Summer eating is just the best! When the weather gets too hot to stand over the stove, that's when thing really get fun, and these delicious frozen desserts are here to prove it.
Whether you're looking for a fun treat to offer the kids after they (finally!) climb out of the pool, or an impressive dessert to bring out after that cookout with the neighbors, we've got you covered.
From frozen pies to homemade ice cream sandwiches, to adorable frozen cupcakes, there's a treat here for all your summer dessert needs, and they're all beginner friendly!
1. Oreo Ice Cream Bonbons
These bonbons are so easy, and impressive. Kids and grownups alike will delight at this fun twist on the classic ice cream sandwich.
Minty Oreos are filled with peppermint ice cream, dunked in chocolate, and topped with crushed candy canes. The fun thing here is that once you have the method down, the flavor variations are endless. I'd love to try a version of these with cookie dough ice cream!
Get the recipe here.
2. Cookie Dough Ice Cream Cupcakes
Speaking of cookie dough, how about these sweet little frozen cupcakes?
Those cupcake "wrappers" are actually made of chocolate, so these entire frozen treats are totally edible. Made with ice cream and homemade cookie dough, and served in those edible chocolate cups, these ice cream filled cupcakes are such a fun party surprise when everyone thinks you're just bringing out regular old cupcakes!
Get the recipe here.
3. Frozen Yogurt Bark with Berries
This clever and healthful treat is a perfect snack for summertime, and one that you'll feel good about offering your kids.
The combination of blueberries, strawberries and white chocolate chips create a fun red white and blue theme that would make this a fun choice for Memorial Day weekend!
Get the recipe here.
4. Frozen Fruit Salad Cupcakes
These frozen fruit salad cupcakes are made with cherries, bananas, and pineapples in a lightly sweet frozen filling! A swirl of whipped cream finishes off the look for another cupcake lookalike with a different flavor profile.
This easy dessert will be a real treat for those who grew up loving the fluff fruit salads so popular at family reunions and potlucks!
Get the recipe here.
5. Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Cake
Mint chocolate chip ice cream cake is a substantial, satisfying treat that everyone will just love.
Chocolate cake, creamy ganache, and mint chocolate chip ice cream come together for this easy summer dessert that you're going to want to make all year long!
Get the recipe here.
6. Homemade Ice Cream Sandwiches
Homemade ice cream sandwiches are such a fun way to delight a bunch of kids, after getting hot and sweaty playing in the summer sun.
You'll have so much fun playing with colors and garnishes on these! Anything goes, from ice cream flavor to sprinkles or crushed cookie toppings. It's almost as much fun to make these as it is to eat them!
Get the recipe here.
7. Frozen Cheesecake Brownies
Frozen Cheesecake Brownies have a layer of frozen cheesecake in the middle of a classic pan of brownies. The whole masterpiece is then cut and frozen, ready to pull out for enjoyment on a hot summer evening.
These would be such a great, easy treat to offer for dessert after a backyard cookout.
Get the recipe here.
8. Frozen Snickers Pie
With just 5 ingredients, this delicious pie is easier to make that you might think!
It's hard to go wrong with Snickers, and this super-easy pie is no exception. Whip it up and then let it hide out in the freezer until you're ready to delight and surprise your guests.
Get the recipe here.
9. Turtle Ice Cream Sandwich Cake
Just look at those decadent layers! The whole thing looks so fluffy, and inviting.
Ice cream sandwiches, chocolate, caramel and pecans come together to make this easier-than-it-looks masterpiece. Turtle Ice Cream Sandwich Cake is quick to prepare, perfectly sweet, and definitely impressive.
Get the recipe here.
10. Frozen Hot Chocolate
Frozen Hot Chocolate is a smooth and creamy frozen treat that's not too cloyingly sweet, but still makes you think of a big cozy mug of hot cocoa with marshmallows.
Quick to make and fun to serve, these just might become your new summer go-to dessert!
Get the recipe here.
11. Italian Chocolate Hazelnut Ice Cream Dessert (Tartufo)
This Italian chocolate hazelnut ice cream dessert is sweet, decadent perfection.
Chocolate hazelnut ice cream is covered with a crunchy layer of dark chocolate, for a memorable dessert that will make you think you're sitting at a little cafe in Italy.
Get the recipe here.
12. Oreo Peanut Butter Pie
This no bake Oreo peanut butter pie has it all. A crispy Oreo crust is filled with a smooth and sweet peanut buttery filling, and crushed Oreos finish it perfectly.
Using a store bought crust, this actually comes together fast than you might think, and is such a great dessert option to make ahead for a company dinner.
Get the recipe here.
13. Frozen Yogurt Bars with Raspberry and Oatmeal
Frozen Yogurt Bars with Raspberry and Oatmeal are an easy treat so healthful you just might find yourself offering these to the kids for breakfast!
These bites are made with a layer of oatmeal and almonds, covered with Greek yogurt infused with a touch of maple syrup and lemon, then topped with freeze-dried raspberry powder. Easy, genius, and so delicious, these are definitely a nutrition win.
Get the recipe here.
14. Watermelon and Yogurt Popsicles
These easy popsicles take the fun idea of frozen watermelon to the next level!
Crushed pistachios gives these a crunchy, salty start, which is unexpected, but somehow just works. The yogurt freezes hard to the watermelon like a thin pudding pop layer, and then the sweet, refreshing watermelon is so bright and delicious.
Get the recipe here.
15. Caramel Pecan Coconut Ice Cream Bars
These Caramel Pecan Coconut Ice Cream Bars are just packed with flavor, and they're so delicious, no would would guess that this recipe is raw vegan, gluten-free, and refined sugar-free!
This is one of those recipes you can make again and again this summer, and feel good about serving them to your family.
Get the recipe here.
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Anna Chesley
Anna Chesley is a freelance writer living a homestead lifestyle, with a special love for family travel, old books, vintage skills, and seaside living. In addition to founding Salt In My Coffee, she runs the website, New England Family Life, as well as The 1800's Housewife, a website devoted to re-creating authentic 1800's recipes.
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