25 Lemon Recipes to Brighten Your Day

Citrus flavored recipes are my favorite this time of year and we’re spreading the joy with these 25 Lemon Recipes to Brighten Your Day!

Bright bursts of citrus flavor are my favorite this time of year! To me, lemon is a must-have once spring hits, and those flavor cravings last all summer long. From my favorite lemon chicken recipe to my ever-popular lemon bar recipe, these 25 Lemon Recipes are sure to brighten your day and make your mouth happy!

25 LEMON RECIPES TO BRIGHTEN YOUR DAY
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I love starting my day with a little lemon! With these lemon-flavored breakfast recipes you can have lemon every day!

1. Double Glazed Lemon Pound Cake – Can’t get enough lemon? This cake’s for you!!
2. Lemon Ricotta Fritters – Crispy on the outside, light as a cloud on the inside!
3. Lemon Poppy Seed Donuts with Lemon Blueberry Glaze – As delicious as they are pretty!
4. Strawberry & Lemon Cream Crepes – The best way to start any day!
5. Lemon Sour Cream Waffles – You’ll go crazy for these waffles!!

Brighten up your cocktail with a burst of fresh lemon flavor! These drinks are a guaranteed crowd pleaser!

1. Blackberry Lemon Gin & Tonic – Refreshing and perfect for summer!
2. Citrus Celebration Cocktail – Perfect for posh parties or girl’s night!
3. Lemon Drop Martini – A classic cocktail everyone loves!
4. Lemon-Lime Sangria – One of my favorite pitcher drinks when friends are over!
5. Strawberry Basil Lemonade Jello Shots – Get your party started right!

Lemon is one of my favorite things to add to savory dishes for a little acid and an explosion of flavor!

1. CrispyLemon Chicken Wings – One bite and you’ll forget all about buffalo wings!
2. Warm Lemon Broccoli Pasta Salad – I love the fresh flavors in this pasta salad!
3. Lemon Spaghetti – Great for Meatless Monday of alongside grilled chicken!
4. Grilled Lemon & Basil Vinaigrette – You’ll want to put this on all your salads!
5. Creamy Lemon and Fresh Basil Chicken Salad – Pair with lettuce cups for a light lunch you’ll love!

These lemon-flavored cakes and pies will disappear right before your eyes!

1. No Bake Lemon Ladyfinger Cheesecake – Pretty and delicious, what’s not to love?!
2. Lemon-Lime Layer Cake – An explosion of citrus flavor!
3. Lemon Cream Pie – Tart and creamy, always a hit with my family!
4. Lemon-Coconut Golden Angel Cake – A show-stopping dessert that’ll get rave reviews!
5. Brown Sugar Lemon Meringue Tart – A Southern classic that’s a must-have in your recipe box!

Take your lemon to go with these easy lemon-flavored cookies and bars!

1. Frosted Lemon Sugar Cookies – I’m obsessed with these cookies!
2. Lemon Bars – I can’t count how many times my friends and neighbors have asked me to make these bars!
3. Double Lemon Meringue Cookies – Crispy and light with a bright citrus flavor!
4. Lemon Oreo Truffle Topped Blondies – A decadent dessert you’ll want to make again and again!
5. Hazelnut Lemon Curd Thumbprints – Easy to make cookies kids love to help with!

Our favorite tools to make these avocado recipes

• Loaf Pan
• Donut Pan
• Waffle Iron
• Cocktail Glasses
• Large Pot
• Cake Pan
• Baking Sheet
• Baking Dish

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