Frozen fruit is so convenient to have in the freezer at all times, and it can be the heart of your summer BBQ recipes. Whether you want to add a sweet touch to your grilled dishes or surprise your guests with refreshing desserts, frozen fruit is your ally for delicious and easy-to-prepare meals. Discover our best ideas for incorporating frozen fruit into your BBQ menus this summer.

Frozen Fruit Lemonade

Refresh yourself with this frozen fruit lemonade, perfect for hot summer days. Combining frozen fruit of your choice with the tangy taste of fresh lemon, this drink is both thirst-quenching and deliciously fruity. You will need:

  • 4 cups frozen fruit, thawed (your choice)
  • 1 / 2 cup of water
  • 1 1/2 cup sugar
  • 8-10 cups of water
  • The juice of 7 lemons

In a blender, blend the fruit with 1/2 cup of water, then pour through a strainer to remove the seeds and pulp.

Pour the juice into a large pitcher and add the remaining ingredients. Stir until the sugar dissolves, taste, and adjust as needed. Let the fruit lemonade chill for 1 hour before serving.

Mason jars of lemonade made from frozen fruit

Raspberry and chipotle BBQ sauce

Kick up your summer grilling with this bold and delicious BBQ sauce. The flavor of frozen raspberries pairs perfectly with the smoky heat of chipotle peppers. Easy to make, this sauce will add a sophisticated and indulgent touch to your grilled meats.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 c. tablespoon of olive oil
  • 1 tsp liquid smoke
  • 1/4 cup + 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1 1/2 large chipotle peppers, chopped (from a can of chipotle peppers in adobo)
  • 700g frozen raspberries, defrosted in the fridge
  • 425 ml tomato sauce

In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil and sweat the onions for 2-3 minutes. Add the garlic and chipotle peppers and continue cooking for 30 seconds. Then add the tomato sauce, brown sugar, vinegar, and liquid smoke. Stir until the brown sugar dissolves, then add the raspberries.
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring regularly.
Remove from heat and allow BBQ sauce to cool before using or storing in the refrigerator.

Frozen BBQ Blueberry Cobbler

This frozen blueberry cobbler perfectly captures the essence of summer with its fresh, comforting flavor. Blueberries, which retain their perfect texture even after freezing, pair wonderfully with lemon zest and juice to create a dessert that's both sweet and tangy. Prepared directly on the grill, this cobbler becomes crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, and topped with a scoop of ice cream, it's irresistible!

Ingredients

  • 2 cups frozen blueberries, thawed in the refrigerator and drained
  • 3 c. lemon juice
  • The zest of half a lemon
  • 2/3 cup sugar + 2 additional tsp
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 / 2 cup of milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla or almond extract
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cubed

Preheat the BBQ to between 350°F and 400°F, creating one zone of direct and one indirect heat.

In a medium bowl, combine the blueberries, lemon juice and zest, 2 teaspoons of sugar, and a pinch of salt. Roughly crush the blueberries and set aside. In another bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, cinnamon, remaining sugar, and salt, then whisk in the milk and vanilla extract to form a thick batter.

Place a cast-iron skillet on the grill and melt the butter in it. Remove the skillet from the heat, pour in the batter, and spread it into an even layer. Pour the blueberry mixture, including the juice, over the batter. Cook the cobbler over indirect medium heat, covered, until golden brown, 45 to 50 minutes. Halfway through cooking, rotate the skillet to ensure even browning.

Let the cobbler cool for 10 minutes before serving, topped with scoops of vanilla ice cream.

2 cups of blueberry cobler cooked with frozen fruit

Melted Brie with Berries

Add a touch of luxury to your BBQ evenings with this Melting Brie with Berries. This elegant and indulgent dish combines the creamy richness of Brie cheese with the tangy freshness of a frozen berry medley. This Melting Brie with Berries is perfect for an aperitif or as a sweet and savory dessert.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup of sugar
  • 2 tbsp water
  • 1 1/2 cups frozen berry mix, thawed
  • 1 C. cornstarch
  • 2 tbsp cold water
  • 1 Brie cheese, cut in half horizontally
  • Croutons, bagel slices, or baked pita chips

In a small saucepan, heat the sugar and water until the sugar dissolves. Add the berries, bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer uncovered for 3 minutes.

Mix the cornstarch and cold water until smooth, then gradually stir the mixture into the pan. Bring to a boil and cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes, or until thickened. Remove the pan from the heat and let it stand for 10 minutes.

Place the bottom half of the cheese in a small cast-iron BBQ pan. Pour 1/2 cup of the berry mixture over the cheese, top with the second half of the cheese, and then the remaining berries. BBQ uncovered until the cheese is melted.

Frozen Fruit Sorbet

Refresh your summer days with this homemade frozen fruit sorbet, a healthy and delicious alternative to commercial ice cream. With just four ingredients, this dessert is not only easy to make, but also incredibly tasty. Whether you choose strawberries, mangoes, or mixed berries, this sorbet offers a burst of fruity flavors and a creamy texture thanks to Greek yogurt and egg whites.

Ingredients

  • 450g of frozen fruit, of your choice
  • 100g Greek yogurt (one small container)
  • 1 egg white
  • 50 g icing sugar

In a food processor, place the frozen fruit and blend for a few seconds. If the fruit is very hard, continue pulsing or wait a few minutes. Next, add the yogurt, egg white, and sugar and blend until smooth. Place the sorbet in the freezer for at least an hour to allow it to harden.

Mango mousse

For a light and refreshing summer dessert, this mango mousse is the perfect choice. With just four ingredients and ready in under 10 minutes, this easy recipe will delight your taste buds without requiring much time in the kitchen.

Ingredients

  • 375 ml of very cold 35% cream
  • 375 ml frozen mango, thawed in the fridge and pureed in a blender
  • 1/3 cup of powdered sugar
  • 3 tbsp instant vanilla pudding

In a mixer bowl, whisk the cream, instant pudding, and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Gently fold in the mango puree with a spatula until well blended.
Place the mousse in 5 glasses or ramekins, cover them and refrigerate for at least 5 hours.
Serve the mousse with fresh fruit and whipped cream.

4 verrines of mango mousse cooked with frozen fruit

Float with frozen fruits

Dive into the freshness of summer with this frozen fruit float , a modern and fruity twist on the classic iced drink. Combining frozen fruit, vanilla ice cream, and a touch of sparkling beverage, this dessert is both refreshing and indulgent.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup 35% whipping cream
  • 1 tbsp icing sugar
  • 200g frozen fruit, thawed
  • 1/2 cup of sugar
  • 80 ml lime juice
  • 1 cup cold sparkling water or soda
  • 2 cups of vanilla ice cream

Start by making the whipped cream topping: beat the cream until it begins to thicken, then add the sugar and continue beating until soft peaks form. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

In a blender, puree the fruit, sugar, and lime juice. If necessary, press the puree through a fine-mesh strainer to remove the seeds.

To serve, divide the ice cream among four glasses. Pour the fruit syrup evenly over the top, then pour the soda over the top. Top with whipped cream and enjoy this refreshing dessert with a straw and spoon.

Popsicle with roasted strawberries and cream

This popsicle recipe combines the sweetness of honey-coated, oven-roasted strawberries with the richness of vanilla whipped cream to create an irresistible frozen treat. Easy to make and perfect for the whole family, these popsicles are not only delicious but also visually appealing with their swirls of strawberries and cream.

Ingredients

  • 3 cups frozen strawberries, thawed and drained
  • 1/3 the tasse de miel
  • 1 1/2 cups 35% whipping cream
  • 3 C. sugar
  • 3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

The first step is to roast the honey-coated strawberries for 15 minutes in a 350°F oven. Let them cool for 15 minutes, then blend the strawberries in a food processor until smooth.

In a very cold medium bowl, combine the cream, sugar, and vanilla extract and whisk until stiff peaks form.

Then layer the whipped cream and strawberry mixture into your popsicle molds, a few spoonfuls at a time, swirling with a knife or toothpick to mix them in a bit.

Freeze the popsicles for 30 minutes before adding wooden sticks, then put them back in the freezer for at least 3-4 hours before enjoying.

Four strawberry and cream popsicles made with frozen fruit are placed on a wooden table and are surrounded by ice cubes and fresh strawberries.

This summer, liven up your barbecues with these refreshing and fruity recipes that are super easy to make using frozen fruit. Whether it's bold sauces, indulgent desserts, or refreshing drinks, these ideas will help you fully enjoy the flavors of summer.

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Good summer!

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