14 Cool Homemade Summer Treats for Kids

There is something about summertime that makes me want to bring out all the treats. From classics to creative new combos, these simple summer dessert recipes are a great way to get kids involved in the kitchen — and please your taste buds at the same time. 

I’ve rounded up the best sweets and treats to make the most of these dog days of summer. Click the arrow above the image or the link at the bottom of each page to see all the treats. Or, skip straight to the treat you simply must try today: 

• Vegan Taiwanese shaved ice
• Frozen hot chocolate
• Summer ice cream sandwiches 
• Fancy dipped ice cream cones
• Watermelon pizza
• Frozen bananas
• Fruity frozen yogurt bark
• Fantastic fruit popsicles
• Very cherry and limeade popsicles
• Raspberry coolers
• S’more popsicles
• Strawberry lemonade popsicles
• Fabulous fruit on a stick
• Summertime strawberry soda float

Up first: Vegan Taiwanese shaved ice 

Editor’s note: This story was originally published several years ago and was most recently updated in August 2024 by ParentMap’s associate editor Kari Hanson with new treats and images.