Summer barbecues are just THE BEST.
Good food, good friends, and lots of sunshine – what’s not to love?
But when the burgers are gone and the potato salad is packed away, there’s still one VERY important thing: dessert!
A truly great BBQ needs an equally great sweet treat to finish things off.
We’ve rounded up a TON of fantastic dessert ideas perfect for any summer cookout.
Think refreshing, easy, and totally crowd-pleasing options.
There’s something here for every taste and every kind of get-together.
Get ready to discover some new favorites that will make your next BBQ even sweeter.
1. Ice Cream Bread
Ice Cream Bread is a truly unique and delicious treat.
You can easily make this amazing bread from ice cream with just two ingredients.
It’s the perfect quick and sweet bake that requires minimal effort.
2. Blueberry Lemon Pound Cake
Blueberry Lemon Pound Cake is a rich, buttery treat filled with sweet blueberries.
Its fresh, bright lemon hint makes this a simple, classic dessert everyone will love.
3. Fruit Salad with Whipped Cream
This creamy Fruit Salad with Whipped Cream is a sweet dessert or side dish. Loaded with fluffy marshmallows and coconut, it’s a delightful treat everyone will adore.
4. Gluten Free Coconut Cupcakes
Get ready to enjoy incredibly light and fluffy Gluten Free Coconut Cupcakes.
These delightful treats, featuring creamy coconut cream, are one of the best easy dessert ideas for any occasion.
They’re simple to make and guarantee a delicious, satisfying bite every time.
5. No-Bake Blueberry Cheesecake (Gluten-Free, Vegan)
This No-Bake Blueberry Cheesecake is a light, sweet, and perfectly refreshing dessert for spring and summer.
Packed with juicy blueberries, this treat is wonderfully easy to make since you don’t need to turn on the oven.
It’s also completely gluten-free and vegan, making it a delightful option for everyone to enjoy.
6. Easy Vanilla No Bake Cheesecake
Enjoy the simplicity of this Easy Vanilla No Bake Cheesecake.
It features a vanilla wafer crust and a creamy, delicious no bake vanilla cheesecake filling.
This ultimate no bake treat is sure to be loved by everyone.
7. Special K Bars
Special K Bars are a delightful no-bake treat.
This easy Special K bars recipe features a butterscotch and peanut butter base, topped with melted chocolate and a sprinkle of sea salt flakes.
They’re perfect for satisfying any sweet craving without turning on the oven.
8. Million Dollar Cake
Million Dollar Cake is a light and refreshing layered dessert with a delightful tropical twist.
This special cake features sweet pineapple and creamy coconut flavors, often made surprisingly simple with a cake mix.
9. Coconut Stuffed Brownies
Coconut Stuffed Brownies offer an irresistible treat for any chocolate lover.
Each chewy brownie is bursting with rich chocolate chips and a sweet, creamy coconut filling.
10. Banana Pudding Cups
Banana Pudding Cups are a simply delightful dessert that’s incredibly easy to prepare.
You can conveniently make these banana pudding cups ahead of time, ensuring a no-fuss treat for later.
For an impressive presentation, there’s even a delicious banana pudding trifle option included.
11. S’mores Cookie Bars
These S’mores Cookie Bars are packed with delicious chocolate, gooey marshmallows, and classic graham cracker flavor. You can enjoy the taste of s’mores without needing a campfire. This easy recipe brings all the fun right to your kitchen.
12. Ice Cream Cone Cupcakes
Get ready to create some magic with these adorable Ice Cream Cone Cupcakes. These charming ice cream cupcakes are so fun to make and will surely bring smiles, looking just like they came from a classic ice cream truck.
13. Cornflake Cakes
Cornflake Cakes offer a delicious, super quick way to enjoy a sweet treat.
These no-bake Chocolate Cornflake Cakes come together in minutes, offering a wonderfully crunchy, sticky, and chocolatey bite.
14. Reese’s Peanut Butter Chocolate Poke Cake
This Reese’s Peanut Butter Chocolate Poke Cake is the ultimate dessert.
It’s a decadent chocolate poke cake that’s both a family favorite and simple to make.
Enjoy the perfect blend of rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter flavors.
15. Dole Popsicles
These Dole Popsicles are a quick and easy copycat of Disney’s famous Dole Whip.
Enjoy these refreshing pineapple popsicles as a delightful fruit treat right from your home, ready in just 5 minutes.
16. Rocky Road Bars
Whip up a batch of these classic Rocky Road Bars, an easy no-bake treat perfect for any occasion. These delicious bars bring together rich chocolate, soft marshmallows, and creamy peanut butter in every bite. They’re a simple, delightful dessert everyone will love.
17. Pineapple Upside Down Skillet Cake
This classic Pineapple Upside Down Skillet Cake offers a delightful, easy way to enjoy a beloved dessert.
Make this perfect pineapple upside down cake from scratch right in your skillet for a sweet treat.
18. Lemon Meringue Tart
This Lemon Meringue Tart is a truly show-stopping dessert. It features a generous pile of toasted brown sugar meringue, making it perfect for a special occasion. Enjoy this classic treat that’s as beautiful as it is delicious.
19. Oreo Ice Cream (No Churn)
Whip up a batch of delicious Oreo Ice Cream (No Churn) right at home.
This simple no churn ice cream recipe means you don’t need an ice cream maker for fantastic homemade dessert.
Enjoy creamy, delightful homemade no churn ice cream anytime!
20. Orange Sherbet
This homemade Orange Sherbet is a delightfully easy and creamy treat. It offers a perfect balance of tangy and sweet, bursting with refreshing orange flavor. This homemade orange sherbet is the ideal summer dessert.
21. Profiteroles
Profiteroles are irresistible golden choux pastry puffs that make a truly iconic dessert. This classic profiteroles recipe creates perfect little shells, ready to be filled with ice cream and drizzled generously with chocolate. Everyone will love these delightful treats!
22. Peach Galette Recipe
Enjoy this Peach Galette Recipe, a truly wonderful dessert that’s as delightful to look at as it is to eat. Tender, subtly spiced peaches beautifully complement the flaky, homemade butter crust. This peach galette is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
23. Gluten Free Mini Pineapple Upside Down Cakes for Two
Enjoy the classic taste of Gluten Free Mini Pineapple Upside Down Cakes for Two without making a huge batch.
Each delicious mini upside down cake delivers the sweet pineapple taste you love in a perfectly portioned gluten free dessert.
24. Peach Ice Cream
This Peach Ice Cream is a truly delightful and healthy treat ready in just five minutes. This easy, no-churn recipe lets you quickly create a sweet, creamy dessert. Enjoy the fresh taste of peach ice cream without any fuss.
25. No Bake Strawberry Cheesecake
This No Bake Strawberry Cheesecake is wonderfully light and creamy, offering an easy way to enjoy a delicious dessert. It features a delightful crunchy graham cracker pecan crust that makes this strawberry cheesecake simply irresistible.
26. 2 Ingredient Strawberry Soda Cake
Whip up a delightful 2 Ingredient Strawberry Soda Cake with incredible ease. This fluffy, flavorful strawberry cake with Sprite is a quick and simple treat that’s sure to be a hit.
27. Samoa Cheesecake
Samoa Cheesecake is a decadent dessert that captures the beloved flavors of the classic Girl Scout cookie. You’ll love how this rich and creamy cheesecake transforms those iconic caramel and toasted coconut notes. It’s the perfect treat for any occasion.
28. Strawberry Pie
This Strawberry Pie features a delicious fresh berry filling loaded into a perfectly flaky crust.
It’s an ultimate dessert that will impress guests at your next gathering.
29. Coconut Ball Recipe
This delightful Coconut Ball Recipe is perfect for any coconut lover.
These no-bake coconut balls are incredibly moist and come together in minutes.
It’s an easy, delicious treat everyone will enjoy.
30. Easy Coconut Pecan Cookies
These Easy Coconut Pecan Cookies are a delightful treat, packed with sweetened coconut and chopped pecans. Each one is perfectly finished with a smooth cream cheese frosting, making them a simple and satisfying delight.
31. Strawberry Lemonade Popsicles
Enjoy the taste of summer with these delightful Strawberry Lemonade Popsicles. This sweet and tangy frozen treat is perfect for cooling off on a hot day. Making these homemade popsicles is simple and fun for everyone.
32. Chocolate Fudge Brownie Ice Cream
Chocolate Fudge Brownie Ice Cream is a wonderfully simple and fudgy homemade dessert. This machine-churned treat combines rich heavy cream, whole milk, and unsweetened cocoa powder, blended with real brownie bits. It’s an easy delight perfect for summertime.
33. Black Forest Icebox Cake
Enjoy a delicious no-bake treat with this Black Forest Icebox Cake.
Layers of creamy goodness made with Oreo cookies and cherry pie filling offer a wonderfully decadent dessert.
It’s a refreshing and simple twist on a classic chocolate cherry cake.
34. Fancy Brown Butter Rice Krispie Treats Recipe – Best!
This Fancy Brown Butter Rice Krispie Treats Recipe is truly the best, offering a delightful upgrade to a classic.
The rich browned butter creates an irresistible twist on these easy, homemade marshmallow treats.
35. Old Fashioned Hummingbird Cake Recipe
This Old Fashioned Hummingbird Cake recipe brings together tropical banana and pineapple flavors.
A touch of cinnamon makes this easy hummingbird cake a guaranteed winner.
36. High Protein Brownie Batter Dip with Greek Yogurt
Get ready to enjoy this High Protein Brownie Batter Dip with Greek Yogurt.
This healthy sweet dip lets you savor the rich flavor of brownie batter guilt-free.
It’s the perfect way to satisfy your cravings.
37. Easy No-Churn Funfetti Birthday Cake Ice Cream Cake
Whip up a crowd-pleasing dessert with this Easy No-Churn Funfetti Birthday Cake Ice Cream Cake. This delightful no-churn ice cream cake recipe is super simple to make and naturally gluten-free. It’s the perfect Funfetti ice cream cake for any celebration, guaranteed to bring smiles!
38. Orange Fluff Jello Salad
Whip up this Orange Fluff Jello Salad for an easy and delicious dessert. This nostalgic orange fluff recipe is a quick way to enjoy a unique treat. It’s a wonderful Mandarin Orange Fluff Salad perfect for any occasion.
39. Almond Joy Macaroons
Almond Joy Macaroons bring the classic candy bar flavors into a delicious, easy-to-make dessert. Enjoy the perfect blend of shredded coconut, almonds, and chocolate in every delightful bite of these macaroons.
40. Layered S’mores Pops
Layered S’mores Pops offer a delightful twist on the classic campfire dessert. Enjoy the beloved taste of s’mores in a refreshing, frozen treat without the sticky mess. These homemade popsicles are perfect for a cool and easy dessert anytime.
41. Easy Homemade Ice Cream Cake
This Easy Homemade Ice Cream Cake is a dream dessert, featuring creamy layers of vanilla and chocolate no-churn ice cream. It’s wonderfully topped with whipped cream and rainbow sprinkles, plus a thick layer of fudge in the middle. You’ll love making this fantastic ice cream cake recipe at home for any celebration.