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The Bananas Foster Crepe at Mon Ami Gabi

Fruit-Based Desserts You’ll Want to Bookmark

From tropical temptations to banana bliss, we’ve got your dessert cravings covered

Ready to satisfy your sweet tooth with a fruity twist? Whether you’re in the mood for something light and refreshing, a sweet seasonal treat, or simply not a chocolate lover, we’ve got you covered. From the tropical flavors of mango and pineapple to the cozy comfort of apples and berries, we’ve rounded up the most irresistible fruit-based desserts from your favorite Lettuce spots.

Tropical

Aba Kadaifi Carrot Cake. Carrot Cake with a side of pineapple.Kataifi Carrot Cake at Aba
A vegan carrot cake with cashew cream cheese, sesame dukkah brittle and pineapple
Make a reservation at the Aba location nearest you

Champagne Passion Fruit Meringue at Eiffel Tower RestaurantChampagne Passion Fruit Meringue at Eiffel Tower Restaurant
A delicate, airy meringue paired with the vibrant tang of passion fruit and a hint of champagne
Make a reservation at Eiffel Tower Restaurant

Miru Vegan Coconut CakeCoconut Mango at Miru
A light and fluffy coconut cake with coconut mousse and mango sorbet
Make a reservation at Miru

Try the recipe for Miru’s Vegan Coconut Cake with Mango Sorbet

Banana

The Banana-Cashew Spring Roll at Big BowlBanana-Cashew Spring Roll at Big Bowl
Crispy spring rolls stuffed with bananas and cashews, paired with vanilla ice cream and a caramel drizzle
Make a reservation at the Big Bowl location nearest you

The Bananas Foster Crepe at Mon Ami GabiBananas Foster Crepe at Mon Ami Gabi
A warm crepe served with caramelized bananas, drizzled in rich Foster sauce, and topped with creamy banana ice cream
Make a reservation at the Mon Ami Gabi location nearest you

RPM Seafood Banana NapoleanBanana Cream Napoleon at RPM Seafood
Crispy phyllo is layered with banana filling and vanilla whipped cream, with warm caramel sauce poured over the dessert tableside
Make a reservation at RPM Seafood

Twin City Grill Banana Cream PieBanana Cream Pie at Twin City Grill
This classic creamy pie is served with
whipped cream and caramel sauce
Make a reservation at Twin City Grill

Craving more banana bliss? Check out our full round-up on where to get our best banana bites.

Citrus

ITALIAN CREAMSICLE at Antico Posto Italian Creamsicle at Antico Posto
A palate-cleansing and refreshing after-dinner treat featuring orange granita, house-made vanilla bean gelato and candied orange peel
Make a reservation at Antico Posto

The Lemon Burst Cookie from Beatrix Lemon Burst Cookie at Beatrix
A bright and tangy lemon cookie topped with a sweet glaze
Make a reservation at the Beatrix location nearest you

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Joe's Key Lime PieKey Lime Pie at Joe’s Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab
The house specialty with a graham cracker crust and whipped cream
Make a reservation at the Joe’s Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab location nearest you

You can also try Joe’s Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab Key Lime Pie recipe.

The Yuzu Tart at Sushi-san Lincoln ParkYuzu Tart at Sushi-san
A bright and citrusy tart featuring tangy yuzu and lemon, topped with a cloud of toasted meringue
Make a reservation at the Sushi-san location nearest you

Gooey Lemon Cake at The OakvilleGooey Lemon Cake at The Oakville Grill & Cellar
Made with grove lemons and whipped ricotta, you won’t want to share this one
Make a reservation at The Oakville Grill & Cellar

Apple

Apple Crostata from Di PescaraApple Crostata at Di Pescara
A buttery and crisp crostata filled with apples served with vanilla ice cream and caramel sauce
Make a reservation at Di Pescara

Famous Apple Strudel at L. Woods Tap & Pine LodgeFamous Apple Strudel at L. Woods Tap & Pine Lodge
Golden flaky pastry dough topped with house-made caramel sauce
Make a reservation at L. Woods Tap & Pine Lodge

The Mon Ami Gabi Apple Tarte Tatin served with Vanilla Ice CreamApple Tarte Tatin at Mon Ami Gabi
A warm apple tart served with caramel sauce and vanilla ice cream
Make a reservation at the Mon Ami Gabi location nearest you

Berries & Cherries

Blackberry Sorbet at il PorcellinoBlackberry Sorbet at il Porcellino
Perfectly ripped blackberries made into a sorbet
Make a reservation at il Porcellino

For more frozen desserts, check out our ice cream checklist!

The Amarena Cherry Almond Tart at Osteria Via StatoAmarena Cherry Almond Tart at Osteria Via Stato
A nutty tart filled with bright Amarena cherries and paired with housemade vanilla gelato
Make a reservation at Osteria Via Stato

Shaw's Raspberry Pie on a plateRaspberry Pie at Shaw’s Crab House
This classic Raspberry Pie is not only a favorite of Lettuce Entertain You’s founder Rich Melman, but a longtime top seller at Shaw’s!
Make a reservation at the Shaw’s location nearest you

Not near Shaw’s? Try the Raspberry Pie recipe at home.

Door County Cherry Pie WildfireDoor County Cherry Pie at Wildfire
Get a taste of Midwestern summer anytime with this longtime customer favorite
Make a reservation at the Wildfire location nearest you

Make your own version of Wildfire’s Door County Cherry Pie at home.

Explore even more pie options in our pie guide.

More of a chocolate lover? Here’s where to get your chocolate fix.

For more desserts near you, check out more of our favorites here.

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