16+ Fresh Fruit Dessert Recipes for Spring and Summer
Summer is a great time to enjoy sweet, juicy fruits in cool, refreshing desserts. From colorful fruit pizzas to fun kabobs, here is a round up of the best fruity treats perfect for any occasion. Most of these recipes are super easy to make and will brighten up your table with their vibrant colors and fresh flavors.
Fruit Pizza Dessert Recipe
This fruit pizza is a perfect summer dessert with its cookie-like crust, creamy frosting layer, and fresh fruit toppings. The eye-catching arrangement of colorful fruits makes it a standout at any gathering. It’s a great way to use seasonal berries and fruits when they’re at their peak freshness and flavor.
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Party Fruit Kabob Recipe
These party fruit kabobs turn ordinary fruit into a fun, handheld treat that’s perfect for parties. The skewers make fruit easy to grab and eat without utensils. You can make them ahead of time for events, and they’re always a hit with both kids and adults. The colorful presentation makes any table look more fun.
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Rainbow Fruit Popsicles
Cool down on hot days with these pretty rainbow fruit popsicles. Each colorful layer brings a different fruity flavor, making them way more fun than plain popsicles. Kids love the bright colors, and parents love that they’re made with real fruit. They’re a perfect healthier treat for summer.
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Berry Cheesecake Kabobs
Berry cheesecake kabobs bring together juicy berries and creamy cheesecake in a fun, portable format. They’re perfect for outdoor events where traditional cheesecake might be too messy. These sweet skewers let guests enjoy all the flavors of cheesecake while walking around and hanging out.
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Berry Waffle Brunch Kabobs
Turn breakfast into something special with these berry waffle kabobs. By putting waffle pieces and fresh berries on skewers, you create a fun twist on a classic breakfast. They’re perfect for brunch gatherings or weekend family breakfasts when you want something a little more exciting than the usual selection.
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Strawberry Cheesecake Trifle
This strawberry cheesecake trifle looks fancy but comes together quickly and easily. The layers of cake, creamy pudding, strawberries, and whipped topping create a showstopping dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. The clear layers in a trifle dish make it look like you spent hours in the kitchen, when it actually takes just minutes to make.
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Strawberry Lime Granita
This strawberry lime granita is the perfect frosty treat for hot summer days. The icy, slushy texture makes it different from a sorbet or smoothie, and the fresh strawberry flavor gets a zingy kick from lime. It’s easy to make with just a few simple ingredients and no special equipment needed – just a freezer and a fork for scraping those perfect icy flakes.
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Raspberry Icebox Cake
This raspberry icebox cake is a no-bake wonder that’s perfect when it’s too hot to turn on the oven. With layers of crisp graham crackers that soften to cake-like texture, creamy filling, and fresh raspberries, it’s a cool and refreshing dessert that’s surprisingly simple to make. Pop it in the fridge and let time do all the work – no baking required!
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Strawberry Mug Cake
This strawberry mug cake is perfect when you want a sweet treat but don’t want to make a full dessert. Ready in just a few minutes in the microwave, it’s a single-serving cake filled with fresh strawberry flavor. The cake comes out warm, soft and fluffy – ideal for when those dessert cravings hit but you don’t want to heat up the oven or spend time on a complicated recipe.
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Cowabunga Fruit Plates
These fun and creative fruit plates look just like Ninja Turtles and make a great movie night treat! They turn healthy snacking into an exciting experience that kids love. Arranged to look like these popular characters, they’re perfect for getting kids to eat fruit who might otherwise say no. Make them for parties, playdates, or just to make snack time a little more special.
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Fresh Fruit Easter Charcuterie Board
This fresh fruit charcuterie board is a beautiful way to serve a variety of fruits at Easter or any spring event. Arranged in an eye-catching display, it’s not only delicious but also works as a colorful centerpiece. The Easter theme makes it perfect for spring celebrations, but you can adapt the concept for any season or holiday just by changing up the fruits and arrangement.
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Strawberry Icebox Cake
This strawberry icebox cake combines layers of sweet, juicy strawberries with graham crackers and a fluffy cream cheese filling. As it chills in the refrigerator, the crackers soften into a cake-like texture, creating a delicious no-bake dessert, that’s perfect for hot summer days. The contrast between the fresh berries and creamy filling makes every bite a dream.
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Eton Mess Cake
This Eton Mess Cake takes the classic British dessert and turns it into a stunning layered cake. With fluffy sponge layers, fresh strawberries, crushed meringue pieces, and whipped cream, it combines all the beloved elements of Eton Mess in cake form. It’s a showstopper dessert that’s sure to impress at any summer party.
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Strawberry White Chocolate Pie
This strawberry white chocolate pie brings together the sweetness of white chocolate with the fresh, juicy flavor of strawberries. The creamy filling is topped with beautifully arranged fresh strawberry slices and drizzled with melted white chocolate. It’s a simple yet elegant dessert that makes a perfect ending to any meal.
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Poire Belle Helene
Poire Belle Helene is a classic French dessert featuring poached pears with a rich chocolate sauce. This elegant treat presents tender, sweet pears topped with velvety chocolate and often served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Despite its fancy French name, it’s surprisingly simple to make and brings a touch of sophistication to your dessert table.
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Nutella Covered Strawberries
Nutella covered strawberries take the classic chocolate-dipped strawberry to a new level by using creamy hazelnut spread instead. These treats combine the fresh, sweet-tart flavor of strawberries with the rich, chocolatey taste of Nutella. They’re quick to make and perfect for a simple dessert or romantic treat.
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