Every item on this page was chosen by The Pioneer Woman team. The site may earn a commission on some products. When life gives you lemonsmake something sweet! Lemons are the star of so many dishes—but blueberry biscuits with lemon glaze probably shines the brightest in desserts!
The tart citrus fruit is a key player in so many sweets you already know and love: lemon pound cake, lemon meringue pie, sugar-dusted lemon barsthe list goes on! So get ready for plenty of bright and zesty treats ahead—this collection of easy lemon desserts has something for every lemon lover out there. Just one quick tip before you start baking: If a recipe calls for lemon juice, press and roll your lemons against the counter first before you halve and squeeze them—this will help you get the most juice out of them! Lemon pound cake is amazing on its own—but it’s totally irresistible with a lemony glaze on top!
Ree’s extra-lemony cupcakes have zest in the batter and in the frosting. For the finishing touch, try topping them with candied lemon peel. These bars are big on crust—just the way Ree likes ’em! Give lemon meringue pie a new twist: This fun take on the classic retro dessert comes in individual-size bowls! If you’ve ever wondered what your favorite lemon-lime soda tastes like in cake form, this is it! The zest on top gives this cake a little extra zing.
They’re packed with three kinds of citrus for extra zesty flavor. This granita is like old-school lemon ice from the ice cream truck—only better! You can make a grape version too, and serve them together. Lemon and blueberries go together like peanut butter and jelly! The duo makes for an extra-sweet take on traditional cinnamon rolls. In search of a lemony treat that goes great with your morning coffee? These sweet bites are like a mix between a coffee cake and a lemon bar.
This is a bright, citrusy take on a classic coffee cake—and a great way to use zucchini. Bonus: It tastes even better the next day. You’ve had pineapple upside down cake—but what about lemon upside down cake? The topping for this sweet loaf is made with brown butter, brown sugar, and—you guessed it—lemons! Get the recipe at A Cozy Kitchen. Making homemade lemon curd is easier than you might think. Plus, it’s great on just about everything—scones, biscuits, toast or even a slice of pound cake!
Get the recipe at Table for Two. Try this zesty version on top of a simple lemon sheet cake. It looks extra pretty with candied lemon slices on top. Get the recipe at Butter be Ready. If you haven’t baked with Meyer lemons, you’re missing out! Get the recipe at Just One Cookbook.
You know and love traditional lemon bars, but now it’s time to mix things up. This berry-lemon combo does the trick! Get the recipe at Chisel and Fork. Lemon and thyme is a magical combo—especially in this pretty cake. The cute mini lemon decorations on top are fun to make, too. Get the recipe at Spoon Fork Bacon. The best part: It’s totally no-bake!