Allow us to introduce you to our best lemon desserts of all time. We love cooking with all types of citrus including oranges, limes, and grapefruit, but there's something about lemon that holds a sweet spot in our heart. Especially when combined with other fresh fruit flavors, like blueberry or raspberry, lemon brings a brightness and tartness to desserts to make them dynamic. These bright and delicious lemon dessert ideas will be the hit of any gathering you bring them to, and we're sure everyone will ask you for the recipe.
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Lemon Lush
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We love a no-bake dessert, especially a refreshing lemon one. Tangy layers of lemon pudding and cream cheese make this Lemon Lush a delightfully zingy treat.
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Lemon-Blueberry Sheet Cake
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When sour lemons pair with tart blueberries, it creates a crave-worthy dynamic flavor duo that is nearly irresistible. Impress your guests with the addition of candied lemon slices atop the luscious frosting.
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Lemon Freeze
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Sometimes called no-bake lemon bars, this retro dessert couldn't be easier to assemble thanks to store-bought shortcuts like jarred lemon curd.
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Lemon Meringue Cheesecake
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Everything you love about a traditional lemon pie is infused in this layered cheesecake. The toasted swoops of meringue on top are sure to impress anyone you serve it to.
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Lemon Cake with Lemon-Thyme Frosting
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Lemon and thyme are used together in savory cooking all the time, but they work just as well paired up in desserts. Here, they work in tandem to transform a simple American buttercream into a special finishing touch on this lemon layer cake.
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Toomer's Lemonade Sheet Cake
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Inspired by the classic drink from Toomer's Drugs in Auburn, Alabama, this sheet cake is a perfect party dessert, whether you're tailgating or celebrating a birthday.
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Lemon-Blueberry Sheet Cake
Pureed blueberries in the frosting give this sheet cake a beautiful pink hue, while lemon in both the cake batter and frosting lends this dessert a subtle zing.
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Lemon Granita
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Think of this lemon granita as a grown-up slushy. You can even top them with Champagne, for a fun, slightly buzzy dessert.
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Easter Egg Lemon Cake With Whipped Cream Topping
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Although this lemon cake is perfect for Easter, mix up the sprinkle decor and it can be your go-to lemon sheet cake year-round.
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Lemon-Lime Poke Cake
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Poke cakes ensure that the inside of the cake has just as much flavor and moisture as the frosting.
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Cranberry Lemon Bars
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Cranberries and lemons come together to create a colorful dessert that's both tangy and sweet.
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Lemon Bar Cheesecake
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Two of our favorite things (lemon + cheesecake) come together in one amazing cake. You're going to want to grab your springform pan immediately.
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Lemon-Cheese Layer Cake
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We'll admit that this is not a casual baking project, but this 8-layer thing of beauty is well worth the effort.
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Lemon-Vanilla Pound Cake with Lavender Glaze
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The bright taste of lemon juice gives a touch of spring to this flavorful dessert.
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Classic Lemon Bars
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There's nothing like a classic lemon bar is there? As a bonus, this recipe includes two fun ways to top them, so you can put a fresh spin on the sweet treat.
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Basil Lemon Bars
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You'll need just 10 ingredients to pull together this herb-infused take on classic lemon bars.
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Lemon-Lime Pound Cake
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Pound cakes are easy by nature, but this Lemon-Lime Pound Cake takes minimal effort with an absolutely delicious result.
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Citrus Pull-Apart Bread
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We can't get enough of this sweet bread. The recipe makes two loaves—you can keep one and share the other, if you're feeling generous.
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Lemon Chiffon Pie
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You can use store-bought crust, if desired, to help this seven-ingredient pie come together a little easier.
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The Lemon Cheese Layer Cake
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You'll find homemade lemon curd sandwiched between the four layers of this lemon cake. The curd will need to chill for 8 hours after it's made, so make sure to prepare it in advance.
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Lemon Meltaways
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This recipe makes three-and-a-half dozen cookies, so you'll have plenty to go around at any gathering.
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Sweet Tea-and-Lemonade Cake
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The Arnold Palmer is remade in cake form. We don't object. Make this cake tipsy by substituting 2 tablespoons vodka or bourbon for the lemon juice in the frosting.
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Shaker Lemon Pie
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This old-fashioned pie is made with thinly sliced whole lemons—peels and all.
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Lemon-Orange Pound Cake
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This recipe is from the cookbook,Stop and Smell the Rosemary, by the Junior League of Houston.And if you ask us, it's a tried-and-true classic.
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Dreamy Lemon Cheesecake
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Prepare the lemon curd for this cheesecake up to two weeks in advance, just store it in the refrigerator.
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Lemon-and-Chocolate Doberge Cake
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This multi-flavored cake is truly a labor of love, but the end result is worth it.
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Lemon-Lime Meringue Pie
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The meringue topping on this pie helps balance out the tartness of the citrus filling.
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Lemon Thumbprint Cookies
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This big-batch recipe combines the tangy taste of lemon and sweet flavor of raspberry together for the perfect treat.
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7UP Bundt Cake
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With this classic recipe, your favorite soft drink transforms into an extra-elegant Bundt cake.
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Best-Ever Lemon Meringue Pie
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What makes this Lemon Meringue Pie the best ever, you ask? The mile-high meringue, of course.
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Blueberry-Lemon Crunch Bars
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A crispy crumble topping is the cherry on top of these delectable, packable bars.
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Strawberry-Lemonade Cake
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What better way to toast to the springtime than with this Strawberry-Lemonade Layer Cake?
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Lemon Drop Meringues
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Drop a little sunshine on your plate with these gorgeous citrus meringues.
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Strawberry-Lemonade Cupcakes
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Transform a box of cake mix into these bright cupcakes that taste totally homemade.
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Lemon-Buttermilk Icebox Pie
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You can make your own graham cracker crust for this icebox pie or use store-bought to save some time.
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Lemon-Orange Chiffon Cake
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The flavor of lemon zest in this cake recipe is found in the buttercream frosting.
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Blueberry Lemon Cake
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In addition to the pictured blueberries, feel free to garnish the top of this layer cake with candied lemon peels as well.
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Cakey Lemon Brownies
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Chewy brownie consistency with the bright flavor of lemon bars? We've met our new favorite dessert.
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Lemon Meringue Cookies
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These melt-in-your-mouth cookies look gorgeous on your favorite cake plate.
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Raspberry-Lemon Cheesecake
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This dreamy cheesecake is a gorgeous blend of tart and sweet flavors.
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Lemon Blueberry Pound Cake
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This stunning pound cake combines fresh blueberries with the sweet tang of lemon.
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Lemon Cupcakes with Raspberry Buttercream
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You don't need expert decorating skills to make these adorable cupcakes picture-perfect. Simply top each one with a lemon slice and raspberry.
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Lemon-Coconut Cake
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The South is known for coconut cake, and this tangy twist on the classic is bound to become your new go-to recipe.
