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    28 Memorial Day Desserts That Outshine Everything Else

    Published: May 20, 2025 by Emmeline Kemperyd · post_comments]

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    Memorial Day is the perfect time to gather with friends and family, and what better way to celebrate than with some amazing desserts? From festive cakes to refreshing treats, these 28 desserts are sure to impress your guests and add a sweet touch to your holiday festivities. Whether you're looking for something classic or a bit more creative, there's a dessert here for everyone to enjoy.

    Roasted Strawberry Yogurt Popsicles

    Roasted Strawberry Yogurt Popsicles.
    Photo credit: Hey Nutrition Lady.

    Roasted Strawberry Yogurt Popsicles use fresh, juicy strawberries that are roasted to enhance their flavor, mixed with sweetened yogurt and a hint of lime. These popsicles are simple to make, tasty, and a healthier treat for warm days.

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    Lemon Almond Cake

    Lemon Almond Cake.
    Photo credit: FODMAP Everyday.

    This Lemon Almond Cake is gluten-free and dairy-free, making it a light and unique dessert. It's perfect for summer gatherings and easy to whip up.

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    Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

    Brown butter chocolate chip cookies.
    Photo credit: Spatula Desserts.

    This dessert is a delightful mix of crispy and chewy textures, with a rich buttery flavor. It's sweet but nicely balanced with a sprinkle of sea salt on top.

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    No Bake Cookies

    No bake cookies.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    No-bake cookies can be whipped up in just 15 minutes. Packed with chocolate, coconut, and a touch of salt, these treats are perfect for any occasion.

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    Strawberry Filled Cupcakes

    A strawberry filled cupcake.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    These summer cupcakes are a hit with everyone, from kids to adults. They're simple to whip up using vanilla cupcakes, fresh strawberries, and whipped cream, and you can have them ready in under an hour.

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    Spicy Grilled Pineapple Upside Down Cake

    GRILLED SPICY PINEAPPLE UPSIDE DOWN LIME-SCENTED CAKE.
    Photo credit: Eat the Love.

    This lime-scented cake features fresh grilled pineapple, adding a unique smoky flavor. A touch of spicy Korean pepper takes this classic upside-down pineapple cake to a whole new level.

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    Raspberry Passion Fruit Gino

    Raspberry white chocolate gino.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Gino is a tasty Swedish dessert featuring baked fruit smothered in white chocolate. It's quick to prepare in under 20 minutes and works well for dinner parties, especially when served warm over vanilla ice cream.

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    Easy Apple Crisp

    Apple crisp.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This dessert is quick to prepare and ready in just 35 minutes. It features tart green apples covered in cinnamon sugar, topped with a crumbly mix that includes a touch of shredded coconut, and it's great on its own or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

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    S'Mores Casserole

    Smores casserole.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    S'mores Casserole is an easy way to enjoy a classic camping treat right at home. It's baked in a dish, making it great for serving a group, and you can use graham crackers or digestive biscuits along with your favorite milk chocolate.

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    Pecan Chocolate Chip Cookies

    Pecan Chocolate Chip Cookies.
    Photo credit: Spatula Desserts.

    These chocolate chip cookies are packed with pecans, cinnamon, and brown butter, creating a rich flavor that's perfectly balanced with a touch of sea salt. They have a chewy exterior and a gooey center, offering a delicious mix of chocolate and nutty goodness.

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    Puff Pastry Apple Pie

    Apple pie.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Puff Pastry Apple Pie is a simple and quick dessert that uses frozen puff pastry and a filling that doesn't require cooking. This is a delicious apple pie that's perfect for any occasion.

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    Blueberry Sour Cream Bundt Cake

    Blueberry Sour Cream Bundt Cake.
    Photo credit: FODMAP Everyday.

    This blueberry coffee cake is easy to whip up and has a delightful texture. The combination of butter and sour cream gives it a nice richness, while the generous splash of vanilla adds just the right amount of flavor without overpowering the blueberries.

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    Triple Chocolate Cake

    Triple Chocolate Cake.
    Photo credit: Spatula Desserts.

    This triple chocolate cake is a dream for chocolate fans, featuring rich chocolate sponge, smooth chocolate whipped ganache frosting, and a luscious chocolate ganache drip. It's a great choice for birthdays, holidays, or any dessert occasion, and it's simple enough to whip up at home.

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    Sweet Cornmeal Cakes With Peaches and Cream

    Dessert.
    Photo Credit: Inquiring Chef.

    These soft cornmeal cakes are baked in a muffin tin and topped with juicy fresh peaches and whipped cream. This is a great dessert for summer gatherings.

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    S'Mores Cupcakes

    S'mores cupcakes.
    Photo credit: FODMAP Everyday.

    A graham cracker crust sits beneath a rich, chocolate cake that's simple enough to mix by hand in a bowl. Topping it off is a light and fluffy homemade marshmallow frosting.

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    Coconut Chocolate Bundt Cake

    Coconut Chocolate Bundt Cake.
    Photo credit: Spatula Desserts.

    The Coconut Chocolate Bundt Cake is a rich and moist dessert that combines a delicious chocolate cake with a creamy coconut filling. It's topped with a simple coconut glaze and finished off with coconut and cocoa nibs for extra flavor.

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    Key Lime Cupcakes

    Key Lime Cupcakes.
    Photo credit: FODMAP Everyday.

    These cupcakes bring the classic taste of key lime pie into a fun dessert. With a simple boxed mix, they feature a vanilla cake base, a graham cracker crust, a tangy lime filling, and a creamy lime frosting, making them perfect for any gathering.

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    Summer Berry Gino

    Berry gino.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This berry bake is a simple dessert packed with bananas, strawberries, and blueberries, all topped with white chocolate. It's great for dinner parties and can be made ahead of time, especially when served over vanilla ice cream.

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    Apple Strawberry Crisp

    Apple strawberry crisp.
    Photo Credit: The Feathered Nester.

    This apple strawberry crisp combines fresh, sweet fruit with a touch of tart lemon and a crunchy oat topping. It's a delightful dessert that's perfect for summer gatherings or any time you want something sweet.

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    Rhubarb Custard Tart

    Vegan Rhubarb Custard Tart.
    Photo credit: Addicted to Dates.

    This vegan rhubarb custard tart features a smooth homemade vanilla custard paired with sweet and tangy baked rhubarb, all sitting on a gluten-free shortbread crust. It's a great way to enjoy rhubarb while it's in season!

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    Chocolate Lava Mug Cake

    A lava mug cake.
    Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks.

    This chocolate lava mug cake is a delicious treat that's made without flour. With just a few ingredients from your pantry, you can have this brownie ready in just 5 minutes.

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    Kitchen Sink Cookies

    Kitchen Sink Cookies.
    Photo credit: Inquiring Chef.

    Kitchen Sink Cookies are deliciously soft and chewy, filled with a mix of chocolate chips, pretzels, potato chips, and toffee. You can stick to the original ingredients or customize them with your favorite treats.

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    Mini Pineapple Upside Down Cakes

    Mini Pineapple Upside Down Cakes.
    Photo credit: Valerie's Kitchen.

    These Mini Pineapple Upside Down Cakes turn a simple boxed cake mix into something special. They capture the classic flavors of the dessert in perfectly portioned servings.

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    Cherry Cheesecake Cookies

    Cherry cheesecake cookies.
    Photo credit: I Heart Eating.

    Cherry Cheesecake Cookies bring together the creamy taste of cheesecake and the tender texture of butter cookies. This is a great dessert for any gathering.

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    Lemon Meringue Tart

    Lemon Meringue Tart.
    Photo credit: Spatula Desserts.

    The Lemon meringue tart is a charming individual dessert that puts a twist on the classic lemon meringue pie. It features a delightful mix of flavors and textures, all topped with a simple yet elegant chocolate disk.

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    Pizza Dough Cinnamon Rolls

    Pizza Dough Cinnamon Rolls.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    Using refrigerated pizza dough, these cinnamon rolls come together quickly in just 15 minutes. You'll love how the delightful aroma of fresh cinnamon rolls fills your kitchen in no time.

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    Chocolate Hazelnut Tart

    Chocolate Hazelnut Tart.
    Photo credit: Spatula Desserts.

    The Silky Chocolate Hazelnut Tart is a simple and tasty dessert perfect for chocolate and hazelnut fans. It's easy to make without baking, and it offers a rich, creamy flavor that everyone will love, all while being a bit healthier without added sugar.

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    Cherry Cheesecake Dip

    Cherry Cheesecake Dip.
    Photo credit: I Heart Eating.

    This Cherry Cheesecake dip is light yet incredibly creamy, capturing all the delicious flavors of cheesecake. It's a simple treat that doesn't require the effort of baking a full cheesecake.

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    Emmeline Kemperyd is a writer, food blogger, recipe creator and food photographer and the founder of alwaysusebutter.com. She has 20+ years experience creating and simplifying recipes so they taste good, and are quick, easy, and approachable. She is a regular contributor to MSN and her work has been featured by The Guardian, Well+Good, Vulture, SheKnows, Good Men Project, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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