Sweet, Shareable, and Gone in Seconds—17 BBQ Desserts That Deliver

You know those shareable BBQ desserts that somehow disappear before you even get a second bite? That’s the energy we’re working with here—easy to make, even easier to devour. Whether you’re feeding a backyard crowd or just trying to impress your cousins, these picks bring the perfect mix of sweet, sticky, and summer-ready. Just don’t expect leftovers.

Apple Custard Pie

Buttery crust, tart apples, and a creamy custard filling make this Apple Custard Pie the perfect not-too-sweet comfort dessert.
Get the Recipe: Old Fashioned Apple Custard Pie Recipe

Decadent Mississippi Mud Pie Brownies With Marshmallows

Two brownies with a bite taken out of one. — Decadent Mississippi Mud Pie Brownies With Marshmallows. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

These Mississippi Mud Brownies have three distinct layers: a rich brownie bottom topped with marshmallows and a decadent chocolate frosting.
Get the Recipe: Decadent Mississippi Mud Pie Brownies With Marshmallows

Lemon Curd Pie

a lemon cream pie topped with swirls of whipped cream. — No Bake Lemon Curd Pie With Cream Cheese Filling. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

A tangy lemon curd pie with a creamy filling and vanilla wafer crust. Bright, zesty, and perfect for any lemon lover.
Get the Recipe: No Bake Lemon Curd Pie With Cream Cheese Filling

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

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

Pecan Pie

Chocolate Pecan Pie is a fun twist on a beloved classic, made with a flaky pie crust, a chocolate ganache base, and a toasty pecan filling.
Get the Recipe: Bourbon Chocolate Ganache Pecan Pie

Blackberry Pie

Enjoy a delicious Blackberry Pie with a buttery crust and a sweet-tart filling. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy dessert.
Get the Recipe: Homemade Blackberry Pie With Double Crust

Brownies With Edible Cookie Dough Frosting. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

Brownies with cookie dough frosting are like getting two desserts in one. Enjoy a rich fudgy brownie topped with a cookie dough frosting!
Get the Recipe: Brownies With Edible Cookie Dough Frosting

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

Extra Tangy Lemon Bars With A Shortbread Crust

lemon bars stacked on a plate. — Extra Tangy Lemon Bars With A Shortbread Crust. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

Sweet and tangy lemon bars with a buttery crust and creamy filling. A perfect balance of flavors with a touch of cream of tartar.
Get the Recipe: Extra Tangy Lemon Bars With A Shortbread Crust

Strawberry Cheesecake Bars

A strawberry cheesecake bar on its side. — Strawberry Cheesecake Bars. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

These creamy bars feature a buttery base and are swirled with rich strawberry compote. They’re a must-try spring produce recipe that brings out the best of strawberry season.
Get the Recipe: Strawberry Cheesecake Bars

Possum Pie

Layered Possum Pie with toasted pecans, tangy cream cheese, rich chocolate custard, and whipped cream is a must-try dessert!
Get the Recipe: Southern Possum Pie With A Pecan Crust

Lemon Icebox Pie

Two slices of lemon pie on plates next to a pie dish. — Classic Lemon Icebox Pie With Condensed Milk. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

With its classic graham cracker crust and creamy lemon filling, this Lemon Icebox Pie is the perfect dessert for any occasion.
Get the Recipe: Classic Lemon Icebox Pie With Condensed Milk

The Easiest Banana Pudding With Vanilla Wafers

A bowl of banana pudding with a spoon in it next to two servings. — The Easiest Banana Pudding With Vanilla Wafers. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

Featuring layers of bananas, creamy vanilla pudding, and crunchy vanilla wafer cookies, this Banana Pudding is an instant classic.
Get the Recipe: The Easiest Banana Pudding With Vanilla Wafer

Butterscotch Pie

brown sugar pie with meringue on a white plate. — Old-Fashioned Butterscotch Pie With Meringue. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

This old-fashioned Butterscotch Pie is ready in 30 minutes, made with a brown sugar custard filling. Packed with homemade flavor like Grandma used to make.
Get the Recipe: Old-Fashioned Butterscotch Pie With Meringue

Tangy And Sweet Lemon Squares Recipe

Discover a refreshing twist on the classic lemon squares recipe by adding a sweet cranberry layer. A light, refreshing dessert!
Get the Recipe: Tangy And Sweet Lemon Squares Recipe

Cranberry Pie

Cranberry Pie has the tartness of cranberries as well as citrusy notes from the orange zest and soft fluffiness from marshmallows!
Get the Recipe: Cranberry Pie