Summer is here, and I don't know about you but I'm always looking for new summer fruit desserts to make for my summer parties. So, in case you are like me and need some new inspiration I have a list of some of my favorites for you!
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From Chocolate Covered Strawberries to these Tanghulu Skewers there are so many different ways that you can use fruit to make a delicious summer dessert to share with your loved ones.
Cakes and Cupcakes
While turning on the oven to make a cake isn't always one of my favorite things to do in the summer, some delicious recipes are worth the effort. Here are a few of my favorite cakes and cupcakes.
Strawberry Shortcake Bundt Cake is the ultimate summer dessert recipe. With layers of cake, fresh strawberries, and whipped cream. What more could you ask for?
Orange Loaf Cake is a simple dessert that is full of zesty orange flavor. It comes together quickly and works great for summer cookouts.
Strawberry Chocolate Cupcakes are the best summer dessert. You can never go wrong with a strawberry dessert in summer.
Peach Upside Down Cake is a summer twist on this classic dessert. With a caramelized peach topping this cake is bound to please everyone.
Baba Cake is a traditional Mediterranean dessert enjoyed for generations. It's an ultimate moist cake that is topped with a sweet apricot glaze.
Strawberry Shortcake Cupcakes have all the flavor of the traditional dessert but in handheld form. They are great for holidays and parties.
Lemon Buttermilk Pound Cake this classic pound cake recipe is full of bright and tangy lemon flavor to give it the perfect citrus taste.
Pink Lemonade Cupcakes are a great way to turn this classic drink into an individual-sized treat that's perfect for summer parties.
Peach Cobbler Pound Cake combines two great desserts into one moist and flavorful cake. This cake always gets rave reviews.
Strawberry Charlotte Cake is a light and creamy French dessert that is a great way to beat the summer heat.
Cheesecakes
Cheesecakes make a great fruit summer dessert because they are cold, creamy, and can be made ahead. So, go ahead and give one of these tasty recipes a try.
Mini Raspberry Cheesecake is creamy, fruity, and refreshing on a summer day. Plus, the whole family will love them.
Cranberry Orange Cheesecake is another great summer dessert. While cranberry is usually considered a winter fruit, with this recipe you can enjoy it during summertime as well. Feel free to top it with strawberry Coulis or Cherry Sauce instead.
No Bake Strawberry Cheesecake Cups are light and airy personal-sized desserts that come together quickly and are great to make ahead.
Mini Lemon Raspberry Cheesecakes are creamy, and fruity and taste great. They are the perfect dessert to make for summer parties.
Raspberry Poke Cake is a vibrant and easy dessert that's perfect for summer potlucks or a delightful weeknight treat. A moist and flavorful cake with bursts of raspberry goodness in every bite.
Pies, Tarts, and Pastries
Pastries and pies are always high on my list of desserts to make for gatherings. And, I've got a few summer fruit-inspired treats for you.
Raspberry Danish With Lemon Cream is a buttery and flaky pasta that is the perfect combination of sweet and sour. It makes a great light breakfast or dessert.
No Bake Key Lime Pie is a creamy and tart dessert that is perfect for warm weather. You don't even have to turn on the oven to make this easy recipe.
Apple Strudel is a flaky and buttery pasta that is stuffed full of sweet apple filling. It's great for holidays, special occasions, or even a fall day!
Fruit Pavlova is a crunchy pastry that is filled with sweet fresh fruit. It's the perfect spring dessert and will look great on your Easter dessert table.
No Bake Cherry Pie is a simple pie with graham cracker crust . Keep it handy when you're short on time, and guests are coming over.
Cobblers, Salads, and Casseroles
There is no better way to use fresh summer fruits like peaches and strawberries than to make a simple cobbler or fruit salad. And, these easy recipes are some of the best I've ever made.
Peach Cobbler with Cake Mix is a great shortcut to a common fruit summer dessert recipe. With a few minutes of prep work and some baking time, you can have a sweet dessert to share.
Strawberry Pretzel Salad is one of my go-to summer recipes. The combination of sweet strawberries and salty pretzels makes this dessert out of this world delicious.
Fruit Salad is a refreshing and simple dessert that is full of vibrant colors. It will always stand out on your dessert table.
Creamy Fruit Salad is a great way to enjoy this summer gathering staple and make it even sweeter. The light and creamy dressing coats the fresh fruit for a simple dessert.
Slow Cooker Blueberry Cobbler is a great way to make a cobbler without heating the house this summer.
Are you looking for ways to use fresh-picked strawberries? If so, you will want to try this Strawberry Casserole. It's super easy to make.
Breads
Breads aren't typically thought of as a summer dessert. But, these delicious recipes are packed full of summer flavors to share with your family and friends.
Banana Bread without Butter is always a favorite with my friends and family. With a sweet flavor and moist fluffy texture it's always a treat.
Air Fryer Sourdough Blueberry Bread is great for neighbor gifts and also a great afterschool snack. If you love sourdough this is the recipe for you.
Cherry Banana Bread is bursting with cherries, coconut, and banana flavor. It makes a tasty breakfast or summer dessert
Hawaiian Pineapple Bread has all the flavors of the tropical island. But, you don't even have to pack a suitcase to enjoy them.
Blueberry Sour Cream Bread is moist, flavorful, and super easy to make. You can't go wrong.
Cookies, Brownies, and Bars
I don't know about you, but I'm always a fan of handheld desserts, and you can never go wrong with a simple bar recipe like the ones I've got for you on this list.
Black Forest Brownies are rich, fudgy, and topped with delicious cherries. If you love chocolate this is the recipe for you.
Cherry Cookies are chewy, fruity, and kid-friendly. They make a great grab-and-go dessert for your summer cookouts.
Chocolate Dipped Orange Cookies get their flavor from fresh orange zest. It adds a nice citrus zing to these buttery cookies.
Apple Crisp Bars take this classic dessert and turn it into a handheld treat. With all the flavor of your favorite pie, these bars are always a crowd-pleaser.
Strawberry Rhubarb Crumble Bars the perfect spring dessert loaded with fruit and topped with an oatmeal topping, are always a crowd-pleaser.
Trifle, Puddings, and Creamy Desserts
Tropical Fruit Trifle is packed full of summer tropical flavors. Along with a creamy custard, it's a great way to beat the summer heat.
Lemon Curd is a deliciously tangy spread that is perfect for adding to desserts, spreading on toast, or using as a filling in cakes and pastries.
Pomegranate Dessert is a sweet layered dessert that comes together quickly and makes the perfect light dessert after a hearty meal.
Dry Apricot Pudding is a creamy and sweet dessert that is full of fruity flavor it's a great dessert to make for Ramadan.
Golden Oreo Dessert is made with a layer of crushed cookies, topped with a vanilla layer, and then finished with sweet berries. It's a great kid-friendly dessert.
Pineapple Dream Dessert is a light and fluffy dessert that is perfect for summer days. It's also refreshing and easy to make, your family will love it.
This Strawberry Trifle is layers of moist cake, fresh strawberries, and whipped cream. Not only does it look beautiful but it also tastes amazing.
Summer Berry Trifle is a light and refreshing dessert that doesn't require a lot of effort to make and is perfect for hot days when you don't want to turn on the oven.
Spreads and Jams
Carrot Jam is a surprising and delightful twist on classic fruit jams. Although carrots are vegetables they make a wonderful sweet ham for your morning toast.
Strawberry Rhubarb Jam is a freezer-friendly jam with only four ingredients. The sweetness of the strawberries, combined with the tartness of the rhubarb makes it an unforgettable spread.
Fig Jam Recipe is a wonderful way to use up all those summer fresh figs. With just few ingredients this recipe is so easy to make and tastes fresh and delightful.
Strawberry Preserves is an easy homemade strawberry preserves recipe. This small batch of strawberry jam without pectin is delicious!
If you decide to give one of these fruit summer dessert recipes a try with your family, I would love for you to leave me a comment and let me know which one you made!
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Denise Browning
Thank you so much for featuring my mango upside down cake here, Amira!!! What a delicious display of fruit desserts -- so great for summer!