From chilled pies to no-churn scoops, these easy summer desserts know how to keep things cool, sweet, and just a little bit whimsical. Recipes like Easy Strawberry Pretzel Pie, Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream, and Banoffee Pie deliver maximum flavor with minimal effort. You’ll find bright picks like Tangerine Drizzle Cake, Vanilla Blueberry Cake, and Orange Creamsicle Bars, plus a few showstoppers like Sweet Lavender Cupcakes and Warm Lemon Pudding Cakes that are ready for your next backyard bash.

Easy Strawberry Pretzel Pie

Sweet, salty, and ridiculously easy, Easy Strawberry Pretzel Pie is your no-bake answer to “what can I bring?” for every summer gathering.

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Air Fryer Donuts

Air Fryer Donuts are fluffy on the inside, golden on the outside, and only take 5 minutes—so yes, you can absolutely make donuts before coffee.

GET THE RECIPE: Vegan Air Fryer Donuts

Banoffee Pie

Layers of bananas, caramel, whipped cream, and buttery crust make Banoffee Pie the kind of dessert that disappears long before dessert is served.

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Vanilla Blueberry Cake

Made in one bowl and packed with frozen berries, Vanilla Blueberry Cake proves that simple bakes can still taste like something special.

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Mighty Irish Guinness Beer Cake

Chocolate, stout, and a swirl of Baileys whipped cream? Mighty Irish Guinness Beer Cake brings the bold for anyone who believes dessert should never be subtle.

GET THE RECIPE: Guinness Chocolate Cake

Orange Creamsicle Bars

Dreamy and citrusy, Orange Creamsicle Bars taste like childhood summers—just add a breeze and a paper plate.

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Easy Strawberry Galette

Rustic and fruit-forward, Easy Strawberry Galette lets juicy berries do the talking—no pie pan, lattice, or pastry drama required.

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Chocolate Pudding Pie

Cool, creamy, and unapologetically chocolatey, Chocolate Pudding Pie stacks the pudding high and the expectations higher.

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Cara Cara Orange Cake

Cara Cara Orange Cake is bright, fluffy, and laced with cream cheese tang—think citrus sunshine in every slice.

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Warm Lemon Pudding Cakes

Warm Lemon Pudding Cakes spoon up like magic—light sponge on top, lemon custard surprise underneath, and zero leftovers guaranteed.

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Fresh Strawberry Cupcakes with Whipped Cream Frosting

Fresh Strawberry Cupcakes with Whipped Cream Frosting are soft, fruity, and so light they practically float—store-bought could never.

GET THE RECIPE: Strawberry Cupcakes

Strawberry Basil Popsicles

Strawberry Basil Popsicles are the chill-out treat of the season—sweet, creamy, and just herbal enough to keep things interesting.

GET THE RECIPE: Strawberry Basil Popsicles

Tangerine Drizzle Cake

Drizzled and dreamy, Tangerine Drizzle Cake is moist, zesty, and guaranteed to outshine that store-bought pound cake.

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Sweet Lavender Cupcakes

Sweet Lavender Cupcakes with Sugared Flowers and A Honeyed Cream Cheese Frosting deliver garden-party vibes with floral flavor and a honey-kissed finish—yes, they taste as pretty as they look.

GET THE RECIPE: Lavender Cupcakes

Easy Chocolate Dessert

Oreo crust, ganache, whipped cream—Easy Chocolate Dessert is your ticket to indulgence without any of the overthinking.

GET THE RECIPE: Easy Chocolate Dessert

Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream

Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream is cool, creamy, and churn-free, which means more minty magic and fewer dishes.

GET THE RECIPE: Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream