15 Grilled Desserts to Sweeten Your Summer

The first time I grilled dessert, it was a total accident—leftover pineapple slices ended up on the grill, and the caramelized result changed the game.

Since then, I’ve experimented with everything from peaches to pound cake, and let me tell you—grilled desserts are the unsung heroes of summer cookouts. They’re easy, unexpected, and bring out the natural sweetness in fruits (or decadence in baked goods) in the most mouthwatering way.

Whether you’re hosting a backyard BBQ, a date night on the patio, or just craving something sweet after dinner, these 15 grilled dessert recipes are the perfect way to end a summer meal. No oven, no stress—just sweet, smoky perfection.

1. Grilled Peaches with Honey and Mascarpone

These juicy peaches get soft and caramelized on the grill, then topped with creamy mascarpone and a drizzle of honey for a simple, elegant dessert.

Ingredients:

  • 4 ripe peaches (halved and pitted)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • ½ cup mascarpone cheese
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • Fresh mint (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Brush the cut side of peaches with olive oil.
  2. Grill cut-side down over medium heat for 3–4 minutes until grill marks form.
  3. Plate warm, top with a spoonful of mascarpone, and drizzle with honey.
  4. Garnish with mint if desired.
  5. Serve immediately.

2. Grilled Banana Boats with Chocolate and Marshmallows

This campfire classic gets a smoky twist on the grill. Warm, gooey, and endlessly customizable—it’s a favorite with both kids and adults.

Ingredients:

  • 4 ripe bananas (unpeeled)
  • ½ cup mini marshmallows
  • ½ cup chocolate chips
  • Crushed graham crackers (optional)
  • Foil sheets for wrapping

Instructions:

  1. Slice each banana lengthwise (without cutting through the bottom).
  2. Stuff with marshmallows, chocolate chips, and graham cracker crumbs.
  3. Wrap each banana in foil.
  4. Grill over medium heat for 6–8 minutes until melted and gooey.
  5. Open carefully and enjoy warm with a spoon.

3. Grilled Pineapple with Cinnamon Sugar

Sweet, caramelized pineapple with a kiss of cinnamon—this dessert is tropical, fast, and full of flavor.

Ingredients:

  • 1 fresh pineapple (peeled, cored, and sliced into rings or spears)
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 tbsp melted butter

Instructions:

  1. Mix brown sugar and cinnamon, then brush pineapple slices with melted butter.
  2. Sprinkle sugar mixture on both sides of pineapple.
  3. Grill over medium-high heat for 2–3 minutes per side until caramelized.
  4. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
  5. Optional: add a splash of rum for adult flair.

4. Grilled Pound Cake with Berries and Cream

Grilling pound cake gives it a golden crust that pairs perfectly with fresh berries and whipped cream—simple, elegant, and ready in minutes.

Ingredients:

  • 4 slices pound cake (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1 tbsp butter (melted)
  • 1 cup mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
  • 1 cup whipped cream or whipped topping
  • Mint leaves for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Brush both sides of the pound cake with melted butter.
  2. Grill over medium heat for 1–2 minutes per side until lightly charred.
  3. Plate each slice, top with berries and whipped cream.
  4. Garnish with mint.
  5. Serve immediately.

5. Grilled S’mores Quesadillas

All the gooey goodness of a campfire s’more—but wrapped in a crispy tortilla and grilled to melty perfection.

Ingredients:

  • 4 flour tortillas
  • 1 cup mini marshmallows
  • 1 cup chocolate chips or spread
  • 4 graham crackers (crushed)
  • Butter for brushing

Instructions:

  1. Butter one side of each tortilla.
  2. On the unbuttered side, sprinkle chocolate, marshmallows, and graham cracker crumbs on half.
  3. Fold over and grill for 2–3 minutes per side until golden and gooey inside.
  4. Let cool slightly before cutting into wedges.
  5. Best served warm and sticky!

6. Grilled Watermelon Slices with Lime and Sea Salt

Grilling watermelon may sound wild—but it intensifies the sweetness and adds a hint of smokiness that pairs perfectly with lime and salt.

Ingredients:

  • 4 large watermelon slices (about 1 inch thick, rind on)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lime (zested and juiced)
  • Sea salt to taste
  • Mint or feta for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Brush watermelon slices lightly with olive oil.
  2. Grill on high heat for 1–2 minutes per side until lightly charred.
  3. Sprinkle with lime juice, zest, and a pinch of sea salt.
  4. Optional: top with mint or crumbled feta for a sweet-savory twist.
  5. Serve chilled or warm.

7. Grilled Apple Slices with Maple Glaze

Think apple pie without the crust—grilled apple slices brushed with maple and cinnamon are comforting and crowd-pleasing.

Ingredients:

  • 2 large apples (sliced into ½-inch rounds, core removed)
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 tbsp melted butter

Instructions:

  1. Combine maple syrup, cinnamon, and butter.
  2. Brush both sides of apple slices with the mixture.
  3. Grill over medium heat for 2–3 minutes per side until tender.
  4. Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla yogurt or ice cream.
  5. Optional: sprinkle with crushed walnuts or granola.

8. Grilled Donuts with Berry Compote

Day-old donuts get a new life on the grill—crispy on the outside, soft inside, and topped with warm berry compote.

Ingredients:

  • 4 glazed or plain donuts
  • 1 cup mixed berries (fresh or frozen)
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • Butter for brushing

Instructions:

  1. In a saucepan, simmer berries, sugar, and lemon juice for 5–6 minutes until syrupy.
  2. Brush donuts with a little butter and grill over medium heat for 1–2 minutes per side.
  3. Plate warm donuts and spoon berry compote over the top.
  4. Serve immediately—add whipped cream if you like!
  5. Great for brunch or a casual dessert.

9. Grilled Strawberry Shortcake Skewers

This fun twist on a classic layers cubes of pound cake and strawberries on skewers—grilled until golden and topped with whipped cream.

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups strawberries (halved)
  • 2 cups pound cake (cut into cubes)
  • 1 tbsp butter (melted)
  • Whipped cream for topping
  • Skewers

Instructions:

  1. Thread strawberries and pound cake cubes onto skewers, alternating.
  2. Brush with melted butter.
  3. Grill for 2–3 minutes per side until cake is toasted and berries soften.
  4. Serve with whipped cream or vanilla yogurt.
  5. Optional: drizzle with chocolate or caramel sauce.

10. Grilled Pear Halves with Walnuts and Honey

Grilled pears turn soft and buttery, perfect for stuffing with crunchy walnuts and a golden drizzle of honey.

Ingredients:

  • 2 ripe but firm pears (halved and cored)
  • 2 tbsp chopped walnuts
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp butter (melted)
  • Dash of cinnamon (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Brush pear halves with melted butter.
  2. Grill cut-side down for 4–5 minutes until tender and caramelized.
  3. Flip, sprinkle with walnuts, and grill another 2 minutes.
  4. Plate and drizzle with honey and a pinch of cinnamon.
  5. Serve warm, optionally with Greek yogurt or ice cream.

11. Grilled Figs with Goat Cheese and Balsamic Glaze

This elegant dessert balances sweet grilled figs with tangy goat cheese and a luxurious balsamic drizzle—perfect for outdoor dinner parties.

Ingredients:

  • 8 fresh figs (halved)
  • ¼ cup goat cheese (crumbled)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
  • Cracked black pepper (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Brush fig halves with olive oil.
  2. Grill cut-side down for 2–3 minutes until lightly caramelized.
  3. Top each with crumbled goat cheese and drizzle with balsamic glaze.
  4. Finish with a crack of black pepper if desired.
  5. Serve warm as a classy summer treat.

12. Grilled Chocolate-Stuffed Croissants

Flaky, buttery croissants meet melted chocolate in this fast, irresistible dessert with minimal prep and maximum payoff.

Ingredients:

  • 4 mini croissants (sliced open but not fully through)
  • ½ cup chocolate chips or chocolate spread
  • 1 tbsp butter (melted)
  • Powdered sugar (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Fill each croissant with chocolate chips or spread.
  2. Brush outside with melted butter.
  3. Grill over medium-low heat for 1–2 minutes per side, pressing gently.
  4. Dust with powdered sugar if desired.
  5. Serve warm while the chocolate is gooey.

13. Grilled Orange Halves with Cinnamon Sugar

A warm citrus twist! These grilled oranges are juicy and sweet with caramelized edges—great with breakfast or as a light dessert.

Ingredients:

  • 2 oranges (halved crosswise)
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • ½ tsp cinnamon

Instructions:

  1. Mix brown sugar and cinnamon.
  2. Sprinkle cut sides of oranges with the mixture.
  3. Grill cut-side down for 3–4 minutes over medium heat.
  4. Serve warm with a spoon or over yogurt.
  5. Optional: drizzle with honey or a splash of liqueur.

14. Grilled S’mores Banana Wraps

This handheld twist on banana boats wraps everything in a tortilla—grilled to golden, melty perfection and easy to eat.

Ingredients:

  • 2 ripe bananas (sliced lengthwise)
  • ½ cup mini marshmallows
  • ½ cup chocolate chips
  • 2 large flour tortillas
  • Butter for brushing

Instructions:

  1. Lay banana slices, chocolate, and marshmallows inside tortillas and fold tightly like a burrito.
  2. Brush outside with butter.
  3. Grill over medium heat for 2–3 minutes per side until golden and heated through.
  4. Let cool slightly before slicing.
  5. Serve warm for gooey deliciousness.

15. Grilled Coconut Pineapple Sundaes

The tropical pairing of coconut and pineapple is made even better on the grill—top it with ice cream for a show-stopping finale.

Ingredients:

  • 4 pineapple rings
  • 1 tbsp shredded coconut (unsweetened or toasted)
  • Vanilla ice cream
  • Honey or caramel for drizzling
  • Mint for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Grill pineapple rings for 2–3 minutes per side over medium-high heat.
  2. Place each ring in a bowl, top with a scoop of ice cream.
  3. Sprinkle with coconut and drizzle with honey or caramel.
  4. Garnish with mint.
  5. Serve immediately before the ice cream melts!

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