Summer and sweet treats go together like apple pie and ice cream. From the corn mochi recipe that makes the most of sweet summer corn season to a classic butter tart recipe from Anna Olson, read on for our most popular dessert recipes of summer.
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Chewy Corn Mochi Cake
Fresh corn kernels are blended right into the batter of this mochi cake until smooth. The result is a mochi cake that showcases corn at its peak, adding a nuanced dimension that layers oh-so-well with the flavours of coconut milk, vanilla and butter.
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Upside Down Puff Pastry Tarts
These Upside Down Puff Pastry Tarts have been trending this summer for good reason: they’re totally customizable, super easy and so delicious! They’re a great way to use seasonal fruits, too.
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Classic Chocolate Chip Cookies
These classic chocolate chip cookies from Anna Olson are perfect no matter what time of year. Her secret to success is the addition of corn starch: it guarantees a soft-centred cookie.
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Pineapple Dream Dessert
Similar to a no-bake style cheesecake, this retro-inspired dessert features a graham cracker crust, a whipped cream cheese filling and a pineapple whipped topping. It’s the perfect easy make ahead dessert for summer barbecues and pool parties!
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Banana Pudding Cottage Cheese Ice Cream
Cottage cheese ice cream is having a moment this summer, and this banana pudding version takes less than 10 minutes to whip up.
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Gluten-Free Strawberry and Pistachio Meringue Torte
This elegant French dessert is one of Anna Olson‘s best to make for a dinner party or a special occasion. Layered with strawberries and cream, it’s a sweet combo that is beyond delicious.
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Hawaiian Coconut Pudding (Haupia)
This classic Hawaiian dessert is topped with fresh fruit and shaved coconut for a tropical, spoonable treat. Plus, it’s dairy-free and gluten-free!
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Lilac and Lavender Cream Tiramisu
This fun twist on tiramisu makes the most of peak lilac season for a refreshingly floral take on the classic dessert. No lilacs? No problem. Sub in your favourite flowers like edible lavender or fragrant roses for a seriously elegant treat.
Related: Tiramisu Pancakes
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The Ultimate Baklava Cheesecake
This showstopping dessert combines all the delicious and syrupy flavours of baklava with the sweet but tangy cheesecake everyone loves.
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Anna Olson’s Pecan Butter Tarts
A classic recipe for a quintessentially Canadian dessert, you can’t go wrong with Anna Olson’s butter tart recipe.