23 Irresistible fruity desserts to beat the summer heat

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As the sun shines brighter and temperatures soar, what better way to embrace the flavors of summer than with delightful fruity desserts? From zesty lemon bars to juicy berry sorbets, this article explores a medley of mouthwatering treats that will bring a burst of freshness to your summertime indulgence.

Two servings of blackberry lime sorbet in stemmed martini glasses, garnished with frozen berries.
Blackberry Lime Sorbet. Photo credit: Renee Nicole’s Kitchen

Apple Cinnamon Rolls

A pan of freshly baked and frosted apple cinnamon rolls on a dark blue background.
Apple Cinnamon Rolls. Photo credit: Renee Nicole’s Kitchen.

Made for fall weekends, holiday mornings, and special occasions, these apple cinnamon rolls with fresh apples and cream cheese frosting are an upgrade on classic homemade cinnamon rolls.
Get the Recipe: Apple Cinnamon Rolls

Easy Lemon Bars with Shortbread Crust

A stack of three lemon bars on a plate with more lemon bars in the background.
Easy Lemon Bars. Photo credit: Renee Nicole’s Kitchen

Easy lemon bars with a buttery shortbread crust and a luscious lemon filling. Perfectly tangy and sweet, they are the best lemon bars I’ve ever tasted.
Get the Recipe: Easy Lemon Bars with Shortbread Crust

Homemade Strawberry Shortcake

Two servings of strawberry shortcake on a blue background.
Homemade Strawberry Shortcake. Photo credit: Renee Nicole’s Kitchen

This homemade strawberry shortcake will make you ditch the store bought version for good. With brown sugar cardamom biscuits, lime macerated strawberries, and vanilla whipped cream it’s an elegant twist of your old summer favorite.
Get the Recipe: Homemade Strawberry Shortcake

Blackberry Lime Sorbet

Horizontal image of blackberry lime sorbet in a metal loaf pan on a marble background.
Blackberry lime sorbet. Photo Credit: Renee Nicole’s Kitchen.

Blackberry lime sorbet is smooth and creamy, tangy and sweet. A homemade fruit sorbet with both churn and no-churn instructions, it’s a five ingredient treat you’ll want on hand all summer long.
Get the Recipe: Blackberry Lime Sorbet

Mini Blueberry Pies

Mini blueberry pies with fork.
Mini Blueberry Pies. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious

Got blueberries? make these mini blueberry pies for two! Crisp, flaky pie crust, juicy berries, and just enough to satisfy two people.
Get the Recipe: Mini Blueberry Pies

Strawberry Chocolate Cheesecake Bites

Chocolate covered strawberry cheesecake bites on little plates with pink sprinkles.
Strawberry Chocolate Cheesecake Bites. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

This is the perfect no-bake dessert! Creamy strawberry cheesecake encased in rich dark chocolate.
Get the Recipe: Strawberry Chocolate Cheesecake Bites

Apple Galette

Overhead shot of an apple galette on parchment with fresh apples on the side.
Apple Galette. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Apple Galette is more than a lazy person’s apple pie. It’s bursting with apple flavor, pleasantly sweet without being cloying, and framed in a flaky, buttery, golden brown pastry crust. But what sets the Apple Galette apart is how ridiculously easy it is to make.
Get the Recipe: Apple Galette

Summer Fruit Panzanella

Summer fruit panzanella salad in a glass bowl with smaller bowls on the side.
Summer Fruit Panzanella Salad. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

This summer fruit panzanella is full of sweet, ripe cherries, blueberries, grilled nectarines, toasted blueberry muffins and a sweet citrus dressing. Enjoy with vanilla ice cream or eat as is for a light, summer-filled treat.
Get the Recipe: Summer Fruit Panzanella

Strawberry Yogurt Parfaits

Strawberry yogurt parfait in a stemless wine glass with another one in the background.
Strawberry yogurt parfait. Credit: Thriving In Parenting.

This easy recipe of strawberry yogurt parfaits is made with wholesome ingredients and no added sugar. Combine the sweetness of strawberries and the creaminess of yogurt to get a totally guilt-free treat.
Get the Recipe: Strawberry Yogurt Parfaits

Light Raspberry Lemon Cheesecake

Raspberry Lemon Cheesecake.
Raspberry Lemon Cheesecake. Photo credit: Recipes From Leftovers.

Got Greek yogurt sitting idle in your fridge? Let’s transform it into a mouthwatering delight! Buckle up for a culinary adventure as we turn your extra Greek yogurt into a luscious Lemon Raspberry Cheesecake everyone will crave.
Get the Recipe: Light Raspberry Lemon Cheesecake

Chocolate-Covered Strawberries

Chocolate Covered Strawberries.
Chocolate Covered Strawberries. Photo Credit: Feast and West.

Chocolate-covered strawberries are a quintessential party dessert that always impresses. Dip them in melted white, milk or dark chocolate (or all three!) and decorate them with your favorite toppings, such as peanuts, sprinkles or drizzles of contrasting chocolate.
Get the Recipe: Chocolate-Covered Strawberries

Strawberry Lemon Cookies

A pile of cookies on a white table and one cookie has a bite out of it.
Strawberry Lemon Cookies. Photo credit: Call Me PMc.

Imagine a cookie filled with fresh strawberries, zesty lemon, and sugar, they’re a delectable burst of flavor.
Get the Recipe: Strawberry Lemon Cookies

Almond Flour Lemon Cookies

A wire rack with lemon cookies on it.
Almond Flour Lemon Cookies. Photo credit: The Honour System.

Looking for a zesty twist on your gluten-free cookie game? Look no further than this Almond Flour Lemon Cookies recipe! These soft and chewy treats are bursting with tangy lemon flavor, making them a sweet way to brighten up your day.
Get the Recipe: Almond Flour Lemon Cookies

Apple Coffee Cake

Slice of apple coffee cake on white plate.
Apple coffee cake. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Apple Coffee Cake is great with coffee or as a dessert on its own. It is made with tart apples, cinnamon, and sugar and sure to please!
Get the Recipe: Apple Coffee Cake

Strawberry Cream Pie

Strawberry cream pie in clear pie dish with bowl of strawberries in background.
Strawberry cream pie. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Strawberry Cream Pie is a refreshing dessert perfect for summer. With a crunchy Corn Flake crust and a smooth filling, it will hit the spot!
Get the Recipe: Strawberry Cream Pie

Peach Upside Down Cake

Peach upside down cake on a plate with a fork next to it.
Peach Upside Down Cake. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Hellooo sunshine in a cake! This Peach Upside Down Cake is like summer on a plate with its caramelized peaches and tender cake. It’s just the right amount of sweet and tangy to keep you coming back for more.
Get the Recipe: Peach Upside Down Cake

Blueberry Peach Crisp

Blueberry peach crisp on a white plate.
Peach Blueberry Crisp. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Get the best of both worlds with this Blueberry Peach Crisp! Juicy peaches and plump blueberries unite under a crumbly, buttery topping. The perfect treat to enjoy under the stars on a warm summer night.
Get the Recipe: Blueberry Peach Crisp

Strawberry Sugar Free Cake

Strawberry Sugar Free Cake pieces on a white plates.
Strawberry Sugar Free Cake. Photo credit: Low Carb – No Carb.

Enjoy delicious Strawberry Sugar Free Cake Recipe as a perfect Easter cake for the whole family, be it Valentine’s or Mother’s day. This fluffy sugar free sponge cake combines layer cake with jam, meringue frosting, and homemade strawberry powder, fully low-carb, gluten-free, and diabetic friendly.
Get the Recipe: Strawberry Sugar Free Cake

Rhubarb Dump Cake

Rhubarb cake with fresh mint leaves.
Rhubarb Dump Cake. Photo credit: Best Clean Eating.

Super quick and refreshing Rhubarb Dump Cake Recipe is an easy dessert with delicious flavors. Forget yellow cake mix, jello, or frozen rhubarb. Our recipe uses fresh ingredients and almond flour only.
Get the Recipe: Rhubarb Dump Cake

Fruit Salad with Walnuts and Warm Spices

Closeup shot of fruit salad with walnuts.
Fruit Salad with Walnuts and Warm Spices. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This easy and delicious fruit salad features apples, pears, grapes, oranges, and pecans tossed in a light honey and spice dressing.
Get the Recipe: Fruit Salad with Walnuts and Warm Spices

Air Fryer Baked Apples

Air Fryer Baked Apples on a pink plate with whipped cream.
Air Fryer Baked Apples. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

These air fryer baked apples are a delicious, easy dessert with a cinnamon, oat, and maple syrup filling. They come together quickly and are a wonderful alternative to traditional baked apples.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Baked Apples

Frozen Strawberry Raspberry Cheesecake Mousse

Strawberry raspberry mousse.
Strawberry Raspberry Mousse. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Do you want a cool and creamy dessert but maybe something more decadent than ice cream? Take advantage of berry season and make this Frozen Strawberry & Raspberry Cheesecake Mousse.
Get the Recipe: Frozen Strawberry Raspberry Cheesecake Mousse

Ninja Creami Chocolate Banana Protein Ice Cream

Ninja Creami Chocolate protein ice cream topped with sliced bananas
Chocolate Banana Protein Ice Cream. Photo Credit: Lara Clevenger.

This Chocolate Banana Protein Ice Cream is super easy to make and always comes out deliciously creamy! It is a low-calorie, high-protein ice cream with less than 400 calories for the entire pint!
Get the Recipe: Ninja Creami Chocolate Banana Protein Ice Cream

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