There’s nothing quite like fresh berries to bring on the summer season. This collection of fresh berry desserts and treats are a perfect way to enjoy the flavors of summer with family and friends.
I’ve always dreamt of having a huge collection of berries growing in the garden. Raspberries are my absolute favorite, with red currants coming in close second.
Although mom already has blackberries, raspberries, red currents and even gooseberries growing in her garden, I’d love to add in some blueberries, strawberries and elderberries to the collection.
To be honest, my favorite way to enjoy these little delicacies is when they’re fresh. However, I can’t resist delicious fresh berry desserts or treats either! From cakes, parfaits, bars, tarts and more, there are just so many ways to enjoy fresh berries as desserts.
To celebrate nature’s little summer jewels, we have collected over 20 beautiful and delicious berry desserts. These are great for summer barbecues, picnics, potlucks or just to enjoy on a hot afternoon!
The Best Fresh Berry Dessert Recipes Around!
Very Berry Layer Cake
This layered cake looks so elegant yet simple to assemble.
The BEST strawberry rhubarb crisp recipe you will ever try! With a brown sugar crust and yummy crumble topping, it's an easy way to enjoy rhubarb season.
This delicious and easy zucchini cake recipe is a great way to use up a bumper crop of zucchini and is a perfect treat to bring to potlucks and picnics.
Triple Berry Crumb Bars is a sweet and easy gluten-free dessert recipe that’s packed with fresh, juicy berries. Made with fridge and pantry staples, this recipe comes together in minutes.
This parfait recipe is made with naturally sweetened ricotta, lemon zest, fresh mint, and mixed berries! It’s a healthy dessert you can eat without feeling guilty about it!
Well I hope this collection will help you with your summer entertaining. Do you have another delicious berry recipe that should be added to this list? And let us know in the comments below what is your favorite type of berry.