Squeeze the Day with These 16 Sweet and Tangy Lemon Recipes

Jenny deRemer

Mar 27, 2025

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When life gives you lemons, make dessert—lots of it! From the silky richness of Honey Lemon Curd to the gooey goodness of Pucker-Up Creamy Lemon Squares, this lineup is pure citrus bliss. Craving something fluffy? Sink your fork into a Lemon Chiffon Pie with Cornflakes Crust, or keep it classic with Lemon Bars with Shortbread Crust. And for those who love a little floral flair, the Lemon Lavender Cake is here to brighten your day. Meanwhile, the Strawberry Lemon Cheesecake Lasagna layers tart and sweet like a dream, and if you’re all about zesty mornings, Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins will have you jumping out of bed. Whether baked, brûléed, or blissfully no-bake, these sweet lemon recipes prove that a little citrus goes a long way!

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Honey Lemon Curd

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A jar of bright yellow lemon curd surrounded by fresh lemons and a wooden juicer, set on a light countertop.
Image Credit: Living Chirpy

Honey Lemon Curd is a sweet, tangy delight perfect for spreading, swirling, or drizzling over your favorite treats. Just five ingredients and pure citrus bliss!

To learn more: Honey Lemon Curd

Pucker-up Creamy Lemon Squares

A close-up of a slice of layered lemon cheesecake topped with whipped cream and a slice of lemon, garnished with mint leaves.
Image Credit: Little Spice Jar

Creamy Lemon Squares are the ultimate zesty treat—smooth, tangy, and bursting with fresh lemon flavor. Perfect for brightening up any warm day!

To learn more: Pucker-up Creamy Lemon Squares

Lemon Bars with Shortbread Crust

Three lemon bars stacked on a black surface, dusted with powdered sugar, with fresh lemon slices in the background.
Image Credit: Chew Out Loud

Lemony Lemon Bars with Shortbread Crust combine rich, buttery shortbread with a velvety, tangy lemon custard. Every bite melts in your mouth—pure citrus bliss!

To learn more: Lemon Bars with Shortbread Crust

Lemon Chiffon Pie with Cornflakes Crust

A slice of lemon cream pie topped with whipped cream and lemon zest, set on a white plate with a lemon beside it.
Image Credit: Boulder Locavore

Lemon Chiffon Pie is a light, dreamy dessert with a refreshing citrus kick, nestled in a vintage Cornflakes crust for the perfect sweet crunch—no baking required!

To learn more: Lemon Chiffon Pie with Cornflakes Crust

County Fair Lemon Pie

A lemon pie topped with whipped cream and lemon slices, surrounded by a crumbly crust, rests on a rustic wooden table.
Image Credit: Not Entirely Average

No-Bake County Fair Lemon Pie is a bright, zesty treat perfect for special occasions or anytime a lemony dessert calls. A guaranteed blue-ribbon winner!

To learn more: County Fair Lemon Pie

Strawberry Lemon Cheesecake Lasagna

Close-up of a dessert slice featuring layers of creamy vanilla pudding, strawberry topping, whipped cream, and a cookie garnish.
Image Credit: Xoxo Bella

Strawberry Lemon Cheesecake Lasagna is a no-bake delight with layers of creamy, citrusy sweetness, a cookie crust, and juicy strawberries. Light, luscious, and irresistibly dreamy!

To learn more: Strawberry Lemon Cheesecake Lasagna

Lemon Blueberry Muffins

Close-up of a golden, crumbly blueberry muffin topped with lemon zest, surrounded by fresh blueberries and lemon slices.
Image Credit: Vegan Huggs

Lemon Blueberry Muffins are bursting with juicy berries and bright citrus zest, topped with a sweet, golden lemon-sugar crust. Soft, flavorful, and ready in no time!

To learn more: Lemon Blueberry Muffins

Lemon Icebox Cake

A close-up of a layered lemon dessert topped with whipped cream and a lemon slice, showcasing its creamy texture and crumbled base.
Image Credit: The Country Cook

Lemon Icebox Cake layers buttery shortbread with a creamy, zesty lemon filling for a refreshingly sweet treat—no oven required!

To learn more: Lemon Icebox Cake

Lemon Lavender Cake

A slice of lemon cake with creamy frosting, garnished with purple flowers, on a decorative plate with a fork nearby.
Image Credit: Live To Sweet

Lemon Lavender Cake is a delicate, fragrant delight—light, tender, and bursting with citrusy sweetness and floral elegance in every bite!

To learn more: Lemon Lavender Cake

Easy Lemon Posset Brûlée

Baked lemon halves with a caramelized top, garnished with a twist of lemon zest and fresh mint leaves, on a rustic tray.
Image Credit: Xoxo Bella

Lemon Posset Brûlée is the perfect balance of elegance and simplicity—creamy, citrusy, and caramelized to perfection. A must-try for any lemon lover!

To learn more: Easy Lemon Posset Brûlée

Mini Lemon Tarts with Phyllo Cups

Mini lemon cream tarts topped with whipped cream and lemon zest in crispy phyllo pastry shells, arranged on a white platter.
Image Credit: The Savory Cipolla

Mini Lemon Tarts with Phyllo Cups are crisp, golden bites filled with luscious lemon curd and topped with homemade whipped cream. Tiny, tangy, and totally irresistible!

To learn more: Mini Lemon Tarts with Phyllo Cups

Lemon Pistachio Cake with Lovely Lemon Frosting

A sliced cake topped with fresh strawberries and crushed pistachios, revealing green layers and creamy frosting inside.
Image Credit: Ambitious Kitchen

Lemon Pistachio Cake is a gluten-free delight, bursting with fresh lemon flavor, topped with luscious frosting, and finished with juicy berries. Perfect for any special occasion!

To learn more: Lemon Pistachio Cake with Lovely Lemon Frosting

Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins

A group of eight freshly baked poppy seed muffins, arranged on a marble surface, with one muffin in a paper liner.
Image Credit: Recipes Made With Love

Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins are bright, zesty, and irresistibly tender—perfect for a quick snack and surprisingly easy to whip up with simple ingredients!

To learn more: Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins

Lemon Rolls

A warm tray of lemon rolls topped with creamy icing and lemon slices, set on a light countertop with lemon wedges nearby.
Image Credit: I Heart Eating

Lemon Rolls by I Heart Eating are soft, pillowy sweet rolls swirled with zesty lemon sugar and topped with luscious cream cheese frosting. A citrusy twist on a classic favorite!

To learn more: Lemon Rolls

Blackberry Lemon Bread (Vegan)

A sliced loaf cake filled with blackberries, drizzled with berry sauce, resting on a wooden cutting board.
Image Credit: Inspired Epicurean

Blackberry Lemon Bread is a vibrant summer treat, packed with fresh berries, zesty citrus, and a double glaze—plus, it’s completely vegan for a feel-good indulgence!

To learn more: Blackberry Lemon Bread (Vegan)

Lemon Poppy Seed Loaf

Sliced lemon poppy seed cake drizzled with icing, garnished with lemon slices, on parchment paper with poppy seeds scattered.
Image Credit: Xoxo Bella

Lemon Poppy Seed Loaf is ultra-moist, perfectly sweet, and topped with a tangy icing—like the famous coffee shop version, but better! That subtle crunch makes every bite irresistible.

To learn more: Lemon Poppy Seed Loaf

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About Jenny deRemer

I am a Charleston, South Carolina-based culinary novice, an ardent authority on all things travel, a designer by trade, and the creator of Not Entirely Average. I have a weakness for farmers' markets, delight in adventures way off the beaten path, enjoy documenting my many moods through photography, and have been known to conquer the occasional yard sale with gusto!

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