Easy Baking Recipes for Summer

Summer is the perfect time to bake because the weather is warm and you can enjoy the fresh air while you’re in the kitchen. Here are some easy baking recipes for summer that you can try out:

Summer Fruit Tart

This summer fruit tart is a delicious and refreshing dessert that is perfect for a summer party or potluck. It is made with a simple graham cracker crust, a layer of fresh fruit, and a homemade whipped cream topping.

Ingredients

• 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
• 1/2 cup melted butter
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 pint fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
• 1 pint fresh blueberries
• 1 pint fresh raspberries
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2. In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press into the bottom of a 9-inch tart pan with removable bottom.
3. Bake for 10 minutes, or until golden brown. Let cool completely.
4. In a medium bowl, beat the heavy cream and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.
5. Top the cooled tart crust with the sliced fruit. Then, top with the whipped cream.
6. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Ice Cream Cake

This ice cream cake is a fun and easy dessert that is perfect for a summer party or picnic. It is made with a chocolate cake layer, a layer of vanilla ice cream, and a layer of chocolate ganache.

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 pint vanilla ice cream, softened
• 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon light corn syrup

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the brown sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until well combined. Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
4. Pour the batter into a greased and floured 9-inch round cake pan. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool completely.
5. To make the ganache, bring the cream and corn syrup to a simmer in a small saucepan over medium heat. Remove from heat and add the chocolate chips. Let sit for 5 minutes, then stir until the chocolate is melted and smooth.
6. Spread the vanilla ice cream over the cooled cake layer. Then, pour the ganache over the ice cream. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or until the ganache is set.
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