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Home » Recipe Collections » Best Lemon Recipes

Best Lemon Recipes

By: Rosemary Published: November 10, 2022 Updated on: March 5, 2023

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These Sweet Lemon Recipes are the best you will find. From quick breads to cookies to some wonderful frozen treats and drinks. They are perfect to share with family and friends or why not just treat yourself?!

Lemon recipes.

Table of Contents

  • The difference between lemon juice and zest
  • How to choose the perfect lemon
  • Fresh or bottled juice?
  • How to store lemons
  • Lemon Cake
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  • Lemon Breads/Muffins
  • Lemon Cookies
  • Lemon Donuts/Scones
  • Lemon Must Try
  • Lemon Frozen / Drinks

The difference between lemon juice and zest

Some insist that the zest has more lemon flavour than the juice. The zest is the oil of the lemon and is therefore filled with the pure lemon flavour.

The juice holds the acidic tart taste of the lemon. Just be sure to grate only the yellow part of the lemon and no white part. The white part will add only bitterness. And you don’t want that!

How to choose the perfect lemon

Be sure to choose lemons that are firm, unblemished and have no green on the skin, which means they are not quite ripe. They should feel heavy, stay away from really pale lemons which means they are older and contain less juice.

Fresh or bottled juice?

Always reach for the fresh lemon, the flavor is so much better than bottled juice, which more than likely will also contain preservatives.

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How to store lemons

Lemons should be stored in the refrigerator. To make them last longer keep them in an airtight container or zip top bag. They should keep for up to 4-6 weeks in the fridge.

They can also be frozen,  place the lemon in a freezer safe bag (remove as much air as possible) or container. Thaw the lemons in the microwave for a few seconds, or place them in cold water for about 10 to 15 minutes.

Lemon Cake

Tablespoon Italian Lemon Cake
Italian Lemon Cake a delicious moist Cake, and all you need is a tablespoon for measurement.  Fast and Easy and so good. The perfect Breakfast, Snack or Dessert Cake Recipe.
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Lemon cake on a cake stand.
Lemon Pudding Cake
This delicious Homemade Lemon Pudding Cake makes the perfect dessert, no need for frosting it makes it's own topping. 
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A slice of pudding cake in a white dish with a spoon.
Italian Lemon Bundt Cake/Ciambellone
This easy Italian Lemon Bundt Cake or better known as Il Ciambellone is a simple soft Italian Cake with a hint of lemon and vanilla.
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bundt cake on a wire rack 2 slices cut
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    Glazed Lemon Yogurt Cake
    This Lemon Yogurt Cake is the perfect dessert cake for any and all Lemon lovers. A simple lemon glaze makes it absolutely perfect.
    Check out this recipe
    lemon yogurt cake on a black cake stand with a slice on a black plate
    Italian Fresh Cream Lemon Cake
    An easy simple Italian Cake, the perfect breakfast or snack cake.
    Check out this recipe
    Lemon cream cake on parchment paper with powdered sugar and a silver spatula.
    Lemon Cupcakes
    An easy Lemon Cupcake recipe. The perfect soft cupcakes with a lemony taste. Add a creamy whipped cream Lemon Frosting. Lemon lovers will love these!
    Check out this recipe
    lemon cupcakes on a gold wire rack with one on a small cake stand
    Easy Lemon Charlotte / Icebox Cake
    This Lemon Charlotte is a fast and easy no Bake Dessert. Made with lady fingers and a creamy lemon filling.
    Check out this recipe
    lemon charlotte on a glass cake dish
    Lemon Tiramisu Cake
    Lemon Tiramisu Cake, white chocolate, whipped cream and mascarpone make this no egg Tiramisu Cake Recipe perfectly delicious.
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    Cake on a wire rack with frosting and decorations on top.
    Italian Pastry Cream Filled Lemon Cake Recipe
    A soft Delicious Lemon Cake filled with an Italian Lemon Pastry Cream then baked. The perfect Lemon Lover's Lemon Cake Recipe.
    Check out this recipe

    Lemon Breads/Muffins

    Best Homemade Lemon Bread
    A delicious Lemony Sweet bread with a simple glaze.
    Check out this recipe
    Sweet bread with 2 slices cut.
    Lemon Muffins with a Crumb Topping
    Lemon lovers are going to love these quick and easy Lemon Muffins with a Crumb Topping, they are perfect anytime, breakfast or snack.
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    2 muffins stacked with a slice of lemon
    Italian Lemon Plumcake
    Italian Lemon Plumcake is a moist easy cake, similar to the texture of  a Pound Cake. Makes the perfect Breakfast, Snack or Dessert Recipe.
    Check out this recipe
    Plumcake with 2 slices cut on a wooden board.

    Lemon Cookies

    Italian Lemon Cookies
    Perfect melt in your mouth Lemon Cookies. If you love anything lemon then you are going to love these easy buttery Italian Cookies. 
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    lemon cookies 3 cookies stacked on each other
    Lemon Thumbprint Cookies
    Fast, easy and really delicious especially with an Italian Pastry Cream Filling.
    Check out this recipe
    Cookies on a wire rack.
    Lemon Shortbread Cookies + 5 More Must Bake Shortbread Recipes
    Shortbread Cookies are a must and these Lemon Shortbread are the perfect Lemon Lovers melt in your mouth Cookie.
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    up close lemon shortbread cookies
    Italian Lemon Biscotti (Cantucci)
    Lemon Biscotti, a classic Italian cookie recipe that is crunchy and nutty with toasted hazelnuts and almonds. Easy to make cookie that's great with coffee!
    Check out this recipe
    Lemon biscotti on a black plate.
    Lemon Cheesecake Squares
    A delicious almond shortbread base with a creamy lemony filling. The perfect Cookie Bar or Dessert recipe. 
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    Cheesecake squares on a white plate.
    Italian Lemon Stuffed Cookies
    If you love the taste of lemons then this Italian Lemon Stuffed Cookie is for you. A simple dough filled with a delicious Italian pastry cream then baked.
    Check out this recipe
    Stuffed cookies on a wooden board.
    Lemon Sugar Cookies
    It's not the holidays without Sugar Cookies and these Lemon Cut-Out Cookies are perfect for your holiday dessert tray.
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    4 lemon sugar cookies on a white plate with a glass of milk and milk jar in the back
    Easy Lemon Drop Cookies
    These Easy Lemon Drop Cookies are made in one bowl,  a simple buttery lemony cookie that will satisfy every lemon lover.
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    3 lemon drop cookies on a wire rack with a slice of lemon

    Lemon Donuts/Scones

    Easy Baked Lemon Donuts
    These Baked Lemon Donuts are every Lemon Lovers dream, so soft and easy to make. Delicious with a simple lemon glaze or a sprinkle of powdered sugar.
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    3 lemon donuts stacked with lemon glaze dripping down
    Lemon Blueberry Scones with a Crumb Topping
    These Delicious Blueberry Scones bake up fast and easy. The subtle lemon taste and a crunchy Streusel topping make these tender Scones the perfect Snack or Breakfast treat.
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    blueberry scones on a pan and a grey board
    Lemon Glazed Blueberry Baked Donuts
    Fast and easy Blueberry Baked Donuts with a simple Lemon Glaze, a healthy homemade delicious snack, dessert or breakfast recipe.
    Check out this recipe
    pouring lemon glaze on blueberry baked donuts.

    Lemon Must Try

    Homemade Lemon Pudding
    Homemade Lemon Pudding is easy to make and bursting with fresh citrus flavor. You only need five ingredients to make the best homemade pudding.
    Check out this recipe
    Pudding in 2 glasses one with whipped cream.
    Italian Lemon Crostata
    Italian Lemon Crostata, a simple and easy Italian Dessert. Made with a flaky pie pastry and a delicious fresh lemon cream filling. The perfect snack or dinner dessert recipe.
    Check out this recipe
    Italian Lemon Crostata, a simple and easy Italian Dessert, a flaky pie pastry and delicious lemon filling. A perfect snack or dessert recipe.

    Lemon Frozen / Drinks

    Creamy Frozen Limoncino Recipe
    This Frozen Limoncino is the perfect Summer Frozen Dessert Recipe, use limoncello or lemon juice. Either way it makes a refreshing hot weather frozen treat.
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    2 glasses of frozen limoncino on a black board.
    Fresh Lemon Ice Cream
    This Easy Lemon Ice Cream has only 4 ingredients and one of them is not Sweetened Condensed Milk. It's creamy and smooth like velvet.
    Check out this recipe
    Lemon ice cream in a glass bowl.
    Italian Lemon Sorbet Drink
    Italian Lemon Sorbet Drink, a delicious traditional Italian digestive middle of dinner drink. Creamy Lemony and so good.
    Check out this recipe
    pouring lemon sorbet drink in a glass
    Toasted Coconut Lemon Ice Cream
    Toasted Coconut Lemon Ice Cream, an easy homemade ice cream recipe, a refreshing fresh coconut and lemon flavor dessert.
    Check out this recipe
    Easy No Churn Toasted Coconut Lemon Ice Cream, an easy homemade ice cream recipe, a refreshing fresh coconut and lemon flavor dessert.

    When you are looking for something lemony to make I hope you try one or all of these! And of course let me know what you think. Enjoy!

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      1. Omaira Figueroa says

        November 11, 2022 at 1:19 pm

        Hola! Mi nombre es Omaira Figueroa, soy venezolana. Estoy fascinada con sus recetas, me gusta el sabor del limón. Estas recetas están fantásticas. GRACIAS! 😘

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        • Rosemary says

          November 13, 2022 at 7:13 pm

          Muchas gracias y de nada. Cuídate!

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