Easy Memorial Day Desserts Recipes

With only three ingredients and that bright color, this is a perfect treat everyone will want on Memorial Day!

"If you’ve never had or heard of a Clafoutis before, it’s a baked French fruit dessert that has a thick flan-like batter piled on top. It’s usually dusted with powdered sugar and served semi-warm and in my opinion, should always have a dollop of freshly whipped cream. It’s perfection. Easy to make and easier to eat – my favorite kind of recipe!!"

Fresh seasonal strawberries make the perfect dessert for Memorial Day!

Tender cake brushed with a tangy lemon syrup – perfect for a Memorial Day cookout.

"Need to bring a dish to Memorial Day weekend? These make-ahead dessert jars will disappear quickly!"

"Pop a packet or two on the grill and pass the graham crackers for a new spin on a classic campfire fave that’s made for sharing."

"This creamy pie gets dressed up with berries to make a showstopping display at any Fourth of July party or summer get-together. It's as pretty as it is tasty!"

"Stay on top of the naked cake trend with this light and tangy layered beauty."

"No fancy ice cream maker needed. Just bust out your trusty food processor (or blender), pick your fruit selection, and let the magic happen."

"Skip the lattice weave and cut out stars from the crust instead. There, instant patriotism."

Sweet and pucker worthy! Perfect for Memorial Day weekend!

This Strawberry Ricotta Cake is moist, fluffy, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious. It's an easy cake recipe with rustic Italian charm. Seriously, it will become your favorite weeknight dessert.

"Cut these bars into individual servings ahead of time — that way, your guests won't be fighting over who gets the biggest piece."

"Nothing says summer like an ice pop. Kids and adults alike love this fruit-filled version."

"No lingering campfire smell here. Yep, you can whip up this cake without breaking out the fire pit or better yet, turning on the oven."

"This fun dessert is a healthy, kid-friendly spin on a classic."

A simple family recipe that began with my Aunt Marilyn -- and has now become a Memorial Day tradition!

"These frosty cupcakes are practically a fireworks display on their own. The little treats feature red velvet cake, blue moon ice cream, a creamy white topping and star-spangled sprinkles."

Capture the season of strawberries and rhubarb with this easy crumble!

Proof that you really can grill the whole Memorial Day menu!

Looking for an easy, healthy treat? Look no further! Bonus: they're all dressed up for Memorial Day!

"These superstars are plenty sweet and sturdy, making them great for shipping. Slip decorated cookies in stacks of three inside plastic storage bags then rest stacks in disposable plastic containers."

"With raspberry preserves, a burst of lemon and a homemade buttercream frosting, this berry-topped cake always gets rave reviews."

"These patriotic pops are a hit at our annual Fourth of July get-together. Serve them as an after-picnic dessert. Or slip them into cellophane bags, tie on ribbons and give them as favors."

"An all-American classic, this banana pudding benefits from the addition of just a hint of salt."

"A garnish of chamomile flowers adds a little something special to this tart."

If you need a quick and easy summer dessert, you can never go wrong with a galette! Add strawberries for a seasonal, patriotic dessert!