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Savor the Last of Summer 32 Delicious Fruit Recipes for the Season’s End

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As summer draws to a close, it’s time to make the most of the season’s final bounty of ripe, juicy fruits. Our end-of-summer fruit recipe roundup showcases the best ways to enjoy the last of these delicious ingredients. From refreshing peach pie and chilled desserts to comforting baked goods, these recipes capture the essence of summer’s sweet flavors. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply indulging in a seasonal treat, these dishes are perfect for savoring every last drop of summer before fall arrives.

Cherry Clafoutis

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You gotta give props to the French for creating Cherry Clafoutis: the simplest, yummiest fruit dessert you’ll ever whip up. Even if baking isn’t your forte, this fail-safe recipe is super easy and forgiving – you might just amaze yourself.

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Peach Pie

A slice of peach pie, perfect for summer desserts, is topped with a dollop of whipped cream and garnished with a mint leaf on a white plate. A fork rests beside it. The blurred background features an out-of-focus peach and soft lighting.
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This delicious Peach Pie Recipe showcases a perfectly flaky homemade pie crust that pairs exquisitely with a luscious sweet fresh peach filling, creating a delightful dessert that is sure to please your taste buds.

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Strawberry Shortcake Cake

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Strawberry Shortcake Cake: super moist pound cake stacked with fresh strawberries & fluffy whipped cream. Ideal for a fun warm-weather bash!

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Caramel Peach Snickerdoodle Bars

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Caramel Peach Snickerdoodle Bars have a chewy cinnamon cookie base that’s topped with a homemade gooey caramel peach layer.

Get The Recipe: Caramel Peach Snickerdoodle Bars

Vegan Cherry Vanilla Parfaits

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Whip up these Vegan Cherry Vanilla Parfaits in minutes! Layers of creamy cashew cream, sweet cherries, and crunchy toppings create a dessert that’s as easy as it is delightful.

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Raspberry Tart

A close-up of a raspberry tart with a crumbly crust, topped with fresh raspberries, white chocolate chips, and a few mint leaves. A slice is being pulled out with a pie server, highlighting the juicy raspberry filling in this delightful raspberry tart.
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Savor the delightful blend of sweet and tangy notes in this Raspberry Tart recipe. Whether it’s a special celebration or a simple gathering, this dessert is sure to delight everyone with its crowd-pleasing appeal.

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Strawberry Honey Cornbread Muffins

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Juicy strawberries peek through a honey glaze nestled within a moist cornbread base. This delightful combination of textures and flavors is perfect for any season.

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Blueberry Peach Pie

A slice of mixed berry and peach pie with a flaky crust, topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, served on a white plate with a fork. A blue cloth napkin is in the background. The juicy and vibrant pie filling contrasts beautifully with the golden-brown crust—a perfect treat among summer desserts.
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Homemade Blueberry Peach Pie has a super crisp and flaky crust, filled with a thick, fresh, and luscious summery filling. Loads of tips to avoid those soggy fruit pies!

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Orange Cake

An orange Bundt cake on a glass cake stand.
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This Ultimate Orange Cake explodes with citrusy goodness! Fresh orange juice and zest infuse the cake, while a crunchy orange glaze adds a zesty punch with every bite.

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Raspberry Swirl Mini Cheesecakes

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These Raspberry Swirl Mini Cheesecakes are so classy! Make them ahead, perfect for baby showers, parties, or any holiday bash. If you want an impressive yet easy dessert for your guests, save this recipe now!

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Quick & Easy Homemade Cherry Ice Cream

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This recipe for Quick & Easy Homemade Cherry Ice Cream uses readily available frozen cherries to create a burst of flavor in every bite. Plus, it’s a no-churn recipe, making it accessible to everyone – even if you don’t have an ice cream maker!

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Victoria Sponge Cake

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A traditional Victoria sandwich cake is an English baking classic made up of a moist yet fluffy vanilla sponge cake filled with rich buttercream and raspberry jam! 

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Lemon Blueberry Cake

A lemon blueberry cake topped with white icing and blueberries.
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This beauty is bursting with juicy blueberries and sunshiney lemon flavor, creating a moist and irresistible treat.

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Strawberry Chocolate Cake

A slice of rich chocolate cake layered with light pink frosting is served on a white plate. As one of the finest strawberry desserts, a fresh strawberry sits beside the cake, drizzled with chocolate syrup. A fork is partially inserted into the cake, ready to take a bite.
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Vegan strawberry chocolate cake is a delicious dessert for any occasion! Made with simple ingredients like cocoa powder, strawberries, and vegan butter, it’s a breeze to whip up at home. This eggless chocolate strawberry cake is dairy and egg-free, perfect for those with dietary restrictions.

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Strawberry Lemon Sponge Cake

A slice of Lemon Sponge Cake filled with whipped cream and strawberries on a plate with the cake behind it.
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A stunning lemon layer cake filled with fresh strawberries and cream. This British style sponge cake is tender, moist, and absolutely delectable.

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Peaches And Cream

a white bowl of warn peaches and cream.
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This Peaches and Cream recipe is a celebration of fresh, seasonal peaches. Simple and delightful, it’s the perfect way to enjoy their peak flavor.

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Semifreddo

An over head shot of cherry semifreddo topped with cherry jam and fresh cherries and a jam covered spoon.
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Semifreddo is a dessert powerhouse. Made with just a few simple ingredients, it boasts a luxuriously creamy texture and a rich flavor that will leave you wanting more.

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Berry Whipped Cream Cake

A layer cake on a cake stand topped with cream and fruit.
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This easy recipe for Berry Whipped Cream Cake made with homemade whipped cream and fresh berries looks impressive but is simple to make.

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Strawberry Shortcake Biscuits

A close up image of a biscuit filled with whipped cream and sliced strawberries.
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This easy recipe for Strawberry Shortcake Biscuits is made completely from scratch. Once you try it you’ll never have store bought again!

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Lemon Curd

A hand holding a spoonful of lemon curd over a jar of lemon curd.
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Ditch the store-bought stuff! This simple recipe unlocks a pot of sunshine ready to transform your treats. Tangy, sweet, and oh-so-versatile, homemade lemon curd elevates everything from cakes to crepes.

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Iced Raspberry Scones

Close-up of raspberry swirled scones with icing on parchment paper, displaying the swirls of dough and berry filling.
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These Iced Raspberry Scones are swirled with sweet, tart raspberries, making them perfect for a tasty breakfast or a special Sunday brunch.

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Blueberry Pancakes

Blueberry pancakes dripping with syrup and topped with fresh blueberries.
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Enjoy delicious blueberry pancakes packed with a fluffy texture and juicy blueberries. They’re a perfect breakfast delight for blueberry aficionados!

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Summer Fruit Salad

A white oval platter filled with a vibrant mix of fresh fruits, including sliced peaches, strawberries, blackberries, blueberries, and raspberries—an ideal summer dessert. Two spoons rest on the side of the platter, and the background is a light grey surface.
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A tasty Fruit Salad with fresh peaches, blueberries, strawberries, and blackberries, all jazzed up with a simple orange dressing.

Get The Recipe: Fruit Salad Recipe

Blueberry Crisp

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This yummy Blueberry Crisp is packed with juicy berries (fresh or frozen works!) and a crispy, buttery walnut topping. It’s a quick dessert ready in an hour with only 10 minutes of prep time!

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Raspberry Brownies

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Indulge in Raspberry Brownies – decadent, fudgy treats speckled with tangy raspberries! Crafted in just one bowl, these delights are ideal for summer, Valentine’s Day, or any occasion. Enjoy them solo or paired with a scoop of ice cream for a delightful experience!

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Strawberry Tart

A close up image of a tart decorated with sliced strawberries.
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This easy and delicious strawberry tart recipe is perfect for any occasion, from parties to simple family dinners.

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Blueberry Tart

a close up image of a freshly baked blueberry tart topped with shortbread crumbs.
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This Blueberry Tart is all about the base! A buttery lemon shortbread crust, bursting with flavor, provides the perfect platform for a bounty of juicy blueberries.

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Fresh Strawberry Cupcakes

Three fresh strawberry cupcakes all topped with a swirl of whipped cream and a fresh strawberry.
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These super moist Strawberry cupcakes with whipped cream frosting reign supreme in the cupcake world. Soft, fluffy, and bursting with fresh strawberry flavor. Homemade tastes so much better than a box!

Get The Recipe: Fresh Strawberry Cupcakes

Lemon Curd Cake

A lemon cake topped high with mixed berries with a slice cut out to reveal the lemon curd filling.
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Our Lemon Curd Cake elevates every celebration. Layers of tangy lemon curd, creamy frosting, and tender cake create a delightful escape for the senses.

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Easy Strawberry Galette

A strawberry pie sitting on a wire rack. While the image contains a pie crust design, it is more consistent with a galette or tart crust which typically has a more rustic, free-form edge than a pie crust.
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This Easy Strawberry Galette recipe makes a quick, versatile dessert. Fresh strawberries, puff pastry, and a hint of orange make it a delicious dessert that’s sure to be a hit.

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One Layer Strawberry Shortcake Cake

A strawberry shortcake topped with whipped cream and fresh sliced strawberries sits on a white, ruffled cake stand. The background is a soft pink, and a small green cloth is partially visible at the base of the cake stand. White flowers are placed next to this delightful example of strawberry desserts.
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This single layer strawberry shortcake cake is a real showstopper (but super doable!). Made with a single layer of vanilla cake using the reverse creaming method, it promises a wonderfully moist and soft crumb. Just add vanilla whipped cream and loads of fresh strawberries on top. It’s perfect for summer – light, refreshing, and oh so delicious!

Get The Recipe: One Layer Strawberry Shortcake Cake

Lemon Pound Cake

A sliced lemon pound cake with icing and lemon zest.
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Lemon perfection made easy! This buttery pound cake gets a vibrant citrus twist with the addition of lemon juice and zest. Topped with a simple lemon glaze, it’s a foolproof recipe packed with flavor.

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