Lemon Dessert Recipes | Effing Delicious

Lemon no-bake cheesecake bars with tangy filling, graham cracker crust, and fresh lemon zest.

No-Bake Desserts

Lemon No-Bake Cheesecake Bars with Tangy Citrus Filling

Bright lemon aroma, a cool cream cheese filling, and a crisp, buttery graham crust give these lemon no-bake cheesecake bars plenty of...

Blackberry lemon bars with purple berry swirls over golden shortbread

Brownies & Bars

Blackberry Lemon Bars with Tart Berry Swirls

A buttery golden crust, silky lemon filling, and deep purple berry ribbons give these blackberry lemon bars a sharp citrus aroma and...

Blueberry lemon bars with shortbread crust, a distinct blueberry layer, and smooth lemon filling cut into squares

Brownies & Bars

Blueberry Lemon Bars with a Bright Berry Layer

A crisp golden base, silky citrus filling, and vivid purple-blue stripe give these blueberry lemon bars three distinct textures in every bite....

Cakes

Lemon Cupcakes with Bright Lemon Frosting

Fresh lemon aroma rises from these lemon cupcakes before the first bite, followed by a tender, buttery crumb and a smooth frosting...

Lemon chess pie with a golden crimped pastry crust and one clean slice removed

Pies & Tarts

Lemon Chess Pie with Golden Pastry

A golden, flaky pastry shell surrounds a bright lemon filling with a lightly burnished top, creamy center, and subtle cornmeal texture. This...

Pies & Tarts

Lemon Cream Pie with Golden Pastry

Buttery golden pastry, bright lemon aroma, and a cool, creamy filling give this lemon cream pie its sharp-sweet contrast. The crust is...

Cookies

Small-Batch Lemon Cookies with Soft, Chewy Centers

Fresh lemon aroma, sparkling sugar, lightly golden edges, and soft, chewy centers give these small-batch lemon cookies plenty of character without producing...

Square slice of lemon poppy seed coffee cake with golden streusel and lemon glaze.

Cakes

Lemon Poppy Seed Coffee Cake with Soft, Tender Crumb

Bright lemon aroma, a golden pebbled topping, and tiny poppy seed flecks make this lemon poppy seed coffee cake as inviting as...

Square slice of raspberry lemon coffee cake with golden streusel, lemon glaze, and visible raspberry pockets.

Cakes

Raspberry Lemon Coffee Cake with Soft, Tender Crumb

Bright lemon perfume, tart raspberry pockets, and a golden blanket of buttery crumbs give this raspberry lemon coffee cake plenty of contrast....

Smooth lemon curd with whole eggs in a glass jar and bowl beside fresh lemons

Fruit Curds

Lemon Curd with Whole Eggs with Smooth, Spreadable Texture

Glossy, sunshine-yellow curd with a silky spoonable texture delivers sharp citrus flavor, buttery richness, and enough sweetness to soften the lemon’s bite....