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    Cambrea Bakes » Recipes » Summer Recipes

    Top 10 Summer Dessert Recipes

    Published: June 2, 2023 Modified: Jun 2, 2023 by Cambrea Gordon. This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Summer is here and stores are packed with fresh berries like strawberries and blueberries, juicy peaches, mango, and more. This collection of summer dessert recipes includes ideas for using up your fruit hauls and other unique creations on classic summer desserts like s'mores, rocky road ice cream, and more!

    a collage of four images of summer dessert recipes.

    We have rounded up the 10 best and most popular summer dessert recipes including my favorite twists on classic desserts like strawberry shortcake cookies, rocky road brownies, creamy mango mousse cake, s'mores bars, and more!

    Whether you need a delicious treat for a special occasion, birthday party, or summer barbeque, these sweet treats are made for sharing.

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    • summer cookies & cinnamon rolls
    • fruity summer recipes
    • recipes inspired by classic summer desserts
    • how to make ahead
    • how to store summer desserts
    • more summer dessert ideas!
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    summer cookies & cinnamon rolls

    strawberry shortcake cookies on parchment paper.

    Strawberry Shortcake Cookies

    Picture a strawberry shortcake in cookie form!

    With fresh juicy strawberries and buttery shortbread crumbs, these strawberry cookies are perfect for strawberry season.

    lemon bar cookies on parchment paper.

    Lemon Bar Cookies

    Inspired by a classic lemon bar, these soft cream cheese cookies are filled with sweet and tart lemon curd, and dusted with powdered sugar.

    The perfect summery citrus cookie!

    strawberry cinnamon rolls sitting in a baking pan.

    Strawberry Cinnamon Rolls

    Your morning sweet tooth will devour these cinnamon rolls!

    Take your strawberries from the farm and make them into a jam, then stuff it inside my super soft and fluffy cinnamon roll dough and top it with tangy strawberry cream cheese icing!

    fruity summer recipes

    mango mousse cake topped with fresh mango on a white cake stand.

    Mango Mousse Cake

    This creamy mousse cake is perfect for a hot summer day! With a moist vanilla cake base and mango mousse filling, it's an easy and creamy dessert that easily serves a crowd.

    blueberry crumb cake cut into squares.

    Blueberry Crumble Cake

    This crumble cake is perfect for sharing at parties. A light and fluffy cake topped with blueberry jam and a buttery crumb topping.

    It's the perfect way to put your fresh blueberry haul to use!

    strawberry crumb cake slices on a piece of parchment.

    Strawberry Crumb Cake

    This simple recipe is a variation of my blueberry crumble cake but with fresh strawberries instead!

    My number one recommend summer dessert is this cake! Serve it with a scoop of your favorite ice cream on top for the ultimate treat!

    a slice of lemon bar cake on a white plate with fresh lemon slices.

    Lemon Bar Cake

    Lemon is the best citrus flavor of summer. Inspired by a classic lemon bar this cake features fresh lemon zest cake, lemon curd, and tangy cream cheese icing.

    It's a gorgeous cake that will be the star of your summer party!

    recipes inspired by classic summer desserts

    smores brownies layered with graham cracker crust and marshmallow topping.

    S'mores Brownies

    The best dessert mashup! Layered with a graham cracker crust, fudgy brownie batter, and homemade vanilla bean marshmallow on top; it's the perfect summer dessert.

    chocolate smores cookie on brown parchment paper.

    Double Chocolate S'mores Cookies

    A summertime classic, these s'mores cookies are stuffed with graham crackers, marshmallows, and lots of dark chocolate. No campfire is needed!

    a brownie resting on another brownie to show the fudgy texture.

    Rocky Road Brownies

    Inspired by the classic chocolate ice cream, these brownies feature gooey marshmallows, crunchy almonds, and a fudgy brownie base.

    Serve them with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate summer treat!

    how to make ahead

    You can make these summer desserts ahead of time with no problem! You can make cookies, brownies, and cakes ahead of time with ease.

    Check the full recipe cards for instructions on how to make them ahead of time.

    how to store summer desserts

    Store cakes in the fridge for up to 5 days or at room temperature for up to 3 days.

    Store cookies at room temperature for 3-5 days in an airtight container.

    ​You can also freeze cookie dough, baked brownies, and cakes for up to one month. Check the full recipe cards for each post for accurate storage instructions.

    more summer dessert ideas!

    • blueberry blondie with a bite taken out of it.
      Blueberry Crumble Blondies
    • strawberry crunch cupcakes with vanilla frosting and crunch topping.
      Strawberry Crunch Cupcakes
    • mango crepe cake topped with whipped cream on a cake stand.
      Coconut Mango Crepe Cake
    • blueberry cinnamon rolls with blueberry glaze on top.
      Blueberry Cinnamon Rolls

    If you tried this or any other recipe on my website, please let me know how it went in the comments below, I love hearing from you! Also, please leave a star rating while you're there! You can also tag me on Instagram or Facebook so I can check it out!

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    Top 10 Summer Dessert Recipes

    Summer is here and stores are packed with fresh berries like strawberries and blueberries, juicy peaches, mango, and more. This collection of summer dessert recipes includes ideas for using up your summer fruit hauls and unique sweet creations on classic summer desserts like s'mores, rocky road ice cream, and more!
    Servings 8 servings
    Prep 2 hours hrs
    Cook 30 minutes mins
    Total 2 hours hrs 30 minutes mins
    Course : Dessert
    Cuisine : American
    Author : Cambrea Gordon
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    Instructions

    • You can make these summer desserts ahead of time with no problem! Cookies, brownies, and cakes can all be made and stored ahead of time with ease.
    • Cakes can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days or at room temperature for up to 3 days.
      Cookies can be stored at room temperature for 3-5 days in an airtight container.
      You can also freeze the cookie dough and baked brownies for up to one month. Cakes can be stored in the freezer for up to one month as well.
      Check the full recipe cards for each post for accurate storage instructions.

    More Summer Recipes

    • a stack of mango cookies with the top one missing a bite.
      Coconut Mango Cookies
    • peach cobbler cookies with peach jam and glaze on top.
      Peach Cobbler Cookies
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    1. Audrey says

      June 07, 2023 at 5:10 pm

      5 stars
      So many delicious ideas! I can't wait to try them all!

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