Bountiful Berries

7 Refreshing Summer-Ready Desserts

Summer is in full swing & we’ve got a whole lineup of lighter, refreshing desserts loaded with berry goodness to help beat the heat. Share pictures of your summer creations on our Facebook page or on Instagram with #auifinefoods. And don't forget there's still time to enter our U.S. Pastry Cup! Details and official rules can be found here!

1. Classic Berry Cheesecake

We’re almost 100% positive it’s impossible to go wrong with cheesecake anything – impress guests with this timeless dessert favorite loaded with rich  vanilla flavor & topped with a mix of everyone’s favorite berries.

2. Vanilla Raspberry Coconut Pillow

This modern presentation surprises and delights with a toasted coconut sponge cake and raspberry cream that contain a hint of lime to add a tropical, citrus touch.

3. Pistachio Vanilla Red Berry Entremet

The vibrant colors and flavors of this stunning entremet still work perfectly through the summer months. Pistachio sponge, vanilla bean mousse, pistachio mousse, red berry gelée, pistachio bavarian cream, and raspberry fruit glass make this dessert a master class in classical pastry techniques with a modern sensibility, sure to impress.

4. Strawberry Mint Pâte de Fruits

For the guest who just wants a small treat, the refreshing strawberry & mint flavors of this pâte de fruit are sure to leave them wanting more than just one.

5. Gluten-Free Raspberry Chocolate Mousse Cake

Need something a little more decadent (yet diet friendly) for your crowd? With this classic combination of chocolate and raspberry in rich cake and mousse form, people who even love gluten will never taste the difference.

6. White Chocolate Strawberry Mousse

There’s always one person who doesn’t like chocolate (*gasp* blasphemy!). They’ll never notice anything but a delightful crunch added to this strawberry mousse and vanilla sponge cake combo.

7. Raspberry Yogurt Cheesecake Charlotte

A twist on the classic cheesecake – instead of a graham cracker crumb base, yogurt cheesecake and raspberry goodness sit atop a vanilla sponge cake chilled to perfection.

About the Author

Cristina Bilmanis joined AUI in 2014 after spending years working as a graphic designer in the restaurant and event planning industry. In her spare time she can be found traveling, sitting on a rooftop in DC, or scheming to fit a cute little dog into her purse without anyone noticing.