Treats That Taste Like Home, Your Deepest Darkest Self to Your Sunnier Self Based on Your Birth Month

This is part 2 of the desserts based on your birth month series, and this article has the middle months from the summery May to the sometimes-sunny-sometimes-rain-drenched August. We will pick and perfect each trait and assemble them into a dessert that embodies the heart and soul of your birthday month.

Often, in astrology, we make quick judgments about people based solely on their sun sign traits. But does this superficial analysis truly capture the depths of one's personality? We think not. True character is layered, multifaceted and ever-evolving. It can't be reduced to a few simplistic words or assigned a stereotypical dessert. But we do think it might be enhanced by traits that are embodied by your birth month! Got you didn't we?

Jokes aside, this is a lighthearted series and this middle child, part 2, explores the typical desserts and pairs them with the inherent traits of your birth month. Whether you are moody, a little hard to crack or just a sweetheart who loves cheering everyone up, this article is for every one of us who grew up trying to belong and fit ourselves in boxes based on the nonsensical quizzes we took back in our kiddie days.

1. Creme Brulee: May

Creme brulee is the perfect dessert to represent someone born in May. That hard caramelized shell speaks to their stubborn and possessive side—once they set their mind to something, it's not easy to crack them! But underneath is the softer, creamier custard filling. Just like May folks can be passionate and emotional deep down. Creme brulee might seem like a simple dessert, but it is not too easy to make. The layer of patience and attention to detail shows May-born people’s hardworking and creative side quite well. Let’s not forget their dazzling green birthstone, emerald! Emeralds are all about renewal and new growth, just like summer in full bloom. Lest we forget, creme brulee has a layer that needs to be cracked to access the sweeter interior, just May babies who are great to get to know once their tough nut exterior is cracked!

2. Chocolate Mousse Cake: June

On the outside, the chocolate mousse cake appears cool, collected and posh—just like the June-born people can often seem at first glance. But once you cut through their surface and reach the depths, you'll find a soft, fluffy center that hits you with a generous rush of chocolate and feels truly indulgent. That's where the June born's true compassionate nature shines through—once you break past the initial stoic exterior, their caring soul emerges. The chocolate mousse is light and airy yet intensely satisfying. It comforts both the senses and the soul, much like how a June-born uses their empathy to soothe others in times of need. Their willingness to listen without judgment and offer support without condition is what makes them such a steadying presence for friends and family. Their caring side aside, their strong-willed nature and brutal honesty are reflected in the deep chocolate flavor of the cake, all from a place of goodness and care just like how dark chocolate tends to be.

3. Crepe Cake: July

For someone with a July birthday, a crepe cake perfectly captures their personas. Requiring patience and attention to detail to construct, also allows their inherent perfectionist and organized nature to shine. Just as achieving stability takes diligence, the cake is a work of art showing the benefits of putting in the effort. Beyond aesthetics, the flavors allow their curious and adventurous side to be on display. Filling it with fresh berries and pastry cream gives various combinations to sample, stimulating their mind. While mood swings are sometimes a factor, the light and airy texture has a lifting effect. Its elegance and beauty never fail to bring out a smile and sense of humor. Most of all, a crepe cake embodies empathy. All the work rolling each crepe is worth it to share the finished product with loved ones.

4. Lemon Meringue Pie: August

This three-layered pie is the perfect confection to represent the multi-faceted nature of those born in August. The tarty lemon filling speaks to the August people's self-motivation. They set goals and won't rest until they've squeezed out every last bit of success. The filling also reflects their blunt honesty—an August baby isn't afraid to get their words or opinions across in a refreshingly upfront way. Beneath all the tartness, lies a creamy, dreamy filling. This echoes how an August may come across as emotionally reserved at first but is actually quite caring and compassionate deep down once you break through their shell. Let’s not forget the meringue peaks adorning the pie! Its tall, proud stature draws eyes like an August baby's attention-seeking side that sometimes emerges. It's also stubbornly resilient, like an August's unwillingness to bend or be impressed easily.