These Summer Desserts Will Sweeten Any Backyard Cookout (2024)

Blackberries are at their sweetest and juiciest during the hot days of summer, so it's the perfect time to make this homemade blackberry pie. Not only is it bursting with berry flavor, but it's also the prettiest color purple you'll ever see.

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This recipe has all the flavors of an orange creamsicle, plus the added bonus of a graham cracker crust and luscious cheesecake filling. The best part? You don't even need to turn on the oven to make them.

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A frosty milkshake sounds like the perfect way to cool down this summer. And if you’re a fan of all things chocolate, then you’ll love this recipe made with chocolate ice cream, chocolate milk, chocolate syrup, and chocolate whipped cream.

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Icebox cakes are a breeze to make. You simply whip up the creamy filling, layer it with Oreos and fresh, juicy raspberries, and pop it in the fridge.

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When you have an abundance of zucchini from your garden or the farmer’s market, it’s the perfect excuse to make this chocolate zucchini bread. The combination of milk and bittersweet chocolate chips, along with cocoa powder, makes it extra fudgy.

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This summery cobbler has a sweet biscuit topping. It’s easier than fussing with pie crust but just as scrumptious and it tastes even better with a scoop of ice cream on top.

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Tart lemons and sweet blueberries are a match made in dessert heaven. They come together in an easy 9-by-13-inch cake topped with a lemony cream cheese frosting.

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This remake of the beloved ice cream truck pop is surprisingly easy to whip up. It only requires five ingredients, plus wooden sticks and popsicle molds.

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This recipe will instant brighten up any backyard cookout. It's a unique concept that starts with a cookie crust topped with frosting and fresh fruits as the "toppings."

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This pie is like a giant ice cream sundae that's fit for a crowd. It even has a waffle cone crust, strawberry ice cream filling, and whipped cream on top.

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There's nothing more patriotic than a red, white, and blue treat! But these easy ice cream sandwiches can really be made throughout the summer, too. Just switch up the sprinkle colors depending on the occasion.

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This retro dessert is making a comeback and it's easy to see why. The glistening pineapple and sweet cherries will bring a fun, tropical flavor to any party.

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Inspired by a trip to the beach, this pie has a bright and sunny filling and a sweet-and-salty cracker crust. It's perfect for serving up with a big dollop of whipped cream.

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Put fresh, seasonal cherries to good use in this creamy, frozen homemade sherbet. It has a touch of cherry booze to give it even more cherry flavor.

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For a fun twist on key lime pie, this recipe has the same tart flavors you know and love, plus the fluffy texture of a classic cheesecake. It even has the traditional graham cracker crust!

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You can use your grill for more than just burgers or hot dogs! It's also a great way to add a caramelized char to these seasonal peaches. Top them off with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, and dessert is served.

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This cool, creamy cheesecake has a filling that looks as delightful as it tastes. The trick is using strawberry Jell-O to help the cheesecake stand nice and tall. It also gives the dessert its pretty pink color.

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There's no need to build a fire for this twist on a classic childhood favorite. The flavors of s'mores are layered into a scrumptious chocolate and marshmallow dessert.

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This no-bake pie will hit the spot on a scorching summer day. It has an Oreo cookie crust and a creamy berry filling made with two not-so-secret ingredients: raspberry yogurt and instant vanilla pudding.

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No canned peaches here. This homemade pie is all about the juicy, freshness of seasonal summer peaches. There's also a hint of flavor from cardamom, ginger, and lemon.

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