59 Easy Fruit Desserts That Require No Baking

Updated on Sep. 20, 2024

Easy fruit desserts are always in season. These no-bake treats are perfect for when you're running low on time but craving lots of flavor.

Easy fruit desserts only get better when those recipes are also no-bake. These oven-free treats range from n0-bake cheesecakes to icebox cakes to homemade ice pops.
You can also explore some of these no-bake Thanksgiving desserts to make your preparations breezy!

No matter which route you take, these treats will hit the spot while proving that fuss-free is the way to go.

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Key Lime Cream Pie

Total Time 40 min
Servings 12 servings
From the Recipe Creator: I am very proud of this luscious no-bake beauty. It's so cool and refreshing—perfect for any summer potluck or get-together. Wherever I take this pie, it quickly disappears, and everyone asks for the recipe. —Shirley Rickis, Lady Lake, Florida

The classic Key lime pie gets a mile-high makeover with this easy fruit dessert. A creamy lime filling gets topped with heaps of homemade whipped cream and a sprinkling of toasted coconut.

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Bing Cherry-Amaretti Fool

Total Time 30 min
Servings 8 servings
From the Recipe Creator: When Bing cherries are in season, I make this fruity custard-style fool. The sweet cherries and whipped cream balance perfectly with the sour cream. —Mary Ann Lee, Clifton Park, New York

Bing cherries are one of our favorite types of cherries because of their rich color and perfectly sweet flavor. In this fool, a custard British dessert, the cherries really shine.

No-Bake Lemon Pie

Easy fruit desserts don’t get simpler than this no-bake pie. Whip together sweetened condensed milk, lemon juice and whipped topping to make a creamy pie filling. Spread that into a premade pie crust and you’ve got a treat that will have friends asking for seconds!

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Strawberry Pretzel Pie

Total Time 45 min
Servings 16 servings
From the Recipe Creator: This cool no-bake strawberry pie is the perfect cure for your sweet tooth, especially in summer. Made with pantry staples, it is as easy as pie to make and has become one of my most requested warm-weather treats. —Shauna Havey, Roy, Utah

If you love the classic strawberry pretzel salad, you’ll certainly adore the pie version of this treat. When it comes to easy fruit desserts, this one is uniquely satisfying thanks to the sweet and salty combination.

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Banana Pudding

Total Time 35 min
Servings 9 servings
From the Recipe Creator: I didn’t see my son, Lance Corporal Eric Harris, for more than two years after he enlisted in the Marines after high school. And when I saw him arrive at the airport, I just grabbed hold of him and burst out crying. When we got home, the first thing he ate was two bowls of my easy banana pudding recipe. He’s a true southern boy! It’s a dessert, but you can have it for breakfast, lunch or dinner. —Stephanie Harris, Montpelier, Virginia

Who can resist banana pudding? This version uses Nilla Wafer cookies as the cookie component, however you could also use your favorite packaged shortbread cookies.

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Frozen Fruit Whip

Total Time 5 min
Servings 8 servings

A quick no-bake dessert is never far when you have this whipped treat in the freezer. To make, fold together berries, sweetened condensed milk and whipped topping. It will store well for up to six months.

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Strawberry Banana Pudding

Total Time 20 min
Servings 12 servings
From the Recipe Creator: I add in additional fruit to get a little closer to all those servings you need every day. You can also try using different flavored puddings and fruit to switch up the recipe. —Jackie Termont, Richmond, Virginia

Strawberry and banana is an iconic flavor combination. These two fruits get layered together in this no-bake dessert between graham crackers and whipped topping.

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Mixed Berry Pie

Total Time 1 hour 25 min
Servings 8 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Here's a delightful way to enjoy summertime fruits. If you're short on one of the berries, just make up the amount with one of the other fruits in the pie. —Elaine Moody, Clever, Missouri
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4-Ingredient Watermelon Sorbet

Total Time 35 min
Servings 6 servings
From the Recipe Creator: No ice cream maker is needed to make this easy, 3-ingredient watermelon sorbet recipe. We couldn't keep enough watermelon in the house to keep up with the demand! —Kory Figura, Waverly, Iowa

No ice cream maker is needed to make this easy, 4-ingredient watermelon sorbet recipe. Instead, use a blender or food processor to combine the ingredients before moving the mix to the freezer.

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Fruit Kabobs with Margarita Dip

Total Time 25 min
Servings 6 kabobs (1-1/2 cups dip)
From the Recipe Creator: Your adult guests will love the flavor of this cool and creamy margarita fruit dip recipe. Serve the kabobs either as a snack or dessert. —Michelle Zapf, Kingsland, Georgia

A splash of tequila and orange juice make this fruit dip taste just like the classic summer cocktail. Pair this dip with plenty of fresh berries and tropical fruits like pineapple and mango.

If you love mangoes, you should try this marvelous no-bake sweet mango delicacy- mango delight!

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Fresas con Crema

Total Time 10 min
Servings 4 servings
From the Recipe Creator: This refreshing dessert is wonderful when berries are in season. Media crema is a rich, unsweetened cream found in the baking aisle or ethnic food section of the grocery store. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen

This refreshing fresas con crema recipe is wonderful when berries are in season. Media crema is a rich, unsweetened cream found in the baking aisle or ethnic food section of the grocery store. It’s similar to creme fraiche and sour cream, although sour cream is a bit tangier.

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Peach Crisp Parfait Pops

Total Time 15 min
Servings 8 servings
From the Recipe Creator: My little ones love fruit crisps and ice pops. I created a healthy and delicious treat that combines the two. For a sweet addition, use cinnamon sticks in place of the wooden pop sticks. —Carmell Childs, Orangeville, Utah

The secret to the crisp-like texture in these fruit pops? Granola! Feel free to swap out peaches for whatever fruit crisp flavor combo you like best.

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Easy Fresh Strawberry Pie

Total Time 35 min
Servings 8 servings
From the Recipe Creator: For my mother's birthday, I made this strawberry pie recipe instead of a cake. Since it was mid-May in Oklahoma, the berries were absolutely perfect. It was a memorable occasion for the whole family. —Josh Carter, Birmingham, Alabama

For an easy summer dessert, use a premade pie crust. Then fill it with heaps of fresh berries. The only extra this treat needs is a dollop of whipped cream.

Lemon Icebox Cake

Icebox cakes are some of the best no-bake desserts you can make. When creamy ingredients are layered with wafers or cookies, the two mesh to create a cake-like treat. This lemon version uses graham crackers, cream cheese and lemon pudding mix.

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Strawberry Cheesecake Bites

Total Time 30 min
Servings 20 servings
From the Recipe Creator: These treats are a perfect mouthful of strawberry, sweet cream cheese filling and just a drizzle of chocolate. Easy to fill and fix ahead, they add tempting variety to brunch or party offerings—and make a delicious homemade gift. —Linda Baldt, Croydon, Pennsylvania

Want easy fruit desserts that yield no leftovers? These are it! No one can resist fresh berries stuffed with a cheesecake-like filling. Take these over the top with a drizzle of chocolate and even a sprinkling of nuts.

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Berry Trifle

Total Time 25 min
Servings 14 servings
From the Recipe Creator: This Berry Trifle is a delicious salute to summer! I usually serve it during the summer when fresh berries are bountiful, but you can also prepare it with frozen cherries and light cherry pie filling during cooler months. —Brenda Paine, North Syracuse, New York

Trifles are some of the best easy fruit desserts. You can use store-bought or leftover cake as a base. Then layer in cream and whatever fruits you love best. In this recipe, our Test Kitchen used angel food cake and plenty of berries.

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Lemon Ice

Total Time 15 min
Servings 6 servings
From the Recipe Creator: This delicious sweet-tart lemon ice is a perfectly refreshing way to end a summer meal ... or any meal, for that matter. —Concetta Maranto Skenfield, Bakersfield, California

This delicious sweet-tart lemon ice is a perfectly refreshing way to end a summer meal. The best part: You don’t need an ice cream maker or blender. Combine the ingredients in a saucepan and heat; then freeze until slushy.

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Contest-Winning Raspberry Cream Pie

Total Time 30 min
Servings 8 servings
From the Recipe Creator: This recipe is delicious with either fresh-picked or frozen raspberries. That means you can make it year-round. One bite of raspberry pie will instantly turn winter to summer. —Julie Price, Nashville, Tennessee

Cheesecake, meet raspberry pie. This two-fer dessert is just right when you can’t decide between a creamy no-bake cheesecake and a fruit-forward pie.

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Frozen Banana Cereal Pops

Total Time 15 min
Servings 8 pops
From the Recipe Creator: When we want a healthy snack, we dip bananas in yogurt, roll 'em in cereal, then freeze. Ta-da! —Scarlett Elrod, Newnan, Georgia

Looking for easy fruit desserts that are also healthy? Dip bananas in yogurt (any flavor!) and then roll in cereal or nuts. Pop these on a skewer and freeze for a simple frozen fruit pop.

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Cherry No-Bake Cookies

Total Time 30 min
Servings about 5-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator: I always loved my no-bake cookie recipe, but I was never able to place at the fair with it. So I mixed in some maraschino cherries, added almond extract and voila! I won a blue ribbon at the county fair in 2010. —Denise Wheeler, Newaygo, Michigan

No-bake cookies are a great snack to bring on road trips and to picnics. These used chopped cherries and a splash of almond extract for a great flavor combo.

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Creamy Layered Blueberry Ice Pops

Total Time 35 min
Servings 10 pops
From the Recipe Creator: These delicious ice pops can also be made with raspberries or blackberries. The rosemary sprig and lemon zest bring another layer of flavor. The pops are quick, easy, kid-friendly and freezable. —Gloria Bradley, Naperville, Illinois

These delicious ice pops can also be made with raspberries or blackberries. The rosemary sprig and lemon zest bring another layer of flavor. The pops are quick and easy enough for kids to help make.

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Mango Almond Icebox Cake

Total Time 35 min
Servings 12 servings
From the Recipe Creator: This recipe was inspired by my friend who asked me to make a mango cake. It's easy to prepare, refreshing, light, and tastes absolutely fantastic. Strawberries can be used as well. —Rachel Simoneau, Danbury, Connecticut

Ladyfingers form the base of this icebox cake. They get dressed up with a package of frozen mango, though you could also use fresh. Toast the almonds before incorporating them into this recipe for extra crunch.

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Blackberry Daiquiri Sherbet

Total Time 15 min
Servings 1-1/4 quarts
From the Recipe Creator: When I decided to try making sherbet, which is one of my favorites, blackberries were in season in my mom's garden. I love the flavor of daiquiris, and lime and rum blend with the juicy blackberries! —Shelly L. Bevington, Hermiston, Oregon

This recipe is a great excuse to break out your ice cream maker (or even invest in one!). A splash of rum combined with the berries gives this sherbet a bit of daiquiri flair.

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Key Lime Trifle

Total Time 40 min
Servings 16 servings
From the Recipe Creator: When I saw a recipe for banana cream pie trifle I was inspired to invent a version than spun off my favorite pie, Key lime. My family loved it! Some friends got to try it, too, and they enjoyed immensely as well. —Rebecah Lytle, Ocala, Florida

Need a make-ahead dessert for your next backyard bash? Look no further than this no-bake trifle. It starts with a frozen Key lime pie cut into cubes and then gets accented with cream cheese, coconut and pecans.[

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Easy Strawberry Lemonade Freezer Pie

Total Time 15 min
Servings 8 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Three simple ingredients mixed together and spread into a graham cracker crust make magic while your freezer does all the work. Prep this pie ahead and freeze it overnight or even longer. Feel free to vary the fruit if you'd like! —Debbie Glasscock, Conway, Arkansas

Three simple ingredients mixed together and spread into a graham crust make magic while your freezer does all the work. Prep this pie ahead and freeze it overnight—or even a few days. It’s a great dessert to have on hand for a last-minute summer get-together.

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Rainbow Strawberries

Total Time 20 min
Servings 12 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Dip fresh strawberries in melted candy-coated discs to create a rainbow of color. Or get adventurous and make a unicorn. The creative possibilities are endless. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Transform simple chocolate-covered strawberries into technicolor strawberries. Use white chocolate chips and food coloring to create these rainbow-inspired treats.

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Strawberry Lemon Trifle

Total Time 20 min
Servings 14 servings
From the Recipe Creator: This refreshingly fruity dessert is one of our favorites. It looks so beautiful layered in a glass bowl that people will think it took ages to make. The secret is starting with a purchased angel food cake. —Lynn Marie Frucci, Pullman, Washington

This trifle looks so beautiful layered in a glass bowl that people will think it took ages to make. The secret is starting with a purchased angel food cake to make prep so easy.

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Five-Minute Blueberry Pie

Total Time 15 min
Servings 8 servings
From the Recipe Creator: If you like the taste of fresh blueberries, you'll love this pie. Since it's a breeze to whip up, I make it often, especially in summer. -Milda Anderson, Osceola, Wisconsin

Have five minutes and a heap of fresh blueberries? Then you’ve got all you need to make this easy fruit dessert.

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Rosemary Citrus Sorbet

Total Time 10 min
Servings 2 servings
From the Recipe Creator: This pretty pastel dessert bursts with the fresh flavors of grapefruit, lime and rosemary. —Rebecca Baird, Salt Lake City, Utah

Have an herb garden bursting with rosemary? Use it in this sorbet! Rosemary pairs so well with citrus fruits and makes for a refreshing sorbet.

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Fruit Skewers

Total Time 20 min
Servings 12 kabobs (1-1/2 cups dip)
From the Recipe Creator: We came up with this fresh and fruity summer snack idea. It's easy to make ahead and carry to the ballpark, beach or playground, and the cinnamon-spiced yogurt dip adds a fun touch kids love. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

While the grill is still hot, pop some of your favorite fruit onto skewers with pre-made pound cake. A little char is all you need to caramelize the sugars in the fruit.

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Strawberry Cream Cheese Pound Cake

Total Time 20 min
Servings 24 servings
From the Recipe Creator: My mother's cousin shared this recipe more than 50 years ago. Our family has enjoyed it ever since, especially on a hot New Mexico day! It can be made the day before. —Vickie Britton, Hobbs, New Mexico

A frozen pound cake forms the base of this simple summer dessert. Then cream cheese, sweetened condensed milk, lemon juice and berries are spread on top. All of this gets chilled for a cool, creamy dessert that hits the spot on a hot day.

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Easy Banana Pudding with Cream Cheese

Total Time 15 min
Servings 12 servings
From the Recipe Creator: I blend cream cheese, sweetened condensed milk and whipped topping into instant pudding then layer it with vanilla wafers and sliced bananas. Served in a pretty glass bowl, this banana pudding with cream cheese makes for a fancy yet fuss-free dessert. —Edna Perry, Rice, Texas

Take your classic banana pudding and layer it in a trifle dish. This way, folks can see all the delicious flavors inside.

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Raspberry Mousse

Total Time 25 min
Servings 4 servings
From the Recipe Creator: This raspberry mousse recipe guarantees a creamy, smooth finale to any summer meal. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Elegant raspberry mousse is the perfect way to end a special summertime meal. For a special touch, top with a few fresh berries and a sprig of fresh mint from the garden.

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Chocolate Cherry Pie

Total Time 40 min
Servings 8 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Assures Maxine Smith of Owanka, South Dakota. "This rich and creamy pie is sure to please any dyed-in-the-wool chocoholic!"

Assures Maxine Smith of Owanka, South Dakota. “This rich and creamy pie is sure to please any dyed-in-the-wool chocoholic!”

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Coconut Milk Strawberry-Banana Pops

Total Time 10 min
Servings 12 pops
From the Recipe Creator: These four-ingredient freezer pops are a delicious way to use up a pint of fresh strawberries. You'll love the hint of tropical flavor, thanks to the coconut milk. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen

If you’re a fan of Starbucks’ Pink Drink, you’ll love these homemade ice pops. They use similar ingredients including coconut milk and berries.

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Cherry Delight Dessert

Total Time 20 min
Servings 9 servings
From the Recipe Creator: This smooth and creamy cheesecake-like treat is light, sweet and pretty, too. Convenience products make it quick and easy to prepare. “My husband also likes this dessert when I substitute blueberry pie filling,” notes Lanae Powell of McPherson, Kansas.

This smooth and creamy cheesecake-like treat is light, sweet and pretty, too. Convenience products like canned cherry pie filling make it quick and easy to prepare.

Get that homemade taste in a fraction of the time. Learn how to make canned cherry pie filling taste better with a handful of not-so-secret tricks.

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Fresh Raspberry Icebox Cake

Total Time 25 min
Servings 12 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Layered icebox cakes are so fun because they look impressive but couldn't be easier. Fresh raspberries make this one really special. Use Anna's Ginger Thins to get the scalloped edges, or regular gingersnaps if those are not available. —Elisabeth Larsen, Pleasant Grove, Utah

Tart raspberries and ginger cookies are an unexpected but delicious pairing. Stack them artfully for an icebox cake that will impress guests.

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Blueberry Ice Cream

Total Time 35 min
Servings about 1-3/4 quarts
From the Recipe Creator: The wild blueberries on our property spark recipe ideas. When my daughter and I made this ice cream at a Girl Guide meeting, it was well received. Even today, our 10 children, 19 grandkids and 4 great-grandchildren think it tastes great. —Alma Mosher, Mohannes, New Brunswick

No churn? That’s right! All you need to make this homemade ice cream is a hand mixer or stand mixer. This recipe uses fresh blueberry jam but feel free to swap in your favorite fruit jam for a different take on this treat.

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Luscious Lime Angel Squares

Total Time 15 min
Servings 15 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Lime topping turns angel food cake into these yummy squares that are perfect for potlucks or picnics. You can eat a piece of this light and airy dessert without feeling one bit guilty. I adapted this luscious treat from another recipe. It is super-easy to make. —Beverly Marshall, Orting, Washington

We love easy fruit desserts with a unique twist. The twist with this recipe is the cube angel food cake that forms the “crust.” It looks so inviting when you see the layered lime filling and cake paired together in each slice.

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Mixed Berry Tiramisu

Total Time 35 min
Servings 12 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Because I love tiramisu, I came up with this deliciously refreshing twist on the traditional coffee-flavored Italian dessert. Fresh softened berries star with crisp ladyfinger cookies and mascarpone cheese. Serve it from a glass bowl or in clear dishes to show off the luscious layers. —Najmussahar Ahmed, Ypsilanti, Michigan

Want a summertime twist on a classic tiramisu? This easy fruit dessert is it! With ladyfingers, mascarpone filling and fresh berries, this no-bake beauty is ready in a flash.

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Banana Split Fluff

Total Time 10 min
Servings 10 servings
From the Recipe Creator: This pretty pink mixture, rich with yummy fruit and nuts, is sure to disappear in a hurry. It’s a sweet and speedy treat that can be served as a dessert or salad. —Anne Powers, Munford, Alabama

Making individual banana splits for a crowd can be a hassle. This fruity fluff, though, makes it easy! It has all the same flavors as the go-to sundae but can be prepped in advance and portioned out right at the buffet table.

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Blueberry Graham Dessert

Total Time 15 min
Servings 4 servings
From the Recipe Creator: When you're short on time but long for cheesecake, try this fruity dessert. Ricotta and cream cheeses give every bit as much flavor as cheesecake without the effort. Instead of making individual servings, you could layer the ingredients in a glass serving bowl. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen

When you’re short on time but long for cheesecake, try this fruity dessert. Ricotta and cream cheeses give every bit as much flavor as cheesecake without the effort. You can make individual servings in small jars or layer all the ingredients in a glass serving bowl like a trifle.

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Key Lime Pie Balls

Total Time 25 min
Servings 3 dozen
From the Recipe Creator: The classic creamy filling, graham cracker crust and burst of lime are all mixed together in every bite of these rolled cookies. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen

These bite-sized no-bake cookies are the perfect way to enjoy the flavors of Key lime pie without having to break out the pie server. Be sure to use plenty of fresh lime zest and juice.

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Creamy Pina Colada Pie

Total Time 15 min
Servings 2 pies (8 servings each)
From the Recipe Creator: This is a family favorite and super easy to make. Some like the consistency of this pina colada pie right out of the freezer and others prefer a softer pie—either way it's delicious! —Jenny Hales, Arcadia, Oklahoma

On a summer day, who doesn’t crave a pina colada? This no-bake pie is the perfect way to share this flavor combination with friends. It uses pina colada mix as a base and gets leveled up with whipped topping, coconut and even more pineapple. We don’t blame you if you serve slices with cocktail umbrellas!

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Honey-Rum Grilled Bananas

Total Time 15 min
Servings 4 servings
From the Recipe Creator: These grilled bananas are the perfect dessert following a cookout. My family was skeptical at first, but everyone tried the recipe and they all agreed it was delicious. I use coconut rum from the Bahamas. —Lori Wendt, Mahomet, Illinois

These grilled bananas are the perfect dessert following a cookout. You can take advantage of the grill’s lingering heat to make these tasty treats. Craving more? Serve with ice cream!

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Pineapple Cheesecake

Total Time 15 min
Servings 10 servings
From the Recipe Creator: A co-worker shared the recipe for this easy yet elegant dessert years ago, and our family has enjoyed it many times since. — Phoebe Carre, Mullica Hill, New Jersey.

Ladyfingers form an elegant and delicious crust for this no-bake treat. It’s filled with plenty of fruit flavor thanks to canned pineapple, but you can add more by piling fresh berries on top.

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Strawberry Sorbet

Total Time 5 min
Servings 7 servings
From the Recipe Creator: I actually first made a raspberry sorbet with an abundance of raspberries I had growing, but this simple and easy strawberry sorbet is one of my go-tos. —Karen Bailey, Golden, Colorado

Can you believe that all you need to make this refreshing sorbet are strawberries, confectioners’ sugar and lemon juice? That’s right—just three! Blend these together in a blender and pop in the freezer until firm. Then use an ice cream scoop to portion out servings for guests.

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Caramel Apples

Total Time 40 min
Servings 16 servings (8 apples)
From the Recipe Creator: Who doesn’t love a good gooey caramel apple? Make a double batch because these treats always go fast! —Karen Ann Bland, Gove, Kansas

Who doesn’t love a good gooey caramel apple? Don’t stop at just caramel, though. Dip apples in nuts, crushed cookies or candies.

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Cheesecake Berry Parfaits

Total Time 15 min
Servings 2 parfaits
From the Recipe Creator: The summer berry season is a real treat. This is an easy way to enjoy berries with cheesecake, which is a refreshing change from traditional pudding and fruit parfaits. —Patricia Schroedl, Jefferson, Wisconsin

The summer berry season is a real treat. This is an easy way to enjoy berries with cheesecake, which is a refreshing change from traditional pudding and fruit parfaits.

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Pineapple Orange Trifle

Total Time 20 min
Servings 12 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Guests are pleasantly surprised to see this lovely trifle on my holiday table. Coconut, pineapple and mandarin oranges lend a tropical taste to every spoonful. —Renee Schwebach, Dumont, Minnesota

Coconut, pineapple and mandarin oranges lend a tropical taste to every spoonful of this fuss-free, no-bake dessert.

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Strawberry Gelato

Total Time 35 min
Servings 12 servings
From the Recipe Creator: You'll love this smooth and creamy gelato with bright strawberry flavor and just a hint of sea salt and honey. Fresh raspberries or blackberries can be substituted for the strawberries if you prefer. If your berries are tart, add a touch more sugar or honey. —Shelly Bevington, Hermiston, Oregon

You’ll love this smooth and creamy gelato with bright, fresh strawberry flavor and just a hint of honey.

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Pineapple Crunch

Total Time 25 min
Servings 9 servings
From the Recipe Creator: A co-worker shared the recipe for this refreshing pineapple dessert years ago. Every time I take it somewhere, it's a favorite. —Betty Wiersma, Sherwood Park, Alberta

This recipe gets its nickname from the cornflakes that form the base of the dessert. They add just the right amount of crunch to compliment the creamy pineapple topper.

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Peach Bavarian

Total Time 15 min
Servings 8 servings
From the Recipe Creator: Fruit molds are my specialty. This one, with its refreshing peach taste, makes a colorful salad or dessert. —Adeline Piscitelli, Sayreville, New Jersey

A Bavarian is essentially a fancy Jell-O salad. This easy fruit dessert can be made any time of year thanks to canned or frozen peaches, though we encourage you to top with a few fresh peaches when in season.

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Cherry Cream Cheese Tarts

Total Time 10 min
Servings 2 servings
From the Recipe Creator: It's hard to believe that just five ingredients and few minutes of preparation can result in these delicate and scrumptious tarts! —Cindi Mitchell, Waring, Texas

It’s hard to believe that just five ingredients and a few minutes of preparation can result in these delicate and scrumptious tarts! But really—that is all it takes. Just be sure to stock up on mini pie crusts at the grocery store.

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Creamy Coconut Rice Pudding Parfaits

Total Time 1 hour
Servings 6 servings
From the Recipe Creator: When my daughter’s friends come over for lunch, she treats them to her tropical parfaits made with brown rice and coconut milk. They’re fresh, creamy and comforting. —Suzanne Clark, Phoenix, Arizona

Leftover rice can be easily dressed up with this coconut rice pudding recipe. Once sweetened, tropical fruits adorn the top. Use your favorite combination of kiwi, pineapple, coconut and more.

No-Bake Lemon Pudding Cheesecake Squares

This easy dessert starts with a box of instant pudding. Combined with whipped topping and layered onto a graham cracker crust, you’ve got a people-pleasing dessert. For more fruity flavor, add berries or sliced stone fruit on top.

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Blackberry White Chocolate Cheesecake Cups

Total Time 25 min
Servings 6 servings
From the Recipe Creator: I read that white chocolate intensifies the flavor of blackberries. It's true! The crunch of baking chips, the blackberry puree, and the sweet and salty pretzel crust make this a sensational mini dessert. —Arlene Erlbach, Morton Grove, Illinois

This dessert has it all: tart blackberries, sweet white chocolate and crunchy, salty pretzels (that’s the crumb crust!). Prep individual servings in advance and take them along on your next picnic.

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Cherry-Coconut Slices

Total Time 20 min
Servings 32 bars
From the Recipe Creator: My mother got this recipe from a woman named Emmie Oddie, a well-known home economist in Canada who had a column in a farming newspaper. Oddie would test reader recipes in her own kitchen and write about it. These tasty sweets are so rich that you need only a small piece. —Judy Olson, Whitecourt, Alberta

These easy candy-like sweets are simple to make and make use of your trusty 8×8″ pan. Press a mixture of graham cracker crumbs, coconut, marshmallows and maraschino cherries into the pan. Once set, a creamy frosting gets spread over the top.

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Simple Lemon Mousse

Total Time 30 min
Servings 6 servings
From the Recipe Creator: This classic, simple lemon mousse recipe is the refreshing dessert you need. Serve it with fresh fruit or eat it alone. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Mousse is one of those desserts that always feels fancy. When you stir this one up, top with an extra lemon slice or fresh fruit for a polished look.