Desserts

Easy peasy corn fritters that you can twist and turn a dozen ways depending on what you're craving. Throw in some onions or jalapenos, experiment your heart out.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

No need to stand in the buffet line for this sweet treat. This homemade version is made with cubed French bread and served with a sweet white sauce.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Chess pie is also known as vinegar pie because of the addition of vinegar in the filling. American actress, Minnie Pearl, was known for her slightly non-traditional version of...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Cake mix and oats make the crust and topping that surrounds a sweet raspberry jam filling in these simple dessert bars.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Make your own version of Hershey's brand chocolate syrup at home with just a few simple ingredients.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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Make homemade candy eggs for Easter with this simple recipe using any flavor pudding mix.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Peach cobbler doesn't get much easier than this. Bisquick takes the guesswork out of getting the batter just right. Serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

This frosting recipe whips up just like real whipped cream but it's made from a custard-style base of flour and milk, mixed with butter, shortening, sugar, and vanilla.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Fry up some tasty Thai donuts to make your friends, and taste buds, happy. Simple dough fried in oil makes light and puffy donut sticks that are traditionally eaten at...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Sugar-free vanilla pudding mix makes for a guilt-free pie. Toasted coconut flakes provide an attractive and flavorful topping; add a dash of coconut extract for some...


Time:   1-2 hours

The "famous" $250 cookie recipe from Neiman Marcus. Even better than the legend behind the cookie is the delicious flavor of the cookies with two kinds of...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Chocolate, carrot, butterscotch... get creative and try out different cake mixes with this quick and easy cookie recipe.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Egg custard is a delicious and easy to make treat that can be enjoyed hot or cold. It can be made in the microwave in just a few minutes, making it a great choice for a quick...

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with Mountain Dew or Sprite, peaches, butter, sugar, ground cinnamon, refrigerated crescent roll dough

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

This scrumptious peach cobbler recipe works with fresh fruit or canned slices. Enjoy this hot cobbler with a scoop of ice cream.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

The trick to this creamy frosting is the sweetened condensed milk. It makes a rich, smooth frosting that we love to use on sheet cakes or brownies.


Time:   2-5 hours

This berry-packed dessert is great for any occasion. The sweet boysenberry filling is topped with a tender cobbler crust. Serve with whipped cream or ice cream for the finishing...

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

These cupcakes are the perfect blend of two classic desserts: cheesecake and cupcakes. The creamy cheesecake filling is rich and flavorful, while the vanilla wafers add a crispy...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

The classic oatmeal peanut butter cookie recipe uses simple ingredients like oatmeal, peanut butter, eggs, and vanilla extract. This version uses a sugar substitute to...

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Make your own batch of sophisticated chocolate covered brandied cherries. It's a recipe that combines the charm of homemade candy with the allure of a fine...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

This cherry pie is the perfect dessert for those with a sweet tooth and dietary restrictions. It's a delicious dessert that everyone can enjoy.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

These cookies are a variation on the famous 3-ingredient peanut butter cookies. They do not contain flour, and they don't need it!

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

A batch of fresh-baked cookies makes any house smell wonderful (including the White House). A major upgrade over classic oatmeal raisin, these cookies are...

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Bake up a storm with this banana dessert. Simple ingredients like flour, sugar, and ripe bananas create a cozy cobbler that bakes in just 45 minutes.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Can't decide between oatmeal cookies or sugar cookies? Get the best of both with this oatmeal sugar cookie recipe.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

This peach tart stands out with its creamy filling and fresh peach topping, nestled in a buttery crust. It is perfect for home bakers seeking to impress without too much effort.

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

Even though these cookies start with a box of brownie mix, they come out tasting like they were made from scratch.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Candied ginger can be found in most grocery stores these days, however it's easier than you'd think to make it yourself. It's made simply by boiling peeled and sliced ginger in a sugar...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Candied citrus peels make a stunning garnish for cakes and other pastries, but they're not just for show. They're delicious in their own right, especially when you give...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Don't throw away those watermelon rinds! Believe it or not, they make a great candy.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

Enjoy these mouthwatering cream cheese cookies made with a devil's food cake mix and a simple blend of ingredients. Your new favorite guilty pleasure.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Need a fluffy chocolate frosting? This is a no-fail buttercream that has just the right amount of chocolate flavor. Use it as a frosting or filling with a variety...


Time:   under 30 minutes

It's tough to go wrong with fresh peaches. Brown sugar and granola add sweetness and crunch, but the warm peaches steal the show. A little vanilla ice cream definitely wouldn't...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

These soft and chewy cookies with delicious spice flavors are the perfect addition to any cookie tray.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

This American buttercream frosting has just the right balance of sweetness and coffee flavor. It has a creamy spreading consistency that makes it perfect for cakes...

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

Add an extra layer of deliciousness to your desserts with this rich, shiny chocolate glaze.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Easy cake mix cookies that are the perfect sweet treat

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Love the Munch Peanut Bar? Try this make-at-home version that's packed full of peanuts.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with heavy cream, cream cheese, powdered sugar, peanut butter, salt, butter, sugar, graham crackers

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Featuring a rich chocolate cookie crust, a velvety creme de menthe filling, this chocolate-mint grasshopper torte is a true indulgence for your taste buds.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

These rice krispie treats are loaded with peanut butter, butterscotch chips, and chocolate chips.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

This is an easy cream-free recipe for making chocolate syrup. Use it over your favorite dessert, waffles, in cocktails, or anywhere you want a splash of chocolate.

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

In Greek mythology, only the gods and goddesses could eat ambrosia as it was meant only for immortals. Don't worry, we mere mortals can definitely indulge in...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

A single cookie ready in 60 seconds. Made with basic chocolate chip cookie ingredients, 1 ramekin, and a microwave.

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

These easy cake mix cookies have a beautiful orange color and light orange citrus flavor from the orange flavored cake mix and grated orange peel.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

These sugary rose petals make beautiful decorations for cakes and other baked goods.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

A thick coconut frosting that spreads wonderfully on cupcakes or cakes. Hint: want more coconut flavor? Use coconut milk instead of regular milk.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Frozen chocolate custard is a dreamy, creamy, and rich dessert that is perfect for any chocolate lover.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

A twist on the Maine favorite candy (Needhams), this version uses a sweet mashed potato and coconut base topped with chocolate and cut into squares.

Method:   microwave, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Fresh blackberries are hidden beneath a rich custard and topped off with the traditional bruleed sugar crust.

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes