75 Perfect Desserts for Summer

Summer is all about finding bliss in downtime; and as we all know, bliss so often starts with dessert. Embrace the laid-back, sunny vibes of the season by making—and enjoying—a dessert that’s rich in flavor, yet doesnt feel quite as heavy as the sweets we reach for at cooler points in the year. Now is the moment for fluffy sheet cakes, bright cobblers, and refreshingly cold scoops of ice cream and other frozen treats. It’s also time to relish in the best seasonal bounty—we’re talking blueberries, watermelon, strawberries, cherries, peaches, blackberries, rhubarb, and yes, even tomatoes and zucchini. These summer-friendly cakes, pies, cobblers, icebox treats, and grilled desserts will suit any warm-weather occasion, even if it’s just being in the mood for something sweet.