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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 chocolate peanut buddy bars

Chocolate Peanut Buddy Bars

Made with chocolate chips, peanut butter, butter, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, flour, salt

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for refrigerator peach pie

Refrigerator Peach Pie

A rich and creamy no-bake peach pie. Can be made with fresh, frozen, or canned peaches.


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for washington's cherry pie

Washington's Cherry Pie

Cherries are baked in a custard-like filling and topped with meringue. You can substitute frozen cherries for the canned, just thaw and drain them well.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for basic low carb cheesecake

Basic Low Carb Cheesecake

Feed your sweet tooth with this carb-reduced cheesecake recipe and still stick to your diet. Use your favorite sugar-free or low-sugar toppings (look for no sugar added pie...

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 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

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recipe for mango pudding panama

Mango Pudding Panama

Made with salt, vanilla ice cream, butter, milk, mangoes, sugar, cinnamon, allspice, all-purpose flour, baking soda

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for cinnamon pancake syrup

Cinnamon Pancake Syrup

Pancakes are already on the griddle and there's no syrup in the house? No time to panic. A few pantry staples later and the morning is saved.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for french vanilla buttercream

French Vanilla Buttercream

French buttercream is made with boiled sugar, not confectioners' sugar. This vanilla infused frosting has a rich buttery taste and texture.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for the perfect chocolate chip cookie

The Perfect Chocolate Chip Cookie

What's your favorite type of cookie? Thin and crispy? Soft and cake-like? This recipe helps you get the perfect chocolate chip cookie every time.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 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 leprechaun dust

Leprechaun Dust

Shake up some magic with Leprechaun Dust! Just a tablespoon of pistachio pudding mix and a splash of milk is all it takes to bring smiles and giggles to your kitchen.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for copycat shoney's strawberry pie

Copycat Shoney's Strawberry Pie

What says summer like strawberries? How about a slice or two of brightly colored pie, sweetened with lemon-lime soda and topped generously with whipped cream.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for senator robert dole's apple pie

Senator Robert Dole's Apple Pie

Made with cinnamon, nutmeg, butter, brown sugar, all-purpose flour, pecans

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for red cherry pie

Red Cherry Pie

A sweet-tart cherry filling is nestled between two flaky pastry crusts. Perfect any time of the year. Delicious served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for fresh tomato cake

Fresh Tomato Cake

Made with cinnamon, salt, yellow cake mix with pudding, eggs, oil, tomatoes

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for sugar-free cream cheese frosting

Sugar-Free Cream Cheese Frosting

This sugar-free cream cheese frosting recipe is proof that you can indeed have your cake and eat its frosting too, minus the sugar.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for pecan molasses toffee

Pecan Molasses Toffee

A divine combination of buttery sweet molasses, crunchy pecans, and semi-sweet chocolate. It's a great treat to make for parties or as an indulgent snack.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for chocolate cupcakes with chocolate cream cheese frosting

Chocolate Cupcakes With Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting

These chocolate cupcakes are the perfect treat for any chocolate lover. They are moist and fluffy, with a rich chocolate flavor. The chocolate...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for impossible pumpkin pie

Impossible Pumpkin Pie

A crustless pumpkin pie made with pumpkin pie filling, evaporated milk, butter, eggs, sugar, Bisquick, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla extract.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for arroz con leche (mexican rice pudding)

Arroz con Leche (Mexican Rice Pudding)

A popular Mexican recipe, this rice pudding can be served warm or cold as a dessert, breakfast, or anytime sweet treat.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for butter horn cookies

Butter Horn Cookies

Made with sugar, flour, baking powder, salt, butter, active dry yeast, water, eggs, sour cream, vanilla extract

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for amaretto chocolate sauce

Amaretto Chocolate Sauce

Unleash your inner dessert diva with this sinfully delicious amaretto chocolate sauce that will have you feeling like a culinary genius. Trust us, it's so good you'll want to...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for easy slow cooker brownie mix brownies

Easy Slow Cooker Brownie Mix Brownies

Crock pot brownies made from brownie mix are the perfect way to satisfy your sweet tooth without heating up your kitchen! These delicious treats are easy to make...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for the creamiest no cook peanut butter fudge

The Creamiest No Cook Peanut Butter Fudge

No need to boil or bake with this recipe. Just stir and let sit and you'll have delicious, creamy fudge.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for old fashioned glazed doughnuts

Old Fashioned Glazed Doughnuts

These popular old fashioned doughnuts are made with a yeast-raised dough that is deep-fried and glazed. Best served warm.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for sherry and buttercream frosting

Sherry And Buttercream Frosting

This isn't your grandma's frosting. With a splash of cream sherry, this buttercream takes flavor and sophistication to a whole new level.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for soda pop sherbet

Soda Pop Sherbet

Did you know it was this easy to make a sherbet style dessert? Just two ingredients and you can have almost any flavor sherbet you'd like.


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for amish raisin cookies

Amish Raisin Cookies

Made with salt, baking powder, baking soda, raisins, water, butter or margarine, brown sugar, egg, vanilla extract, all-purpose flour

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for lemon gelatin pie

Lemon Gelatin Pie

If life gives you lemons, why not make a pie? This lemon gelatin pie proves that dessert can be both fun and delicious without any complicated fuss.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for peanut butter fudge with the marshmallow fluff

Peanut Butter Fudge With The Marshmallow Fluff

This no-bake fudge is as quick and simple as it is addicting. The combo of creamy peanut butter and airy marshmallow fluff is heavenly.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for chocolate buttercream frosting

Chocolate Buttercream Frosting

A rich buttercream frosting made with cocoa powder, butter, powdered sugar, vanilla, and cream. Perfect on cupcakes, cakes, or brownies.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for baker's one bowl death by chocolate cookie

Baker's One Bowl Death By Chocolate Cookie

Made with chopped nuts, semisweet baking chocolate, brown sugar, butter or margarine, vanilla extract, eggs, flour, baking powder

Method:   microwave, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for easy three-ingredient peanut butter fudge

Easy Three-Ingredient Peanut Butter Fudge

This three ingredient peanut butter fudge recipe is nearly foolproof. It only requires a few minutes of hands-on work, and you'll nail it every time.

Method:   microwave
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 deep fried sweet ravioli

Deep Fried Sweet Ravioli

These deep fried pasta pockets are filled with sweetened ricotta, and could easily accommodate some sliced strawberries or chocolate chips.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


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 ben and jerry's heath bar crunch ice cream

Ben and Jerry's Heath Bar Crunch Ice Cream

This Ben and Jerry's copycat gives variations for standard Heath and coffee-Heath ice creams, both crazy creamy and made with nothing but the good stuff.


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for homemade gummi bears

Homemade Gummi Bears

No need for the candy store, you can make gummi bears at home!

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for pumpkin brownies with cream cheese frosting

Pumpkin Brownies With Cream Cheese Frosting

Made with butter, sugar, eggs, pumpkin, flour, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, vanilla extract, cream cheese

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for spun sugar

Spun Sugar

Made with sugar, water, cream of tartar

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for quick sweet potato pie

Quick Sweet Potato Pie

Sweet potatoes are a popular root vegetable that can be enjoyed in many different ways. This simple sweet potato pie is perfect for a Thanksgiving feast

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for vodka-infused watermelon

Vodka-Infused Watermelon

Vodka-infused watermelon is a delicious and refreshing summertime treat! This boozy treat is perfect for picnics, BBQs, or any outdoor gathering.


Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for diabetic pumpkin pie

Diabetic Pumpkin Pie

Pumpkin pie is a delicious dessert that can be enjoyed by everyone, including those watching their sugar intake. It's made with pumpkin puree and sugar-free pudding, making it rich...


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for fresh pear pie

Fresh Pear Pie

Savor a scrumptious fresh pear pie recipe, showcasing ripe pears enveloped in a flaky crust, creating a delightful dessert for family and friends to enjoy during any occasion.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for puff pastry apple and raisin strudel

Puff Pastry Apple And Raisin Strudel

You don't have to be a French pastry chef to look like one. Wow your family and friends with this easy-to-follow recipe and watch their surprise as they bite into...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for traditional french-canadian sugar pie

Traditional French-Canadian Sugar Pie

Pie so sweet, you'll want to parlez-vous francais! Our traditional French-Canadian sugar pie is a delectable union of brown sugar and cream.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for cook's illustrated secret ingredient pie dough

Cook's Illustrated Secret Ingredient Pie Dough

Vodka helps to make this pie dough more pliable and easier to work with. It also gives the finished pastry a light and flaky texture.


Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for food processor ice cream

Food Processor Ice Cream

Made with heavy cream, sugar, frozen whole strawberries


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for county fair blue ribbon fudge

County Fair Blue Ribbon Fudge

Made with walnuts, butter, sugar, evaporated milk, semisweet chocolate bits, vanilla extract

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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





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