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    Home » Roundups

    29 Easy Lemon Recipes

    Published: Mar 20, 2025 by bobbieblue

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    Lemon adds an amazing burst of flavor to both sweet and savory dishes. This collection of lemon recipes is perfect for spring. Make a delicious lemon cake, cookies or bars with a sweet lemony flavor for an Easter dessert, Mother's Day or just anytime you crave a burst of citrus flavor.

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    If you are looking for something other than sweets, try a light lemon pasta, lemon soup or lemony marinaded chicken breast. Now that spring is here, we can enjoy these lighter, brighter recipes.

    Moist Lemon Bundt Cake

    lemon pound cake
    Photo Credit: Pink Owl Kitchen

    Super moist lemon bundt cake is a tender, sweet, and tangy lemon cake topped with a luscious lemon glaze. This bright and tasty lemon cake is a beloved family recipe that is perfect for any occasion!

    Get the recipe: Moist Lemon Bundt Cake

    Luscious Lemon Bars

    Photo Credit: Recipes From A Pantry

    Calling all lemon lovers! Whip up these tangy treats with just a handful of ingredients you probably already have on hand. Dusted with powdered sugar, these elevated Lemon Squares are bursting with creamy sweetness and a delightful pucker.

    Get the recipe: Lucious Lemon Bars

    Easy Lemon Chicken Breast Recipe

    Lemon chicken breast.
    Photo Credit: Haute Fitness Meals

    This super easy, lemon chicken breast recipe is made on the stovetop within minutes and will satisfy anyone’s craving. Bright lemon juice and savory chicken broth are combined and layered with tender seasoned chicken breasts.

    Get the recipe: Easy Lemon Chicken Breast Recipe

    Healthy Lemon Muffins

    lemon muffins
    Photo Credit: Blue's Best Life

    These yummy lemon muffins are light and tangy, with a sweet lemon glaze. They're easy to make with healthy ingredients, and perfect for a tasty treat everyone will enjoy!

    Get the recipe: Healthy Lemon Muffins

    Bite-Sized Lemon Tarts

    Photo Credit: Garlic And Zest

    These adorable Bite-Sized Lemon Tarts are guaranteed to steal the show! Packed with a delightful lemon curd filling and topped with fresh berries, they're the perfect sweet and tart treat for any party, shower, or wedding. Be warned: they're so delicious, you might need to double the recipe!

    Get the recipe: Bite-Sized Lemon Tarts

    Creamy Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup Recipe

    lemon orzo soup.
    Photo Credit: Blue's Best Life

    Craving a cozy comfort food that bursts with flavor? Look no further than this Creamy Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup! Tender chicken, fluffy orzo pasta, and a vibrant lemon-infused broth create a delightful harmony in every spoonful. This heartwarming dish is sure to please the whole family and is perfect for those chilly fall and winter evenings.

    Get the recipe: Creamy Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup Recipe

    Instant Pot Lemon Parmesan Orzo With Arugula

    Instant pot lemon orzo
    Photo Credit: Blue's Best Life

    Craving a satisfying yet time-saving meal? Look no further than Instant Pot Orzo! This versatile dish whips up in minutes, transforming tiny pasta pearls into a creamy delight. Enjoy it as a light and flavorful main course for busy weeknights, or chill it and serve as a refreshing side dish for warmer days. The possibilities are endless!

    Get the recipe: Instant Pot Lemon Parmesan Orzo With Arugula

    Lemon Shortbread Cookie Recipe

    lemon shortbread cookies
    Photo Credit: Sugar And Soul

    This Lemon Shortbread Cookie Recipe is a stand-out treat that’s deliciously buttery with a sweet citrus flavor and a lemon-sugar topping! The perfect Spring and Summer cookie that everyone will love!

    Get the recipe: Lemon Shortbread Cookie Recipe

    Lemon Icebox Pie

    Photo Credit: Chenee Today

    Craving a refreshing summer dessert? Look no further than this easy lemon icebox pie! Made with just Eagle Brand condensed milk, egg yolks, and a homemade graham cracker crust (or your favorite store-bought one!), this pie is bursting with bright lemon flavor.

    Get the recipe: Lemon Icebox Pie

    Easy Lemon Curd Cookies

    Photo Credit: Blue's Best Life

    This recipe for delightful lemon curd cookies is bursting with bright, citrusy flavor. Made with just 3 ingredients, these melt-in-your-mouth treats are perfect for any gathering and sure to vanish quickly!

    Get the recipe: Easy Lemon Curd Cookies

    Lemon Ricotta Pancakes

    lemon pancakes
    Photo Credit: Modern Honey

    Lemon ricotta pancakes are light and the perfect breakfast! They are a mix between a pancake and a crepe with a melt-in-your-mouth soft texture.

    Get the recipe: Lemon Ricotta Pancakes

    One Pot Lemon Ricotta Pasta

    lemon ricotta pasta
    Photo Credit: Blue's Best Life

    Craving a fast and fuss-free weeknight dinner? Whip up this easy one-pot pasta with lemon ricotta in under 20 minutes! The silky smooth sauce, bursting with zesty lemon flavor and creamy ricotta, will have you twirling pasta and savoring every bite. Garnish with fresh herbs and a sprinkle of parmesan for a restaurant-worthy finish.

    Get the recipe: One Pot Lemon Ricotta Pasta

    Strawberry Lemon Muffins

    strawberry lemon muffins
    Photo Credit: Blue's Best Life

    Start your day right with these easy strawberry lemon muffins! Bursting with juicy berries and a zesty lemon flavor, these muffins are perfect for a quick and delicious breakfast. They're simple to make yet full of fresh flavor, making them an ideal way to chase away any lingering winter blues.

    Get the recipe: Strawberry Lemon Muffins Recipe

    Lemon Garlic Swordfish Recipe

    Photo Credit: Chew Out Loud

    This Lemon Garlic Swordfish is a weeknight wonder. Tender, flavorful, and ready in minutes, it'll leave you wondering how you achieved such restaurant-quality results with so little effort.

    Get the recipe: Lemon Garlic Swordfish Recipe

    Cucumber Lemon Ginger Water

    lemon water
    Photo Credit: Blue's Best Life

    Ditch the sugary beverages and quench your thirst with a refreshing glass of cucumber lemon ginger water! This delightful drink is bursting with natural flavors, completely free of added sugars, and helps you reach your daily hydration goals without compromising on taste.

    Get the recipe: Cucumber Lemon Ginger Water

    Lemon Berry Mascarpone Cake With Lemon Buttercream Frosting

    lemon blueberry cake
    Photo Credit: Blue's Best Life

    Craving a showstopper that's light and refreshing? Look no further! This stunning lemon cake boasts a melt-in-your-mouth texture, kissed with sunshine and layered with creamy mascarpone frosting and juicy berries. Impress your guests at any special occasion with this elegant and easy-to-make dessert.

    Get the recipe: Lemon Berry Mascarpone Cake With Lemon Buttercream Frosting

    Perfect Lemon Poppy Seed Loaf For Spring

    Photo Credit: DIY Candy

    Light, lemony, and bursting with poppy seeds, this loaf cake is a breeze to whip up. Enjoy it for brunch, afternoon tea, or any time a sweet treat strikes. It's also perfect for your Easter spread!

    Get the recipe: Perfect Lemon Poppy Seed Loaf For Spring

    French Style Lemon Tart

    French lemon tart.
    Photo Credit: Julia Recipes

    This is the traditional French style lemon tart with creamy, buttery lemon filling. You will need just a piece to fall in love with French pastry like this one!

    Get the recipe: French Style Lemon Tart

    Lemon-Cardamon Olive Oil Cake

    Lemon olive oil cake
    Photo Credit: Marsala And Chai

    This Lemon Olive Oil cake is topped with fresh lemons candied in a lemon-cardamom syrup for a ridiculously delicious, flavorful, and fluffy cake.

    Get the recipe: Lemon-Cardamon Olive Oil Cake

    Lemon Meringue Tart

    Photo Credit: Dinner At The Zoo

    Craving an impressive dessert? Look no further than this lemon meringue tart! While it requires some attention, the burst of citrus and fluffy meringue topping create an unforgettable finale to any meal.

    Get the recipe: Lemon Meringue Tart

    Lemon Poke Cake

    Photo Credit: Amira's Pantry

    A bright, citrusy, and moist lemon cake made with lemon cake mix and a delicious cream filling. Incredibly moist refreshing cake that you’ll want to make any time of the year.

    Get the recipe: Lemon Poke Cake

    Lemon Chicken Orzo

    lemon chicken orzo
    Photo Credit: Busy Family Recipes

    Lemon Chicken Orzo is a quick, flavorful weeknight meal that has tender chunks of chicken and orzo pasta that combine in a lemon cream sauce! An easy one-skillet meal!

    Get the recipe: Lemon Chicken Orzo

    Healthy Lemon Coconut Bread

    lemon coconut bread
    Photo Credit: Haute And Healthy Living

    This lemon coconut loaf is a refreshing if flavors! The perfect sweet treat for spring and summer. 

    Get the recipe: Healthy Lemon Coconut Cake

    Easy Lemon White Chocolate Scones With Lemon Glaze

    lemon scones
    Photo Credit: Milk Glass Home

    These picture perfect lemon white chocolate scones are drizzled with a glaze that tastes just like summer! They're a great choice for brunch or just because!

    Get the recipe: Easy Lemon White Chocolate Scones With lemon Glaze

    Lemon Curd Coffee Cake

    lemon coffee cake
    Photo Credit: The Heirloom Pantry

    Lemon Curd Coffee Cake is a burst of citrusy freshness. Zesty cake meets pockets of tangy curd, all topped with a sweet and crunchy streusel crown. It's a celebration of lemon in every bite, perfect for brightening up any day.

    Get the recipe: Lemon Curd Coffee Cake

    Lavender Lemon Curd Cookies

    Photo Credit: The Heirloom Pantry

    These Lavender Lemon Curd Cookies are surprisingly easy to make, yet deliver big on flavor. Zesty lemon curd nestled between buttery, lavender-infused lemon cookies creates a crowd-pleasing treat perfect for any occasion.

    Get the recipe: Lavender Lemon Curd Cookies

    Easy Fudgy Lemon Brownies

    lemon brownies.
    Photo Credit: Vintage Kitchen Notes

    Also known as lemon brownies, these are sweet, moist, and intensely lemon-flavored bars that are easy to make and glazed to perfection. A mouthwatering recipe that will bring raves!

    Get the recipe: Easy Fudgy Lemon Brownies

    Bursting Lemon Pound Cake

    lemon pound cake
    Photo Credit: The Slow Roasted Italian

    Experience the ultimate delight with this moist, tangy Lemon Burst Pound Cake, bursting with vibrant citrus flavors in every bite! Its golden crust and fluffy interior promise a truly refreshing treat.

    Get the recipe: Bursting Lemon Pound Cake

    Lemon Meringue Cake

    lemon meringue cake
    Photo Credit: Baking Capture

    Lemon Meringue Cake: A buttery cake with lemon curd and meringue, a creative twist on the classic pie. 

    Get the recipe: Lemon Meringue Cake

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