22 Refreshing Lemon Desserts Perfect for Summer
If you love the zesty kick of lemon, you’re in for a treat with our latest collection of lemon desserts. We’ve got sweet ideas that bring out lemon’s bright, refreshing flavor in every bite.
Whether you’re looking for a light and airy treat or a rich and creamy delight, these lemon-infused desserts are perfect for any occasion. Get ready to add a burst of sunshine to your dessert table with these deliciously citrusy creations.
Lemon Shortbread Cookies
When life gives you lemons, make lemon shortbread cookies! They’re easy to make and sweet and lemony, perfect for snacking.
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Sweet and Tangy Lemon Poke Cake
Indulge in the delightful flavors of our tangy and sweet Lemon Poke Cake. This dessert is filled with creamy lemon pudding and topped with whipped cream for a refreshing, flavorful treat. Ideal for family gatherings or a special dessert.
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Frozen Lemonade Pie
Indulge in the delight of a frozen Lemonade Pie, a year-round dessert that brings the refreshing taste of summer to your kitchen.
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Lemon Dump Cake
Indulge in the sweet, citrusy delight of Lemon Dump Cake! Tangy lemon brings a burst of flavor to this classic cake.
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Luscious Lemon Blueberry Cupcakes
Indulge in the perfect blend of tangy lemon and juicy blueberries with our moist and fluffy lemon blueberry cupcakes. A perfect treat for any occasion.
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Glazed German Lemon Sponge Cake
Light and airy, sweet and moist, this lemon-infused and glazed German Sponge Cake is incredibly delicious and also easy to make.
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No-Bake Lemon Cheesecake
Try our no-bake Lemon Cheesecake recipe – a tangy and delicious dessert made with lemon juice, cream cheese, and sweetened condensed milk.
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Lemon Poppy Seed Bread
Indulge in the perfect blend of citrus and poppy seed in our delicious homemade Lemon Poppy Seed Bread. A must-try recipe for all lemon lovers.
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Classic Homemade Lemon Curd
In just 10 minutes, make a sweet-tart lemon curd perfect for cakes, pastries, or just a spoonful of comfort!
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Lemon Icebox Pie
Indulge in a heavenly Lemon Icebox Pie! This easy, no-bake treat boasts a tangy, silky smooth filling and buttery graham cracker crust.
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Lemon Bundt Cake
A delicious homemade lemon bundt cake topped with a simple lemon glaze. This cake is moist, delicious, and full of lemon flavor!
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Copycat Chick-fil-A Frosted Lemonade
This CopyCat Chick-fil-A Frosted Lemonade is going to quickly become one of your favorite frozen treats this summer. A blend of CopyCat Chick-fil-A
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Lemon Lush Bars
If you are a fan of lemon desserts, these Lemon Lush Bars will become your new favorite lemon recipe. A perfect dessert for all of your summer gatherings.
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Lemon Basil Cupcakes
These lemon basil cupcakes are a bright, cheery cupcakes with zesty lemon and herby basil flavors. Perfect for a spring or summer treat.
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Luscious Lemon Bars
Creamy, tangy Lemon Bars are easily made with pantry staples. The whole family will love to use Lemon Squares for desserts, meal prep, picnics & snacks.
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No-Bake Lemon Cheesecake Tarts
With a light and tangy lemon cheesecake filling, these adorable mini cheesecake tarts are a perfect bite-size treat for any spring or summer celebration. They come together quickly, with no baking necessary, and can be garnished with any fruit you like!
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Lemon Lavender Cookies
Easy lemon lavender cookies with lemon glaze! The best lemon lavender shortbread cookies with vegan and gluten-free options included!
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Lemon Blondies
Sweet, moist, and with an intense lemon flavor, these glazed bars are easy to make and bring raves! They keep well and can be frozen.
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Arizona Sunshine Lemon Pie
Arizona Sunshine Lemon Pie is a refreshing dessert made with whole lemons. It perfectly balances tart and sweet and uses just seven simple ingredients!
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Lemon Cinnamon Rolls
Lemon Cinnamon Rolls – are the perfect gooey lemon rolls with a luscious lemon sugar filling and easy lemon cream cheese icing.
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Lemon Icebox Cake
This no-bake lemon icebox cake has light, refreshing layers of lemon pudding, Cool Whip, and graham crackers. An irresistible summer dessert!
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Lemon Dream Bars
These Lemon Dream Bars are the perfect dessert when you’re dreaming of warm, sunny days! Lemon desserts are plentiful, but this homemade cheesecake bar will surely be popular!
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Maike Corbett is the founder and food blogger of Cheerful Cook, a popular recipe website featuring comfort food recipes from the US and Germany. She has been featured in numerous media outlets, including the AP Wire and MSN.