The baking bug can bite at any time. But when the weather is warmer, no one wants to waste time inside finding complicated ingredients or watching the oven. Instead, spend time basking in the sun, not baking in the kitchen, with summer desserts ready in 60 minutes or less. From fresh fruit desserts to semi-homemade treats, these recipes will bring a smile to the faces of your family and friends.
Fruit Crisp
“This is a fast and easy dessert! Everyone thinks I spent all day putting it together. Little do they know how easy it is and, of course, I will never tell…” – Debbie
Quick Tres Leches Cups
“Love tres leches cake this is my quick version of it.” – Ilean Maite
“Confetti” Topped Chocolate Chip Cookie Cake
“I have made this giant chocolate chip cookie cake many times, mainly for my daughter. She would rather have this than conventional cake on her birthday, so I am happy to oblige. It is very easy to make and you can change the topping as desired or leave off completely.” – Enro
Blueberry Strawberry Buckle
“A refreshing dessert for those summer barbecues.” – billy
Blackberry Turnovers
“These simple blackberry turnovers are made with puff pastry and canned pie filling. Drizzled with glaze adds a touch of sweetness .” – Debbie
Homemade Peach Cobbler
“I love a nice and juicy peach cobbler with some good crust on top and this one hits the spot! This is about what Gramma used to make when I was growing up. Funny, a lot of our best memories centered around eating!” – David
Lemony Doodles
“This is a recipe that came about because of my love of all things lemon! My kids and grandkids love snickerdoodles (don’t we all!). One night I was playing around and thought I want to make a lemon cookie. I couldn’t find a recipe that I liked so decided that I would experiment and this is what I came up with!” – Mary Nell
Fruit Pizza
“A family favorite and always a huge hit.” – Janell
Peanut Butter Cup Rice Krispies Treats
“The kids will love them and so will you!” – Sheila
Zucchini Brownies
“Moist and tender double chocolate brownies with a hidden secret ingredient, zucchini!” – Kevin
Drunken Grilled Peaches
“These drunken grilled peaches are finger-licking good.” – Lorna
Dump Cake
“I had this cake at a family function and it was so good! If you are a beginner in baking, this would be a great cake to start with. – Evelyn
Strawberry Peach Easy Pies
“What I cook my family when the sweet tooth is calling and my pantry echos back! Everyone loves these and they can be altered to hold your favorite fruit.” – Karen
Chewy Brownie Cookies
“I’ve had several people tell me these are the best cookies they ever ate. The perfect chewy brownie cookie with crisp edges. Delicious!” – Bobbie
American Angel Food Parfait
“This is the perfect dessert for that Labor Day or July 4th picnic! It’s also a great, light dessert anytime! This recipe also calls for pre-made cake; so,…no cooking involved!” – Christi