Let’s Be Honest—Berry Desserts Are the Best Thing About Summertime

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You know what no one ever argues about? That berry desserts are the best thing about summertime. There’s just something magical about sweet, juicy berries baked, swirled, or chilled into something delicious when the sun’s blazing. Whether it’s a buttery cobbler or a no-bake treat straight from the fridge, these are the kinds of desserts that feel like summer. Let’s dig into the ones worth making on repeat.

Baked Mixed Berry Fruit Crisp With Pecan Streusel

Baked Mixed Berry Fruit Crisp With Pecan Streusel. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

This mixed berry crumble is the perfect balance of sweet and tart, featuring juicy berries, rhubarb, and a crunchy brown sugar pecan streusel topping.
Get the Recipe: Baked Mixed Berry Fruit Crisp With Pecan Streusel

No-Coffee Strawberry Tiramisu With Fresh Berries

a slice of strawberry tiramisu on a white plate with a fork.
No-Coffee Strawberry Tiramisu With Fresh Berries. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

Fresh strawberries, orange zest, mascarpone, jam, and ladyfingers come together in Strawberry Tiramisu. No coffee required.
Get the Recipe: No-Coffee Strawberry Tiramisu With Fresh Berries

Homemade Blueberry Biscuits (Bojangles Copycat)

Blueberry biscuits on a wire rack.
Homemade Blueberry Biscuits (Bojangles Copycat). Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

Blueberry biscuits with a creamy lemon glaze are made with fresh blueberries, buttermilk, and a touch of cream cheese for the perfect sweet treat.
Get the Recipe: Homemade Blueberry Biscuits (Bojangles Copycat)

Creamy Strawberry Cheesecake Bars

Strawberry cheesecake bars line up on a tray.
Creamy Strawberry Cheesecake Bars. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

Creamy cheesecake bars with a baked on strawberry topping are just the thing for your next party or gathering.
Get the Recipe: Creamy Strawberry Cheesecake Bars

Lemon Blueberry Bundt Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting

lemon blueberry bundt cake top view.
Lemon Blueberry Bundt Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

This is a simple from-scratch recipe for blueberry bundt cake. With blueberries in every bite and a cream cheese frosting, what’s not to love!
Get the Recipe: Lemon Blueberry Bundt Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting

Homemade Fresh Strawberry Ice Cream Custard

A glass bowl of strawberry ice cream with a spoon.
Homemade Fresh Strawberry Ice Cream Custard. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

This homemade custard-based strawberry ice cream recipe has a creamy texture that store-bought strawberry ice cream dreams of.
Get the Recipe: Homemade Fresh Strawberry Ice Cream Custard

Peach Cake Recipe With Blueberries

sliced peach and blueberry bundt cake.
Peach Cake Recipe With Blueberries. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Are you looking for a light and simple bundt cake to make with sweet summer peaches, try a homemade peach cake with blueberries and top it with a peach glaze.
Get the Recipe: Peach Cake Recipe With Blueberries

Fresh Strawberry Cake With Strawberry Cream Cheese Frosting

slice of strawberry cake being pulled out.
Fresh Strawberry Cake With Strawberry Cream Cheese Frosting. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

Strawberry Cake is light and fluffy made with real strawberries and topped with a luscious strawberry cream cheese frosting.
Get the Recipe: Fresh Strawberry Cake With Strawberry Cream Cheese Frosting

Lemon Glazed Blueberry Scones With Creme Fraiche

two blueberry scones drizzled with glaze.
Lemon Glazed Blueberry Scones With Creme Fraiche. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

Blueberry scones with creme fraiche are amazing for breakfast or afternoon tea. The pastry is heavenly and not too sweet, crisp on the outside but tender on the inside.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Glazed Blueberry Scones With Creme Fraiche

Not So Classic Strawberry Shortcake With Frosting

A bite of strawberry cake on a fork.
Not So Classic Strawberry Shortcake With Frosting. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

This strawberry shortcake is a layered masterpiece of buttery cake, juicy strawberries, and cream cheese frosting.
Get the Recipe: Not So Classic Strawberry Shortcake With Frosting

Southern Blueberry Cobbler Recipe

Southern Blueberry Cobbler Recipe. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

An easy blueberry cobbler recipe with lime zest, topped with scone like biscuits that uses fresh or frozen blueberries.
Get the Recipe: Southern Blueberry Cobbler Recipe

Strawberry Crisp Bars With Coconut

Strawberry Crisp Bars With Coconut. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

You’re going to love strawberry crisp bars with fresh berries sandwiched between an oatmeal coconut crust. Serve warm as a strawberry crisp or let it cool for an easy to eat dessert bar.
Get the Recipe: Strawberry Crisp Bars With Coconut

Blueberry Self-Saucing Pudding Cake

A bowl of blueberry cobbler with ice cream.
Blueberry Self-Saucing Pudding Cake. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

The more you get into the cake, the more sauce you get! It’s a fun take on the classic pudding cake.
Get the Recipe: Blueberry Self-Saucing Pudding Cake

Fresh Strawberry Bundt Cake Recipe

close up of strawberry bundt cake slices.
Fresh Strawberry Bundt Cake Recipe. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

A freshly baked strawberry bundt cake is an impressive dessert that is perfect for any occasion and easy to throw together.
Get the Recipe: Fresh Strawberry Bundt Cake Recipe

Blueberry Muffin With Crumb Topping

Blueberry Muffin With Crumb Topping. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Fresh, bursting blueberries fill these muffins that are perfect for any morning breakfast, brunch or a midday snack.
Get the Recipe: Blueberry Muffin With Crumb Topping

Glazed Strawberry Shortcake Cookies With Fresh Strawberries

Glazed Strawberry Shortcake Cookies With Fresh Strawberries. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Glazed Strawberry Shortcake Cookies are perfectly sweet. With a pop of strawberry, they’re even better with glaze drizzled on top.
Get the Recipe: Glazed Strawberry Shortcake Cookies With Fresh Strawberries

Blueberry Cream Cheese Squares

cream cheese squares.
Blueberry Cream Cheese Squares. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Blueberry Cream Cheese Squares have a delectable cookie crust, and a jam puree swirl topping. A cheesecake filling makes these amazing.
Get the Recipe: Blueberry Cream Cheese Squares

Strawberry Jam Cake With Strawberry Frosting

strawberry poke cake cut into slices in the pan.
Strawberry Jam Cake With Strawberry Frosting. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Loaded with fresh strawberry sauce and a cream cheese whipped topping, this updated Strawberry Poke Cake will be your new go-to dessert.
Get the Recipe: Strawberry Jam Cake With Strawberry Frosting

Peach And Blueberry Cobbler Cake

peach cobbler cake in a bowl.
Peach And Blueberry Cobbler Cake. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

Indulge in this Peach Blueberry Cobbler with a sweet, buttery batter and a splash of peach schnapps. A summer favorite that’s easy to make and delicious!
Get the Recipe: Peach And Blueberry Cobbler Cake

Jam Filled Strawberry Cinnamon Rolls

Jam Filled Strawberry Cinnamon Rolls. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Strawberry jam filled cinnamon rolls that are extra light and fluffy form both yeast and baking powder. Perfect for breakfast or brunch.
Get the Recipe: Jam Filled Strawberry Cinnamon Rolls

Lemon Blueberry Bread Recipe

whole lemon blueberry loaf on a board.
Lemon Blueberry Bread Recipe. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

The smell of freshly baked bread is always irresistible. Impress your family and friends with a this Lemon Blueberry Bread Recipe.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Blueberry Bread Recipe

Tall & Flaky Strawberry Buttermilk Biscuits

Tall & Flaky Strawberry Buttermilk Biscuits. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Made with fresh/ frozen strawberries, buttermilk, and very cold butter, these strawberry biscuits emerge from the oven perfectly flaky every time!
Get the Recipe: Tall & Flaky Strawberry Buttermilk Biscuits

Lemon Blueberry Bars With A Shortbread Crust

close up of mini lemon blueberry bars.
Lemon Blueberry Bars With A Shortbread Crust. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

These Lemon Bars with blueberries are sweet and tart, resting on a buttery shortbread crust. Perfect for potlucks or parties.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Blueberry Bars With A Shortbread Crust

Strawberry Scones Recipe With Buttermilk

Strawberry Scones Recipe With Buttermilk. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

These light and flaky scones, bursting with juicy strawberry bits, are the perfect way to start your morning.
Get the Recipe: Strawberry Scones Recipe With Buttermilk

Raspberry White Chocolate Muffins

Raspberry White Chocolate Muffins. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Raspberry White Chocolate Muffins stuffed with fresh, juicy berries and white chocolate chips will be your new favorite breakfast treat.
Get the Recipe: Raspberry White Chocolate Muffins

Cast Iron Skillet Strawberry Pound Cake

Cast Iron Skillet Strawberry Pound Cake. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

This simple but stunning strawberry pound cake made in a cast-iron skillet is sure to become a favorite. Quick enough to make on a busy weeknight.
Get the Recipe: Cast Iron Skillet Strawberry Pound Cake

Super Moist Raspberry Ricotta Cake

Super Moist Raspberry Ricotta Cake. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

This raspberry cake is a deliciously moist and scrumptious dessert, perfect on its own without any frosting.
Get the Recipe: Super Moist Raspberry Ricotta Cake

No-Bake Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie

No-Bake Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

This No-Bake Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie is an easy recipe that makes a gorgeous dessert with a rich filling and buttery crust.
Get the Recipe: No-Bake Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie

Pink Lemonade Cookies With Raspberry Lemon Filling

Three raspberry lemonade cookies on a plate.
Pink Lemonade Cookies With Raspberry Lemon Filling. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

Tangy pink lemonade cookies with fresh lemon and raspberry filling. A buttery, citrusy treat everyone will love!
Get the Recipe: Pink Lemonade Cookies With Raspberry Lemon Filling

No-Bake Chocolate Covered Strawberry Jello Pie

No-Bake Chocolate Covered Strawberry Jello Pie. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Chocolate Covered Strawberry Jello Pie is a no-bake dessert that combines strawberries with creamy whipped Jello, in a chocolate cookie crust.
Get the Recipe: No-Bake Chocolate Covered Strawberry Jello Pie

Raspberry White Chocolate Bars

raspberry bars close up.
Raspberry White Chocolate Bars. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Raspberry White Chocolate Bars are a blondie with white chocolate mixed in and topped raspberries. Almond meal and browned butter make these magical.
Get the Recipe: Raspberry White Chocolate Bars

Strawberry Cheesecake Poke Cake

strawberry cheesecake poke cake slice on a plate.
Strawberry Cheesecake Poke Cake. Photo credit: Semi Homemade Kitchen.

This easy poke cake recipe layers strawberry cream cheese into white cake, then tops it off with cheesecake pudding and whipped cream. It’s one of those poke cakes that feels fancy but comes together effortlessly.
Get the Recipe: Strawberry Cheesecake Poke Cake

Chocolate Raspberry Brownie Bars

A batch of raspberry brownie bars on parchment paper.
Chocolate Raspberry Brownie Bars. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

Raspberry Oatmeal Bars use a chocolate brownie base, a fruity raspberry preserve filling, and a crumbly oat topping to create a decadent, fruity treat.
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Raspberry Brownie Bars

The Best Strawberry Cheesecake Recipe

The Best Strawberry Cheesecake Recipe. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

This Strawberry Cheesecake is a total showstopper. You only need a few simple ingredients and a bit of time to make this amazing dessert.
Get the Recipe: The Best Strawberry Cheesecake Recipe

Raspberry Brownies

raspberry cream cheese brownies on a wire rack.
Raspberry Brownies. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Rich and fudgy, Raspberry Brownies with cream cheese and fresh raspberries baked in are a decadent dessert.
Get the Recipe: Raspberry Brownies

Strawberry Lemonade Poke Cake

Strawberry Lemonade Poke Cake. Photo credit: Spicy Southern Kitchen.

This strawberry lemonade poke cake recipe combines sweet and tart in the best way possible, using strawberry Jello and lemon frosting for a bold bite. It’s one of the most refreshing poke cake recipes out there.
Get the Recipe: Strawberry Lemonade Poke Cake

Berry Crumble Bars With Fresh Fruit

sliced fruit crumble bars on a plate.
Berry Crumble Bars With Fresh Fruit. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

Fruit Crumble Bars are made with a buttery crust, creamy filling, and fresh raspberries and blackberries. Perfect for spring and summer.
Get the Recipe: Berry Crumble Bars With Fresh Fruit

No-Bake Fresh Strawberry Pie

No-Bake Fresh Strawberry Pie. Photo credit: Pip and Ebby.

This no-bake strawberry pie highlights fresh, juicy strawberries in a silky, chilled filling. It’s a light and bright dessert perfect for hot weather.
Get the Recipe: No-Bake Fresh Strawberry Pie

Five Minute Mini Raspberry Tarts

A tray of raspberry tarts in phyllo cups.
Five Minute Mini Raspberry Tarts. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Thanks to premade tart shells, these mini raspberry tarts come together in just five minutes and taste like raspberry cheesecake.
Get the Recipe: Five Minute Mini Raspberry Tarts

Strawberry Bundt Poke Cake with Jello

Strawberry Bundt Poke Cake with Jello. Photo credit: Practically Homemade.

This strawberry Bundt poke cake recipe adds a Jell-O twist to a classic Bundt, letting the bright berry flavor soak through every slice. It’s one of the most visually striking and easy poke cakes you can make.
Get the Recipe: Strawberry Bundt Poke Cake with Jello

Fresh Cherry Coffee Cake With Raspberries

Fresh Cherry Coffee Cake With Raspberries. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Make a brunch or breakfast meeting exceptional by serving a cherry coffee cake with fresh fruit instead of streusel.
Get the Recipe: Fresh Cherry Coffee Cake With Raspberries

Strawberry Shortbread Cookies

Strawberry Shortbread Cookies. Photo credit: Savor the Best.

Rich and buttery with a bold strawberry flavor, these strawberry shortbread cookies make a sweet and simple treat for any occasion!
Get the Recipe: Strawberry Shortbread Cookies

Buttercream Frosting

lemon raspberry cupcakes on a cooling rack.
Lemon And Raspberry Cupcakes With Raspberry Buttercream Frosting. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

Raspberry Cupcakes made with a lemon cupcake base, filled with raspberry jam, and topped with raspberry buttercream are a fresh, tangy treat.
Get the Recipe: Lemon And Raspberry Cupcakes With Raspberry Buttercream Frosting

Strawberry Trifle

Strawberry Trifle. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

This Strawberry Trifle Recipe blends ripe strawberries, tart raspberries, rich chocolate, and fluffy whipped cream into a heavenly dessert.
Get the Recipe: Strawberry Trifle

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