15 9x13 Retro Desserts for a Summer Potluck
These tried-and-true summer desserts are classics for a reason.
Craving a taste of nostalgia? These mouthwatering summer desserts are a delicious blast from the past. Plus, they come together quickly and easily in your trusty 9x13-inch pan (so they're perfect for potlucks). From grandma-approved family recipes to vintage cakes straight from a spiral-bound cookbook, these 9x13 potluck desserts will steal the show at your next summer get together.
Lemon Lush
"This lemon lush dessert has a shortbread crust and layers of lemon and cream cheese filling. A family friend shared this recipe with me. It's always a hit at any get-togethers." —Mrs Kelly Z
Seven-Layer Gelatin Salad
"This is a family favorite dish from my childhood. We called it Ribbon Jello and my Mom made this dessert only in the summer months. It was wonderful to have a 'slice' after coming home from a trip to the swimming pool." —Cindym
Judy's Strawberry Pretzel Salad
"This three-layer strawberry pretzel dessert salad includes a pretzel crust, cream cheese center, and strawberry top." —Tom
Creamsicle Ice Cream Cake
"Two layers of orange-flavored cake sandwich a layer of vanilla ice cream in this simple recipe, then it's finished off with some whipped topping for a bit of extra flair. And it tastes like the real deal." —Mackenzie Schieck
Grandma's Blueberry Buckle
"An old-fashioned buttermilk peach cobbler. If you like, add blueberries. Serve with ice cream or sweetened whipped cream." —JJOHN32
Jello Poke Cake
The Spruce / Kristina Vanni
"This jello poke cake is an old Southern recipe passed down by my grandmother. Vary the flavor of gelatin used to get a specific color for any holiday, such as lime for St. Patrick's Day. You can top this cake with berries or sprinkles if you like!" —mollie
Pineapple Angel Food Cake
"This pineapple angel food cake requires just three easy ingredients: cake mix, canned pineapple, and whipped topping." —Donna
Lemon Pie Bars
"This is a really easy recipe that my mom made before the lemon bar 'rage' was on! Thick-skinned lemons work the best. I suggest using real butter and eggs, I've tried using eggbeaters--nowhere near as good!" —RCFoodie
Cherry Cream Cheese Dump Cake
"I came up with this recipe to combine a couple of my husband's favorites. It's easy and very tasty. The family loves it! It is great with vanilla ice cream!" —AngieK
Ruby Cake
"This is a Fruit Cocktail Cake with a coconut-brown sugar-nut topping and a creamy coconut sauce." —Penny
Oatmeal Scotchies in a Pan
"Traditional and delicious oatmeal scotchies baked in a convenient 9x13 pan. Perfect every time!" —ABELAIRE
Lemon Poke Cake
France C
"This is a moist lemony cake. It is called a poke cake because you poke holes in it to absorb the glaze. If you want, you can serve this with vanilla ice cream or whipped topping." —MARBALET
Blackberry Cobbler
Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
"This blackberry cobbler has a light and fluffy cake-like topping instead of the traditional biscuit-style. My fiancé said this blackberry cobbler was the best she's ever had. Serve warm with heavy or whipped cream." —Baron
Banana Pudding
Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
"A banana pudding with cream cheese, condensed milk, and vanilla wafers that's quick and easy to make. Enjoy!" —Patty
Grandma's Blueberry Buckle
"This blueberry buckle recipe makes a 9x13-inch cake. It was handed down to me by my grandmother. I always make it during blueberry season. My guests just love it!" —Gary Douylliez
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