When it comes to pairing wine with food, desserts can pose a special challenge. The variety of flavor combinations can make it hard to find the perfect selection to serve with your sweet treat.

While there’s no exact science to pairing, these recipes (courtesy of the National Honey Board) include wine pairing tips. Serving up lemon bars or meringue pie? Lemon flavors can sometimes be polarizing, but an equally citrusy wine can work wonders. Try a pinot grigio or a sauvignon blanc (or try reading up on wine trends).

• New York-Style Honey Cheesecake

  Pair this honey cheesecake with a crisp white wine like chardonnay.

• Honey Devil’s Food Cake

  For a richer delicacy like this devil’s food cake, try a fruit-forward, easy-drinking red varietal or a bubbly prosecco.