Spring is here and it is time to discard the tired winter treats you’ve been making for months and start stirring up some spring sweets instead. Although the winter season comes with some great food options, spring brings fresh produce which makes for some great baked goods.
Check out some of our favorite spring recipes that focus on using springtime ingredients.

Rhubarb Tartlets

These amazing little tarts are the perfect serving size for one person and can also be made into larger batches if you need to serve several people. Rhubarb grows especially well in New York area because it needs colder temperatures to survive, making these rhubarb tartlets an ideal spring dessert for those up north. You should be able to find plenty of rhubarb available through local farmers and grocers during the early spring months.

Lemon Chewy Crisps

Something about a crisp, bright yellow lemon is so inviting in the springtime. Although lemons are typically available all year, you’ll often find them in abundance during the spring. You can use lemons to create lemon chewy crisps; cookies that are both chewy and crunchy which we think is the perfect combination.

Strawberry Basil Shortcakes

Everyone is intrigued by unique flavor combinations and this dessert is packed with them. Looking to add a little variety to your baked good selection? You can with strawberry basil shortcakes. The creamy, fruity, sweet notes of these shortcakes make for the perfect combination of tastes.

Spring Sweet Bread

This recipe for spring sweet bread uses a mixture of tropical fruits to induce a sweet, flavorful infusion into the bread itself. Use your imagination to switch up the fruits you use based on what is available locally at the time. If you love a good experiment and have customers that are willing to branch out, this is a recipe you need to try.

Looking to freshen up your bakery equipment this spring? Visit Empire Bakery.