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Desserts

Desserts

Ah, delightful desserts! Sweet, creamy, chewy or chocolatey, desserts are a delicious indulgence. We have various cake and frosting recipes, cupcakes, fudge and bars, cookies (of course!), cheesecake, ice cream, pies - well, we have it all!

Desserts are great after a meal or as a stand alone treat.

There are also sugar free, fat free, low carb and many healthy versions too.

Warning: reading these recipes may cause drooling.



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recipe for old-fashioned tomato soup cake with brown sugar frosting

Old-Fashioned Tomato Soup Cake With Brown Sugar Frosting

If you're looking for something a little different, give this old-fashioned tomato soup cake a try. The tomato soup enhances the flavor of the...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for tropical pancake syrup

Tropical Pancake Syrup

Made with butter, brown sugar, lemon, lemon peel, orange peel, ginger liqueur, brandy

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for easy cinnamon nut cake

Easy Cinnamon Nut Cake

Whip up this delightful cinnamon nut cake using a basic yellow cake mix, enhanced with layers of crunchy walnuts and warm cinnamon.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for copycat john's flaming hearth pumpkin ice cream pie

Copycat John's Flaming Hearth Pumpkin Ice Cream Pie

Made with brown sugar, vanilla ice cream, pie shell, pumpkin, sugar, salt, pumpkin pie spice, heavy cream, whipped cream

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for copycat ben & jerry's cherry garcia

Copycat Ben & Jerry's Cherry Garcia

Great texture in this ice cream and the flavor bursts of cherry and chocolate are nothing to sneeze at.


Time:   2-5 hours

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recipe for coconut haystacks

Coconut Haystacks

Made with salt, coconut, powdered sugar, eggs

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for vietnamese fried banana

Vietnamese Fried Banana

These Vietnamese banana slices are batter-fried for a crispy exterior and finished off in a flaming pan of rum. Is it even necessary to mention they're amazing with a scoop of...

Method:   deep fryer, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for paradise cake

Paradise Cake

Get ready to indulge! A fun and fruity dessert made with yellow cake mix, creamy vanilla pudding, and topped with bananas and pecans. This easy recipe is great for any occasion.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for blueberry ripple cake

Blueberry Ripple Cake

This blueberry cake is made from a cake mix and is so easy to make. The blueberry ripple effect is created by adding a layer of blueberries to the cake batter.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for homemade southern ice cream

Homemade Southern Ice Cream

There's nothing like a heaping bowl of homemade southern ice cream on a hot summer day. Made with traditional ingredients and plenty of love, southern ice cream is the best...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for chocolate spinach brownies

Chocolate Spinach Brownies

Spinach brownies? Don't knock it 'til you try it. The healthy dark greens actually help make some super-moist brownies, and you'll never taste them under the chocolate...

Method:   microwave, oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for carrot cake frosting

Carrot Cake Frosting

You've perfected your carrot cake; now, let's finesse it with a luscious cream cheese frosting that adds the perfect touch of sweet.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for velvet crumb cake

Velvet Crumb Cake

Pull out your baking gear because making dessert has never been simpler. With this velvet crumb cake, you'll discover that you can craft something truly special without the fuss.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for applesauce oaties

Applesauce Oaties

Made with flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, brown sugar, sugar, butter, egg

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for lemon cream cheese supreme pie

Lemon Cream Cheese Supreme Pie

Tired of the usual desserts? Try this Lemon Cream Cheese Supreme Pie. It's a fresh, zesty option with rich cream cheese and a tart lemon twist.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for all-american peanut butter cookies

All-American Peanut Butter Cookies

Made with salt, baking powder, butter, peanut butter, sugar, brown sugar, vanilla extract, egg, all-purpose flour, baking soda

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for nearly sugar-free cherry pie

Nearly Sugar-Free Cherry Pie

Looking for a sweet treat that is lower in sugar? This cherry pie uses sugar-free pudding and gelatin mixes for the filling, reducing the sugar content significantly.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for french vanilla cupcakes

French Vanilla Cupcakes

Delicate cupcakes made from a French vanilla cake mix. The additional sour cream makes the cupcakes more moist.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for strawberry bonbons

Strawberry Bonbons

Fresh strawberries are wrapped in a sweet coconut coating and then dipped in chocolate. A decadent bite of sweetness that is simply perfect for any occasion.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for chewy double chocolate chip cookies

Chewy Double Chocolate Chip Cookies

These chewy double chocolate chip cookies are the perfect blend of rich chocolate flavor and a soft, chewy texture. Made with cocoa powder and plenty of chocolate...

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for banana butter frosting

Banana Butter Frosting

Banana replaces some of the butter in this frosting recipe to add flavor and reduce the fat content.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for chocolate amaretto icing

Chocolate Amaretto Icing

Watch out, this icing might not even make it to the cupcakes. Heavenly buttercream frosting with coffee and amaretto is definitely lick-the-spoon good.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for pecan tassies

Pecan Tassies

Pecan Tassies are a popular Southern US cookie. They are made with a pecan filling and have a flaky, pastry-like dough. Pecan Tassies are often served at holidays and special occasions.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for white chocolate french buttercream frosting

White Chocolate French Buttercream Frosting

Buttercream frosting that's so good it might not make it to the cake. White chocolate with almond and vanilla extract gives a heavenly aroma and flavor to...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for blueberry-peach cobbler

Blueberry-Peach Cobbler

Made with brown sugar, cornstarch, water or peach nectar, lemon juice, fresh peaches, blueberries, all-purpose flour, sugar

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for easy mandarin orange pie

Easy Mandarin Orange Pie

Made with whipping cream, graham cracker pie crust, orange gelatin powder, mandarin oranges

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for copycat ruby tuesday's apple pie

Copycat Ruby Tuesday's Apple Pie

The trick to copy Ruby Tuesday's famous pie is to start with a frozen apple pie and dress it up with a secret layer of sugar and spice and top it off with a sweet...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for copycat arnaud's caramel custard

Copycat Arnaud's Caramel Custard

Arnaud's is a famous New Orleans restaurant known for their Creole cuisine. This rich caramel custard is one of their most popular dessert items.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for strawberry daiquiri cheesecake

Strawberry Daiquiri Cheesecake

Get the flavor of the popular daiquiri cocktail baked into this creamy dessert.

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for new york cheesecake with graham cracker crust

New York Cheesecake With Graham Cracker Crust

Made with sour cream, eggs, vanilla extract, graham cracker crumbs, butter or margarine, cream cheese, sugar, flour

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for apple fritters

Apple Fritters

Apple-filled deep-fried fritters glazed with a creamy vanilla icing make a delicious dessert or breakfast treat.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for torta nera

Torta Nera

This recipe is for a Torta Nera, or black cake. It is a rich, chocolate cake that is perfect for any occasion.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for coconut cookies with chocolate chunks and macadamia nuts

Coconut Cookies with Chocolate Chunks and Macadamia Nuts

Coconut, dark chocolate and macadamia nuts make a downright all-star collection of richness for these quick cookies.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for easy pecan cookies

Easy Pecan Cookies

Made with just a few simple ingredients, these pecan cookies come together in just minutes. Pecans add a lovely crunch, while the brown sugar gives the cookies a beautiful caramel...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for apple pie with heavy cream

Apple Pie with Heavy Cream

Apples are healthy, delicious, and versatile - perfect for pies! This recipe is a simple apple pie that tastes just as great served hot or cold.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for amish oatmeal pie

Amish Oatmeal Pie

Made with pie shell, milk, eggs, margarine, rolled oats, brown sugar, flaked coconut

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for almond bars

Almond Bars

Made with butter, flour, powdered sugar, cream cheese, eggs, sugar, almond extract

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for slow cooker chocolate rice pudding

Slow Cooker Chocolate Rice Pudding

Take rice pudding to the next level. Cocoa powder gives this slow cooked recipe just the right amount of chocolate flavor and a pinch of cinnamon spices things up.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for blissful bread pudding

Blissful Bread Pudding

Made with French bread, dinner rolls, or croissant, milk, butter, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, ground cloves, salt

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for gelatin pancake syrup

Gelatin Pancake Syrup

Adding a twist to your usual pancake or waffle breakfast can be as simple as this syrup recipe. Use your favorite gelatin flavors for a different syrup each time.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for no sugar added peanut butter cookies

No Sugar Added Peanut Butter Cookies

These peanut butter cookies are the perfect way to indulge your sweet tooth without all of the sugar. They are made with just a few simple ingredients and are a...

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for irish scones

Irish Scones

Who doesn't love a warm scone fresh out of the oven? These Irish buttermilk scones are easy to make and absolutely irresistible, especially when slathered with Irish butter.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for black cake (jamaican fruitcake)

Black Cake (Jamaican Fruitcake)

Made with prunes, glace cherries, glace lemon peel, glace orange peel, Passover wine, rum, sugar, water, cake flour, baking powder

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for cappuccino ice cream

Cappuccino Ice Cream

Get your cup of joe in frozen form with this awesome cappuccino-flavored ice cream


Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for homemade marshmallow creme

Homemade Marshmallow Creme

We've all seen the marshmallow creme that comes in a jar at the grocery store. It's really easy to make at home so why buy it?


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for non-lard flaky pie crust

Non-Lard Flaky Pie Crust

This is a French recipe called pate brisee a l'huile (flaky pastry with oil). It's ideal for savory pies or quiches, or anywhere you want a less sweet crust.


Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for apple fritter rings from pancake mix

Apple Fritter Rings From Pancake Mix

Made with confectioners' sugar, ground nutmeg, vegetable oil, Red or Golden Delicious apples, lemon juice, pancake mix, water

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for black-bottom raspberry cheesecake

Black-Bottom Raspberry Cheesecake

The black bottom brownie layer of this dessert is topped with a sweet layer of raspberries and then covered with a creamy cheesecake batter before baking.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for starlight cupcakes

Starlight Cupcakes

Need a tried-and-true, never-fail cupcake recipe? This recipe is a classic from Betty Crocker that will give you a perfect cupcake every time

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for brown sugar frosting

Brown Sugar Frosting

Made with brown sugar, milk, margarine, powdered sugar, vanilla extract

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes





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