25 Best Fruit Dessert Recipes to Make the Most of Nature’s Candy
Bars, crumbles, and cakes are the pick of the patch!
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Rich chocolate desserts might come to mind first when your sweet tooth starts to ache, but they don't call fruit "nature's candy" for nothing! No matter what month, you can always find a piece of produce to turn into a tasty fruit dessert. Think blueberries, strawberries, apples, and peaches chopped, simmered, and baked into delicate dessert bars, crumbles, and cakes. Whether you're craving a light lemon loaf to snack on with tea or a fresh fruit tart to finish off a feast, there's a fruit dessert recipe on this list for every occasion and season! You can even use frozen fruit to make many of these fruit dessert recipes, just in case your peach crisp cravings hit before the fruit hits the supermarket shelves.
If you're looking to impress your guests with something special at a Mother’s Day brunch, garden tea party, or summer soirée, try a fancy fruit tart, homemade blueberry bars, or a creamy key lime cheesecake. Or, if you’re simply looking to keep things easy-breezy, try one of our no-bake desserts, like our strawberry icebox cake or homemade dole whip. Of course, we also have plenty of recipes you can make in a flash for a fun weeknight treat, like rainbow fruit skewers, chocolate-covered strawberries, and a juicy fruit salad. No matter what you choose, these fruit dessert recipes are sure to freshen things up!
Strawberry Cheesecake Bars
When you can’t wait the full 12 hours for cheesecake, make these simple and stunning strawberry cheesecake bars in half the time! Their pretty pink hue comes from a pound of strawberries that are boiled with sugar and swirled through the tangy cheesecake filling. It pairs perfectly with a crumbly crust made from sweet vanilla creme sandwich cookies!
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Lemon Loaf
Is there anything a slice of lemon loaf can't fix? The light, bright flavor comes from the loads of lemon juice and zest in the batter and glaze, plus a dash of lemon extract for good measure.
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Mango Sorbet
This refreshing mango sorbet will be your new summer craving. With just a food processor, frozen mango, agave syrup, and fresh lime juice, you can whip up this tangy and healthy frozen treat in no time!
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Blackberry Pie
For a classic fruit dessert, bake a beautiful blackberry pie. The filling is juicy without taking away from the crispness of the crust. Don't forget to serve it with a dollop of whipped cream on top!
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Apple Crumble
This warm fruit crumble has all the elements of a classic apple pie without the hassle of making the crust. Think sweet, tender apples topped with tons of buttery golden goodness! It's best served warm with a big scoop of vanilla ice cream.
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Blueberry Bars
This simple sweet starts and ends with a streusel-inspired dough that serves as both the crust and topping. Buttery, crumbly, and bursting with blueberry flavor, it's one of the best ways to fulfill your berry cravings!
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Strawberry Icebox Cake
Spring and strawberries go together like fall and pumpkin—and this easy icebox cake, layered with graham crackers, cream, and berries, is living proof! Plus, you can make it the night before so that when it's time for dessert, all you have to do is pull it from the fridge and serve.
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Fruit Tart
Adorned with a medley of bright berries (or any seasonal fruit you'd like), this beautiful fruit tart is as vibrant as a bouquet of fresh flowers! Featuring a creamy filling and crisp crust, this tart is both elegant and easy to make.
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Peach Crisp with Maple Cream Sauce
The only thing better than fresh fruit is when it's topped with a crumble, baked to a crisp, and covered in creamy maple sauce! Believe us when we tell you this sweet treat is peachy keen.
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Rainbow Fruit Skewers
Packed with a myriad of fresh fruit and sprinkled doughnut holes, these rainbow fruit skewers double as breakfast and dessert!
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Lemon Tart
Chock full of tangy lemon curd filling, this lemon tart is like sunshine in a slice! It's simple, fresh, and perfect for spring and summer.
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Cherry Dump Cake
Craving a slice of cherry pie minus the hard work? Try this easy cherry dump cake to get your fruity fix! As the name suggests, all you need to do is dump pie filling, cubed butter, and cake mix into a pan and bake.
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Chocolate-Covered Strawberries
If you're looking for a simple and sweet fruit dessert, why not whip up a batch of chocolate-covered strawberries? They only require two ingredients and come together in less than ten minutes!
Fruit Pizza
The closest you can get to tasting a rainbow is diving into a slice of this colorful fruit pizza! It features a buttery cookie crust, fluffy marshmallow frosting, and an assortment of fresh fruit.
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Piña Colada Cake
If you like piña coladas and getting caught in the rain, make this tropical poke cake! Pineapple cake gets soaked in sweet coconut cream and rum and topped with a fluffy coconut and pineapple pudding for a fantastic blend of flavors reminiscent of your favorite summer cocktail.
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Tropical Fruit Galette
Forget a vacation—this fresh fruit galette will transport you to the tropics instantly! It's so easy to make as it calls for store-bought pie crusts, spruced up with a secret layer of chopped coconut flakes and macadamia nuts.
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Key Lime Cheesecake
Inspired by the vibrant, creamy flavors of key lime pie, this zesty cheesecake is a delightful fusion of two beloved desserts. It captures the sweet and tangy essence of key lime pie while boasting the rich, fluffy texture of a classic cheesecake.
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Blackberry Cobbler
Ree's blackberry cobbler is bursting with juicy berries and so easy to make! Swap the blackberries for blueberries, peaches, or cherries if you desire, and serve it with a scoop of ice cream.
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Lemon Bars
When life gives you lemons, make Ree's lovely lemon bars! The buttery, cookie-like crust and sprinkle of powdered sugar at the end make for the perfect balance of tart and sweet.
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Homemade Dole Whip
If you tend to crave a refreshing frozen treat as soon as the weather warms up, you'll want to add this homemade dole whip to your list! It's light, creamy, and full of pineapple flavor.
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