I know dessert. That’s not bragging, that’s just factual information that I’m imparting here. Dessert is my thing. So imagine my surprise when I realized there’s an entire category of desserts that I’ve never even considered. Grilled desserts. Seriously, desserts made on a grill. Am I the only one who didn’t know about this possibility? Why didn’t I get the memo about outdoor, casual, minimally messy, easy-to-make grilled sweets? So from now on, when I say, “dessert,” you say, “grill ’em!” Yeah, that’s right.
Want to make your own delicious grilled desserts this summer? Choose from these amazing recipes.
Like what you see? Don’t forget to Pin it!
20 Grilled Desserts for Summer Entertaining
-
Campfire Cones
This grilled dessert has all of the chocolatey, marshmallowy goodness of a s'more -- plus bits of cookie and nuts. Bonus: No sticky, messy hands after indulging. It's a win-win.
Image & Recipe: Brit & Co.
-
Grilled Orange Cupcakes
Skip the paper cups. You can bake, er grill, these orange frosting-topped orange cupcakes right in the peel.
Image: Cupcake Project
-
Grilled Honey-Glazed Watermelon
A sweet honey glaze coats these watermelon wedges, while a sprinkle of salt enhances all of that sugary goodness.
Image: Grill Lovers
-
Grilled Pound Cake Strawberry Shortcake
Take a classic dessert like strawberry shortcake to the grill this summer. And don't worry: the poundcake in this recipe is store bought, not made from scratch!
Image: The Chic Site
-
Grilled S'mores Nachos
These dessert nachos are made with a mouthwatering combination of graham crackers, chocolate bars, caramel bits, and marshmallows.
Image: Delightful E Made
-
Grilled No-Bake Pineapple Cheesecake
Graham cracker crumbs, cheesecake filling, and grilled pineapple topped with a sweet maraschino cherry makes a delicious end to a night of grilling.
Image: The Wicked Noodle
-
Triple Berry Crumble
If your kitchen is a bake-free zone this summer, turn to your grill for mixed berry deliciousness in this fruity crumble.
Image & Recipe: Flourishing Foodie
-
Grilled Strawberry Pies
Summer and strawberries go hand-in-hand, so this strawberry pie with a pre-made crust is bound to be a sweet addition to your backyard festivities.
Image & Recipe: Pillsbury
-
Chocolate Cherry Grilled Ricotta Pizzas
I've grilled pizzas, but never one with such decadent toppings. Chocolate, cheese, and cherries? Yes, please!
Image & Recipe: Marla Meridith
-
Grilled Chocolate Banana Melt
A banana version of s'mores with chocolate, marshmallows, and cinnamon toast cereal? Oh, yeah, that's a dessert worth stoking the flames for.
Image & Recipe: Tablespoon
-
Grilled Blueberry Lemon Pie
Put those fresh blueberries from your harvest or farmer's market haul to good use in this tart, citrusy pie.
Image & Recipe: Eclectic Recipes
-
Grilled Rum-Soaked Pineapples Foster
This boozy grilled dessert is ideal for sweetening up a laid-back, grown-up garden party. Cheers!
Image & Recipe: Gimme Some Oven
-
Grilled Strawberry Tart
This delicious grilled strawberry tart brings back faint memories of Pop Tarts from your childhood!
Image & Recipe: Boulder Locavore
-
Grilled Apricots with Almond Whipped Cream
No grill? No problem! A grill pan does just the trick for creating marks on the apricots and caramelizing the honey butter in this recipe.
Image & Recipe: Recipe Runner
-
Grilled Cherry Pound Cake
Add a toasty, grilled exterior to simple pound cake, and transform this perennial favorite into an absolute must-have.
Image & Recipe: Savory Sweet Life
-
Grilled Blueberry Cobbler
If blueberry cobbler isn't already its own food group, this grilled version is bound to win it that distinction.
Image & Recipe: Tablespoon
-
Grilled Peaches with Cinnamon Honey Ricotta
Creamy ricotta and sweet honey on top of warm, ripe peaches is basically heaven on a picnic plate.
Image & Recipe: Recipe Runner
-
Grilled Grapefruit with Mascarpone
When tart grapefruit caramelizes, it makes a happy home for a dollop of mascarpone.
Image & Recipe: La Receta de la Felicidad
-
Grilled Strawberry Shortcake Skewers
Bite-sized morsels of shortcake and strawberries get the kebab treatment with the help of some light grilling and skewers.
Image & Recipe: Betsy Life
-
Grilled Bloomin' Apples
Warm, maple pecan almond sauce makes an unforgettable topping for grilled apple a la mode.
Image & Recipe: The Gunny Sack
