10 Mouth-Watering Frozen Dessert Recipes to Keep You Cool and Sweet
With gorgeous, sunny and hot days finally here, we can begin enjoying all these delicious frozen dessert recipes that just don’t sound as good when the weather isn’t sweltering.
Check out or top 10 frozen dessert recipes to try out this summer season!
1. Strawberry Rhubarb Frozen Yogurt
Looking for something delicious and sweet but not too heavy? Our strawberry rhubarb frozen yogurt is just the ticket for a refreshing and healthy summertime dessert or afternoon snack. Use goat yogurt for added health benefits, or choose soy or coconut yogurt for a vegan version.
2. Cucumber Watermelon Crush
Watermelon is one of the most hydrating summer fruits, and this recipe from Coastal Living combines it with mint, cucumber and lime for a refreshing and zesty summer treat. This is an awesome way to use up a massive watermelon!
3. Vegan Avocado Lime Ice Cream
Healthy, simple and full of essential nutrients, this recipe is the go-to for a lighter alternative to rich frozen desserts. Serve it as the final course of a Mexican inspired meal!
4. Salted Chocolate Frozen Banana Bites
These tasty little morsels from Ali at Gimme Some Oven are super decadent, but so easy to make! They are the perfect little dessert for a summertime dinner party or barbeque, and the elegant touch of sea salt will make them that much more intriguing for your guests. Sprinkle with coarsely chopped pistachios for something a little extra.
5. Raspberry Ginger Sorbet
This refreshing vegan sorbet can easily be adjusted for sweetness so that it can be served as either a palate cleanser between courses, or a spicy and rich dessert to cap off a summertime meal. Serve from champagne or martini glasses and sprinkle with lime zest for extra color.
6. Sweet Potato Popsicles
Now this might sound like a strange recipe to you, but it’s so worth trying! You may even come up with your own awesome flavor combination – maybe something along the lines of cucumber, mint and lime?
7. Vanilla Olive Oil Ice Cream
This recipe comes from The Paleo Mom, and is your trusted source for an authentic Paleo dessert. Although considered rather adventurous, the combination or coconut cream, olive oil and vanilla actually makes for a particularly appetizing and interesting dessert. Serve on its own or with aged balsamic syrup.
8. Homemade Chocolate Banana Soft Serve
This vegan chocolate soft serve is so easy to make in a food processor or blender. You can sweeten it to taste, and even add a nut butter of choice for a fun flavor twist. Serve in organic ice cream cones and top with colorful sprinkles as a healthier option for your kids summer birthday party.
9. Whole Wheat Peanut Butter Ice Cream Sandwiches
These adorable little bites of heaven from Texanerin’s blog are delicious, decadent and great for summer parties and potlucks! You can substitute the peanut butter with another nut or seed butter for peanut allergies, and even store them in the freezer for future get-togethers.
10. Frozen Vanilla Cream Dessert
We had to add the classic vanilla to this list, but of course with a bit of a twist. This recipe is easy to make, and so creamy that it can’t help but satisfy anyone’s craving for a rich summertime dessert.
Image: Myrtle Glen Farm
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