27 unforgettable fruity desserts our readers rave about

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Trying to figure out what to make for dessert, but chocolate just isn’t cutting it this time? Take a look at the fruit in your fridge as a fantastic alternative. Fruit isn’t just a healthy snack it makes unforgettable and delicious desserts, too. Even better, fruity desserts are often easy to make, so you don’t have to have special skills or equipment to enjoy them.

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Dessert Nachos. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Blueberry Crumb Bars

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Blueberry Crumb Bars. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Sink your teeth into these delicious blueberry crumb bars. Layers of sweet, juicy blueberries topped with a crumbly, buttery crust make them a perfect treat for any occasion.
Get the Recipe: Blueberry Crumb Bars

German Plum Kuchen

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German Plum Kuchen. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

This tender cake features juicy plums nestled inside. Each bite is a delightful harmony of sweet and tart flavors, making this a true German classic.
Get the Recipe: German Plum Kuchen

Blueberry Peach Crisp

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Blueberry Peach Crisp. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

These fresh blueberries and peaches come together perfectly in this easy and delicious crisp. Enjoy it warm or cold, with or without ice cream.
Get the Recipe: Blueberry Peach Crisp

Grilled Fruit Kebabs with Brown Sugar Caramel

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Grilled Fruit Kebabs with Brown Sugar Caramel. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Take your fruit to the next level by grilling it! These kebabs are delicious on their own or with a drizzle of homemade brown sugar caramel sauce.
Get the Recipe: Grilled Fruit Kebabs with Brown Sugar Caramel

Individual Pineapple Upside-Down Cakes

Individual pineapple upside down cake on a small white plate.
Individual Pineapple Upside-Down Cakes. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

These cute little pineapple upside-down cakes are made in ramekins. Each one has a caramelized pineapple ring on the bottom and a fluffy cake on top – a fun and delicious dessert.
Get the Recipe: Individual Pineapple Upside-Down Cakes

Dessert Nachos

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Dessert Nachos. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Ditch the chips and salsa and make dessert nachos instead! This playful twist on nachos features crispy tortillas layered with chocolate sauce, fresh berries, and whipped cream – a fun and delicious way to end the night.
Get the Recipe: Dessert Nachos

Granola Apple Crisp

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Granola Apple Crisp. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

This apple crisp is the perfect comfort food. It’s packed with juicy apples and crunchy granola, all spiced with warm cinnamon.
Get the Recipe: Granola Apple Crisp

Cherry Crumb Bars

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Cherry Crumb Bars. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Fresh cherries are the star of the show in these crumb bars. They’re easy to make and perfect for any occasion.
Get the Recipe: Cherry Crumb Bars

Peach Coconut Milk Ice Cream

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Peach Coconut Milk Ice Cream. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Cool off with a taste of the tropics! This creamy peach coconut milk ice cream is bursting with summer flavors.
Get the Recipe: Peach Coconut Milk Ice Cream

Baked Peaches

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Baked Peaches. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Warm and comforting, these baked peaches are a delightful dessert. Ripe peaches are transformed into a tender and caramelized treat, with a surprise center of crushed cookies for an extra bit of crunch.
Get the Recipe: Baked Peaches

Lemon Curd

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Lemon Curd. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Pucker up for some delicious lemon curd! This tangy spread is perfect for topping scones, tarts, or just enjoying by itself.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Curd

S’mores Stuffed Strawberries

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S’mores Stuffed Strawberries. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Take your strawberries to the next level with this fun twist. Fresh berries are filled with Nutella and marshmallow fluff, then rolled in graham crackers for a delightful explosion of classic s’mores flavors.
Get the Recipe: S’mores Stuffed Strawberries

Lemon Squares

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Lemon Squares. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

These tangy lemon squares are the perfect pick-me-up. They’re bright and refreshing, with a perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Squares

Mango Custard

An overhead shot shows two ramekins with mango custard topped with chopped kiwi on a wooden cutting board.
Mango Custard. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Escape to the tropics with this creamy mango custard. It’s like sunshine in a bowl, perfect for a refreshing and flavorful treat.
Get the Recipe: Mango Custard

Apple Pie Parfait

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Apple Pie Parfait. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

This apple pie parfait is like a deconstructed apple pie in a glass. Layers of spiced apples, buttery crust pieces, and creamy yogurt create a delicious and refreshing dessert.
Get the Recipe: Apple Pie Parfait

Cinnamon Apples

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Cinnamon Apples. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Warm your kitchen with the cozy smell of cinnamon apples. These tender apples are cooked to perfection in the Instant Pot and perfect for topping oatmeal, yogurt, or ice cream.
Get the Recipe: Cinnamon Apples

Blueberry Syrup

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Blueberry Syrup. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

This easy blueberry syrup is a great way to add a burst of fruity flavor to pancakes, waffles, ice cream, or anything you can dream up!
Get the Recipe: Blueberry Syrup

Blueberry Pudding Cake

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Blueberry Pudding Cake. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

This moist blueberry pudding cake is bursting with flavor. Every bite has juicy blueberries, fluffy cake, and a gooey pudding layer – a truly decadent dessert.
Get the Recipe: Blueberry Pudding Cake

Frosted Banana Bars

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Frosted Banana Bars. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

These moist and fluffy banana bars are topped with creamy frosting, making them a perfect way to use up ripe bananas and a guaranteed family favorite.
Get the Recipe: Frosted Banana Bars

Strawberry Lemonade Icebox Cake

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Strawberry Lemonade Icebox Cake. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

This quick and easy icebox cake is bursting with fresh strawberry and lemon flavor. It’s so pretty and satisfying, you won’t believe how simple it is to make.
Get the Recipe: Strawberry Lemonade Icebox Cake

Cherry Surprise Cookies

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Cherry Surprise Cookies. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Get ready for a burst of flavor with these cherry surprise cookies. A hidden cherry center awaits inside a buttery cookie exterior, creating an irresistible explosion of flavors in every bite.
Get the Recipe: Cherry Surprise Cookies

Mango Curd

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Mango Curd. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Made with tropical mango, this curd is a delicious twist on classic lemon curd. It’s perfect for filling pastries or enjoying on its own.
Get the Recipe: Mango Curd

Fresh Strawberry Pie

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Fresh Strawberry Pie. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Bite into summer with this fresh strawberry pie. A flaky crust filled with juicy strawberries makes this a dessert everyone will love.
Get the Recipe: Fresh Strawberry Pie

Traditional Peach Kuchen

Overhead shot of a whole peach kuchen in a blue ceramic pie pan.
Traditional Peach Kuchen. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

This simple peach kuchen is a great way to use up fresh summer peaches. It’s a tender cake topped with juicy peach slices – a delicious and unique dessert.
Get the Recipe: Traditional Peach Kuchen

Strawberry Donuts

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Strawberry Donuts. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Skip the artificial flavors and make these delicious strawberry donuts with real freeze-dried strawberries. They’re a fun twist on a classic treat.
Get the Recipe: Strawberry Donuts

Banana Ice Cream Sandwiches

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Banana Ice Cream Sandwiches. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

These healthy banana ice cream sandwiches are a guilt-free way to cool off on a hot day. Frozen bananas are blended into a creamy “nice” cream and sandwiched between graham crackers.
Get the Recipe: Banana Ice Cream Sandwiches

Raspberry Meringues

Image shows Raspberry Meringues in a glass parfait dish with more surrounding it on a wooden board.
Raspberry Meringues. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Light and airy, these raspberry meringues are like tiny clouds bursting with fruity flavor. They’re so easy to make – just whip up the batter and let the oven do the work!
Get the Recipe: Raspberry Meringues

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