Dessert

50 lemon dessert recipes

When sweet and tangy combine, magical dishes are created.
Lemon dessert recipes

There’s generally two types of dessert lovers – those who love rich, creamy chocolate and caramel recipes, and those who prefer more citrusy flavours like lemon, lime and orange cakes. This collection of dessert recipes definitely appeal to the latter, honouring the delightful fusion of sweet and tart. Lemons bring a much-welcome zing that cuts through the richness of some desserts. Below, all the classics as well as a few inventive dishes like our gluten-free lemontons, citrus marshmallows and lemon-sugar dusted doughnuts.

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Best ever lemon tart

Our best-ever lemon tart

In this lemon tart recipe the curd filling is not baked, but rather set in the fridge. The end-result is a crisp, buttery tart shell filled with golden curd. Make this recipe a day ahead.

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Lemon drizzle cake

Lemon drizzle cake

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Earl grey bomboloni with lemon curd

Earl grey bomboloni with lemon curd

Enjoy these delightful doughnuts with a hint of bergamot and bursting with lemon curd.

Lemon shortbread

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Lemon shortbread

Lemon shortbread

Light, zesty and crumbly, these beautiful shortbread biscuits are beautiful enjoyed with a cup of tea or given as gifts to loved ones.

passionfruit and lemon syrup cake

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Passionfruit and lemon syrup

Passionfruit and lemon syrup

Smothered in fresh passionfruit and dripping with syrup, this passionfruit and lemon drizzle cake is rich, sweet and tart. Serve warm with cream

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Baked lemon and coconut tart gluten free

Baked lemon and coconut tart gluten free

Made with rice cookies and coconut as a base so it’s deliciously gluten free with a lovely lemon filling this gorgeous lemon tart is sure to impress.

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Lemon sand cake

Lemon sand cake

This is a beautiful classic lemon tea cake with a slightly sandy texture from the rice flour, hence its name. Made in bundt tin, no decorating needed

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Lemon butter almond slice

Lemon butter almond slice

A little bit sweet, a little bit tart and a whole lot of goodness. With a layer of lovely lemon butter between an almond pastry base and topping.

GLAZED LEMON AND VANILLA MADELEINES

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Vanilla madeleine recipe with lemon glaze

Vanilla madeleine recipe with lemon glaze

Delicate French butter cakes that are often confused as a biscuit. Flavoured with vanilla & lemon glaze icing they make for the perfect afternoon tea.

Lemon and blueberry cheesecake

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Lemon and blueberry cheesecake

Lemon and blueberry cheesecake

Bringing together sweet blueberries and sour lemons, this simple cheesecake from Anneka Manning’s cookbook ‘BakeClass’ is light but luscious. It’s the perfect end to a lazy summer meal.

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Air fryer bread and butter pudding

Air fryer bread and butter pudding

A creamy custard mix poured over stale bread, this easy air fryer dessert has been created with tangy flavours of lemon curd and raspberry.

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Vegan overnight jasmine tea lemon curd scrolls

Vegan overnight jasmine tea lemon curd scrolls

Lemon curd is traditionally made with eggs, our version uses coconut cream and cornflour in these tasty vegan scrolls for a tasty morning tea treat.

lemon cheesecake squares

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Lemon cheesecake squares

Lemon cheesecake squares

A creamy cheesecake topping with a zesty lemon touch and a simple biscuit base made from butternu snaps for an extra sweet touch. Pop the kettle on!

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Lemon slice

Lemon slice

This classic lemon treat balances sweet and tart, creating a wonderfully creamy and flavoursome slice. Enjoy with a mug of hot tea or coffee.

LEMON DAISIES

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Lemon daisies

Lemon daisies

Saucy New Puddings - Blueberry and lemon delicious pudding

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Blueberry and lemon delicious pudding

Blueberry and lemon delicious pudding

Delicious bursts of blueberry create a delight to the senses.

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Lemon custard and strawberry jam brûlée tart

Lemon custard and strawberry jam brûlée tart

Crack through the brulee top to a delicate lemon custard underneath.

Blackberry lemon cake with blackberry fool

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Blackberry lemon cake with blackberry fool

Blackberry lemon cake with blackberry fool

Slightly tart, slightly sweet – completely delicious.

TANGY LEMON Squares

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Tangy lemon squares slice

Incredibly simple to make as well as tasting sweet and zesty, this tangy lemon squares slice is a welcome treat when you hit that mid-afternoon slump

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Vegan overnight jasmine tea lemon curd scrolls

Vegan overnight jasmine tea lemon curd scrolls

Lemon curd is traditionally made with eggs, our version uses coconut cream and cornflour in these tasty vegan scrolls for a tasty morning tea treat.

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Air fryer bread and butter pudding

Air fryer bread and butter pudding

A creamy custard mix poured over stale bread, this easy air fryer dessert has been created with tangy flavours of lemon curd and raspberry.

Classic lemon cheesecake

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Classic lemon cheesecake

Classic lemon cheesecake

With an easy biscuit base and a smooth and creamy citrus filling, this beautiful no-bake cheesecake recipe is one you’ll want to make again and again.

Passionfruit and lemon butter

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Passionfruit and lemon butter

Passionfruit and lemon butter

With a few simple ingredients; lemon, passion fruit, butter, sugar and a pinch of salt you can create this homemade curd and spread it on everything

Lemon and blueberry cheesecake

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Lemon and blueberry cheesecake

Lemon and blueberry cheesecake

Bringing together sweet blueberries and sour lemons, this simple cheesecake from Anneka Manning’s cookbook ‘BakeClass’ is light but luscious. It’s the perfect end to a lazy summer meal.

Baked lemon cheesecake

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Baked lemon cheesecake

Baked lemon cheesecake

This is one of the most loved desserts around the world. Gingernuts are a lovely alternative for the base, and fresh passionfruit pulp or raspberries are delicious served on top.

Lemon drizzle cake

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Lemon drizzle cake

Lemon drizzle cake

The flavours of lemon are absolutely fantastic. Add some nutty notes with almond, a bright drizzle to go on top and you’ve got an ideal treat

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Lemon, honey and coconut delicious

Lemon, honey and coconut delicious

Dig your spoon into this delicious dessert.

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Lemon curd cake

Lemon curd cake

The secret ingredient in this cake is lemon curd, which gives the cake a deliciously buttery lemon flavour – coupled with a simple lemon glaze drizzle, it is perfect for citrus lovers.

almond meringue& lemon curd cake

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Almond meringue and lemon curd cake

Almond meringue and lemon curd cake

Lemontons

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Gluten-free lemontons

Gluten-free lemontons

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Lemon, tea and three milks cake

Lemon, tea and three milks cake

blood orange &lemon yoghurt cups

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Blood orange and lemon yoghurt cups

Blood orange and lemon yoghurt cups

Lemon curd AND POPPY SEED CRÊPE CAKE

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Lemon curd and poppy seed crêpe cake

Lemon curd and poppy seed crêpe cake recipe.

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Lemon delicious

Lemon delicious

easy lemon cheesecake recipes

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Baked lemon cheesecake

Baked lemon cheesecake

lemon and raspberry semifreddo

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Lemon and raspberry semifreddo

Lemon and raspberry semifreddo

lemon ginger-spice whoopie pies

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Lemon ginger-spice whoopie pies

Lemon ginger-spice whoopie pies

Lemon cake WITH MASCARPONE FROSTING

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Lemon cake with mascarpone frosting

Lemon cake with mascarpone frosting

Cooking substitutes

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Gluten-free raspberry and lemon syrup cake

Gluten-free raspberry and lemon syrup cake

LEMON TWISTS

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Lemon twists

Lemon twists

COCONUT AND Lemon Syrup Cake

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Coconut and lemon syrup cake

Coconut and lemon syrup cake

Buttery citrus orange and lemon cake

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Buttery citrus orange and lemon cake

Buttery citrus orange and lemon cake

tea infused dessert recipes

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Lemon and earl grey chiffon syrup cake

Lemon and earl grey chiffon syrup cake

lemon marshmallows

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Lemon marshmallows

Lemon marshmallows

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Lemon and meringue passionfruit mess

Lemon and meringue passionfruit mess

Lemon, honey and pistachio biscotti

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Lemon, honey and pistachio biscotti

Lemon, honey and pistachio biscotti

lemon cakes with roasted strawberries

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Lemon cakes with roasted strawberries

Lemon cakes with roasted strawberries

Lemon meringue cake

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Lemon meringue cake

Lemon meringue cake

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mini lemon delicious

Mini lemon delicious puddings

All the bright flavours of lemon in a moist and fluffy pudding. Serve with a dollop of cream or ice-cream for a delicious after-dinner treat.

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