99+ Spring Desserts Recipes I Love To Make

Spring has always been my favorite time to get back into the kitchen. After a long winter of heavy stews and comfort food, I love how the season brings fresh berries, bright citrus, and lighter flavors that just feel right.

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I’ve been baking for over 50 years, and I can tell you, nothing beats the smell of lemon and fresh berries filling your home on a warm spring evening. These 10 recipes are ones I’ve made countless times for family dinners, potlucks, and Sunday gatherings. They’re simple, crowd-pleasing, and use the best of what spring has to offer.

Whether you’re new to baking or you’ve been at it for decades like me, you’ll find something here that works.

Quick Overview Of Top 10 Spring Desserts Recipes

Recipe Name	Prep Time	Cook Time	Chill Time	Servings	Difficulty
Lemon Blueberry Cake	25 mins	35 mins	0 mins	8	Easy
Strawberry Shortcake	20 mins	10 mins	0 mins	6	Easy
Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting	30 mins	40 mins	0 mins	10	Medium
Lemon Bars	20 mins	25 mins	2 hrs	12	Easy
No-Bake Strawberry Cheesecake	30 mins	0 mins	4 hrs	6	Easy
Berry Yogurt Parfait	10 mins	0 mins	0 mins	4	Super Easy
Lemon Crinkle Cookies	15 mins	10 mins	0 mins	24	Easy
Strawberry Cupcakes	20 mins	18 mins	0 mins	12	Easy
Coconut Cake	30 mins	40 mins	0 mins	8	Medium
Chocolate Covered Strawberries	15 mins	0 mins	10 mins	12	Super Easy

1. Lemon Blueberry Cake

My daughter used to beg me to make this cake every time she picked blueberries from our backyard bush. She’d come in with sticky fingers and a bowl full of plump berries, and we’d bake it while our dinner of roasted chicken cooled. The lemon zest cuts through the sweet blueberries, making it light enough for warm spring evenings.

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• ¼ tsp salt
• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 tbsp lemon zest (from 1 large lemon)
• 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• ½ cup whole milk
• 1 cup fresh blueberries (rinsed and patted dry)

How to Make

• Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease and flour an 8-inch round cake pan.
• Mix flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl. Set it aside.
• Beat butter and sugar in a large bowl with an electric mixer until light and fluffy (about 2 minutes).
• Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each. Stir in lemon zest and juice.
• Alternate adding the flour mixture and milk to the butter mixture, starting and ending with flour. Mix just until combined—don’t overmix, or the cake will be tough.
• Gently fold in the blueberries. Pour the batter into the prepared pan.
• Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
• Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

2. Strawberry Shortcake

This is my go-to for impromptu dinner guests. Last spring, my neighbor dropped by with a basket of fresh strawberries, and we whipped this up in 30 minutes flat. I use store-bought biscuit dough to save time, but you can make your own if you want.

Ingredients

• 1 can (16 oz) refrigerated biscuit dough (flaky layers work best)
• 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
• ¼ cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 tbsp powdered sugar
• ½ tsp vanilla extract

How to Make

• Preheat your oven to 400°F. Bake the biscuits according to the package instructions (about 10 minutes). Let them cool slightly.
• Toss the sliced strawberries with granulated sugar in a bowl. Let them sit for 10 minutes to release their juice.
• Beat heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla in a large bowl until stiff peaks form.
• Split each biscuit in half. Top the bottom half with strawberries and whipped cream, then put the top half back on. Serve immediately.

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3. Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

I started making this cake for my husband’s birthday every spring when we got married. He loves the spiced carrots and creamy frosting, and it’s perfect for feeding a crowd at family dinners.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 cup vegetable oil
• 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 3 cups grated carrots (about 6 medium carrots)
• 1 cup crushed pineapple, drained
• ½ cup chopped walnuts (optional)
• Frosting: 8 oz cream cheese, softened; ½ cup unsalted butter, softened; 2 cups powdered sugar; 1 tsp vanilla extract

How to Make

• Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
• Mix flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt in a medium bowl. Set aside.
• Beat oil and sugar in a large bowl until combined. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each.
• Stir in carrots, pineapple, and walnuts (if using).
• Add the flour mixture to the carrot mixture and stir until just combined.
• Divide the batter evenly between the two pans. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
• Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
• For the frosting: Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla, and beat until fluffy. Spread the frosting between the two cakes and on the top and sides.

4. Lemon Bars

These are the first dessert my mom taught me to make. I still use her original recipe, and my grandkids love helping me stir the lemon filling. They’re tangy and sweet, perfect for ending a grilled dinner.

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• ½ cup powdered sugar
• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
• Filling: 2 large eggs; 1 cup granulated sugar; 2 tbsp all-purpose flour; ¼ cup fresh lemon juice; 1 tbsp lemon zest; ¼ tsp baking powder

How to Make

• Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
• For the crust: Mix flour, powdered sugar, and butter in a bowl until it forms crumbs. Press the crumbs evenly into the bottom of the pan.
• Bake the crust for 15 minutes. Let it cool slightly.
• For the filling: Beat eggs and granulated sugar in a bowl until combined. Stir in flour, lemon juice, lemon zest, and baking powder. Mix until smooth.
• Pour the filling over the crust. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the filling is set.
• Let the bars cool completely, then chill in the fridge for 2 hours. Cut into squares before serving.

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5. No-Bake Strawberry Cheesecake

This is my go-to for hot spring days when I don’t want to turn on the oven. My son used to ask for this every year for his end-of-school dinner. It’s creamy and fresh, with a graham cracker crust.

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
• ¼ cup unsalted butter, melte
• 2 tbsp granulated sugar
• Filling: 8 oz cream cheese, softened; 1 cup powdered sugar; 1 cup heavy cream; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped

How to Make

• Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar in a bowl. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 6-inch springform pan. Chill in the fridge for 10 minutes.
• Beat cream cheese and powdered sugar in a large bowl until smooth.
• Beat heavy cream and vanilla in another bowl until stiff peaks form. Fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture.
• Fold in the chopped strawberries. Pour the filling over the crust.
• Chill the cheesecake in the fridge for at least 4 hours, or overnight. Serve chilled.

6. Berry Yogurt Parfait

This is the easiest dessert on the list, perfect for busy weeknights. I make this for my grandkids when they come over for dinner, and they love adding their own toppings like granola or honey.

Ingredients

• 2 cups plain Greek yogurt
• 1 cup fresh blueberries
• 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
• ½ cup granola
• 2 tbsp honey (optional)

How to Make

• Layer yogurt, berries, and granola in a glass or bowl. Start with yogurt, then berries, then granola, and repeat until the glass is full.
• Drizzle with honey if you want extra sweetness. Serve immediately.

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7. Lemon Crinkle Cookies

These cookies are soft and tangy, with a powdered sugar coating that makes them look like spring snow. I make them for my daughter’s book club meetings every spring, and everyone asks for the recipe.

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• ¼ tsp salt
• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 1 tbsp lemon zest
• ½ cup powdered sugar

How to Make

• Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• Mix flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl. Set aside.
• Beat butter and granulated sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in lemon juice and zest.
• Add the flour mixture to the butter mixture and stir until combined.
• Roll the dough into 1-inch balls. Coat each ball in powdered sugar.
• Place the balls on the baking sheet, 2 inches apart. Bake for 10 minutes. Let them cool on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

8. Strawberry Cupcakes

These cupcakes are perfect for spring dinner parties. I made them for my granddaughter’s 10th birthday party last spring, and she loved the pink frosting and fresh strawberry topping.

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• ¼ tsp salt
• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• ½ cup milk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
• Frosting: 1 cup buttercream frosting (store-bought or homemade); ½ cup fresh strawberries, pureed

How to Make

• Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line a cupcake pan with 12 paper liners.
• Mix flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl. Set aside.
• Beat butter and sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in milk and vanilla.
• Add the flour mixture to the butter mixture and stir until combined. Fold in the chopped strawberries.
• Fill each cupcake liner ⅔ full with batter. Bake for 18 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
• Let the cupcakes cool completely. Mix the strawberry puree into the buttercream frosting. Frost the cupcakes and top with a fresh strawberry slice.

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9. Coconut Cake

This cake is light and fluffy, with a coconut flavor that reminds me of my mom’s tropical spring dinners. I make it for my sister’s annual spring potluck, and it’s always the first dessert to go.

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tsp baking powder
• ½ tsp salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
• 4 large eggs
• 1 cup coconut milk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup shredded coconut (divided)
• Frosting: 8 oz cream cheese, softened; ½ cup unsalted butter, softened; 2 cups powdered sugar; 1 tsp vanilla extract

How to Make

• Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
• Mix flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium bowl. Set aside.
• Beat butter and sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each.
• Stir in coconut milk and vanilla. Add the flour mixture and stir until combined. Fold in ½ cup shredded coconut.
• Divide the batter evenly between the two pans. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
• Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
• For the frosting: Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar and vanilla, and beat until fluffy. Spread the frosting between the two cakes and on the top and sides. Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup shredded coconut on top.

10. Chocolate Covered Strawberries

These are my favorite dessert to make for date night dinners with my husband. We dip them together while we watch old movies, and they’re perfect for adding a fancy touch to any spring dinner.

Ingredients

• 12 fresh strawberries (hulled, with stems left on)
• 8 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1 tbsp vegetable oil (optional, for smoother dipping)
• ¼ cup sprinkles (optional)

How to Make

• Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Pat the strawberries dry with a paper towel wet strawberries won’t stick to the chocolate.
• Melt the chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat for 30 seconds, then stir. Repeat until the chocolate is smooth. Add vegetable oil if the chocolate is too thick.
• Hold each strawberry by the stem and dip it into the chocolate, covering most of the fruit. Tap the strawberry against the bowl to remove excess chocolate.
• Sprinkle the strawberry with sprinkles (if using) and place it on the parchment paper.
• Chill the strawberries in the fridge for 10 minutes to set. Serve immediately.

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Complete List Of 100 Spring Desserts Recipes Ideas

🌸 Cakes & Sheet Cakes

• Lemon Pound Cake
• Strawberry Shortcake Cake
• Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
• Lemon Blueberry Cake
• Vanilla Berry Layer CakeCoconut Milk Cake
• Almond Cake with Berries
• Orange Olive Oil Cake
• Spring Confetti Cake
• Lemon Raspberry Cake
• Yogurt Cake with Fruit
• Pineapple Sunshine Cake
• Strawberry Yogurt Cake
• Floral Buttercream Cake
• Honey Vanilla Cake

🍓 Cupcakes

• Strawberry Cupcakes
• Lemon Cupcakes
• Carrot Cake Cupcakes
• Vanilla Floral Cupcakes
• Chocolate Strawberry Cupcakes
• Blueberry Cupcakes
• Coconut Cupcakes
• Raspberry Cream Cupcakes
• Honey Cupcakes
• Spring Pastel Cupcakes
• Lemon Poppy Seed Cupcakes
• Strawberry Cream Cupcakes
• Vanilla Bean Cupcakes
• Spring Garden Cupcakes
• Fruit Topped Cupcakes

🍪 Cookies & Bars

• Lemon Crinkle Cookies
• Strawberry Sugar Cookies
• Spring Thumbprint Cookies
• Shortbread Cookies
• Lemon Bars
• Blueberry Crumb Bars
• Raspberry Oat Bars
• Honey Almond Cookies
• Sugar Cookie Blossoms
• Spring Cut-Out Cookies
• White Chocolate Cookies
• Coconut Cookies
• Jam Filled Cookies
• Lemon Sugar Cookies
• Spring Sprinkle Cookies

🍨 No-Bake & Chilled Desserts

• No-Bake Lemon Cheesecake
• Strawberry Icebox Cake
• Yogurt Berry Cups
• No-Bake Cheesecake Jars
• Lemon Cream Parfaits
• Strawberry Cream Dessert Cups
• No-Bake Vanilla Slice
• Whipped Ricotta with Honey
• Chilled Fruit Desserts
• No-Bake Graham Cracker Cake

🥧 Pies, Tarts & Galettes

• Strawberry Tart
• Lemon Tart
• Berry Galette
• Blueberry Pie
• Mixed Berry Pie
• Spring Fruit Tart
• Mini Lemon Tarts
• Peach Galette
• Raspberry Tart
• Custard Fruit Tart
• Strawberry Rhubarb Pie
• Honey Almond Tart
• Lemon Meringue Pie
• Vanilla Custard Tart
• Fresh Fruit Pie

🧁 Mini & Individual Desserts

• Mini Cheesecakes
• Mini Lemon Cakes
• Dessert Cups with Berries
• Mini Fruit Trifles
• Individual Panna Cotta
• Mini Custard Cups
• Mini Vanilla Cakes
• Mini Strawberry Desserts
• Mini Tartlets
• Spring Dessert Jars

🍫 Chocolate + Spring Twist

• Chocolate Covered Strawberries
• Chocolate Berry Bark
• Chocolate Pudding Cups
• Chocolate Mousse with Berries
• Chocolate Strawberry Cake
• White Chocolate Berry Cups
• Chocolate Cream Parfaits
• Chocolate Chip Spring Bars
• Chocolate Banana Dessert
• Chocolate Fruit Cups

🍎 Healthy & Light Desserts

• Fruit Salad with Honey Lime
• Yogurt Berry Bowl
• Chia Pudding
• Baked Apples with Cinnamon
• Oatmeal Berry Bars
• Date & Nut Dessert Balls
• Granola Yogurt Cups
• Cottage Cheese Dessert Bowl
• Fresh Fruit Skewers
• Light Lemon Yogurt Dessert

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Final Thoughts

These 10 spring desserts have been a part of my family’s dinners for decades. Each one has a memory tied to it, from the lemon bars my mom taught me to make to the chocolate covered strawberries my husband and I dip together. I hope you’ll try these recipes for your own spring dinners, and make some memories of your own. Whether you’re feeding a crowd or just treating your family, these desserts will make your spring meals feel extra special. Let me know which one is your favorite!