What kind of dessert can you make with lots of lemons?try these 23 Best Lemon Desserts Add a fresh twist to the sweet ending. From zesty bars to cakes and no-bake desserts to sunny, citrus-infused, creamy lemon pies, there’s something for everyone.
The Best Lemon Desserts for Spring (and Beyond)
Spring is almost here, so I love lemon desserts. Lemon squares, lemon cake, lemon pie – here you go! You name dessert, and I can’t get enough. Lemon treats are a great way to add a fresh twist to the end of a meal.
Desserts with lemon are irresistible.sweet and tangy je ne sais quoi sugar and citrus. It’s a refreshing change after rich winter desserts like pumpkin cobbler and bread pudding.
Below, we’ve rounded up all of the best, brightest, lemony desserts on the blog.
Why You’ll Love These Recipes
What makes this the ultimate list of lemon desserts?
- Perfect for spring. Warm temperatures are here. Ready to greet them with a fresh dessert full of sunny flavors. Who’s with me? (Hmm… these lemon recipes are great for Easter, too!)
- Simple. Mouth-watering desserts don’t have to be complicated. The purpose of these tangy treats is to keep things simple and delicious using simple ingredients.
- Full of lemon flavor. Most of these recipes call for real, fresh lemons for the best possible flavor.
23 Easy Lemon Dessert Ideas You Should Try
Ready for a refreshing and easy lemon dessert? Below you’ll find everything from lemon bars to blondie, lemon cake, cheesecake and more.
Light No-Bake Lemon Icebox Bar
you didn’t burn me! These brightened lemon bars take less than 30 minutes to make.
easy lemon cream cheese bar
Tangy lemon and tangy cream cheese pair perfectly with these simple yet delicious lemon bars. The filling is rich and creamy between pleasantly crumbly layers.
lemon poppy seed pound cake
This is a recipe for a moist and flavorful lemon pound cake sprinkled with poppy seeds. I like to think of this cake as a giant version of the lemon poppy seed muffin. It’s soft and fluffy.
Limoncello Glaze Lemon Curd Pound Cake
This time an easy pound cake recipe with creamy lemon curd ribbons all over. Top with a homemade limoncello infused glaze?
lemon cream pie
This easy lemon pie is made with a tangy no-bake lemon cream filling inside a crisp chive wafer crust.
pistachio lemon bundt cake
Combining mild, nutty pistachios with bright lemon, the delicious Bundt Cake has an authentic Mediterranean flair. If you like pistachio desserts like baklava, you’ll love the flavor combination in this lemon cake his recipe!
lemon chiffon cake
Be amazed by the soft and fluffy lemon crumbs of this incredible Lemon Chiffon Cake. The perfect Easter dessert, drizzled with sweet lemon buttercream.
lemonade pie
Look no further for your next summer pie recipe. This guy is a keeper! Lemonade pie tastes like a tall cold glass of lemonade encased in a smooth, creamy (almost) no-bake dessert.
strawberry lemon icebox pie
This no-bake strawberry lemon icebox pie is a summer fruit one-two punch made from a creamy, sweet-tart lemon pudding filling dotted with fresh strawberries.
lemon chess pie
You’ve probably heard of chocolate chess pies. This easy chess pie has all the tantalizing creaminess of the original, infused with fresh lemon juice and zest.
lemon blueberry whoopie pie
Try these soft, cakey sandwich cookies bursting with zesty lemon flavor and juicy ripe blueberries. These homemade whoopie pies filled with lemon cream cheese frosting will have you hooked.
lemon meringue cheesecake
Get ready to do your happy dance! Once you take a bite of the exquisite homemade lemon cheesecake topped with fluffy meringue, the excitement will never stop.
coconut lemon square
Wait until your teeth sink into these creamy lemon bars with a tropical coconut twist. This easy dessert bar recipe is perfect for a potluck. Watch them disappear off the table!
easy lemonade cake
Turn your humble lemon cake mix and can of frozen lemonade into this deliciously easy lemonade cake frosted with a tangy cream cheese frosting.
lemonade brownie
I really should call these Blondies – they’re definitely blonde and full of bright, sun-kissed lemon flavor. will be!
pink lemonade chiffon cake
This pink lemonade chiffon cake conjures up the image of a tutu as much as possible. Made from pink lemonade and egg whites, Lemon Cake’s soft, airy layers are filled with a rich pink lemonade frosting.
meyer lemon band cake
This is a fun spin on the 7UP Bundt Cake (see below) made with Lemon Lime Soda and infused with the sweet lemon flavor of Meyer Lemons.
lemon cream truffle
These sweet, velvety white chocolate truffles are rich, buttery, and burst with lemon flavor. Like sunshine!
strawberry lemon cheesecake bar
You’ll love this easy recipe for a rich lemon cheesecake layered with fresh strawberry filling. A perfect dessert for spring and summer, topped with lemon peel pastry.
Lemon meringue crispy treats
This recipe for perfect homemade rice crispy treats brings a fresh lemon flavor and a thick layer of fluffy meringue. The result is 100% attractive!
white chocolate lemon blondie
Try these easy Lemon Blondies stuffed with white chocolate chips.Perfect for gifting or sharing.
7UP cake
Soft drink? on cake? you bet! This 7UP bundt cake is the ultimate lemon dessert, flavored with lemon-lime soda and drizzled with creamy lemon glaze.
pound cake trifle
A classic trifle recipe that layers sweet and tangy lemon curd with spongy pound cake, whipped cream and fresh fruit. Make it for all spring occasions!
