12 Memorial Day Desserts To Kick Off Summer

By Jenn Segal

This weekend kicks off summer in all the best ways. From key lime pie to banana pudding, here are 12 dreamy Memorial Day desserts perfect for soaking up the sunshine.

Key Lime Pie

Made with ordinary limes, this “Key lime” pie tastes every bit as authentic as the real deal — plus it’s easy to make.
Summer Berry Trifle

This patriotic berry trifle is perfect for a summer celebration — it’s refreshing, gorgeous, and you can make it ahead of time!
Lemon Bars

A buttery shortbread crust, luscious lemon filling, and dusting of powdered sugar make these lemon bars as pretty as they are delicious!
Cheesecake Bars

Dense and creamy with a hint of lemon and a crisp graham cracker crust, these cheesecake bars are an easy alternative to NY cheesecake.
Brookies

Made from marbled layers of brownie batter and chocolate chip cookie dough, brookies are a fun treat for all ages.
Flag Cake

A soft yellow cake topped with luscious cream cheese frosting and fresh berries, this flag cake makes an impressive and patriotic dessert.
Strawberry Shortcake

Warm buttermilk biscuits filled with juicy, sweet strawberries and whipped cream make the best strawberry shortcake.
Fresh Strawberry Cake

Jam-packed with fresh strawberries, this strawberry cake is one of the simplest, most delicious cakes you’ll ever make.
Ultimate Fudgy Brownie Recipe

Fudgy in the center and cakey-crisp on the surface, these supernatural brownies from pastry chef Nick Malgieri are truly out of this world.
No-Bake Cheesecake

This no-bake cheesecake is a fuss-free dessert that looks beautiful, tastes incredible, and couldn’t be easier to make.
Banana Pudding

Cool, silky, and full of nostalgia, this banana pudding is guaranteed to have people coming back for seconds.
Peanut Butter Pie

Love the classic peanut butter and chocolate combo? This peanut butter pie with a creamy filling, decadent chocolate layer, and crunchy Oreo crust is sure to hit the spot!