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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 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 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 cream puffs for a group

Cream Puffs for a Group

Unlock the art of pastries with this easy recipe for cream puffs that promise smiles and compliments. They flirt with sophistication while delivering down-to-earth pleasure in...

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 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 ghirardelli hot fudge sauce

Ghirardelli Hot Fudge Sauce

If you're making towering sundaes or a decadent chocolate cake, store-bought chocolate sauce drizzled on top just won't cut it.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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recipe for funnel cakes

Funnel Cakes

Made with egg, milk, sugar, flour, salt, baking powder

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for chocolate covered espresso beans

Chocolate Covered Espresso Beans

A little sweet, a little caffeinated... such a perfect treat. Beans and semi-sweet chocolate are the only two ingredients you need for these delights.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for boder's on the river schaum torte

Boder's On The River Schaum Torte

Made with whipped cream or ice cream, egg whites, vinegar, vanilla extract, sugar, strawberries or raspberries

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for french silk chocolate pie

French Silk Chocolate Pie

No-bake French silk pie comes together quickly and easily. Just beat together all the ingredients and chill in a pie shell.


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for cream cheese bars

Cream Cheese Bars

Yellow cake mix forms the crust for the sweet cream cheese layer in these slightly gooey and completely delicious dessert bars.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for coconut tapioca pudding

Coconut Tapioca Pudding

This creamy tapioca pudding has a lightly spiced coconut-vanilla flavor. Eat plain or toss with some tropical fruits or berries.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for strawberry and black pepper ice cream

Strawberry And Black Pepper Ice Cream

Standard strawberry ice cream is great, but a tad bit overplayed. The brightness of fresh strawberries and the bite of black pepper combine for a genuinely...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for cream cheese icing

Cream Cheese Icing

Using just four ingredients - cream cheese, butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract - you'll whip up a fluffy, sweet icing perfect for cakes and cupcakes.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for cafe creme brulee

Cafe Creme Brulee

As if creme brulee wasn't good enough already, we had to go and add some coffee. Coffee and Kahlua, to be exact. This dessert doesn't mess around.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for bertha's frosting

Bertha's Frosting

Simple ingredients, straightforward method, and irresistible taste. This creamy frosting is perfect for cakes and sweet treats.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for almond fruit bars

Almond Fruit Bars

A spiced almond crumb crust is topped with a layer of fruit jam and a crumbly topping.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for bullock's heavenly lemon pie with meringue crust

Bullock's Heavenly Lemon Pie With Meringue Crust

Bullock's Country Family Restaurant in MD knows how to make a delicious lemon pie. It uses meringue as the crust (you can double the meringue and use it...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for lemon crumble squares

Lemon Crumble Squares

These bars are made with a tangy-sweet lemon filling and an oatmeal crust.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for cheesecake factory cheesecake

Cheesecake Factory Cheesecake

Made with pecans, almonds, walnuts, vanilla wafers, butter, cream cheese, sugar, eggs

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for creamy coconut syrup

Creamy Coconut Syrup

Turning coconut milk into a sweet syrup is so easy. Any drinks you add it to or desserts you drizzle it on will be absolutely decadent.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for libby's famous pumpkin pie

Libby's Famous Pumpkin Pie

Made with pie shell, evaporated milk, eggs, pumpkin, sugar, salt, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, ground cloves

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for butter pecan cake

Butter Pecan Cake

This delicious cake is made from scratch (not from a mix) and topped with a creamy butter pecan frosting.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for ginger refrigerator cookies

Ginger Refrigerator Cookies

The cookies are thin and crispy, with a subtle ginger flavor that comes through beautifully. Enjoy them on their own or with a cup of tea or coffee.

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for easy slow cooker bananas foster

Easy Slow Cooker Bananas Foster

Get the delicious flavor of bananas foster without the flambe! Bananas are slow cooked in a sweet rum sauce and then served over pound cake with a dollop of ice cream.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for almost fat free pie crust

Almost Fat Free Pie Crust

This pie crust is made with phyllo dough, so it's super easy and quick to make. Plus, it's almost fat free so you can enjoy your pie without all the guilt.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for banana cheesecake with thick toffee sauce

Banana Cheesecake with Thick Toffee Sauce

This banana cheesecake is reminiscent of the British dessert banoffee pie with its rich filling and toffee topping.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for bisquick chocolate chip cookies

Bisquick Chocolate Chip Cookies

Made with semisweet chocolate chips, butter or margarine, brown sugar, egg, baking mix, nuts

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for golden graham s'mores

Golden Graham S'mores

Made with cereal, vanilla extract, miniature marshmallows, chocolate bars, butter

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for mango topping for ice cream

Mango Topping For Ice Cream

Made with sugar, lemon juice, mangoes, orange juice


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for basil ice cream

Basil Ice Cream

Basil ice cream is a refreshing and unique flavor that is perfect for summer. The herbaceous and slightly sweet flavor of basil pairs perfectly with the creamy richness of ice cream.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for blue ribbon fudge

Blue Ribbon Fudge

Made with walnuts, sugar, evaporated milk, salt, corn syrup, unsweetened chocolate, butter, vanilla extract

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for super strawberry sherbet

Super Strawberry Sherbet

This pink-hued frozen dessert is made with fresh strawberries, milk, orange juice, sugar, and a touch of cinnamon, resulting in a light and fluffy sherbet that is full of...


Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for dutch cocoa chocolate cream cheese frosting

Dutch Cocoa Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting

For those who appreciate the fine art of baking, this Dutch cocoa chocolate cream cheese frosting strikes a delightful balance between rich and creamy.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 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 red, white and blue rocket popsicles (4th of july)

Red, White and Blue Rocket Popsicles (4th of July)

The kids will love these holiday-themed popsicles! Use your favorite juices to match the color scheme.


Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for easy chocolate chip scones

Easy Chocolate Chip Scones

These scones are soft, fluffy, and full of chocolate chips that add a delicious sweetness to the overall flavor. They are easy to make with the help of baking mix as an...

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for kumquat refrigerator pie

Kumquat Refrigerator Pie

Made with pie crust, kumquats, sweetened condensed milk, cool whip, lemon juice


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 krumkake

Krumkake

Made with salt, eggs, butter, sugar, flour, half-and-half, vanilla extract


Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for creamy caramels

Creamy Caramels

As anyone who's made homemade caramel before knows, the process can be a little bit fickle. But this recipe for creamy caramels is guaranteed to produce perfect results every time.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for crunchy caramel apple pie

Crunchy Caramel Apple Pie

Made with pastry crust, sugar, flour, ground cinnamon, salt, apples, pecans, caramel topping, brown sugar

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for blueberry glazed pie

Blueberry Glazed Pie

Made with whipped cream, lemon juice, butter or margarine, pie crust, sugar, salt, cornstarch, ground cinnamon, water, blueberries

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for banana peach frozen yogurt

Banana Peach Frozen Yogurt

A delicious and healthy frozen treat. You can use low-fat or non-fat milk and yogurt for a lower calorie option. No sugar added and no sugar needed!


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 strawberry buttercream frosting

Strawberry Buttercream Frosting

Fresh berries make a beautiful pink buttercream frosting that can pair with chocolate or vanilla cakes (or cupcakes).


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for lemon cream cheese frosting

Lemon Cream Cheese Frosting

Imagine slathering a creamy, zesty frosting on your favorite dessert, that's what we're making here. Prepare to impress with this quick and easy lemon cream cheese...


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for homemade animal cookies

Homemade Animal Cookies

Baking should be about fun and creativity, and what could be more playful than festive animal-shaped cookies? With this recipe, you'll enjoy both the thrill of crafting and the...

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for mountain dew cake

Mountain Dew Cake

Made with powdered sugar, lemon cake mix, lemon or vanilla instant pudding mix, oil, eggs, Mountain Dew

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for cherry yogurt frosting

Cherry Yogurt Frosting

Cherry yogurt is added to whipped egg white to create a fluffy and lightly sweetened frosting.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for quick and easy egg white frosting

Quick And Easy Egg White Frosting

Egg white frosting is a light frosting with a glossy sheen. Use other extracts for different flavors.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes





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