The burgers have been grilled, the potato salad is almost gone, and everyone is full and happy.
But we all know what everyone is REALLY waiting for.
Dessert.
A good cookout dessert is special. It can’t be too fussy, and it needs to be something that’s easy to serve a crowd. It should be a little refreshing, a little sweet, and a LOT delicious.
That’s where this list comes in.
I’ve put together the absolute best summer dessert ideas that are perfect for any backyard party.
You’ll find everything from easy no-bake treats and refreshing fruit desserts to classic brownies and bars that are ALWAYS a hit.
So whether you need a last-minute idea or a show-stopping recipe you can make ahead, get ready to find your new favorite.
1. Vanilla Bean Ice Cream
Enjoy the classic, sweet taste of homemade Vanilla Bean Ice Cream. This creamy dessert captures that authentic vanilla bean flavor in every spoonful. It’s the perfect treat for any time.
2. Gluten-Free S’mores Cookies
Experience the classic campfire flavor in a convenient, mess-free cookie with these Gluten-Free S’mores Cookies. These delightful gluten-free cookies are quick to make, ready in under an hour, and are truly the ultimate summer dessert.
3. Blueberry Cobbler Recipe
This Blueberry Cobbler Recipe is the ultimate sweet summertime treat.
It’s incredibly simple to make, whether you use fresh or frozen blueberries.
Enjoy this delightful homemade blueberry cobbler.
4. Easy Peach Crisp with Canned Peaches Recipe
This Easy Peach Crisp with Canned Peaches is a delightful dessert that comes together effortlessly.
You can create this ultimate peach crisp using just a few pantry ingredients for a warm, comforting treat.
5. Walking Strawberry Pretzel Salad
Walking Strawberry Pretzel Salad transforms a mini snack pack into a fun, fruity dessert.
Enjoy the perfect blend of sweet strawberry and salty pretzel in a creamy pudding.
6. Blueberry Cream Cheese Pie`
Blueberry Cream Cheese Pie is loaded with nearly two pounds of fresh, juicy blueberries. These are piled high on a wonderfully creamy lemon and cream cheese filling. This delightful pie is a perfect dessert.
7. Snow Cone Oreo Truffles Recipe
Snow Cone Oreo Truffles are the perfect no-bake sweet treat for any gathering. These delightful Oreo Balls feature a creamy center and a delicious chocolate coating, making them an ideal fun dessert. They are sure to be a hit with kids and adults alike, especially at summer parties.
8. Slow Cooker Cheesecake
Enjoy rich, creamy Slow Cooker Cheesecake without needing any special pan.
This incredibly easy recipe lets your slow cooker do all the work, delivering a delicious dessert every time.
9. Lemon Cobbler
Enjoy the delightful Lemon Cobbler, a wonderfully bright and easy dessert. It features a homemade cobbler topping that perfectly complements the tangy sweetness of canned lemon pie filling. This comforting treat is sure to become a new favorite.
10. Easy Chocolate Raspberry Cupcakes with Raspberry Frosting
Get ready to bake the Easy Chocolate Raspberry Cupcakes with Raspberry Frosting, a perfect blend of rich chocolate and bright fruit. These cupcakes feature a deep flavor from cocoa powder and a delightful surprise of raspberry jam inside, topped with a beautiful frosting made with real freeze-dried raspberries. It’s a simple recipe that delivers amazing taste every time.
11. Fresh Strawberry Pie
Fresh Strawberry Pie is a delightful no-bake dessert.
This easy-to-make pie features a graham cracker crust piled high with fresh strawberries and a sweet glaze.
Add whipped cream for a show-stopping finish to any meal.
12. High protein strawberry cottage cheese cheesecake
Discover your new favorite healthy dessert with this High Protein Strawberry Cottage Cheese Cheesecake.
This creamy, delicious recipe offers a wonderful way to enjoy a sweet treat packed with protein.
13. Fried Ice Cream
This Fried Ice Cream recipe brings you the ultimate dessert.
It perfectly blends creamy and crunchy textures, creating a treat everyone will adore.
14. Cherry Cobbler
This Cherry Cobbler recipe brings together a sweet and tart cherry pie filling.
It’s perfectly topped with a buttery, flaky homemade crust for a truly comforting treat.
15. Fruit Crisp
This Fruit Crisp is the ultimate way to enjoy your favorite sweet summer fruit.
It features a rich, buttery oatmeal walnut topping for a truly delicious dessert.
16. Air Fryer 4th of July Cookies
Get ready to celebrate with these colorful Air Fryer 4th of July Cookies.
These patriotic treats are incredibly easy and fun to make, perfect for your holiday festivities.
17. Peaches and Cream Dairy Free Donuts
Peaches and Cream Dairy Free Donuts are tender cake donuts featuring fresh diced peaches baked right into every bite.
These delightful vegan peach donuts are baked to perfection and finished with an irresistible sweet glaze.
Enjoy this wonderfully dairy-free treat!
18. Haystack Cookies
Whip up a batch of delicious Haystack Cookies in no time!
These simple, no-bake treats perfectly blend rich butterscotch and creamy peanut butter for a delightful texture.
Enjoy an easy dessert that comes together with just a microwave.
19. Strawberry Cheesecake Fluff
This Strawberry Cheesecake Fluff is a delightful no-bake treat that’s rich and creamy.
It’s packed with fresh strawberries, making this easy dessert salad a light and delicious fluff you’ll love.
20. Cherry Crumb Pie
Enjoy this delightful Cherry Crumb Pie, featuring a fresh, tart cherry filling.
It’s generously topped with a sweet brown sugar and cinnamon crumble.
This Cherry Crumble Pie is a perfect seasonal treat or addition to any holiday table.
21. Smores Cookies
Enjoy the perfect Smores Cookies, loaded with everything you love about this classic treat.
This smores cookie recipe brings together gooey marshmallows, crunchy graham crackers, and plenty of melty chocolate.
It’s a delightful way to satisfy your sweet tooth anytime.
22. Mini Blueberry Cheesecakes
Mini Blueberry Cheesecakes are a delightful and easy-to-make dessert. Each mini cheesecake features a crunchy graham cracker pecan crust. This is a perfect holiday dessert recipe that is almost too easy to bake.
23. Mango Cheesecake
This creamy no-bake Mango Cheesecake recipe brings a delightful summer twist to a classic.
It’s a light, airy, and sweet dessert that’s simply perfect for warm days.
You’ll love making this refreshing mango cheesecake.
24. Berry Icebox Cake
This No-Bake Berry Icebox Cake features delightful layers of graham crackers and creamy pudding.
It’s beautifully topped with fresh strawberries and blueberries, making it a perfect dessert for your 4th of July celebrations.
25. Lemon Blueberry Mascarpone Cake with Frosting Recipe
This old-fashioned Lemon Blueberry Mascarpone Cake with Frosting Recipe is a true delight, made easy from scratch.
Each slice offers a wonderful blend of bright lemon curd and sweet blueberry compote.
Topped with luscious mascarpone frosting, it’s truly one of the best lemon blueberry mascarpone cakes you’ll ever bake.
26. Red White and Blue Patriotic Bundt Cake
This Red White and Blue Patriotic Bundt Cake is the perfect way to celebrate special occasions.
Featuring vibrant red, white, and blue swirls, it’s a delightful 4th of July cake or Memorial Day dessert that everyone will love.
27. 3 Leches Cake
Enjoy a slice of this incredible 3 Leches Cake, a truly moist vanilla cake.
It’s soaked with three milks and topped with creamy whipped topping and fresh berries for a delightful treat.
28. Chocolate Cheesecake Bites Recipe
This Chocolate Cheesecake Bites Recipe offers an incredibly easy no-bake dessert. Each delightful little chocolate cheesecake bite provides a rich and satisfying treat. It’s the perfect simple pleasure for any sweet craving.
29. Strawberry Pudding Cookies
Strawberry Pudding Cookies are wonderfully soft, chewy, and incredibly easy to make.
These delightful cookies feature a bright strawberry flavor, delivering a sweet, moist treat thanks to the pudding in every bite.
30. S’mores Cookie Cup
S’mores Cookie Cups bring the classic campfire treat right into your kitchen.
Enjoy the delightful combination of gooey marshmallows and rich melted chocolate, all nestled in a delicious cookie base.
31. Strawberry mousse
This delightful Strawberry mousse is a light, perfectly sweetened no-bake dessert.
It’s an easy fresh strawberry recipe that simply melts in your mouth.
Enjoy this quick strawberry dessert that looks as amazing as it tastes.
32. Chocolate Rice Crispy Treats
Whip up these delightful Chocolate Rice Crispy Treats for an easy dessert that everyone will love.
This no-bake recipe is a true crowd-pleaser and so simple to make.
33. S’mores Trifle
This S’mores Trifle offers an easy and tasty twist on the classic campfire s’mores treat.
You’ll love digging into this decadent s’mores recipe, featuring layers of all your favorite flavors.
It’s a perfect trifles recipe for a quick and impressive dessert.
34. Lime Jello Pie
Lime Jello Pie is a light and refreshing no-bake dessert.
It features a creamy, citrusy lime filling nestled in a buttery graham cracker crust.
This easy pie is the perfect make-ahead treat for warm weather or any summer gathering.
35. Rocky Road Bars
These No Bake Rocky Road Bars are an incredibly easy treat to make.
Enjoy the classic combination of rich chocolate, gooey marshmallow, and creamy peanut butter in every delightful bite.