When life gives you lemons (or grapefruits, or limes) — bake with them! From rich and creamy cakes to light, flaky scones, citrus is the star of these sweet recipes perfect for the warm-weather months.
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Tarte au Citron
Nothing says spring like the aroma of freshly squeezed lemons. Showcase the vibrant fruit with this delicate pastry filled with tangy lemon curd encased by a tender, buttery crust.
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Lemon Cake
Serve a piece of this lemon cake warm with some ice cream for an after-dinner treat.
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Florida Grapefruit Shortcakes
The burst of citrus flavour in this dish makes these shortcakes perfect as a light dessert or decadent brunch.
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Lemon Bars
With the tangy flavour of lemons and a light dusting of powdered sugar, these must-try lemon bars from Ina Garten will take your holiday dessert from good to best.
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Key Lime Meringue Pie
The Italian meringue topping on this key lime pie resembles the snowy peaks of the world’s most delicious mountain.
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Classic Lemon Cranberry Scones With Lemon Glaze
The perfect scone to accompany afternoon tea, studded with cranberries and drizzled with a sweet lemon glaze.
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Lemon Meringue Squares
These lemon meringue squares are a dressed-up version of a lemon square and are topped with a cooked marshmallow layer.
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Lemon-Rosemary Scones
Rosemary adds a savoury note to these bright and flaky lemon scones that are perfect served alongside a cup of tea or two.
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Lemon Coconut Cupcakes
Anna Olson takes simple lemon cupcakes to the next level with a coconut buttercream icing topped with shredded coconut.
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Blood Orange Upside Down Cake
This cake cooks quickly, is easy to make and is always a showstopper as soon as you flip it out of the cake tin.
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Lemon-Lime Pound Cake
A classic bundt cake with zesty citrus flavour and a sweet and tart icing dripping down the sides, this fresh and flavourful cake is sure to be a springtime favourite.
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Tart Lemon Roulade
This heart-shaped lemon mousse-filled roulade is just as pleasing for the eyes as it is for the taste buds.
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Nonna's Lemon Ricotta Biscuits
Easy lemon ricotta biscuits just like Nonna used to make. Try these for a delicious mid-day snack.
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Lemon Ricotta Cookies With Lemon Glaze
These cookies are the perfect light treat to have with afternoon tea.
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Grapefruit Zabaglione Over Mixed Berries
Zabaglione is an Italian dessert typically made with eggs, sugar and sweet wine, but Giada went kid-friendly with this version by using grapefruit juice, adding a slightly bitter contrast to the sweet fruit and sugary egg mixture.
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Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Bars
Taking a step beyond the usual pumpkin pie, another way to end your holiday dinner with a sweet treat are these lip-smacking cheesecake bars. These luscious treats are flavoured with lemon and fresh blueberries.