Here are 15 of our favorite lemon desserts that are perfect for any occasion. Lemon desserts are a refreshing treat and a favorite with many dessert lovers.
Here you will find a wide range of lemon desserts from simple lemon bars to elaborate layer cakes, mousse cakes, tarts, cheesecake and biscuits to sponge cakes, cupcakes and breakfast treats. Each of these recipes showcases the bright and zesty flavor of lemon in a unique and delicious way.
Lemon bar recipes
These Lemon Bars are a classic dessert made with a buttery crust and a tangy lemon filling. They are very easy to prepare and can be enjoyed on their own or sprinkled with powdered sugar.
Whenever you’re craving a refreshing dessert, I recommend trying these lemon bars. They are made with a very flavorful and tangy lemon filling on top of a rich shortbread crust. If you like lemon desserts, you will definitely love these bars.
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These walnut and lemon bars are a decadent treat that combines the rich flavors of chocolate, tangy lemon and crunchy walnuts. These bars feature a walnut cake layer and a tangy lemon filling covered in a creamy layer of chocolate, creating a delicious explosion of flavor in every bite.
I always found these walnut and lemon bars to be very elegant and with a fine combination of flavors. Combining chocolate with lemon and walnuts is by far one of the best combinations. These bars feature a thick layer of walnuts at the bottom, followed by a lemony-creamy layer in the middle and a chocolate ganache.
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Lemon tart recipe
This Lemon Meringue Pie is another favorite, with its sweet and tangy lemon filling nestled in a flaky crust and topped with billowing meringue.
This Lemon Meringue Pie is a perfect refreshing dessert for spring or summer days. Its tangy, tangy lemon filling pairs so well with the crispy crust and smooth roasted meringue. The high meringue topping makes this cake look so decadent and utterly irresistible.
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Recipes for lemon layer cake
Lemon Layer Cakes are a light and refreshing dessert that’s perfect for summer days. Try this amazing Strawberry Lemon Layer Cake during Strawberry Season or this Blueberry Lemon Cake during Blueberry Season. Both are satisfying and certainly a crowd pleaser.
With strawberries in season, I’m excited to share with you this delicious and delicate dessert, Strawberry Lemon Layer Cake. The cake consists of four thin layers of vanilla and lemon sponge cake, filled with a generous amount of freshly made strawberry jam and topped with a mascarpone lemon glaze. The cake is so light and refreshing and bursting with the flavor of summer.
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Blueberry Lemon Cake is a delicious refreshing cake perfect for summer. Three layers of lemon-flavored blueberry buttercake filled with a delicate Swiss meringue lemon buttercream.
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Blueberry Lemon Desserts
If you like blueberry lemon desserts, you can also try this amazing No Bake White Chocolate Blueberry Lemon Cheesecake and this Blueberry Lemon Bundt Cake.
When you’re in a hurry and want to satisfy your sweet cravings, try our 1 Minute – Blueberry Lemon Mug Cake and you’ll have a savory and flavorful dessert in less than 1 minute.
With a fluffy texture and tangy flavor, these Ricotta Blueberry Pancakes are a perfect combination of sweet and savory. Get ready to wow your taste buds with this delicious breakfast or dessert recipe.
Blueberries have always been great in pancakes and are absolutely amazing in these delicious Ricotta Cheese Pancakes. The whites are whipped separately and then fold into the pancake mixture. This makes the pancakes really fluffy and soft.
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Lemon and poppy seed cake recipes
Lemon has always paired well with poppy seeds. If you like this combination, try this delicious Lemon Poppy Seed Pound Cake. It has a light and fluffy texture and a sweet lemon flavor. You can top it with a variety of toppings, including cream cheese or lemon topping to add a rich and creamy layer.
This elegant Lemon Poppy Seed Cake with Lemon Curd and White Chocolate is one of our favorite lemon desserts. It has a delicate, smooth and creamy texture and an intense lemon flavor.
Strawberry Lemon Desserts
If you fancy making a batch of lemon cookies, try these Strawberry Lemon Thumbprint Cookies. They’re a great twist on the classic thumbprint cookies. Fill them with strawberry jam and a good drizzle of lemon icing for a delicious treat for your taste buds.
These Strawberry Lemon Thumbprint Cookies are a delicious twist on the classic thumbprint cookie recipe. A quick and easy citrus flavored cookie topped with sweet homemade strawberry jam and lemon icing. With their bright colors and refreshing flavors, these cookies are perfect for spring and summer occasions.
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These moist and fluffy Strawberry Lemon Cupcakes are bursting with flavor and are the perfect treat for any occasion.
Strawberry Lemon Cupcakes are one of the best summer cupcakes ever. Fruity and refreshing, with a moist crumb, a delicious homemade strawberry filling and a creamy lemon strawberry swirl frosting.
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These fluffy no-yeast egg-free strawberry rolls with cream cheese lemon frosting are a quick and easy summertime treat. They have a fresh strawberry jam filling with a creamy and tangy cream cheese lemon glaze. Perfect for brunch, dessert or whenever you want a delicious treat.
This No-Bake Berry Lemon Yogurt Mousse Cake is another refreshing lemon flavored mousse cake. It has a crunchy biscuit and lemon crust followed by a lemon mousse. This is followed by a berry jelly and berry mousse, decorated with fresh berries. This cake is sure to impress and delight your guests.
Very refreshing and flavorful, this Berry Lemon Yogurt Mousse Cake is smooth and light with a great combination of textures. The cake consists of a crunchy biscuit lemon crust, topped with a lemon yoghurt mousse, a berry jelly, followed by a berry yoghurt mousse and topped with fresh berries.
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Whether you’re looking for a sweet and tangy dessert to serve after dinner or just need a pick-me-up in the middle of the day, I’m sure you’ll find a recipe to suit your tastes among these 15 Lemon Desserts.
I hope you try one of these 15 Lemon Desserts and don’t forget to tag me on Instagram if you do. Enjoy them as much as we do.