18 Refreshing Lemon Dessert Recipes For Any Occasion

Lemon desserts are so refreshing and suit any occasion. Whether you’re planning a potluck, baby or bridal shower or simply a lemon-lover looking for a new treat, we’ve rounded up our lemony favorites!

Lemon Pudding Poke Cake

This Lemon Pudding Poke Cake is a moist and flavorful delight for lemon lovers. This recipe combines a moist lemon cake with creamy lemon pudding for a crowd-pleasing dessert that’s easy to whip up for any occasion. Get the Recipe: Lemon Pudding Poke Cake

Old-Fashioned Lemon Loaf

This Glazed Lemon Loaf Cake is super-easy to make and bursting with lemon flavor. It’s been in the family for generations and a go-to for any occasion. Get the Recipe: Lemon Loaf

Lemon Zucchini Bread

Serve this yummy lemon Zucchini Bread with your favorite cup of coffee and tea and enjoy! Get the Recipe: Lemon Zucchini Bread

Lemon Ricotta Cookies

These Lemon Ricotta Cookies are soft and cake-like with a light lemony drizzle on top. They’re perfect for wedding receptions, showers and gift-giving during the holidays. Get the Recipe: Lemon Ricotta Cookies

Lemon Cheesecake Bars

You’ll love how easy these Lemon Cheesecake Bars are to make! Featuring a lemony creamy cheesecake filling, they’re perfect for potlucks, picics or wedding showers. Get the Recipe: Lemon Cheesecake Bars

Cream Cheese Lemonade Pie

This easy Cream Cheese Lemonade Pie recipe features a graham cracker crust with a luscious lemony cream cheese filling. The contrast in this chilled creamy lemonade pie makes for a very satisfying and refreshing dessert!! Get the Recipe: Cream Cheese Lemonade Pie

Lemon Icebox Cake

This creamy Lemon Icebox Cake is the perfect no-bake treat for scorching summer days. With layers of tangy lemon cookies and smooth lemon cheesecake, all topped with a light, airy whipped cream, it’s bursting with bright lemon flavor! Get the Recipe: Lemon Icebox Cake

Lemon Pudding Cake

Indulge in the perfect blend of lemon pudding and tender lemon cake with this scrumptious Lemon Pudding Cake recipe. Ideal for lemon enthusiasts, this easy-to-make dessert is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser. Get the Recipe: Lemon Pudding Cake

Lemon Basil Cupcakes

If you want a light, bright dessert that sings of Spring, try these Lemon Basil Cupcakes! Zingy citrus is balanced with herbaceous bits of basil in a fluffy cupcake topped with lemon buttercream frosting. Get the Recipe: Lemon Basil Cupcake

Lemon Blondies

Also known as lemon brownies, these are sweet, moist, and intensely flavored lemon bars with a finger-licking glaze. They require few ingredients, are easy to make and I know everybody loves them, so I always take them to potlucks, bake sales and barbecues. They also make a great after-school snack, keep for several days and can be frozen. Get the Recipe: Lemon Blondies

Lemon Cheesecake Parfait

This Lemon Cheesecake Parfait is the ideal no-bake dessert for Spring and Summer. With its bright citrus flavor and creamy texture, this treat combines cheesecake and mousse for an easy, elegant, and delicious option that’s both simpler and more delightful than traditional cheesecake. Get the Recipe: Lemon Cheesecake Parfait

Homemade Lemon Ice Cream

This homemade lemon ice cream recipe is very easy to make and big in flavor, as are all of our no-churn ice creams. With a ripple of lemon curd, it has a smooth, velvety texture and irresistible taste. Enjoyed as is or with a topping, this frozen dessert is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Get the Recipe: Homemade Lemon Ice Cream

LEMON ICEBOX PIE

What could be better than a simple, easy lemon icebox pie recipe? Eagle Brand condensed milk, egg yolks and a homemade graham cracker crust come together to make the perfect pie! This is the best lemon icebox pie with condensed milk! Get the Recipe: LEMON ICEBOX PIE

ITALIAN LEMON DROP COOKIES

Bake up these Italian Lemon Drop Cookies just like the pros at your local bakery. These cookies have a cakey, lemony texture and are baked to a light golden brown. After they cool, they are smothered in a bright, fresh lemony icing. Yum! Get the Recipe: ITALIAN LEMON DROP COOKIES

Lemon Meltaway Cookies

Lemon Meltaway Cookies – Simple, buttery, delicate and crumbly lemon cookie that is crowned with vibrant zesty frosting. A perfect cookie recipe for the festive season! Get the Recipe: Lemon Meltaway Cookies

Lemon and Elderflower Cake

This beautiful lemon and elderflower cake is made for special occasions and big celebrations! Three layers of light and fragrant sponge flavoured with lemon and elderflower and filled with fluffy elderflower buttercream and sweet and tangy lemon curd. The cake is finished with an elegant, white chocolate ganache drip for an eye-catching and very memorable bake! Get the Recipe: Lemon and Elderflower Cake

Lemon Sour Cream Pound Cake

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Lemon Bars With Shortbread Crust

These old-fashioned lemon bars feature a buttery shortbread crust, lemony filling and sprinkle of powdered sugar on top. Get the Recipe: Lemon Bars With Shortbread Crust