Saturday, April 2, 2022

10 Bright Citrus Lemon-y Desserts

Hi there e --

Don't you just love spring? Everything starts to come alive again! The trees are starting to green, cherry blossoms are in their full effect, and the tulips are beginning to bloom!

While we've had some cold days, I know it's all part of the big picture!

One of my favorite flavors to bake in the spring is lemon. It's tart, fresh, and bursting with bright flavor. I've got a lot of lemon desserts on my website to prove it!

Here are 10 of my favorite bright citrus lemon-y desserts!


Homemade Lemon Curd:

This easy recipe for homemade lemon curd whips up in just a few minutes. The tangy citrus and buttery richness will WOW you!

Small jar of homemade lemon curd with a white ceramic spoon.

READ: Homemade Lemon Curd Recipe


Lemon Pudding Cake:

Lemon pudding cake is a classic recipe that's so easy to make! It bakes up fluffy on top, with a luscious sauce on the bottom!

Simple lemon pudding cake recipe baked in individual portions with a spongy, cakey top and a silky, citrus-y sauce underneath.

READ: Lemon Pudding Cake Recipe


Lemon Meringue Pie:

A can't-miss recipe! You'll adore this lemon meringue pie! With a buttery flaky crust, tangy lemon filling, and a soft cloud of toasty meringue.

Easy lemon meringue pie served on a plate with a blue checked cloth in the background.

READ: Lemon Meringue Pie Recipe


Lemon Crumb Muffins:

These lemon crumb muffins make such a nice breakfast or snack! Moist, tender, and citrus-y, with a thick layer of buttery streusel on top.

Unwrapped lemon crumb muffin with a bite taken out.

READ: Lemon Crumb Muffins Recipe


Iced Lemon Loaf:

Satisfy your lemon craving with this moist and slightly sweet iced lemon loaf!

Horizontal shot of iced lemon cake on a wooden board with lemons and teacups in the background.

READ: Iced Lemon Loaf Recipe


Lemon Bars:

Lemon bars are a beloved classic treat! Buttery shortbread crust, tangy lemon filling, and a dusting of powdered sugar on top.

Old-Fashioned Lemon Bars Recipe

READ: Lemon Bars Recipe


Lemon Cupcakes:

If you love lemon, then these lemon cupcakes are for you! The cake is moist, light, lemon-y, and filled with a bright, citrus-y lemon curd.

Horizontal image of lemon cupcakes with lemon curd filling & lemon cream cheese frosting, garnished with lemon wedges and a sprig of baby's breath.

READ: Lemon Cupcakes Recipe


Lemon Pound Cake:

Just bursting with tangy lemon flavor, and so moist! Made with all butter for a velvety texture.

A moist lemon pound bundt cake, dusted with powdered sugar, on a wire cooling rack over a yellow napkin.

READ: Lemon Pound Cake Recipe


Lemon Cheesecake Tarts:

These lemon cheesecake tarts have a tender, buttery shortbread crust, a fluffy layer of no-bake cheesecake, and a bright and tangy lemon curd topping.

Lemon Cheesecake Tarts: with a buttery shortbread crust, a fluffy no-bake cheesecake base, and tangy lemon curd. One of the best desserts I've ever had! food desserts lemon #ad @mackenziechilds

READ: Lemon Cheesecake Tarts Recipe


No-Bake Lemon Macaroon Cheesecake:

Crunchy vanilla cookie crust, creamy coconut cheesecake filling, and tangy lemon curd come together in this no-bake lemon macaroon cheesecake!

No-Bake Lemon Macaroon Cheesecake: so easy to make and so much incredible lemon and coconut flavor! #beyondfrostingcookbook #nobaketreats

READ: No-Bake Lemon Macaroon Cheesecake Recipe


I hope you enjoy these tangy lemon desserts!


This is just a small sampling of a few of my favorite lemon recipes. For LOTS more great ideas, check out the "Spring/Summer" category of my recipe index.

BROWSE: Spring/Summer Recipes


Enjoy!

Allie



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