Summer get-togethers are all about good food and good company.
But when you’re asked to bring dessert for a crowd, it can feel a little stressful.
You need something that’s easy to make, easy to serve, and, MOST importantly, delicious.
Plus, no one wants to spend hours in a hot kitchen.
That’s where these recipes come in. I’ve rounded up some of the BEST summer desserts that are perfect for sharing.
Think cool, refreshing treats, simple no-bake pies, and easy-to-transport bars that are a total lifesaver for a potluck.
There’s something here for every party, from backyard BBQs to lazy beach days.
Let’s find the perfect dessert for your next event.
1. Raspberry and Lemon Cupcakes
These delightful Raspberry and Lemon Cupcakes offer a truly fresh and zingy taste.
Each soft, fluffy lemon cupcake hides a sweet raspberry jam center.
They are finished with a light, fluffy lemon buttercream, making these lemon and raspberry cupcakes a divine treat.
2. Lemon Ricotta Cake
Enjoy the delightful Lemon Ricotta Cake, combining the convenience of a cake mix with the rich, creamy texture of ricotta.
This moist and creamy dessert offers a refreshing lemon flavor that is simply delicious.
3. Sourdough Strawberry Shortcake
Sourdough Strawberry Shortcake offers a wonderful crispy, golden crust with a tender, buttery crumbly texture.
It comes beautifully topped with sweet macerated strawberries and a light homemade whipped topping.
This delightful sourdough strawberry shortcake makes a perfect dessert.
4. Cherry Dump Cake Recipe
This Cherry Dump Cake Recipe is wonderfully easy to prepare.
You can enjoy this delightful cherry dump cake in under an hour, especially delicious with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
5. Coconut Mango Cake With A Coconut Caramel Drizzle – Sierra Leone Flavours
Enjoy a taste of the tropics with this delightful Coconut Mango Cake With A Coconut Caramel Drizzle.
This incredible mango cake recipe combines moist coconut cake layers with fresh mango, all finished with a decadent coconut caramel drizzle.
6. Raspberry Poke Cake
This Raspberry Poke Cake is a delightful dessert that’s incredibly simple to make.
You’ll love how this classic poke cake soaks up vibrant raspberry jello, creating a burst of fruity flavor in every bite.
Topped with white chocolate curls and fresh berries, it’s a perfect treat for any occasion.
7. Baked Strawberry Cheesecake
Baked Strawberry Cheesecake is a simple, rich, and delicious dessert. This beautiful strawberry swirl cheesecake, made with fresh strawberries, is perfect for impressing friends and family.
8. Fresh Cherry Crisp
Fresh Cherry Crisp delivers the perfect balance of sweet-tart cherries with a golden, crunchy topping.
This simple, comforting dessert is ideal for sharing and enjoying with loved ones.
9. Crumbl Copycat Oreo Raspberry Cheesecake Cookies
Enjoy these incredible Crumbl Copycat Oreo Raspberry Cheesecake Cookies, a perfect twist on a bakery favorite.
Each cookie features a soft Oreo base, topped with creamy homemade cheesecake frosting, and a sweet raspberry drizzle.
It’s a delicious and surprisingly easy treat everyone will love.
10. Neapolitan Tart
This cheerful Neapolitan Tart is a delightful little dessert, featuring the classic flavors of strawberries, chocolate, and vanilla.
Enjoy each bite of this delicious tart recipe, with its crisp pastry shell and easy-to-pipe buttercream dollops.
11. Mexican Fruit Salad Recipe
This refreshing Mexican Fruit Salad Recipe bursts with juicy mango, sweet pineapple, and vibrant berries. It’s lightly dressed with a zesty honey-lime Tajin mixture that brings out all the incredible flavors. A sprinkle of fresh mint adds the perfect finish to this delightful dish.
12. Strawberry Cheesecake Nachos
Strawberry Cheesecake Nachos offer a delightful twist on a classic dessert.
Enjoy sweet graham cracker chips layered with creamy no-bake cheesecake and a delicious homemade strawberry sauce.
These dessert nachos are perfect for a fun, shareable treat.
13. Lemon Sourdough Cake
This Lemon Sourdough Cake is incredibly moist and bursting with fresh lemon flavor.
Baked in a beautiful bundt pan and finished with a simple lemon glaze, this sourdough lemon cake is perfect for any spring or summer gathering.
14. Cherry Popovers
Cherry Popovers deliver a delightful combination of crispy edges and a soft, custardy inside.
You’ll love the bursts of sweet-tart cherries in this truly show-stopping dessert.
15. Blueberry Cheesecake Cookies
These Blueberry Cheesecake Cookies are wonderfully soft and tender.
Each cookie is bursting with fresh blueberries and a hint of lemon, all finished with a sweet cream cheese glaze.
16. Zucchini Brownies
Get ready for the best Zucchini Brownies you’ve ever had.
These fudgy, moist, and chocolatey brownies are the perfect way to enjoy a sweet treat with zucchini.
17. Concord Grape Sorbet
Concord Grape Sorbet offers a delightful burst of refreshing, fruity flavor.
This simple treat captures the sweet essence of Concord grapes in every spoonful.
It’s the perfect cool-down for any day.
18. No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Oreo Dessert
Get ready for the No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Oreo Dessert, a truly delightful combination of rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter.
Each bite brings a satisfying crunch from the Oreos, making this a perfect no-bake chocolate peanut oreo dessert.
It’s an easy and delicious way to satisfy your sweet cravings without turning on the oven.