We are into the first week of August and our family is really enjoying all of summer’s fresh fruits! Locally grown produce and some from our very own garden have made it’s way into some of the yummiest desserts! Today, I’d like to share with you 10 of our Family Favorite Summer Desserts! These recipes are sweet and simple, just the way I like them! Enjoy the rest of this summer and share a few of these treats with the ones you love!
This moist and delicious cake is the perfect way to use some of that extra zucchini from the garden. Topped with a homemade, creamy cream cheese frosting, this cake is perfect for a family get together or even a birthday!
2. Fresh Strawberry & Basil Shortcakes
Skip the prepackaged shortcakes at the store and make your own! Topped with juicy fresh strawberries and fresh basil from the garden, this simple dessert can be served any night of the week!
There’s nothing better than warm blueberries bursting with flavor under this buttery and nutty crumble with a scoop of cold vanilla ice cream for dessert after you’ve spend a day at the farm picking berries. This dessert can even be frozen before baking so you can enjoy the fresh taste of blueberries all year round.
4. Blackberry Filled Coffee Cake
Sweet & ripe blackberries are layered in this buttery cake for a simple dessert that’s great with coffee in the evening- or in the morning! Having weekend guests? This cake is also perfect for your Sunday Brunch & can be made ahead of time!
Too hot? Cool off with this delicious treat! Easy to make with bits of fresh peach in every bite! The whole family will love these!
6. Fresh Strawberry Cheesecake Bars
Fresh strawberries and creamy cheesecake blended together to make the perfect dessert! Don’t feel intimidated to try making a cheesecake! These yummy bars are made simple using a 9 x 13 baking dish!
7. Double Chocolate Zucchini Muffins
Who knew that a veggie from the garden and chocolate could taste so good together! These moist “muffins” are great for a weekend breakfast or for dessert! My family just loves them & they are freezer friendly too! Stock up for Back to School time!
Don’t feel like making a pie? Don’t let your fresh peaches go bad! Quickly put together this delicious, buttery and peachy dessert and serve it warm from the oven topped with vanilla ice cream!
9. Blueberry Cobbler Oatmeal Cookies
In the summer use fresh berries and in the winter, you can use dried. Either way these crisp on the outside, chewy on the inside cookies are sure to become a family favorite!
10. Slow Cooker Very Berry Cobbler
If it’s too hot to turn the oven on, get out your slow cooker! This berrylicious dessert can be made with fresh or frozen berries and is always a sweet way to end the day!
I hope you enjoy some of these recipes as much as my family & I do!
Enjoy the rest of your summer!
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