These lemon dessert recipes are bursting with tangy and sweet flavors. If you have an excess of lemons, I highly recommend any one of these delectable treats to fully enjoy the zesty lemon taste. And the best part is, these recipes can bring a rush of flavor any time of the year.
I absolutely love the flavor of lemon in baking and cooking. It’s such a bright & fresh, fruity flavor with just the right amount of lip-puckering tartness.
Lemons are great for baking and cooking because they can be found year round and the lemon is such a well loved fruit that it can be found all over the world! The whole lemon, including the peel and the rind are used in a wide variety of foods and drinks.
We have a lemon tree and with such a plethora of lemons I was having so much fun making various lemon recipes. I have even perfected my lemonade recipe and having fresh squeezed lemonade is delightful! I hope you enjoy these lemon recipes as much as we have!
If you’re looking for a cake that is fluffy and light and tastes like sunshine, look no further. Indulge in this zesty delight of a cake made with real ingredients and topped with velvety lemon buttercream. It’s a lemon lovers dream!
I don’t like to play favorites but this Glazed Lemon Cookie is so high on my list that I refer to it as my “signature cookie” and make it when I really want to wow someone. It’s everything you would ever want in a cookie. The cookie has buttery lemon flavor that just melts in your mouth and the sweet but tart lemon glaze adds the perfect touch to this perfect cookie.
If you need a good lemon bar recipe, look no further. This will be your go-to recipe to bring to any party or gathering. It has the perfect ratio of buttery shortbread crust and silky lemon curd filling that is sure to win over any non-lemon lover’s heart.
Nothing comes close to this lemon bread with bursting fresh blueberries in every bite. I crave it! And lets not forget the lemon glaze that adds the perfect touch of sweetness and tart.
Have you ever had a sour cream lemon pie? If not, try it today! It’s so easy and truly no baking involved! A golden Oreo crust is topped with a silky lemon custard filling and garnished with whipped cream. A sweet and tangy treat that everyone will love.
At first glance this may seem like an ordinary bundt cake but after one bite you will realize it is so much more. After removing the cake from the pan, it gets brushed with a lemon syrup that soaks into the cake then it’s topped with a lemon icing made with fresh lemon juice and powdered sugar. Cut a slice and serve with some fresh berries for the ultimate treat!
Impress your friends and family with these lemon curd macarons. Follow my step-by-step instructions for beautifully delicious macarons. My favorite part though is the surprise lemon curd tucked inside.
At first glance the sight of a peppermint stick in a lemon seems like a weird combo, but this beloved treat will surprise you! It’s a regional treat that has spread in popularity with its fun and quirky flavors and presentation. You might even see these at some state fairs outside of Maryland.
A fun way to cool down in the blistering heat is with this Lemon Ice Cream that uses real lemon juice and lemon zest. It’s refreshing creamy, sweet, and tangy. It also is so good paired with a fun and fruity ice cream. The perfect summer flavor to make and serve on a hot day!
If there is anything on the menu with lemon curd, I have to have it. I can’t resist a good lemon curd so you know this recipe is the best of the best. Lemon curd is the ultimate flavor that elevates anything it touches. It adds the perfect flavor to any cupcake, cake, cookie, biscuit, scone, and so much more!
Some flavors just go so well together and lemon with poppy seed is one of them. Impress your family and friends with these easy bakery-style Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins covered with a light lemon glaze. I love eating these just slightly warm which makes the lemon flavors shine and the muffin just melts in your mouth.
These lemon cupcakes are about the happiest little treat to adorn any table. Made with fresh lemon buttercream and a made from scratch lemon cake makes these full of lemony goodness flavor. To make these even more fantastic, scoop out a little section of each cupcake and fill with some homemade lemon curd before frosting. It doesn’t get any better!
Switch things up by using lemon buttercream frosting instead of regular frosting. The sweet lemon flavor will add a twist to your cupcakes, cakes, cookies, breads, and more! It’s delicious and so easy to make.
One of the best and easiest ways to use up those lemons is homemade lemonade. Customize it with different flavors like strawberry, raspberry, or mango. Make it as sweet or sour as you want. Even better is to make extra batches to freeze and use at a later time. You will be able to enjoy fresh lemonade all year round.
A great summer recipe using up all that zucchini sitting in the fridge or in your garden. The zucchini makes this lemon poppy seed bread so soft and tender. Top the bread with the most dreamy lemon glaze and this bread is perfect for breakfast or even a mid day snack.
Lemon Jell-o and sweet pineapple make up the main layer of this vintage treat with a pineapple flavored whipped cream topping adding the perfect touch. Sprinkle some walnuts on top for a good crunch or just leave them off if you prefer. This will be a great side dish or even a dessert for any summer meal.
Is there a more classic lemon dessert than Lemon Meringue pie? Using only fresh lemons makes this pie far superior than any other. I have made so many lemon meringue pies in my search for the perfect one and this recipe is the winning combination of meringue to filling to the buttery flaky crust. Your search for the prefect lemon meringue recipe will be over with this one!
