Here you’ll find 33 insanely delicious summer dessert and treat recipes. From easy and quick to more elaborate summer dessert recipes, you’ll find exactly what you’re looking for.
What Makes a Perfect Summer Dessert?
I’ve gathered more than 30 dessert recipes perfect to enjoy at the end of a summer dinner or share with the crowd of your summer celebration. They all have three things in common :
- They use seasonal ingredients: Every single one of these recipes is based on summer fruits and flavors, for a delicious and colorful dessert.
- They’re light and refreshing: I believe the last thing you want in the summer is a warm and heavy dessert. This is why all of the recipes I’ve selected are light, refreshing, or both.
- They’re easy to share: Summer is the perfect season to bring friends and family together, so I’ve gathered recipes that can easily be served and shared for a hassle-free day.
33 Summer Desserts And Treats Ideas.
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Easy Summer Desserts And Treats.
Summer is the perfect season for family and friends gatherings. In case you don’t want to spend too much time and energy preparing dessert for your celebration, this list includes more than 16 easy summer dessert ideas.
Healthy Summer Desserts.
When the summer heat kicks in, the last thing you want is your dessert weighing you down. That’s why I’ve gathered 5 healthy, refreshing, and super-easy summer desserts to keep you cool all summer.
Watermelon Pizza.
Credits: Crzay For Crust
This colorful Pizza Watermelon is super easy to recreate while making a delicious dessert you can recreate with the help of your children.
Tropical Summer Fruit Salad.
Credits: Garden in The Kitchen.
You could also go for a more traditional fruit salad for an end result just as beautiful.
Grilled Peaches with Honey Whipped Mascarpone Cream.
Credits: Ramshackle Pantry.
These grilled peaches are also a great option, especially to finish a BBQ party on a high note.
Summer Fruit Salad.
Credits: Julia’s Album.
Fruit salads are the easiest dessert to prepare for any of your summer celebrations.
Chocolate Covered Bananas.
Credits: Spend With Pennies.
If you’re looking for a summer dessert that’s both healthy and delicious, these chocolate-covered bananas are also a great option.
No-Bake Summer Desserts And Treats.
Here you’ll find 7 mouthwatering summer desserts that don’t even require you to turn your oven on. All these recipes can be served either individually or on a bigger plate.
No-Bake Lemon Cheesecake.
Credits: Life, Love, and Sugar.
With its bright lemon flavor and creamy texture, this no-bake lemon cheesecake can be prepared days in advance, allowing you to free some time and energy for the rest of your summer celebration preparations.
Raspberry Tiramisu.
Credits: Julie Marie Eats.
Summer is the perfect time of the year to be adventurous with your tiramisu’s flavor. This raspberry tiramisu will seduce both raspberry and tiramisu lovers.
Strawberry Pineapple Yogurt Parfait.
Credits: Caramel & Cashews.
On a slightly healthier side, this strawberry and pineapple yogurt parfait is both easy and quick to prepare, making it the perfect summer dessert when you don’t want to spend too much time in the kitchen.
No-Bake Blueberry Cheesecake.
Credits: Miss In The Kitchen.
This no-bake blueberry cheesecake is the perfect summer party dessert, as it can be prepared in only a few minutes and served individually or in a classic cheesecake form.
No-Bake Strawberry Cream Icebox Cake.
Credits: What’s In The Pan?
This strawberry cream icebox cake can be prepared in just 30 minutes and days in advance. It’s the perfect summer dessert recipe for summer gatherings like the 4th of July.
No-Bake Coconut Crack Bars.
Credits: Kirby’s Cravings.
These no-bake coconut crack bars only require 4 ingredients and 10 minutes of your time for a quick, easy, and healthy summer treat.
Tropical Mango Trifle.
Credits: The Cozy Plum.
This tropical mango trifle is the ultimate easy dessert for a crowd. It’ll only take you 45 minutes and a few ingredients to create an equally delicious and mouthwatering summer dessert.
Frozen Summer Desserts.
These 4 frozen summer desserts are the ultimate recipes to beat the summer heat.
Strawberry Coconut Milk Popsicles.
Credits: Addicted To Dates.
These coconut milk strawberry popsicles are dairy-free, vegan, and prepared in 15 minutes, making it an easy crowd-pleaser summer dessert or summer treat.
Raspberry Peach Popsicles.
Credits: One Lovely Life.
These raspberry and peach popsicles are both healthy and eye-catching and can be prepared in only 15 minutes.
Simple Homemade Mango Sorbet.
Credits: Hannah Ekelund.
While this homemade mango sorbet recipe does require an ice cream machine, the end result is definitely worth it.
Vegan Coconut Raspberry Ice Cream.
Credits: Two Peas & Their Pods.
This 4 4-ingredient coconut raspberry ice cream can be prepared in only 30 minutes.
Summer Cookies, Brownies, And Bars.
These 7 summer cookies, brownies, and bars recipes are easy crowd-pleasing treats, especially for picnics and potlucks, as they can easily be packed.
Lemon Raspberry Cookies.
Credits: Olives + Thyme.
If you’re looking for a simple recipe that can be baked under 35 minutes, you’re going to love these lemon raspberry cookies.
Lemon Blueberry Blondies With Icing.
Credits: Broken Oven Baking.
If you’re more of a blondies fan, you’ll love these summer blondies that are just as easy and quick to recreate
Coconut Lime Sugar Cookies.
Credits: The Domestic Rebel.
If you’re looking for a recipe a little bit more original, you might prefer these Crumbl bakery-inspired coconut lime sugar cookies.
Lemon Crinkle Cookies.
Credits: Averie Cooks.
On the other hand, if you love more classic summer flavors, these lemon crinkle cookies are just for you.
Strawberry Bars.
These strawberry bars and their vibrant strawberry flavor can be baked with either fresh or frozen strawberries in just an hour, making them the perfect treat for a taste of summer all year long.
Peach Bars with Brown Butter Crumble.
Credits: Easygayoven.
These peach bars with brown butter crumble require a little more time to bake than brownies and cookies, but they’re definitely worth the wait.
4th of July Brownies.
Credits: Food with Feeling.
You can also opt for these delicious vegan mini brownies, which can be baked in just 30 minutes and will make perfect 4th of July treats.
In case you’re looking for more 4th of July dessert recipes, check out my 30+ Insanely Delicious 4th of July Dessert Recipes Your Guests Will Love!
Summer Pies, Cheesecakes, And Cobblers.
These 6 summer pies, cheesecakes, and cobblers will make perfect summer desserts, especially for a backyard gathering or a sunny afternoon. Don’t hesitate to top them with your favorite ice cream for an even more refreshing recipe.
Raspberry Peach Crisp.
Credits: Joy Food Sunshine.
While this raspberry peach crisp requires quite some time to cook, you can prepare it in only 10 minutes. Serve it with a scoop of your favorite ice cream flavor for an iconic summer dessert.
Mini Fruit Tartlets.
Credits: Everyday Pie + Pastry.
These tartlets are not only visually stunning, they’re also the perfect balance between crunch, creaminess and the refreshing taste of fresh fruits.
Baked Mango Cheesecake.
Credits: Sinfully Spicy.
To all mango lovers, there is no way you’re not going to love this baked mango cheesecake. It’s equally delicious as it is visually appealing.
Key Lime Pie.
Credits: Ahead Of Thyme.
There’s a reason key lime pie is such a classic. Once you try this recipe, you’ll want to make it not only for your summer gatherings but also for your friends and family celebrations all year long.
Strawberry Rhubarb Cobbler.
Credits: The Endless Meal.
I don’t know what screams summer more than strawberries and rhubarb. This strawberry rhubarb cobbler is the perfect recipe to celebrate the beginning of summer.
Raspberry Swirl Lemon Cheesecake.
Credits: Confessions Of A Baking Queen.
Who doesn’t love cheesecake? Now, make it lemon flavored with a raspberry swirl, and you get the perfect summer dessert.
Summer Cake Recipes.
I’m a cake lover through and through, so obviously, I couldn’t write this post without including at least a few summer cake ideas. Therefore, here are 6 summer cake ideas that will definitely impress your guests.
Strawberry Pound Cake.
If you’re looking for a quick and easy dessert, you’re going to love this strawberry pound cake recipe.
Easy Eggless Mango Cake.
Credits: Tasha’s Artisan Foods.
With its fresh mangoes and soft texture, this eggless mango cake is both comforting and refreshing, making it a great summer dessert recipe.
Lemon Blueberry Bundt Cake.
Credits: Well Plated By Erin.
This lemon blueberry bundt cake, with its bright lemon flavor and pockets of fresh blueberries, can be prepared in only 20 minutes, making it a convenient and delicious summer treat.
Peach Bellini Cupcakes.
Credits: Sprinkle Bakes
These peach bellini cupcakes require a lot more work, but you’ll end up with a showstopping and bursting with flavour summer dessert.
Strawberry Shortcake Cake.
Credits: Scientifically Sweet.
On a simpler note, this classic strawberry shortcake can be prepared in only 15 minutes using only one bowl.
Vegan Plum Almond Cake.
Credits: Resplendent Kitchen.
Finally, this vegan plum almond will make a perfect dessert for your end-of-the-summer dinner parties.
