21 easy fruit recipes that aren’t just for summer
It’s easy to end up with more fruit than expected, especially during peak season. These recipes offer a mix of ways to use it that go beyond the usual.
Homemade Fruit Roll Ups
Homemade fruit roll ups are the throwback snack you didn’t know you needed, made with real fruit and none of the weird stuff. Just apples, raspberries, a little honey and lemon, baked into chewy sweet perfection. Get the recipe: Homemade Fruit Roll Ups
Chocolate Covered Strawberries
Chocolate-covered strawberries are a simple yet indulgent treat that anyone can make. With fresh strawberries and melted chocolate, this quick and easy dessert is perfect for adding a special touch to any celebration. Get the recipe: Chocolate Covered Strawberries
Breakfast Banana Split
A healthy breakfast banana split is a fun and easy recipe to make with no cooking needed, just layering tasty ingredients like yogurt, fruit, and granola. It’s a creative way to build your own breakfast. Get the recipe: Healthy Breakfast Banana Split with Berries
Strawberry Pierogi (Varenyky)
Strawberry dumplings, aka pierogi in Poland and varenyky in Ukraine, are the ultimate nostalgic summer dish, with tender dough wrapped around juicy strawberries. Served warm with sour cream and sugar, they’re a simple, sweet reminder of childhood and family kitchens. Get the recipe: Strawberry Pierogi (Varenyky)
Strawberry Cheesecake Smoothie
This cottage cheese smoothie has naturally sweet strawberries, bananas, and a serious protein punch. Cottage cheese is your secret weapon for leveling up your morning smoothie or powering through those post-workout gains. Get the recipe: Strawberry Cottage Cheese Smoothie
Almond Flour Banana Cookies
These healthy almond flour banana cookies are a delicious way to enjoy ripe bananas, plus they’re gluten-free and dairy-free. Easy to make and perfect for any time of day, they’re great as a quick breakfast or a sweet treat. Get the recipe: Healthy Banana Cookies
Soft and Chewy Lemon Cookies
These almond flour lemon cookies are a zesty treat that’s both soft and rich. Bursting with bright lemon flavour, they’re perfect for when you need a little citrus kick. Get the recipe: Almond Flour Lemon Cookies
Strawberry Overnight Oats
This sweet, creamy overnight oats recipe features fresh seasonal strawberries and protein-packed Greek yogurt. This is destined to become your favorite summer breakfast. Get the recipe: Strawberry Overnight Oats
Strawberry Mousse
Strawberry mousse is the perfect mix of fresh strawberry flavor and creamy goodness. With just five ingredients and five easy steps, it’s a sweet, honey-sweetened dessert that’s both simple and delicious. Get the recipe: Strawberry Mousse
Creamy Blueberry Breakfast Smoothie
This creamy blueberry breakfast smoothie is a total morning win! Packed with oats and Greek yogurt, it’s delicious and loaded with protein to keep you fueled throughout the day. Get the recipe: Blueberry Oatmeal Smoothie
Strawberry Chocolate Pizza
This quick and easy strawberry chocolate pizza with homemade Nutella and a chocolate-stuffed crust is a perfect last-minute treat. It only takes 10 minutes of active prep time to create a sweet, indulgent dessert. Get the recipe: Strawberry Chocolate Pizza
Strawberry Vinaigrette
Add a fresh twist to your meals with strawberry vinaigrette. Made with ripe strawberries, olive oil, lemon zest, and white wine vinegar, this dressing brings something special to greens, pasta salads, and more. Get the recipe: Strawberry Vinaigrette
Lemon Basil Chicken and Rice Salad
This chicken and rice salad with fresh basil and lemon is a refreshing and flavorful recipe that combines tender chicken, hearty rice, and fragrant basil with a tangy lemon dressing. It is easy to make and perfect for a light lunch or dinner. Get the recipe: Chicken and Rice Salad
Balsamic Strawberries with Mint
Though this recipe sounds gourmet, it’s surprisingly simple to prepare. Enjoy these balsamic strawberries with mint on their own or over ice cream for a deliciously unique dessert. Get the recipe: Balsamic Strawberries with Mint
Lemon Poppy Seed Doughnuts
These baked lemon poppy seed doughnuts are sweet, zesty, and come together in one bowl in about 12 minutes. They are totally brunch-worthy. Basically sunshine in doughnut form. Get the recipe: Lemon Poppy Seed Doughnuts
Blueberry Bark
For a tasty snack or a refreshing dessert, try this blueberry bark. Picture creamy cottage cheese swirled with juicy blueberry jam and topped with fresh blueberries and crunchy granola, frozen into a refreshing bark. Get the recipe: Blueberry Frozen Cottage Cheese Bark
Strawberry Frozen Yogurt Bites
Summer is the perfect time for delicious treats that don’t take much effort. These strawberry frozen yogurt bites come together in minutes with just two simple ingredients. Get the recipe: Strawberry Frozen Yogurt Bites
Mascarpone Stuffed Strawberries
This mascarpone-stuffed strawberries recipe is a perfect last-minute treat, ready in under 30 minutes with just four ingredients. A fresh and festive dessert, these cheesecake-stuffed strawberries pair perfectly with champagne or your drink of choice. Get the recipe: Mascarpone Stuffed Strawberries
Strawberry Chia Jam
Homemade jam without the hassle? This no-cook strawberry chia jam is easy, delicious, and skips the refined sugar and canning headache. Get the recipe: Strawberry Chia Jam
Strawberry Muffins
Strawberry muffins are a fantastic way to make the most of fresh summer berries! Their soft, fluffy texture combined with the sweet, juicy strawberries makes for a delicious treat perfect for breakfast or an afternoon snack. Get the recipe: Strawberry Muffins
Strawberry Brownies Recipe
These strawberry brownies make for a quick and easy pink treat, using a strawberry cake mix and just a few simple ingredients. They’re a sweet and simple way to add a special touch to your celebration. Get the recipe: Strawberry Brownies Recipe
Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Bites
If peanut butter, bananas, and chocolate are your thing, these frozen bites are a must. Crunchy PB, tangy yogurt, sweet banana, and vanilla are all dipped in chocolate. There is no baking; it is just pure snack magic. Get the recipe: Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Bites
Tropical Dragon Fruit Smoothie
A perfect pick me up for an afternoon or post workout snack. Rich in antioxidants and high in fiber. This pink dragon fruit smoothie recipe is simple to make, delicious, vegan, dairy and gluten-free. Get the recipe: Tropical Dragon Fruit Smoothie