32 Bursting With Tart Flavor Lemon Desserts to Brighten Your Table

Nothing beats a zingy, tart yet sweet, lemon dessert. I mean, who doesn't love lemon cakes at a spring brunch? Or lemon ice cream during any warm weather affair? There's just something so pretty about sweet treats made with lemon that are sure to brighten up any occasion and these 32 lemon dessert recipes include a little bit of everything, from lemon curd cakes and pudding, to easy lemon bars.

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When Are Lemons in Season?

Unlike some other very seasonal fruits, lemons are available all year round. So you can find them in your grocery store whenever you need them for baking, cocktail recipes or simply infusing a bit of citrus flavor to your water.

Meyer lemons peak in the winter though, from November to April, and are sweeter than regular lemons. You'll be able to identify them by their intensely deep yellow, super soft skin.

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Best Lemon Dessert Recipes

This list of best lemon dessert recipes will have you baking up a tangy storm—from delicate candied lemon slices, to layers of cake bursting with lemon and berries, to classic zippy lemon bars, to tarts, ice creams, and more, you'll be in lemon-scented heaven all season long. And if you're looking for just one quick and simple dessert, why not try this creamy no-bake lemon pie.

32 Bursting With Tart Flavor Lemon Desserts

<p>Ben Rayl</p>

Ben Rayl

<p>James Ransom</p>

James Ransom

<p>Krista Marshall</p>

Krista Marshall