25+ Lemon Recipes to Try Today

There’s something about lemons that just makes you feel good. Maybe it’s their sunny yellow color, or the tart, refreshing taste. Whatever it is, there’s no doubt that lemons are a powerhouse of flavor. And what’s not to love about recipes that include this delicious citrus fruit? From main dishes to desserts and everything in between, these 25+ lemon recipes will have you dreaming of sunny days ahead. So stock up on lemons and get cooking! Your taste buds will thank you.

Do you love lemons? The tart, juicy fruit can be used in recipes for both sweet and savory dishes. From lemon bars to roast chicken, there are endless possibilities for cooking or baking. Check out some of our favorite recipes that use lemons for a delicious and nutritious meal.

What Part of the Lemon has the Most Flavor?

The lemon is a fruit that is widely enjoyed for its tart, acidic flavor. But what part of the lemon has the most flavor? Many people assume that it is the juice that tastes the best, but this may not be the case. In fact, the peel of the lemon may actually have more flavor than the juice. This means that you should try using lemon zest in your recipes to get the most out of this delicious fruit.

Lemon Cookie Recipes

Lemon cookies are one of my all-time favorite desserts. They’re tart, sweet, and full of flavor. And, they’re surprisingly easy to make! Here’s a quick and easy recipe for delicious lemon cookies that will have your friends and family asking for more. enjoy!

Lemon Cake Mix Cookies

Craving lemon cookies? Why not try these Lemon Cake Mix cookies? They have a perfectly sweet, vibrant, lemon flavor. Rolled in powdered sugar, they bake up to a perfectly fluffy, crinkle cookie with few ingredients.

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Lemon Ricotta Cookies with Lemon Glaze Recipe

Lemon Ricotta Cookies with Lemon Glaze are a soft, fluffy and delicious cake-like cookie. Perfect with a cup of coffee, they make a delicious addition to any morning or snack routine.

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Lemon Pastries

If you’re looking for a delicious and exciting new pastry to try, look no further than lemon pastries! These light and fluffy treats are perfect for any occasion, and they’re sure to please everyone’s taste buds. Plus, they’re easy to make at home, so you can enjoy them anytime you want.

Lemon Cheesecake Bars

In this post, we’ll show you how to make creamy, dreamy Lemon Curd Cheesecake Bars. This cheesecake recipe is baked in a 9 x 13 sized pan and produces perfectly sweet and tasty cheesecake bars with a sweet graham cracker crust.

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Lemon Cream Horns

Lemon Cream Horns are delicious pastries that are easy to make. These desserts can be made with a variety of fillings, including custard cream and jelly

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Raspberry Lemon Napoleons

Freshly made whipped cream is tucked in-between tasty lemon pudding and fresh raspberries nestled in between flaky puff pastry. Each Raspberry Lemon Napoleon pastry is dusted with powdered sugar for a deliciously easy bakery quality treat at home.

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Best Ever Stovetop Lemon Rice Pudding Recipe

Best Ever Stovetop Lemon Rice Pudding Recipe- These stovetop lemon rice pudding is made with Jasmine Rice, whole milk, lemon rind, sugar, and eggs. This rice pudding is the BEST ever! You can also add raisins! This recipe is ideal for bake sale rice pudding cups, and makes a delish dessert or breakfast treat!

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Chewy Delicious Lemon Brownies

In this post, we'll show you how to make the best Lemon Brownies on the block. Similar to our vintage Peanut Butter Brownies, these brownies are chewy, delicious, and will knock your socks off!! Made with pantry staples, fresh lemon, and vanilla morsels, these are a must-bake!

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Homemade Portuguese Sweet Rice Pudding (Arroz Doce)

Portuguese Sweet Rice is a delicious and comforting dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is made with rice, milk, sugar, cinnamon, and lemon zest producing a rich and creamy dessert.

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Lemon Danish

Smooth, rich, homemade lemon curd is nestled in the center of buttery crescent dough and then baked until golden brown. These Lemon Curd Crescent Danish are an easy pastry recipe you can make effortlessly at home.

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Lemon Cake Recipes

What could be more refreshing than a slice of lemon cake on a hot day? Slices of tart lemon cake, smothered in creamy icing are the perfect way to cool down on a summer afternoon. Today, we have some of our favorite lemon cake recipes with you. From classic lemony pound cake to delicious lemon chiffon cake, we’ve got something for everyone.

How to Make the BEST Strawberries & Cream Lemon Cake

This Extra moist, and delicious semi-homemade lemon cake paired with fresh strawberries and cream is quick, and a delicious!

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Lemon Chiffon Cake

Lemon Chiffon Cake is a moist, springy and citrus infused light and airy cake. Covered in whipped topping and lemon zest, this cake is perfect for warmer weather months. 

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Lemon Blueberry Pound Cake Loaf

A vibrant pound cake loaf with a crisp outer and flavorful, lemony, moist inner with fresh, sweet, blueberries. This is an absolutely delicious, award-winning pound cake that pairs perfectly with tea or hot coffee.

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Iced Lemon Pound Cake Loaf (Best Ever)

If you love the Iced Lemon Loaf from Starbucks, you're going to want to save or print this recipe. After years of remaking this recipe, I've finally settled on the perfect lemon loaf recipe. Try it yourself, and you too will be in love!

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Lemon Blueberry Bundt Cake

A delicious lemon-infused blueberry bundt cake that features fresh blueberries and buttermilk. 

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Lemon Angel Food Cake (2 ingredients)

This Two-Ingredient Item Lemon Angel Food Cake comes together with just 2 store-bought items – lemon pie filling and angel food cake mix. You won’t need eggs, water, oil, or any other ingredients to bake this cake. 

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Lemon Pie Recipes

Whether you’re in the mood for a classic lemon pie or something more adventurous, we’ve got you covered. And don’t forget the whipped cream – that always takes things up a notch! So get ready to enjoy some delicious lemon pie goodness this warmer weather season.

No Bake Lemon Cream Pie

This creamy and refreshing lemon pie features a no-bake graham cracker crust, and a light, fluffy lemon-flavored filling.

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Lemon Curd Hand Pies

Lemon Curd Hand Pie desserts are deliciously glazed, sweet, tangy, and easy to make. Homemade Lemon Curd filling is nestled in-between flaky pie crust and baked to golden-brown perfection.

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Lemon Savory Meals

If you’re like me and love lemons, then you’ll be excited to know that there are all sorts of savory meals that can be made with them! Here are a few of my favorite recipes that incorporate lemon into the main dish. So get ready to add a little zest to your mealtime routine!

Lemon Chicken for Two

This lemon chicken is cooked in a skillet and is served over mashed potatoes. It is the perfect portion size for two filling meals. 

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Lemon-Parmesan Baked Cod Fish

Tender, white cod fish is oven baked with a topping of buttery breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and spices. This fish is both easy to prepare and tastes delicious.

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Sweet & Savory Recipes that Contain Lemon Juice

If you love lemons like I do, you’ll be excited to know that they can be used in a variety of recipes. From drinks to main courses, lemons add a delicious and tangy flavor that can’t be beat. Check out some of my favorite recipes that use lemon juice below!

Tuna Salad with Cranberries

Canned albacore tuna is tossed with celery, dried cranberries, sour cream, mayo, lemon juice, and simple spices. This meal is quick and easy to make and produces a flavorful, tuna salad.

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Canned Apple Pie Filling

Make your own apple pie filling and preserve it by canning. This recipe uses fresh apples, lemon juice, nutmeg, and cinnamon. The canning process uses a pressure cooker and glass canning jars. This recipe makes 3 quarts of apple pie filling, which is enough for 2 pies.

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With all of these delicious recipes to choose from, it can be hard to decide which one to make first. But don’t worry – we have you covered. Pick your favorite recipe and start cooking! Once you try one, we guarantee you’ll be hooked on lemon recipes for good.