Pucker-up with our 20 best lemon recipes

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Get ready for a lemony explosion! We’ve got 20 recipes bursting with bright, zesty flavors to wake up your taste buds. Need a quick appetizer fix? We have it. Craving a sunshine-in-a-glass drink? We have that too. And for those who love a sweet treat, our lemony desserts will hit the spot. Dive in and pucker up for a refreshing twist on your favorite dishes!

Baked ricotta cheese in a blue casserole dish with sliced bread.
Baked Ricotta Cheese with Lemon and Herbs. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Blueberry Lemon Scones

Blueberry scones on a white platter.
Blueberry Lemon Scones. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Make these Blueberry Scones with Lemon Glaze, a delightful combination of juicy blueberries and tangy lemons. In just an hour, you can whip up these tender and crumbly scones, ideal for either breakfast or a sweet treat. They offer a refreshing taste to elevate your day.
Get the Recipe: Blueberry Lemon Scones

Lemon Bundt Cake

Lemon bundt cake on a white plate with strawberries.
Lemon Bundt Cake. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Indulge your lemon cravings with this easily made Lemon Bundt Cake. Baked to golden perfection with juicy lemon pieces and a creamy lemon glaze, every bite of this cake promises a lemony delight that will surely make you pucker up.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Bundt Cake

Chewy Lemon Iced Cookies

A white plate with iced lemon cookies.
Chewy Lemon Iced Cookies. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Get ready to pucker up with these Chewy Iced Lemon Cookies! They pack a punch of fresh lemon flavor in a soft, buttery sugar cookie. Perfect for all you lemon lovers out there, this recipe promises a zesty and delightful treat to add some sunshine to your day.
Get the Recipe: Chewy Lemon Iced Cookies

Lemon Cake Pie

A slice of lemon pie with raspberries on top.
Lemon Cake Pie. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Get ready to taste the best of both worlds with this unique Lemon Cake Pie. It’s a mix of flaky pie crust, tart lemon custard, and a sponge cake layer, creating a luscious slice of lemony goodness. This dessert is sure to brighten your day with its tart and tangy flavors.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Cake Pie

Baked Ricotta Cheese with Lemon

Baked ricotta cheese in a blue casserole dish with sliced bread.
Baked Ricotta Cheese with Lemon. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Make this Baked Ricotta Cheese with Lemon and Herbs. It’s perfect as a starter alongside bread, crackers, fruit, or olives. This hot lemony dip recipe is full of lemon and herbs for a zesty treat that will elevate your day.
Get the Recipe: Baked Ricotta Cheese with Lemon

Lemon Shortbreads

Lemon cookies on a wire rack.
Lemon Shortbreads. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

This Easy Lemon Shortbread Cookie recipe is definitely for the lemon lover and cookie lover. Zested lemons flavor these buttery slice-and-bake cookies, and a pretty yellow sanding sugar adds a delightful crunch.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Shortbreads

How To Make Lemon Sugar

Three jars of lemon sugar sitting on a marble table.
How To Make Lemon Sugar. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Discover how easy it is to enhance your treats with a burst of lemon by making this two-ingredient Lemon Sugar. This sugar is perfect for adding a tart and tangy twist to cakes, cookies, and beverages, oucker up and make this recipe to brighten your day.
Get the Recipe: How To Make Lemon Sugar

Lemon Ricotta Muffins

Lemon muffins on a wood cutting board.
Lemon Ricotta Muffins. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

How about kicking your breakfast up a notch with these Ricotta Lemon Muffins? They’re a tasty combo of ricotta cheese and fruity olive oil, taking your usual lemon muffin to a new level with pucker-up flavors. This homemade recipe promises a delicious and vibrant beginning to your day.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Ricotta Muffins

Mountain Dew Bundt Cake

An overhead view of an iced Mountain Dew bundt cake on a yellow plate.
Mountain Dew Bundt Cake. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Enjoy a simple yet delectable dessert with the Mountain Dew Bundt Cake. This cake offers a refreshing lemon taste and a smooth creamy frosting. If you adore lemon flavors, this is an excellent option for satisfying your sweet tooth and adding a burst of flavor to your day.
Get the Recipe: Mountain Dew Bundt Cake

Lemon Lime Cream Pie

Lemon lime cream pie in a white pie plate with blackberries on top.
Lemon Lime Cream Pie. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Indulge in the delightful Lemon Lime Cream Pie topped with succulent blackberries. Packed with a burst of juicy sweetness in each mouthful, this pie presents a delicious medley of flavors to uplift your spirits with its simple preparation.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Lime Cream Pie

Lemon Posset

Lemon posset in red ramekins on a yellow and white towel.
Lemon Posset. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Enjoy this simple Lemon Ginger Posset with Raspberries, made with only lemon juice, sugar, cream, and flavorings. This zesty and luxurious dessert guarantees a pucker-up moment that will uplift your day with little fuss
Get the Recipe: Lemon Posset

3-Ingredient Lemonade

Sugar-Free Lemonade in glass cup with ice.
3-Ingredient Lemonade. Photo credit: Primal Edge Health.

Quench your thirst on a hot summer day with this guilt-free 3-ingredient Lemonade. With no added sugar, it’s a refreshing option for those looking to cut down on calories. This drink is great for the whole family, promising to be crisp and tangy.
Get the Recipe: 3-Ingredient Lemonade

Lemon Puff Cookies

Lemon cookies on a plate with a yellow checkered tablecloth.
Lemon Puff Cookies. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with a delightful twist on the classic cookie – Lemon Puff Cookies! These heavenly treats offer a perfect blend of a light, flaky cookie and the invigorating tang of fresh lemons.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Puff Cookies

Lemon Ricotta Pasta

Lemon ricotta pasta with cherry tomatoes and basil on a white plate.
Lemon Ricotta Pasta. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Enjoy the perfect mix of zing and creaminess in this Tasty Lemon Ricotta Pasta that makes a light and quick meal. Creamy ricotta adds richness, while basil and tomatoes keep it fresh, making this dish extra tasty and creamy.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Ricotta Pasta

Lemon Drop Martini

Lemon Drop Martini in glass.
Lemon Drop Martini. Photo credit: Primal Edge Health.

Sip on a refreshing and tangy Lemon Drop Martini for a pucker up type of drink. This cocktail, the perfect combination of tart and sweet, is the ultimate thirst quencher on a hot day, promising to brighten your day with its zesty and invigorating flavors.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Drop Martini

Lemon Ricotta Pancakes

Pancakes on a parchment paper on cutting board.
Lemon Ricotta Pancakes. Photo credit: At the Immigrant’s Table.

Start your morning with lemon ricotta pancakes, a citrusy breakfast option. These fluffy and tasty pancakes blend the smoothness of ricotta cheese with the zesty flavor of lemon, ensuring a wonderful start to your day.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Ricotta Pancakes

Lemon Blueberry Cheesecakes

Mini lemon blueberry cheesecakes with granola crust.
Lemon Blueberry Mini Cheesecakes. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

This granola crust mini cheesecake recipe is infused with lemon and thyme and topped with a quick blueberry thyme compote. These single-serve lemony desserts are easy to make and perfect for a spring day.
Get the Recipe: Mini Lemon Blueberry Cheesecakes

Frozen Lemon Daiquiris

Lemon Daiquiris in coupe glasses garnished with mint leaves and surrounded by lemons and a green kitchen towel.
Frozen Lemon Daiquiris. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Like the iconic New Orleans cocktail, these Frozen Lemon Daiquiris are a delightful frozen version of lemonade guaranteed to make you pucker up. Enjoy them with a spoon for a sweet dessert or sip through a straw for a post-dinner indulgence.
Get the Recipe: Frozen Lemon Daiquiris

Mini Lemon Bundt Cakes

Mini lemon bundt cakes on a cool rack drizzled with icing and topped with raspberries and blueberries.
Mini Lemon Bundt Cakes. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Delight in the miniature charm of these Lemon Mini Bundt Cakes, filled with zesty citrus flavors. Their soft texture and tangy glaze make them a perfect finale for any meal. Their cute size makes them ideal for single portions or a sweet addition to any party spread.
Get the Recipe: Mini Lemon Bundt Cakes

Lemon Squares

Image shows a close up of Lemon Squares on a white plate.
Lemon Squares. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

How about trying some Lemon Squares to add a zesty and refreshing touch to your day? This recipe is the perfect mix of sweet and citrusy flavors with a crispy crust and a burst of lemon in each square.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Squares

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