I’ve been living for those last warm, lazy days when every meal feels like a mini celebration. From juicy grills to sweet, sun-soaked treats, some flavors just scream summer. You’re not done with summer until you’ve tried these dishes, they’re the kind that make you linger at the table a little longer and wish the season would stick around. Trust me, a few bites and you’ll be planning your next sunny gathering.
Creamy Cherry Garcia–Style Ice Cream With Dark Chocolate
Cherry Chocolate Ice Cream with fresh cherries and chunks of dark chocolate. Easy to make, insanely delicious, and better than store-bought.
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Baked Mixed Berry Fruit Crisp With Pecan Streusel
This mixed berry crumble is the perfect balance of sweet and tart, featuring juicy berries, rhubarb, and a crunchy brown sugar pecan streusel topping.
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Lemon Blueberry Bundt Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting
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!
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Berry Crumble Bars With Fresh Fruit
Fruit Crumble Bars are made with a buttery crust, creamy filling, and fresh raspberries and blackberries. Perfect for spring and summer.
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No-Coffee Strawberry Tiramisu With Fresh Berries
Fresh strawberries, orange zest, mascarpone, jam, and ladyfingers come together in Strawberry Tiramisu. No coffee required.
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Banana Pudding with Meringue
This Southern classic layers vanilla pudding, fresh bananas, and fluffy meringue in every nostalgic bite. Chill it before serving for a timeless cold dessert experience.
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Creamy Strawberry Cheesecake Bars
Creamy cheesecake bars with a baked on strawberry topping are just the thing for your next party or gathering.
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Lemon Glazed Blueberry Scones With Creme Fraiche
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.
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Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake
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.
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Berry Puff Pastry Tart
Easy berry puff pastry tart with cream cheese filling. A festive red, white, and blue dessert perfect for summer gatherings.
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Chocolate Raspberry Brownie Bars
Raspberry Oatmeal Bars use a chocolate brownie base, a fruity raspberry preserve filling, and a crumbly oat topping to create a decadent, fruity treat.
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Raspberry White Chocolate Bars
Raspberry White Chocolate Bars are a blondie with white chocolate mixed in and topped raspberries. Almond meal and browned butter make these magical.
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No-Bake Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie
This No-Bake Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie is an easy recipe that makes a gorgeous dessert with a rich filling and buttery crust.
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Banana Pudding with Chessman Cookies
Chessman cookies add a buttery crunch to this cool and creamy banana pudding, making it both decadent and easy. It’s an irresistible no-bake dessert that’s perfect for feeding a crowd.
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No-Bake Turtle Pie With A Chocolate Caramel Sauce
Turtle Pie features a delicious Oreo crust, creamy peanut butter filling, and homemade caramel sauce with pecans, making it the ultimate indulgence.
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No Bake Black Forest Cherry Jello Pie Recipe
Make a fancy-looking dessert without the fuss with this no-bake pie recipe. It’s easy to make and devour!
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Peach Icebox Cake
This chilled, layered cake is bursting with sweet peaches and light cream, making it a summer staple. It’s as simple as layering and refrigerating—no oven required.
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Caramel Sea Salt Ice Cream
Easy no churn ice cream is salty-sweet, and has ribbons of caramel. You don’t need an ice cream maker to indulge in this ice cream treat.
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Marshmallow Squares With Pretzels, Popcorn, And Potato Chips
Salty chips, popcorn, and pretzels mixed with melted marshmallows and browned butter for a quick no-bake treat. No cereal required.
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Blackberry Custard Ice Cream
Cool down this summer with a creamy homemade blackberry ice cream recipe made with one of the season’s greatest berries.
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No Bake Key Lime Mousse Pie With White Chocolate
No bake key lime pie has an ultra creamy filling made from white chocolate, cream cheese, and fresh cream. A show stopper pie for any occasion.
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Frozen Strawberry Trifle Dessert
Layered with fluffy cake, sweet strawberries, and whipped topping, this Frozen Strawberry Trifle Dessert is as pretty as it is delicious. It’s no churn ice cream meets berry trifle in one frosty bite.
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Banana Pudding with Vanilla Wafers
This classic banana pudding layers creamy filling with vanilla wafers and fresh banana slices. It’s the ultimate no-bake, easy summer dessert everyone loves.
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Rich And Creamy Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Ice Cream
Creamy custard ice cream with brown sugar, egg yolks, and mini chocolate chip cookie dough chunks for a nostalgic, better-than-store-bought treat.
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Georgia Peach Ice Cream
Learn the kitchen tested secrets for making the famous Masters Georgia Peach Ice Cream Sandwich served at Augusta National’s tournament week.
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Five Minute Mini Raspberry Tarts
Thanks to premade tart shells, these mini raspberry tarts come together in just five minutes and taste like raspberry cheesecake.
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Strawberry Icebox Pie With A Crisp Pretzel Crust
Strawberry Icebox Pie made with real strawberries, lemon juice, gelatin, and a pretzel crust for a nostalgic spring or summer dessert.
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Homemade Banana Pudding Ice Cream
Creamy Banana Pudding Ice Cream made with bananas, vanilla wafers, and a rich custard base. A frozen twist on your favorite nostalgic dessert.
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Creamy Lemon Mousse With Lemon Curd
Whip up this creamy lemon mousse in just 30 minutes. Homemade lemon curd and fresh berries make a light, citrusy dessert.
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