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Get ready to hit the farmers' market—because you're sure to be inspired by these fresh and fruity spring desserts! Whether you're looking for strawberry recipes, lemon desserts, or Ree Drummond's favorite carrot cake, this list is the sweetest way to celebrate any sunny occasion. Of course, you might even be able to use some spring fruits from your backyard, too. Take the seasonal trifle layered with all different kinds of berries grown in the garden—it's perfect for feeding a crowd! Or, you can opt for one of the many rhubarb recipes—they're only available for a short time in spring so you better make them while you can!
Of course, there are recipes for Mother's Day desserts, Easter treats, and even lemon crinkle cookies that are perfect for taking on a picnic in the park. There are also some ideas for a spring tea party or bridal shower. Just think how lovely the strawberry shortcakes would be alongside the mini bundt cakes with floral designs or how tasty it would be to have a slice of eclair cake while enjoying the fresh spring air. (Bonus: there's plenty of no-bake treats on this list too!) We can't imagine a better way to celebrate spring.
Strawberry Rhubarb Pie
The sweetness from the strawberries help to balance out the tartness from the rhubarb in this classic spring pie. For even more sweetness, add some turbinado sugar to the top of the crust.
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Carrot Cake Cheesecake
This carrot cake-inspired cheesecake is perfect for those who believe the cream cheese frosting is the best part. But don't worry—you’ll still get that spiced, nutty carrot cake flavor from the crust.
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Lemon Crinkle Cookies
Pack these bright and lemony cookies for a sunny afternoon in the park. They'd be even better with a glass of lemonade!
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Strawberry Shortcakes
This buttery, crumbly shortcake dough is so easy to make. You can even prepare a batch up to a month in advance. Store them in the freezer, then pop them in the oven whenever the craving strikes!
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Rhubarb Upside-Down Cake
Pink stalks of rhubarb give this cake a pretty geometric pattern that's sure to impress. Make it for your next springtime dinner party and serve with ice cream if you prefer.
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Blueberry Bars
This super-easy recipe starts with a simple dough that's used for both the crust and the topping. Fill it with sweet blueberries for a tasty spring dessert.
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Eclair Cake
It doesn't get easier than this 6-ingredient dessert! You don't even need to turn on the oven to make it.
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Blueberry Cheesecake
Not only is there a beautiful layer of blueberry compote on top, but this cheesecake also has fresh blueberries mixed in for a pop of flavor and color.
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Strawberry Icebox Cake
Letting the cream cheese and strawberry filling sit with the layers of graham cracker overnight in the freezer helps to soften the cookies. And it also makes it easy to prep ahead!
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Fruit Tart
The only thing more colorful than a bouquet of flowers is this pretty fruit tart! You can use all garden-fresh berries or a mix of fruits for topping.
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Lemon Cake
This gorgeous cake is just like a simple vanilla layer cake, but with the added brightness and zing from fresh lemon. To balance out the tartness, curls of sweet white chocolate are used for garnish.
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Rhubarb Pie
As soon as the weather starts to warm up, it's time for your favorite rhubarb recipes! And this classic pie is a great place to start.
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Lemon Tart
There's something about this bright yellow tart that's both elegant and simple at the same time. It's sure to put a smile on anyone's face.
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Carrot Cake Cookies
This recipe is everything you love about carrot cake—just in the form of cookies! It even has the cream cheese frosting.
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Mini Bundt Cakes
These adorable bite-sized cakes can be decorated with all three glazes (blackberry, dark chocolate, and maple-whiskey) or pick your favorite. The choice is yours!
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Strawberry Cobbler
This recipe is blissfully simple but it'll make your whole kitchen smell divine! The key is using a cast iron skillet for those golden, crisp edges.
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Lemon-Poppy Seed Cake
The pop and crunch of poppy seeds in this lemon bundt cake makes it so much fun to eat. Not to mention, that lemon glaze makes it oh so sweet.
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Rhubarb Crisp
Ree is a big fan of cooking with rhubarb, especially when it comes to sweets. "When you mix it with lots (and lots and lots) of sugar, it makes a pretty wondrous dessert!" she says.
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Lemon Icebox Pie
Even beginner bakers will enjoy trying this easy icebox pie! It can be made ahead of time for easy entertaining.
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Butterfly Cookies
It doesn't get more impressive than these gorgeous sugar cookies. They're made using a marbling effect that's surprisingly easy to do.
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