A moist lemon cake is topped with tart lemon curd and whipped topping for an easy and delicious lemon poke cake that is fit for any season. I know, I know. It’s September and I’m giving you a lemon recipe. In my defense, I have tons of fall recipes coming for you really soon. In …
Summer Recipes
With the bright sunshine and soaring temperatures, it’s time to embrace the vibrant flavors and refreshing dishes that define the summer season. Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue, planning a picnic in the park, or simply looking for a light and satisfying meal, these summer recipes have got you covered.
From delicious dips and tangy salads to inventive twists on classic favorites, our recipes showcase the best of the season’s flavors. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a beginner in the kitchen, our easy-to-follow recipes will inspire you to create mouthwatering dishes that celebrate the essence of summer.
From light and refreshing options to indulgent treats, we have all of the recipes you need to fill this season with delicious memories.
With a moist crumb and a crunchy sugar topping, these zucchini muffins make for a delicious breakfast or afternoon snack. Even zucchini haters will love these muffins! I know that fall is just around the corner, but with this week’s heat wave, I just can’t think about pumpkin just yet. Besides, I’m still trying to …
Lemon zucchini cake is light, delicious and loaded with a bright, lemony flavor. Enjoy it with a cup of tea for breakfast or snack time – or both! I have what is basically the opposite of a green thumb. What I’m sayin’ is that I can’t keep plants alive. I’ve been known to kill mint …
Bursting with black beans, peppers, tomatoes and fire-roasted corn and topped with a zesty dressing, this southwest pasta salad makes for a flavorful side dish or a filling lunch. It’s back to school week. Anyone who has school-age kids knows that means this week is going to be nuts. Getting back into the school routine …
Key lime poke cake takes all of the amazing flavors of key lime pie and combines them with a sweet vanilla cake for an easy, crowd-pleasing dessert. I’m rounding out my week of easy recipes with yet another poke cake. I know, I know. But when I love something, I think it’s fun to come …
Love pineapple? Then take it to the next level by putting it on the grill! Grilled pineapple is delicious for breakfast or dessert and can be served in so many different ways. I told you earlier this week that we’re keeping things simple when it comes to recipes this week. And we’re still leaning into …
Grilled pound cake is a simple, surprisingly elegant summer dessert that can be made with store-bought or homemade pound cake. Serve it with fruit, ice cream, whipped cream, or even yogurt for a phenomenal end to any meal. The end of summer is exhausting. I love having Elle home during the summer, and this one …
Cherry pie is a classic for a reason! With a crisp, flaky crust and juicy, sweet cherries, this pie is one you will crave all year round. I know we only have a few more weeks of summer. Depending on where you live, some kids already headed back to school this week. So let’s soak …
With a cookie-like crust, tangy cream cheese, and sweet cherry pie filling, this layered cherry cheesecake dessert is a simple way to enjoy cheesecake any day of the week. If you’ve been around here for a while, you know how much I love cheesecake. Cheesecake recipes are some of my very favorite things to make. …
Chewy chocolate chip cookie dough covers an entire graham cracker square and a marshmallow to create these giant s’mores cookies. These are the ultimate s’mores treat! By now, anyone who has been reading MBA for a while knows that TikTok has become one of my favorite places for recipe inspiration. The algorithm really knows me, …
Packed with bacon, veggies, cheddar cheese, and ranch dressing, this bacon ranch pasta salad is a must for your next cookout. Summer is pasta salad season. I hope I’m not the first one to tell you! I love whipping up a simple but delicious pasta salad to take to a summer cookout, to have for …
Made with fresh or frozen peaches, this peach cobbler is buttery and perfectly sweet. Serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. I spent a lot of my life thinking I didn’t like warm, baked fruit desserts. But then one day several years ago I had some peaches from the farmer’s market and …
This ice cream sandwich cake is a kid’s dream come true! Made with ice cream sandwiches, fudge sauce, Oreo cookies and Cool Whip, this easy dessert is one of the best summer treats you can make. We put in a pool a couple of summers ago and that means that Elle’s friends are over all …
The best balance of tart and sweet, this refreshing lemon sorbet tastes like a frozen lemonade – perfect for any hot summer day. Anyone who has made homemade ice cream can tell you that it is one of the best things about summer. Whether it’s rocky road ice cream, peach ice cream, or key lime pie …
Calling all lemon lovers! This layered lemon dessert is the perfect combination of sweet and tart, with a cookie-like crust, tangy cream cheese, lemon pudding, lemon curd, and whipped topping. It’s no secret that I love lemon desserts. I mean, don’t get me wrong, I love chocolate, but most days I’ll choose a lemon dessert …
This easy peach coffee cake takes a handful of pantry staple ingredients and turns them into something special! This is a recipe you can make for breakfast, afternoon snack, or dessert any time of year. Coffee cake is such a versatile thing to make. I mean, it’s hard to find another baked good that is …
Strawberry shortcake cupcakes turn a summertime favorite into a portable dessert! Lightly sweet yellow cupcakes are filled with strawberries, topped with whipped cream frosting, and finished with more diced strawberries. They’re almost too pretty to eat! This summer has been pool time, pool time, and more pool time. We even turned our shed into a …
Tart lemon and sweet blueberries combine in this lemon-blueberry bundt cake for a summery dessert that can’t be beat. Dust it with powdered sugar or top it with a lemony cream cheese glaze for the perfect finish. I know it’s controversial, but I would choose a lemony dessert over a chocolatey dessert nearly any day. …
Tender blueberry scones include lemon zest and a tart lemon glaze for a bright and flavorful scone that is as delicious with your afternoon coffee or tea as it is for breakfast. You guys know that I love a good scone. If I have my choice between a scone and a doughnut (even a frosted …
If you love the lip-puckering flavor of limes, you will adore this simple lime curd! Make this tart curd in minutes using the microwave and you’ll have the perfect addition to so many desserts. My super simple microwave lemon curd is one of my favorite recipes and one of my top reader recipes – and for …
With a sweet and salty pretzel crust, fluffy peanut butter layer, and silky chocolate pudding, this peanut butter pretzel dessert is a decadent twist on peanut butter pie. One of my favorite things to make right now are big, layered desserts. My brownie trifle is super popular any time I make it for a party …
This easy blackberry cobbler is made with Bisquick for a simple yet delicious dessert. Serve it with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for the perfect ending to a summer meal. Now that we’re into summer, it’s all about berries for me. Strawberry shortcake, lemon raspberry scones, and berry crisp are just a few of …
Want to up your grilling game? Use this recipe for the best grilled chicken marinade to make your grilled chicken super juicy and flavorful and wait for the compliments to roll in! It’s grilling season! It’s time to load up the grill with burgers, brats, and chicken and make batch after batch of easy potato …
Top a buttery shortbread crust with a creamy pudding filling, slices of bananas, and whipped topping for these easy and delicious banana cream bars. I love a cool, creamy dessert during the summer. Recipes like strawberry pretzel salad, layered pistachio pudding dessert, and brownie trifle are so sweet and delicious while also being perfect for …