Desserts

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

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 "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

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

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

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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

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

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

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

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

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

Made with crushed pineapple, cream cheese, graham cracker crumbs, sugar, butter or margarine, bananas, instant vanilla pudding/pie filling mix, milk


Time:   2-5 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

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

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

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

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

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

Easy cake mix cookies that are the perfect sweet treat

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with cinnamon, baking soda, butter, brown sugar, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, milk, rolled oats, all-purpose flour

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with water, corn starch, salt, dark cherries, maple syrup, cherry liqueur, lemon

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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

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

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

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

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

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

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

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 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

Made with chopped nuts, marshmallows, brown sugar, milk, butter, cream

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with flaked coconut, angel food cake mix, water, almond extract

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 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

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

Made with plain gelatin, plain sweet biscuit crumbs, butter, cream cheese, sweetened condensed milk, gelatin, lemon juice, water, cream, boysenberries in syrup

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

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

Made with pecan halves, vanilla ice cream, semisweet chocolate chips, German chocolate cake mix, caramels, evaporated milk, butter or margarine, pecans

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Light, fluffy, and full of vanilla flavor. This vanilla mousse is pudding all grown up.


Time:   1-2 hours

Who said you can't have your chocolate and eat it too? With this low-fat chocolate syrup, you can indulge without worrying about tipping the scales.

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

Pumpkin chocolate brownies taste like fall. This recipe combines two classic flavors that are popular during this time of year and pair well together.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with cinnamon, pumpkin, sugar, rolled oats, egg, flour, shortening, raisins or chopped nuts, baking soda, nutmeg

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 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

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

This diabetic-friendly, low-sugar pecan pie is astoundingly good. This recipe preserves that ooey-gooey inside and fulfills a rich, sweet fantasy.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

The famous crustless lemon pie that creates its own "crust" with the help of Bisquick baking mix.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with nuts, egg whites, butter, sugar, egg yolks, all-purpose flour, salt, strawberry or raspberry jelly

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

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

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

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

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

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

This first lady was known for her efforts in beautifying the nation's cities and highways. She also was known for her lemon squares, made with fresh lemon juice and...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 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