Cool down with these refreshing treats from classic recipes to new favorites.
Brownie Ice Cream Sandwiches
These ice cream sandwiches will take you right back to your childhood.
It doesnt get any easier than creamy vanilla ice cream between two brownies from your favorite boxed mix.
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Theyre guaranteed to melt in your mouth in more ways than one.
For an extra fun touch, roll the edges in rainbow sprinkles.
Serve it as is or with extra freshly sliced strawberries atop.
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The layers of fruit swirled cheesecake and soft cookie crust will have you reaching for seconds.
Theyre so simple and delicious, so we wont tell if you sneak one for breakfast.
Pureed blueberries give this cake its beautiful, bright color.
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The fruit-forward, no-bake cheesecake is ultra creamy thanks to mascarpone cheese.
A heaping bowl will transport you straight to the beach.
Enjoy it as is or serve it with fresh fruit or with a slice of homemade pound cake.
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Just be sure to allow plenty of time for it to fully freeze before enjoying.
Mint Chocolate Chip Ice-Cream Cake
Calling all chocolate lovers.
Top it with whipped cream and extra minty-chocolate bits.
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Be sure to let the pink-hued cake cool completely before topping it with fresh strawberry studded icing.
It has all the layers of fudgy, chocolatey, creaminess you remember.
Just thaw them before topping with preserves and fresh fruit.
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Top with roasted pistachios for plenty of flavor in each sweet-and-salty bite.
This nostalgic recipe calls for whole buttermilk and crumbles of skillet cornbread.
Top it with the preserves of your choice.
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No-Bake Strawberry Pie
The real key to beating the heat of summer?
This dairy-free alternative to ice cream uses just three ingredients.
Skip rolling out dough to make a crust or even peeling the peaches.
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All you need is 10 minutes of hands on time and a handful of pantry ingredients.
Adults and kids alike will love it.
Blueberry Bread Pudding
Switch up your blueberry cobbler for this gooey bread pudding recipe.
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Fresh blueberries and crusty French bread are baked together in a custard mix then topped with extra blueberry sauce.
Top it with fresh whipped cream and zest just before serving.
S’mores Pie
Craving s’mores but too hot for a bonfire?
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The watermelon base is layered with notes of vanilla and lemon to balance the fruit’s sweetness.
For the best texture, be sure to freeze the watermelon cubes first.
Frozen Cheesecake Bites
The only thing better than a creamy cheesecake?
Frozen bite-size ones of course.
Keep your freezer stocked with these nibbles so you’ll always have a quick treat on hand.
Bonus: It’s made in a 13x9 pan, so it’s ideal for easy transporting.
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you’re able to choose one fruit or use a whole medley.
Berry Chantilly Cake
Who loves fresh berries?
Who doesn’t love fresh berries?
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Made with layers of moist vanilla cake, raspberry jam, and any combination of your favorite berries.
Flag Cake
This patriotic cake just screams party.
Decorate with your favorite fresh berries.
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