20 Delicious Desserts for Summer Hosting

Gorgeous summer dessert photos for hosting

Summer is here, and if you’re planning get-togethers and parties, celebrating with sweet treats is a must! To bring you some inspiration, we’re sharing our most delicious desserts for summer hosting, from fruit tarts and crisps to no-bake cheesecakes, creamy puddings and more!

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No-Bake Cheesecake Cups topped with fresh blueberries

No-Bake Vegan Cheesecake Cups (5 Minutes!)

5 minute, no-bake vegan cheesecake cups layered like a parfait with fresh fruit and granola. A naturally sweet, gluten-free snack or dessert. Only 7 ingredients are needed!

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A stack of strawberry cheesecake bars on a plate

Strawberry Cheesecake Bars (Vegan + GF)

The decadent flavors of tangy cheesecake and fresh strawberries swirl together in gluten-free, vegetarian-friendly bars! Oat-Almond Crust, Naturally Sweet, Requires 10 Ingredients!

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A close-up shot of a jar of vegan vanilla panna cotta with a mixed berry compote

Vegan Panna Cotta with Mixed Berries

Rich and creamy vegan panna cotta with vibrant mixed berries! A beautiful dessert that is so quick and easy to make with just 1 pan and 6 ingredients!

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Dessert cups and spoons of our Vegan Tiramisu Pudding Recipe

Vegan Tiramisu Pudding Cups

Creamy, rich vegan pudding infused with the flavors of Tiramisu! An easy, decadent, no-bake dessert made with just 7 simple ingredients

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Two bowls and a baking pan of grain-free berry crisps served with vegan ice cream

Grain-free berry crisp

Vegan Berry Crisp with 3 types of berries. It’s sweetened with a naturally crunchy, grain-free topping! The perfect plant-based, gluten-free summer dessert!

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Gluten Free Berry Cobbler Bowls and Pans

Easy Gluten-Free Berry Cobbler (Vegan)

Perfect vegan fruit cobbler topped with ripe, juicy summer fruit and flaky gluten-free biscuits. Baked to bubbly golden perfection! Only 10 simple ingredients are required.

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Three-layer vegan gluten-free vanilla cake topped with fresh raspberries and blackberries

1-bowl vegan gluten-free vanilla cake

A 1-bowl vegan gluten-free vanilla cake that’s perfectly soft, fluffy, and sweet! Delicious frosted or unfrosted and so easy to make! Requires 10 ingredients and 1 bowl.

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Chocolate slice ganache tart showing three layers

Vegan Raspberry Chocolate Ganache Tart

A luxurious yet simple vegan chocolate tart with a chocolate-date crust, bright raspberry puree filling and generous layers of creamy chocolate ganache. Only 10 ingredients needed!

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No-Bake Vegan Coconut Yogurt Cheesecake Slices topped with Raspberry and Orange Peel

Vegan No-Bake Coconut Yogurt Cheesecake

Creamy, decadent vegan cheesecake made with a date-walnut crust and cashew-coconut-yogurt for the ultimate tangy-sweet treat. Requires only 10 ingredients, no-bake, and completely vegan and gluten-free.

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Slice of vegan gluten-free strawberry cake next to the rest of the cake

Vegan Strawberry Cake (GF)

Fluffy Strawberry Cake that is identifiably vegan and gluten-free! Vibrant strawberry flavor and perfectly blended with sweetness. Only 9 ingredients are needed!

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A platter of mini vegan no-bake chocolate cheesecakes topped with fresh berries

No-Bake Chocolate Cheesecakes

Thick, custard-like vegan chocolate cheesecake with a date-walnut cocoa crust. Requires only 10 ingredients and is completely vegan and gluten-free. Perfectly topped with coconut whipped cream and fresh fruit.

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Partially eaten raw carrot cake resting next to the rest of the cake

Raw Carrot Cake with Vegan Cream Cheese Frosting

Raw Vegan Carrot Cake Made with 10 Healthy Ingredients! Tender, 30 minutes to make, and topped with an optional cashew cream cheese frosting!

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Slice of our Salted Caramel Chocolate Ganache Tart on a pie slice

Salted Caramel Chocolate Ganache Tart (Vegan + GF)

A gorgeous, decadent, no-bake salted caramel tart with chocolate ganache! Super tasty, plus gluten-free and vegetarian. Only 7 ingredients are needed!

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Top down shot of six vegan vanilla cupcakes topped with frosting

Easy Vegan Vanilla Cupcakes (Gluten-Free)

Perfectly fluffy vanilla cupcakes that happen to be vegan, gluten-free and naturally sweet. Only 1 bowl and 10 ingredients needed!

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Batch of creamy vegan lemon bars topped with lemon wedges and powdered sugar

Creamy Vegan Lemon Bar

Creamy, naturally sweet vegan lemon bars made with 10 simple ingredients and a delicious gluten-free crust.

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Creamy vegan lime pie bars on hot pink background

Creamy Lime Pie Bar

Creamy Lime Pie Bars with an almond-oat crust and creamy, cashew-based filling! Perfectly tart, naturally sweet and so delicious! 10 basic ingredients are required.

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Vegan GF Banana Cream Pie topped with fresh sliced ​​bananas

Banana Cream Pie (Vegan + GF)

Absolutely delicious, 10-ingredient vegan banana cream pie! Layered with crispy gluten-free crust, fluffy and silky cream center, and 3 whole bananas!

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Ceramic baking dish filled with a batch of our Vegan Banana PB Pudding recipe

Vegan Peanut Butter Banana Pudding

Creamy peanut butter pudding and coconut whipped cream layered between vegan vanilla wafers and freshly ripe banana slices for a salty-sweet dessert! This amazing chilled dessert requires only 5 ingredients.

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No-Bake Lemon Cookie Fruit Tarts in Parchment-Lined Mini Tart Tins

No-Bake Lemon Cookie Fruit Tarts

Simple no-bake vegan tart with a date-walnut crust and creamy, dairy-free filling that tastes like a lemon cookie!

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A slice of plum is removed from a plate and the upside-down cake is removed

Plum Upside Down Cake (Vegan + GF)

Easy Plum Upside Down Cake with Juicy, Tart Plums Soft, fluffy, perfectly sweet almond cake. Vegan, gluten-free and perfect for brunch or dessert. Only 10 ingredients needed!

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Let us know if you try any of these summer dessert recipes! Leave a comment or take a photo and tag it @minimalistbaker on Instagram. Enjoy, friends!



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