12 Late-Summer Fruit Desserts to Sweeten the End of the Season
Jul 27, 2017
From the sweetest strawberries to the juiciest watermelons, you’ve been basking in the glory of warm-weather fruits and veggies for months. Fortunately, summer still has a few more tricks up its sleeves. Blackberries, figs, and Concord grapes hit their peak in late July and August, and you’ll also find yellow peaches in abundance. Enjoy them out of hand or whip up one of the dessert recipes below to really enjoy these heart-of-summer gems.
Fig, Blackberry, and Hazelnut Rye Galette
A galette’s free-form pastry makes it super easy to throw together, especially for beginning pie makers. This one gets an upgrade with rye pastry crust and hazelnut frangipane. (via The Brick Kitchen)
Concord Grape and Cornmeal Cake
This olive oil and cornmeal cake is the perfect way to make use of the bite-size fruit. (via Brooklyn Supper)
Blackberry Ice Cream
There’s nothing better than sweet cream swirled with a ripple of tangy, crimson fruit. We love this on top of a crunchy sugar cone, but it’s equally delicious on its own. (via Style Sweet CA)
Late Summer Tart
What pairs perfectly with the sweetest fruits summer has to offer? This creamy mascarpone tart. (via Bea’s Cookbook)
Small Batch Cheesecake With Elderflower Peaches
How many times have you drooled over a cheesecake recipe, only to remember that you don’t have a springform pan? This genius recipe requires only a loaf pan and is the perfect size for sharing with just a few friends. (via The Bojon Gourmet)
Warm Black and Blueberry Sauce
We love a great all-purpose sauce. Use it for dessert or bring it to the breakfast table and serve with yogurt, oatmeal, or pancakes. (via Saving Room for Dessert)
Vanilla Bean and Fig Shortbread Drizzled With Honey Glaze
As pretty as they are delicious, these bars are also the perfect portable dish for your next picnic or BBQ. (via Vegetarian Ventures)
Maple Peach Streusel Ice Cream Sundaes
For those à la mode lovers, this sundae is like a deconstructed peach cobbler in a glass. Grab a spoon… or two. (via Simple Seasonal)
Concord Grape Pie
You won’t find a prettier pie than this. Concord grapes make an unexpected but gorgeous filling. (via Saveur)
Raspberry Peach Hand Pies
Kids and grown ups alike will love this adult version of Pop Tarts. You’re welcome. (via FoodieCrush)
Balsalmic Berry and Fig Pavlova
If you haven’t tried balsamic vinegar with your berries, you’ve been missing out. The combination is a match made in tangy-sweet heaven. (via Temple & Webster Journal)
Chocolate Blackberry Cupcakes
Chocolate is a super sexy pairing to juicy blackberries. You’ll find the fruit infused into both the batter and the chocolate ganache frosting. (via Pastry Affair)
