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Easy Summer Desserts

10 Cool and Refreshing Summer Dessert Recipes

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These easy summer desserts are cool, refreshing and take advantage of summer's best seasonal fruits. Even better: These easy recipes don't require you to spend hours in the kitchen. From simple homemade ice creams to fruit crisps and cobblers, there's an easy summer dessert recipe here for everyone.

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1. Strawberry Ice Cream

Strawberry Ice Cream recipeStephanie Gallagher

This strawberry ice cream recipe is easier than most, because there are no eggs in it. So you don't have to make a custard before freezing the ice cream. Just pour everything into your ice cream maker, and enjoy!

Be sure to check out my: Cuisinart Ice Cream Maker Review

2. Peach Crisp Recipe

Peach CrispStephanie Gallagher

Nothing says summer like a fruit dessert, and this peach crisp recipe couldn't be easier. It starts with fresh, juicy peaches. Top with a sweet streusel topping, and bake. That's it! This dessert is so simple to make, the kids can do it all by themselves.

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3. Ice Cream Pie

Ice Cream Pie RecipeStephanie Gallagher

This ice cream pie looks like a gourmet treat, but it is unbelievably easy to prepare. Just make sure you leave enough time for the pie to freeze before serving. I like to serve this ice cream pie with warm hot fudge (heat it in the microwave at the last minute).

 

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4. Lemon Bars

Lemon BarsStephanie Gallagher

Everyone loves the sweet-tart flavor of these lemon bars. And this dessert isn't too heavy, which makes it perfect for summertime. I like to make these lemon bars for family picnics and parties.

 

5. S'mores

SmoresStephanie Gallagher

Could there be a better outdoor dessert than s'mores? You don't have to go camping to enjoy s'mores. In fact, you don't even need a campfire. You can toast the marshmallows on a grill or even the stove. Just make sure adults are nearby to help the kids with this s'mores recipe.

 

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6. Chocolate Strawberry Shortcake

Chocolate Strawberry Shortcake recipeStephanie Gallagher
Chocolate and strawberries are a marriage made in heaven, and this chocolate strawberry shortcake recipe is a dessert made in heaven. Use the freshest strawberries you can find for this summer dessert recipe.

7. Peach Dump Cake

Peach Dump Cake RecipeStephanie Gallagher
A cake mix and canned peaches make this peach dump cake so simple to prepare. It's perfect for summer parties and potlucks.

8. Best Chocolate Chip Cookies

Best Chocolate Chip Cookies recipeStephanie Gallagher
Need an easy-to-grab dessert for picnics, barbecues, potlucks and other summer events? These chocolate chip cookies are perfect. Big, fat and chewy, these chocolate chip cookies are guaranteed to please.

9. Ice Cream Sandwich Cake

Ice Cream Sandwich Cake RecipeStephanie Gallagher

This ice cream sandwich cake is a cinch to prepare, and it makes a perfect dessert for picnics, barbecues and other summer parties. You can even vary it by changing the flavors of the ice cream sandwiches - mint chocolate chip ice cream sandwiches was a favorite for my kids. Just be sure to leave enough time for the cake to freeze before serving.

 

10. Blueberry Cream Cheese Tart Recipe

Blueberry Cream Cheese TartStephanie Gallagher

The combination of blueberries and cream cheese is a winning one. And while this tart looks fancy, it is actually quite simple to make. The secret? The recipe calls for a refrigerated pie crust. Just mix the sweetened cream cheese filling, spread in the pie crust, top with fresh blueberries, and you're good to go!

See also: Blueberry Recipes

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