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    Home » Dessert

    Easy Lemon Dessert Recipes

    Published: Aug 9, 2022 · Updated: Aug 25, 2022 by Jennifer · This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

    Easy lemon dessert recipes are crowd pleasers. Get recipes for lemon posset, mini lemon cheesecakes, lemon truffles, donuts and more in this roundup from your favorite food bloggers.

    If you're after a lemon bar recipe, no need to scroll through the roundup.

    Get Lemon Bars with Graham Cracker Crust or regular Lemon Bars.

    Or a Lemon Blackberry Cake?

    Or, maybe a cookie instead like Copycat Panera Lemon Drop Cookies Recipe or Lemon Shortbread Heart Cookies Recipe

    Or, a Lemon Drop Martini (3-Ingredient Recipe with Limoncello)?

    lemon bars on a wire rack
    Lemon bars can be made in a one bowl with a spatula, no mixer required. Plus the crust can be patted into place--not fussing with a rolling pin.

    Tips for Easy Lemon Dessert Recipes

    I implore you, no matter which recipe you try, use fresh lemon juice.

    The difference in taste between fresh lemon juice and a bottle of pasteurized lemon juice that's been sitting on a grocery store shelf for who knows how long is incomparable.

    The Saticoy Lemon Association says the key to choosing a good lemon is to pick one heavy for its size with a thin skin, which has a light shine. The fruit, technically a berry, should yield slightly to the touch.

    Cookware choice for baking lemon desserts.

    Some people say that baking a dessert, such as lemon bars, should be done in a glass or ceramic baking dish because a metal pan made of iron, copper or aluminum can give your baked goods a metallic taste.

    However, I have never noticed this and my taste buds are pretty sensitive. I can't remember the last time I made a lemon dessert in a glass pan.

    I usually use an aluminum pan lined with parchment paper.

    Maybe because I'm lining the pan with parchment I don't notice?

    Did you know you can freeze lemon zest?

    You can even freeze lemon bars.

    Get Lemon Facts from Sunkist

    How Do I Get Zest from a Lemon?

    A microplane grater is the best way to remove zest or the colored part of a lemon or another citrus fruit. Put a piece of wax paper or parchment on your counter or workspace. Hold the lemon with your dominant hand and run it repeatedly over the sharp teeth of the microplane until you have a nice shower of lemon zest on the paper. microplane zester laying on a white background next to a small pile of lemon zest and a lemon

    Pro tip: once you've zested the lemon, immediately scrub the Microplane grater with hot, soapy water. Citrus zest, once it's dried, is tough to remove.

    Easy Lemon Dessert Recipes

    Easy lemon dessert recipes are crowd pleasers. Get recipes for lemon posset, truffles, cupcakes, pies and more.

    Photo Credit: www.simplyhappyfoodie.com

    Instant Pot Lemon Curd

    Instant Pot Lemon Curd is an easy, delicious recipe. Use this tartly sweet confection in yogurt, on toast, on cakes, or wherever you like.

    Photo Credit: sugarspunrun.com

    Lemon Cheesecake

    Lemon Cheesecake uses homemade lemon curd for a bright and sunny flavor. This recipe is simple and uses NO water bath with beautiful, smooth results.

    Photo Credit: www.lovefromtheoven.com

    Lemon Bundt Cake

    This scrumptious lemon bundt cake, topped with delicious lemon cream cheese frosting, is a perfect way to brighten up a winter day.

    Photo Credit: thedeliciousspoon.com

    Lemony Keto Blueberry Cake-Perfect for special occasions or a snack

    This easy lemon-y blueberry cake requires just 2 bowls and is topped with a smooth, creamy frosting for a dessert that’s just mouthwatering.

    Photo Credit: meaningfuleats.com

    Gluten-Free Lemon Layer Cake

    Gluten-free lemon cake is like sunshine on a plate! It’s the BEST lemon cake I’ve ever made! With a light and lemony cake and a whipped cream cheese frosting, this cake is worthy of any celebration!

    Photo Credit: bakingwithbutter.com

    The Best Lemon Curd Donuts

    Lemon curd donuts are made with soft brioche dough and filled with sweet and tangy lemon curd.

    Photo Credit: homegrownhappiness.co.nz

    Lemon Cheesecake Ice Cream

    This decadent lemon ice cream tastes just like lemon cheesecake! It’s got swirls of lemon curd, buttery biscuit and a creamy no-churn cheesecake ice cream base. This decadent lemon ice cream tastes just like lemon cheesecake

    Photo Credit: homegrownhappiness.co.nz

    Lemon White Chocolate Truffles

    Decadent lemon white chocolate truffles made with white chocolate ganache and fresh lemon, tossed in shredded coconut.

    Photo Credit: littlehaloj.com

    Strawberry Lemon Mason Jar Dessert

    What could be better than enjoying a delicious, refreshing Summer dessert that’s easy to make? This Strawberry Lemon Mason Jar Dessert is perfect for any occasion.

    Photo Credit: powered-by-mom.com

    Lemon Icebox Cake – No-Bake

    This No-Bake Lemon Icebox Cake is layered with deliciousness! Crunchy, creamy, sweet, and just a bit tart, it’s a perfect dessert any time of year

    Photo Credit: tastytreatsandeats.com

    Instant Pot Lemon Cheesecake

    This Instant Pot Lemon Cheesecake has a tarty sweet taste and with a rich, creamy consistency. Topped with whipped cream or fresh raspberries, this decadent dessert will surely wow your dinner guests.

    If you make this recipe please leave a comment and/or give the recipe a rating. Thanks! 🙂

    If you make the recipe, tag me @kitchenserf on Instagram or Facebook or TikTok.

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    About Jennifer

    Hi, I'm Jennifer Osborn, the food photographer and recipe developer at Kitchen Serf. You'll find easy, delish dessert recipes for the lazy home cook.
    Have you ever found your desserts at a spaghetti supper dumped in a trash bin? I once did and it was mortifying. I help you avoid that situation with successful recipes for amazing cookies, bars, pies and cakes that people won't stop eating.

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