Sunshine-filled days in the Hudson Valley call for refreshing lemon desserts at these locations.
Hot Hudson Valley days call for bright, citrusy flavors. Nothing is better than cutting into a spongy lemon cake at a picnic or a creamy lemon meringue pie at a barbecue. When looking for the perfect summer dessert, these Hudson Valley spots have you covered with scrumptious lemon flavors.
DeFilippis Bakery
Monticello
Order this: lemon meringue pie, lemon glaze yogurt cake, or a lemon danish
Lemon baked goods and pastries decorate the menu at this Monticello eatery. Satisfy cravings with a lemon meringue pie, an essential addition to a summertime gathering. Or enjoy a lemon glaze yogurt cake for a unique flavor. Looking for a treat for one? The lemon danish will hit the spot whether you enjoy it for breakfast or a post-dinner treat. Everything is baked fresh daily, so note that the menu is subject to change.
Gigi Hudson Valley
Rhinebeck
Try this: Italian lemon cake
Be sure to stop by this Rhinebeck eatery for innovative Mediterranean fare and outdoor patio seating. Enjoy tempting appetizers, fresh salads, pasta, and other hearty entrees. As a closing, the Italian lemon cake is a must, featuring layers of sponge cake and Italian lemon crème. Takeout or DoorDash delivery can be ordered for those looking for a sweet lemony treat on the go.
Guilty Pleasures Cheesecakes
Washingtonville
Don’t miss this: lemon poppyseed cheesecake
Known for creating inventive cheesecakes, Guilty Pleasures turns popular candies, cookies, and even appetizers into mouthwatering creations. These cheesecakes are excellent for sharing at a gathering or savoring after a romantic dinner. Inspired by the classic muffin, the lemon poppyseed cheesecake is a luscious dessert speckled with poppyseeds and topped with whipped cream. It can also be finished with a lemon cookie crust and chunks of lemon cookies inside.
Mary Jane’s Dairy Bar
Newburgh
Order this: homemade lemon Italian ice
This ice cream stand is a mainstay in Newburgh, serving creamy homemade ice cream and Italian ice all summer long. The homemade lemon Italian ice is ideal for hot weather snacking. Each week, Mary Jane’s also serves a different flavor Dole Whip (a fruity, vegan soft serve), with lemon making an occasional appearance.
Patisserie Didier Dumas
Nyack
Dig into this: lemon meringue tart or tartelette
Located in the heart of Nyack, Patisserie Didier Dumas offers fresh, traditional French pastries and products. Lemon lovers will be impressed with the lemon meringue tart, a delicious pastry with lemon curd and Italian meringue on a butter crust. For a smaller bite, opt for the lemon meringue tartelette.
Pinkerton’s Bakery
Kingston
Savor this: lemon cardamom snickerdoodle cookies
This recently opened Kingston bakery presents fresh-baked cookies, pastries, pies, and cakes every morning. Breakfast and lunch options are also offered, and visitors can look forward to quiches, homemade English muffins, chicken pot pie, and scallion biscuits. For a lemon treat, the lemon cardamom snickerdoodle cookies are an essential for this time of year. Since the team at Pinkerton’s is small, all menu options are available in-store on a first-come, first-served basis, and the menu is subject to change.
Shadows on the Hudson
Poughkeepsie
Must-eat: lemon posset or lemon sorbet
Diners at Shadows can look forward to elevated waterfront dining, with an extensive beverage and all-day menu. After enjoying the raw bar, a pasta dish, or steak, visitors can look forward to the offerings on the dessert menu. For a seasonal treat, opt for the lemon posset, which features lemon lavender sable, lavender caramel, honey streusel, and Jane’s raspberry sorbet. For something simple and refreshing, Jane’s lemon sorbet is the perfect treat.
