Savor the sunshine: 31 lemon recipes for every time of day

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Pucker up! These lemon recipes are the best way to use up this delightful citrus fruit. From drinks to desserts to dinner recipes, lemon lovers will adore this delicious list of lemon recipes.

Meringue Lemon Curd Cupcakes on a wooden board.
Meringue Lemon Curd Cupcakes. Photo credit: Low Carb – No Carb.

Iced Tea Lemonade

An arnold palmer drink on a white background.
Iced Tea Lemonade. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Also called an Arnold Palmer, iced tea and lemonade are the perfect combination for summer refreshments. It’s all about nailing the ratio for this pair.
Get the Recipe: Arnold Palmer

Lemon Drop Cookies

Lemon cookies on a silver cooling rack with lemons around it.
Lemon Drop Cookies. Photo Credit: Feast+West.

Fluffy lemon cookies covered in a zesty glaze — what could be more summery than that? They’re like lemonade in a cookie.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Drop Cookies

Strawberry Lemonade

mint leaves, strawberries and lemon slices garnish a glass of strawberry lemonade.
Strawberry Lemonade. Photo credit: Feast + West.

This homemade strawberry lemonade is bright and refreshing. Make it with fresh strawberries and real lemon juice for the ultimate flavor explosion.
Get the Recipe: Strawberry Lemonade

Champagne Jello Shots

Jello shot squares with sparkles inside.
Champagne Jello Shots. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Glitzy and glamorous, these champagne jello shots are made with your favorite sparkling wine and have a hint of lemon flavor. Top them with edible sprinkle stars to make a real statement.
Get the Recipe: Champagne Jello Shots

Hot Honey Lemon Pepper Wings

Hot honey lemon pepper chicken wings on a dark blue plate.
Hot Honey Lemon Pepper Wings. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

These hot honey lemon pepper wings are a crispy, sweet, savory, and tangy treat! Lemon works beautifully in this savory recipe.
Get the Recipe: Hot Honey Lemon Pepper Wings

Lemon Daiquiris

Frozen Lemon Daiquiris. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Beat the heat this summer with Frozen Lemon Daiquiris reminiscent of the New Orleans classic cocktail. Sweet and tart, this citrus and rum cocktail is like a fresh frozen lemonade.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Daiquiris

Homemade Lemonade

a glass of lemonade on a yellow fabric coaster.
Lemonade. Photo credit: Feast + West.

You’re not going to believe how easy it is to make homemade lemonade! With fresh lemons, water and sugar, it’s a cinch to put together and will be the best lemonade you’ve ever had.
Get the Recipe: Homemade Lemonade

Homemade Lemon Curd

Keto Lemon Curd inide a glass with fresh lemons behind.
Low Carb Lemon Curd Recipe. Photo credit: Low Carb – No Carb.

Lemon Curd has a silky smooth texture and the perfect balance of sweet and tart, it’s like sunshine in a jar. Slather it on scones, swirl it into yogurt or use it as a pie filling — it’s versatile, bursting with flavor, and gives any dish a lemony lift that screams “Hello, deliciousness!”.
Get the Recipe: Homemade Lemon Curd

Bourbon Slush

A Bourbon Slush garnished with orange slice and striped blue straw.
Bourbon Slush. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Make a big batch of Bourbon Slush for those hot summer days. Made with iced tea, orange, lemon and bourbon whiskey all frozen together, this frozen cocktail is so refreshing and delicious. It is almost effortless to make with just four ingredients and easily serves a crowd.
Get the Recipe: Bourbon Slush

Honey Lemon Whiskey Sour

A honey lemon whiskey sour cocktail sits with several of its ingredients with a cocktail jigger on a teal dish towel in background.
Honey Lemon Whiskey Sour. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Enjoy a Honey Lemon Whiskey Sour for happy hour! This recipe modifies the classic whiskey sour by replacing the lime juice with lemon and the sugar with local honey.
Get the Recipe: Honey Lemon Whiskey Sour

Homemade Limoncello

A gold-rimmed coupe glass holds a yellow cocktail garnished with a lemon peel curl on a white surface.
Homemade Limoncello. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Sweet and tart, this Italian digestif is a delicious after-dinner sipper. Homemade Limoncello is the ultimate gift any time of year.
Get the Recipe: Homemade Limoncello

Meringue Lemon Curd Cupcakes

Meringue Lemon Curd Cupcakes on a wooden board.
Meringue Lemon Curd Cupcakes. Photo credit: Low Carb – No Carb.

Those light and fluffy Sugar Free Meringue Lemon Curd Cupcakes are a single-serve version of a lemon meringue pie every lemon lover will be impressed by. Those lemon cupcakes filled with lemon curd and topped with homemade meringue frosting are a cupcake recipe you will cherish for a very long time.
Get the Recipe: Meringue Lemon Curd Cupcakes

Tom Collins

Two Tom Collins Sodas alongside fruit garnishes.
Tom Collins. Photo credit: Feast + West.

The Tom Collins is a classic cocktail that never goes out of style. Full of lemon flavor, this gin drink is always a great choice, thanks to its simple ingredients and balanced sweetness.
Get the Recipe: Tom Collins

Blueberry Lemonade

Two glasses of blueberry lemonade garnished with lemon, blueberries and herbs.
Blueberry Lemonade. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Fresh and bright, Blueberry Lemonade is the ultimate refreshing drink. Make it with fresh berries and lemons for the most flavorful drink.
Get the Recipe: Blueberry Lemonade

Easy Lemon Bars with Shortbread Crust

A stack of three lemon bars on a plate with more lemon bars in the background.
Easy Lemon Bars. Photo credit: Renee Nicole’s Kitchen

Easy lemon bars with a buttery shortbread crust and a luscious lemon filling. Perfectly tangy and sweet, they are the best lemon bars I’ve ever tasted.
Get the Recipe: Easy Lemon Bars with Shortbread Crust

Lemon Mojito

Lemons and limes sit alongside a glass of lemon-lime mojito with mint leaves and a green and white striped straw
Lemon Mojitos. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Lemon adds brightness and whimsy to the classic Cuban mojito, which is typically made with limes. It’s refreshing and oh-so-delicious.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Mojito

Limoncello Lemonade

two lemonades with limoncello in glasses with gold writing on them, next to lemons and a gold jigger.
Limoncello Lemonade. Photo credit: Feast + West.

When life gives you lemons, make an ice-cold glass of Limoncello Lemonade. Pair fresh, homemade lemonade with zesty Italian limoncello for the ultimate sweet-tart sipper.
Get the Recipe: Limoncello Lemonade

Lemon Ricotta Muffins

Lemon muffins on a wood cutting board.
Lemon Ricotta Muffins. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Take the standard lemon muffin up a notch with this made from scratch Ricotta Lemon Muffins recipe. Adding some Tuscany flavors with ricotta cheese and fruity olive oil makes these muffins rich and delicious.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Ricotta Muffins

Lemon Herb Vinaigrette

Closeup of lemon herb vinaigrette in a copper spoon.
Lemon Herb Vinaigrette. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Lemon Herb Vinaigrette is a versatile and delicious dressing that combines lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, dijon and fresh herbs! Try it on your favorite salads or over grilled meats and vegetables.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Herb Vinaigrette

Lemon Loaf

Lemon loaf on white cutting board with a cut slice.
Mini Lemon Loaf Cake. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Delicious and sweet, this mini lemon loaf for two is the perfect indulgent treat to share between friends. It’s similar to the one at Starbucks but more budget-friendly.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Loaf

No-Base Instant Pot Keto Lemon Cheesecake

Extra quick and easy, our No-Base Instant Pot Keto Lemon Cheesecake with sugar-free meringue is rich in flavors and super creamy with that perfect slightly sour lemon aftertaste. Fully low-carb, gluten-free, grain-free, diabetic friendly and, of course, sugar-free, this lemon cheesecake is made with only 4 ingredients plus meringue and baked in 20 minutes.
Get the Recipe: No-Base Instant Pot Keto Lemon Cheesecake

Frosted Lemonade

Closeup of a mug of frosted lemonade with a slice of lemon and two red straws.
Frosted Lemonade. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Frosted Lemonade is the ultimate chill-down drink, combining the zesty, tangy flavor of lemon with the creamy, cool goodness of ice cream. It’s the best possible combination of a lemonade stand and an ice cream truck!
Get the Recipe: Frosted Lemonade

Lemon Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner

Lemons, sweet peppers, thyme, and cherry tomatoes with baked chicken thighs on a sheet tray.
Lemon Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This lemon chicken sheet pan dinner is an easy weeknight meal that combines crispy, savory chicken thighs, fresh thyme, roasted sweet peppers, cherry tomatoes and bright lemon for an incredibly flavorful dish!
Get the Recipe: Lemon Chicken Sheet Pan Dinner

Lemon Marinated Chicken

Lemon marinated chicken kebabs on a skewer with green background.
Lemon marinated chicken kebabs. Photo Credit: Honest and Truly.

Chicken on the grill is so delicious and juicy. It’s even better when you mix it with this simple lemon marinade for more flavor. Go ahead and skewer it with your favorite veggies for a delicious summer meal everyone will love.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Marinated Chicken

Lemon Bundt Cake

Lemon bundt cake on a white plate with strawberries.
Lemon Bundt Cake. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

For all the lemon lovers, this Lemon Bundt Cake recipe is for you. Easily made from scratch and baked golden brown with juicy lemon pieces baked in the batter and a creamy lemon glaze drizzled down the sides, you will enjoy every lemony bite.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Bundt Cake

Almond Flour Lemon Cookies

A wire rack with lemon cookies on it.
Almond Flour Lemon Cookies. Photo credit: The Honour System.

Looking for a zesty twist on your gluten-free cookie game? Look no further than this Almond Flour Lemon Cookies recipe! These soft and chewy treats are bursting with tangy lemon flavor, making them a sweet way to brighten up your day.
Get the Recipe: Almond Flour Lemon Cookies

Lemon Dill Salmon and Asparagus

Hands holding a baking dish with Lemon Dill Salmon and Asparagus.
Lemon Dill Salmon and Asparagus. Photo credit: Renee Nicole’s Kitchen.

Gourmet meets quick in this lemon dill salmon and asparagus. Flaky salmon, tender asparagus, and a restaurant quality lemon dill sauce. All on the table in thirty minutes.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Dill Salmon and Asparagus

3-Ingredient Lemonade Popsicles

Lemonade popsicles resting on a tan table garnished with fresh lemons.
Lemonade Popsicles. Photo credit: MOON and spoon and yum.

With the perfect balance of sweet and tart, these easy three-ingredient lemonade popsicles are bursting with fresh lemon flavor in every bite.
Get the Recipe: 3-Ingredient Lemonade Popsicles

Lemon Ricotta Cookies

Lemon ricotta cookies on rack with icing bowl.
Lemon ricotta cookies. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes

These small-batch lemon ricotta cookies are the perfect balance of sweet and tart. With a hint of lemon zest, they make a delightful treat that’s sure to please.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Ricotta Cookies

Strawberry Lemonade Icebox Cake

Image shows a spoon holding a bite of Strawberry Lemonade Icebox Cake with the full container behind it.
Strawberry Lemonade Icebox Cake. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Strawberries and lemon are so refreshing, and they’re absolutely delicous in this quick and simple recipe for an icebox cake. It’s so satisfying and pretty, too!
Get the Recipe: Strawberry Lemonade Icebox Cake

Lemon Ricotta Cheese Dip

Baked ricotta cheese in a blue casserole dish with sliced bread.
Baked Ricotta Cheese with Lemon and Herbs. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

This creamy Baked Ricotta Cheese with Lemon and Herbs is a perfect appetizer that you can pair with bread or crackers, some fruit, or salty olives. The best part of this cheese dip is that it is so quick to make.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Ricotta Cheese Dip

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