it even without a campfire, and perfect to make for a crowd. Use graham crackers or digestive biscuits, and your favorite milk chocolate!

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    The Ultimate Cherry Cheesecake

    Cherry Cheesecake.
    Photo credit: Little Sweet Baker.

    This is a silky smooth cheesecake topped sky-high with gorgeous plump red cherries. This ultimate cherry cheesecake is completely made from scratch and is very easy to make. So, if you are looking for a showstopping dessert, look no further – this is it.

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    Raspberry Muffins

    Raspberry Muffins
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    These raspberry muffins are the perfect treat for Mother's day breakfast or brunch. A delicious combination of tangy and sweet flavors, with bursts of juicy raspberries in every bite.

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    Blueberry Sour Cream Bundt Cake

    Blueberry Sour Cream Bundt Cake.
    Photo credit: FODMAP Everyday.

    This old-fashioned blueberry coffee cake might look simple – and it is to make – but don’t let that fool you. The butter and sour cream create a rich, but not too rich, textured cake and the full tablespoon of vanilla extract flavors it just enough to keep it from being too plain, while not overwhelming the fruit.

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    No Bake Cookies

    No bake cookies.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    The best no-bake cookies are all done with just 15 minutes of actual baking. Made with staple ingredients, these cookies are loaded with chocolate flavor, coconut, and a hint of salt.

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    Spicy Grilled Pineapple Upside Down Cake

    GRILLED SPICY PINEAPPLE UPSIDE DOWN LIME-SCENTED CAKE.
    Photo credit: Eat the Love.

    Fresh grilled pineapple gives this lime-scented cake a hint of smoky upscale flavor. The sprinkling of spicy Korean pepper elevates the cake even further, making it an elegant and sophisticated take on the traditional upside down pineapple cake.

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    Strawberry Whipped Cream

    Strawberry Whipped Cream
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    This Strawberry Whipped Cream is the perfect spring and summer topping for cupcakes, cakes and fruit salads. Quick and easy to make from scratch in under 10 minutes it's made with all natural ingredients, and loaded with flavor from real strawberries.

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    Watermelon Strawberry Popsicles

    Watermelon Strawberry Popsicles
    Photo Credit: Maple and Mango.

    This recipe is super easy to make and absolutely delicious. A refreshing treat that tastes like summer!

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    Raspberry Passion Fruit Gino

    Raspberry white chocolate gino.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Gino is a beloved Swedish dessert, with baked fruit covered in lots and lots of white chocolate. It's easy to make in under 20 minutes and perfect to prep ahead for dinner parties. This version has bananas, kiwis, raspberries and passion fruit - but you can use most fruits and berries. Serve hot over vanilla ice cream for the ultimate experience!

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    Meringue Nests with Lemon Curd & Berries

    Meringue nests with lemon curd and berries.
    Photo credit: FODMAP Everyday.

    This is a lovely party dessert for many reasons. The Meringue Nests and Lemon Curd can be made ahead, and you can vary the fillings as you like. They also look fantastic on a big platter!

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    About Emmeline Kemperyd

    Emmeline Kemperyd is a writer, food blogger, recipe creator and food photographer and the founder of alwaysusebutter.com. She has more than 20 years of experience creating and simplifying recipes so they taste good, and are quick, easy, and approachable. She is a regular contributor to MSN  and her work has been featured by The Guardian, Well+Good, Vulture, SheKnows, Good Men Project, Daily Kos, The Grio, The Asian Parent, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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