The Only Summer Desserts People Are Making Right Now—All 35 Are Incredible

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I’ve been deep in my sweet tooth era lately, and honestly, it’s been all about the summer desserts people are making right now. You know the kind—chilled, fruity, a little messy in the best way, and totally worth turning on the oven (or not). I swear, every time I scroll, I see a new one that makes me want to run to the kitchen. If you’re looking for the good stuff everyone’s actually making, this list is it.

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 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

Strawberry Slab Pie With A Double Pie Crust

A slice of strawberry pie on a plate with whipped cream.
Strawberry Slab Pie With A Double Pie Crust. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

Buttery crust, fresh strawberries, orange zest, and a sugar topping come together in this easy slab pie perfect for sharing.
Get the Recipe: Strawberry Slab Pie With A Double Pie Crust

Bisquick Strawberry Shortcake

Bisquick Strawberry Shortcake. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

With fluffy shortcakes, juicy strawberries, and fresh whipped cream, this nostalgic dessert is summer in a bowl. One of those timeless fruity treats everyone loves.
Get the Recipe: Bisquick Strawberry Shortcake

No-Coffee Strawberry Tiramisu With Fresh Berries

A square dish with strawberry tiramisu.
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

Lemon And Raspberry Cupcakes With Raspberry 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

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

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

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

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

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

No-Bake Frozen Strawberry Pie With Cream Cheese

frozen strawberry pie topped with marinated strawberries and whipped cream on a white cake stand with a slice being lifted out.
No-Bake Frozen Strawberry Pie With Cream Cheese. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

This Frozen Strawberry Pie with graham cracker crust, fresh strawberries, and lemon zest is a simple, refreshing dessert perfect for any occasion.
Get the Recipe: No-Bake Frozen Strawberry Pie With Cream Cheese

Frozen Strawberry Trifle Dessert

Frozen strawberry trifle in glasses.
Frozen Strawberry Trifle Dessert. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

This Frozen Strawberry Trifle is more like a strawberry shortcake crossed with an ice cream cake, but even creamier and richer
Get the Recipe: Frozen Strawberry Trifle Dessert

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Creamy Strawberry Mousse With White Chocolate

Four servings of white chocolate strawberry mousse.
Creamy Strawberry Mousse With White Chocolate. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

This Strawberry Mousse recipe has the creamiest texture and tons of fresh strawberry flavor. It’s like scooping up little pink clouds!
Get the Recipe: Creamy Strawberry Mousse With White Chocolate

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

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

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)

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

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

Fruit Pizza Cookies

Fruit Pizza Cookies. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

Sugar cookies baked soft, frosted with cream cheese frosting and topped with colorful fresh fruit, you will love these Fruit Pizza Cookies!
Get the Recipe: Fruit Pizza Cookies

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

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

Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake

Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

This New York-style Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake is rich, creamy, and perfectly smooth without the hassle of a water bath. Swirled with luscious blueberry puree.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake

Berry Puff Pastry Tart

Berry Puff Pastry Tart. Photo credit: Semihomemade Kitchen.

Easy berry puff pastry tart with cream cheese filling. A festive red, white, and blue dessert perfect for summer gatherings.
Get the Recipe: Berry Puff Pastry Tart

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