Berries of course! Chefs and cooks who are busy in their kitchens wearing their chef whites, kitchen shirts and bib aprons are all about desserts during the summer months.
So here are a few of their favorite deserts to make during summer, incorporating those delicious berries, fruits and nuts, as well as other ingredients.
Apricot and Blackberry Cobbler – The cobbler is a favorite dessert using fresh summer berries and fruits, served with a rich blob of vanilla ice cream. Don’t forget to make enough of it, because it will finish before you blink an eye!
Pear Tarte – Fresh summer pears go into this delicious Torte, which can be eaten with fresh cream or just plain. Who needs other food when you have a delicious Tarte?
Pavlova – Why have a plain Pavlova when you can top it with some juicy summer berries right? Right!
Fruit Panzanella – Go Italian this summer with a Fruit Panzanella using apricots, peaches, and mixed berries.
Banana-Nutella Smores – For those who like to camp out during the summer, some deliciously unique Banana and Nutella Smores will just about hit the spot!
Watermelon Popsicles – The summer heat can be unbearable at times, and what better way to cool off than with a fresh Watermelon Popsicle with just a hint of mint in it.
Roasted Peaches and Ice Cream – Lightly roasted peaches infused with honey and rosemary syrup and served up with rich creamy vanilla ice cream, is our idea of heaven!
Strawberry Shortcake – An old time favorite, the Strawberry Shortcake can still delight the senses with its feather light shortcake and fresh strawberries.
Mocha Ice Cream Pops – Extra creamy ice cream pops are like a cup of cool iced coffee in your mouth, refreshing and relaxing you during the lazy hazy days of summer.