In the dog days of summer, sometimes you just want to sit back and relax and grab a quick and refreshing bite. Luckily, we have found these easy peasy summertime recipes for you to enjoy. No need to put your cooking skills to the test or spend hours sweating in the kitchen!

 

Easy Fruit Pizza Cookies

This easy and delicious (not to mention healthy!) fruit pizza cookies have endless possibilities, since you can use just about any fruit you like! Top with strawberries for a sweet treat, or use blueberries and raspberries to turn it into a patriotic cookie, perfect for the 4th of July! The recipe uses a homemade sugar cookie recipe, but to make it easier, you can just  use store bought and turn this into a assemble-it-yourself treat for the kids!

 

Strawberry-Thyme Lemonade Pops

Who doesn’t like ice pops? This simple cooling treat takes about 15 minutes to prepare, but would require some freeze time. The addition of thyme gives it a unique herbal twist that gives it a refreshing flavor! Make ahead so you or the kids can grab and go as you like!

 

S’mores Bars

Missing out on summer camp due to the pandemic? Enjoy the quintessential summer camp treat, but with a twist! This recipe is a cross between s’mores and Rice Krispies treats, and uses Golden Grahams cereal instead of graham crackers.

 

Quick Banana Ice Cream Sandwiches

Ice cream sandwiches with a healthy tropical twist! This recipe uses homemade ice cream from ripe bananas and cream and simple homemade peanut butter cookies. You can make your own cookies from scratch or use store-brought for a much easier treat!

 

Banana Split Kebabs

If you have little kids, these banana split kebabs can make for a fun, make it together dessert activity. Using bananas, strawberries and pineapples, you can make these ahead for a nice frozen fruity treat.

 

Watermelon Berry Sorbet

Sorbets are the healthier and vegetarian alternatives to ice cream, since they are essentially water and fruit frozen together. This recipe uses fresh watermelon and strawberries with sugar and water for a sweet and refreshing dessert. Substitute honey or agave for the refined sugar for a healthier treat!

 

Fruit Salsa with Cinnamon Chips

It’s tortillas with a fruity, spicy twist! Using cinnamon-spiced flour tortillas and fresh fruits turned into a delightful salsa, this recipe is perfect for snacks, dessert, or even as a light breakfast or dinner!

Peach Dump Cake

This easy peasy recipe uses three simple ingredients for a filling and delicious dessert. Canned peaches, box cake mix and butter make for a stunningly simple meal. Top with vanilla ice cream for a creamy and cool kick!

 

Double Chocolate Mocha Mousse

Who doesn’t love chocolate?!? This light and fluffy dessert is an updated version from a vintage recipe which uses a dash of coffee and bittersweet chocolate for a decadent treat.

Strawberry Shortcake No-Churn Ice Cream

This recipe turns a delicious summer treat, Strawberry Shortcake, into a decadent ice cream. Condensed milk and cream are used for an easy ice cream base, and flavored with fresh berries and pound cake for  a sumptuous and filling dessert.