Spring is the perfect opportunity to refresh our baking repertoire! Let’s embrace the vibrant, fresh flavors that spring offers with these irresistible spring desserts!
In this collection, we’re embracing the vibrant, fresh flavors that spring offers. Think of the sweet tartness of strawberries, the zesty punch of lemons, and the subtle warmth of vanilla. These ingredients not only awaken our palates but also inspire our baking to be lighter, more colorful, and full of life.
From the beautiful chantilly cake adorned with fresh berries to zesty lemon bars that melt in your mouth, each recipe is a celebration of the season’s bounty. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or just starting out, these recipes are designed to bring big results with simple steps.
Join me in welcoming spring with open arms and an eager appetite!
Spring Baking Tips
Before you dive into these delicious spring desserts, take a moment to read through these simple tips to get your baking off to a great start this spring.
- Keep cool. Spring brings warmer temperatures, too, but there are ways to avoid making your kitchen your least favorite place when it gets hot. See my summer baking tips if things are already heating up in your neck of the woods.
- Don’t forget about humidity. From your ingredients to the finished baked goods, high humidity can have an effect. If your baked goods seem too dry or too wet, then consider adjusting the wet ingredients in your recipe a bit if you feel comfortable doing that.
- Embrace seasonal produce. Strawberries, lemons, and early peaches are just a few of the fresh flavors that make this season so delicious! If you need to use frozen fruits versus fresh, you can learn more about how to make that substitution successfully in my fresh vs frozen fruits in baking rundown.
- Focus on lighter, brighter flavors. Move away from the rich, heavy desserts of winter. Spring is all about light and refreshing flavors like citrus and berries.
- Ready for some spring cleaning, too? See my tips for organizing baking supplies!
Favorite Spring Desserts
Celebrate spring with these delectable desserts! From coconut cake to carrot cake, lemon bars to fruit tarts, you're sure to find plenty to make your season sweeter!
To be honest, I'm happy to enjoy coconut cake any time of year, but it seems to beckon me even more each spring. This beauty is so delicious! Perfect for springtime celebrations!
These sugar cookie bars are swirled with sweet marshmallows and studded with M&Ms. Go with spring colors for a sweet treat perfect for the season!
This magical vanilla pudding cake makes both the cake and its sauce as it bakes. It's a wonderfully easy dessert that goes so well with some seasonal fresh fruit.
These little lemon cakes and their sweet glaze are the perfect treat to serve for a spring gettogether, tea time, or just a fun baking project to enjoy at home!
Keep things simple with these irresistible blueberry pie bars. They're easier to make than a traditional pie and every bit as tasty. Add ice cream for an extra special treat!
Homemade vanilla pudding is in the top tier of classic, comforting desserts. Serve with whipped cream and fresh berries for an irresistible dessert!
Pound cake is one of the most versatile desserts you can have in your baking arsenal. Top with whipped cream and berries, dress up with blueberry compote, or keep it simple with a scoop of ice cream.
This non-traditional banana pudding is absolutely irresistible. And maybe the best part? It's wonderfully easy to make! Expect to get requests to make this one again and again.
This pretty green grasshopper pie features the cool, refreshing combination of mint and chocolate. It's such an eye-catching dessert that's every bit as delicious as it is pretty!
The classic cake gets the cupcake treatment! These hummingbird cupcakes are always a crowd-pleaser, with their banana, pineapple, and cream cheese flavors.
Dress up this no-fuss vanilla cake and its vanilla frosting with bright, happy sprinkles! Perfect for a spring celebration, a birthday, or just because.
I refuse to relegate Lofthouse cookies just to springtime, but I admit that their pretty color and happy sprinkles just fit the season so well. These soft, sweet cookies are fun to make and an absolute pleasure to eat!
Sweet strawberry shortcake meets creamy cheesecake in these beautiful bars. Soft cake, berries, and a no-bake topping all combine for one beauty of a dessert!
This simple raspberry coffee cake will serve you well not just for dessert but for brunches, coffee breaks, and all those times you crave a sweet springtime treat!
The fresh orange in this pound cake and its glaze provide a refreshing kick of flavor that's perfect for spring. Enjoy a slice for dessert or a sweet snack!
If you love all things citrus, you'll adore these cookies with triple the citrus deliciousness! With lemon, lime, and orange all coming to the cookie party, there's no shortage of bright, vibrant flavor!
This nutty pistachio cake has long been one of my favorite springtime desserts. It combines nutty cake with a sweet white chocolate frosting for a beautiful cake that strays from the standard fare. Absolutely delicious!
The combination of blueberries and lemons is one I never tire of enjoying. Here, those two flavor BFFs come together in a soft, simple cookie that you'll be happy to have on your springtime table!
These soft, sweet sour cream cookies are another year-round favorite on this list. But there's something about their tangy flavor and pretty topping that make me want to bake batch after batch this time of year!
All your favorite spring fruits are invited to this fruit tart party! These little tarts and their creamy filling are the perfect canvas for topping with some springtime beauty!
If you're ready to embrace berry season, this chantilly cake is the perfect way to do just that. This beautiful cake is filled with all your favorite berries and covered in the most delicious frosting. A show-stopper for sure!
If you're a lemon lover, you know well the appeal of a really good lemon bar. This is my favorite recipe for lemon bars, and they never fail to get gobbled up quickly!
For something a little different than traditional coconut cream pie, these bars feature layers of vanilla crust, pudding, whipped cream, and - of course - plenty of coconut! Great for feeding a crowd!
These little cheesecakes are one of my go-to recipes for entertaining. There's so much opportunity for creativity with the toppings! Let your imagination go crazy and whip up a fun batch of these little gems!
There may be no other dessert that says "spring" as much as carrot cake! This beautiful, delicious cake is sure to be the hit of your dessert tables this season!
