What are the best summer desserts — we have the answers and recipes

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During the summer time, dessert is always on the menu, however we look for light desserts that do not take a lot of work or oven time.  What is your go to dish to bring for a potluck or to breakout during the summer heat?  Here is a list of some of the best summer desserts to give a try this season.

1. Blueberry Lemon Cheesecake – a light mix of flavors that melt in your mouth

2. Walking Strawberry Pretzel Salad – easy to put together and take on the go

3. Raspberry Cake with Lemon Buttercream – light, fruity, and fluffy

4. Strawberry Shortcake Baked Donuts – A twist on a summer classic

5. Cherry Cheesecake – Packed with flavor you wouldn’t anticipate

6. Key Lime Pie – Who doesn’t love this?

7. Summer Fruit Dessert Pizza – Easy to make with the kids

8. Summer Berry Trifle – A fancy summer treat

9. Orange Dessert Fruit Salad – A grown up treat for a warm summer night

10. Watermelon Sorbet – A cold twist on a summer favorite