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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 oatmeal coconut candies (chocolate haystacks)

Chocolate Oatmeal Coconut Candies (Chocolate Haystacks)

If you are looking for a quick chocolate oatmeal cookie, this is it. A few minutes of boiling is all it takes (being patient while they cool is...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for slow cooker chocolate fudge sauce

Slow Cooker Chocolate Fudge Sauce

This slow cooked fudge sauce is a rich and delicious dessert sauce that is perfect for topping ice cream, brownies, cake, or just eating with a spoon.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for basic sugar syrup (simple syrup)

Basic Sugar Syrup (Simple Syrup)

Simple syrup is... simple. It's simply made with sugar and water and is used to sweeten cold drinks or cocktails where sugar won't easily dissolve.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for low-fat caramel sauce

Low-Fat Caramel Sauce

Low-fat means you can have your caramel sauce and eat it, too. Vanilla extract and double-strength brewed coffee add some unique notes to this sweet sauce.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for key lime pie with cashew graham cracker crust

Key Lime Pie with Cashew Graham Cracker Crust

Satisfy your sweet cravings with this delicious recipe for key lime pie. Made with a homemade cashew-based crust and a tangy key lime filling, this recipe...


Time:   over 5 hours

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recipe for creamy caramel icing

Creamy Caramel Icing

Creamy caramel icing that's rich, buttery, and perfect for topping cakes. Simple ingredients and a touch of vanilla make it irresistible.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for pumpkin mousse

Pumpkin Mousse

Why settle for ordinary when you can dazzle your dessert repertoire? Our Pumpkin Mousse offers layers of smooth, spicy, pumpkin prowess with a snappy gingersnap finish.


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for wolfgang's absolutely luscious brownies

Wolfgang's Absolutely Luscious Brownies

Wolfgang Puck is an Austrian-American celebrity chef known for his delicious yet classically simple recipes. This brownie recipe is a perfect example.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for cut-out sugar cookies with butter icing

Cut-Out Sugar Cookies with Butter Icing

These simple iced sugar cookies are perfect for cutting up and decorating to your heart's content.

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for penuche frosting

Penuche Frosting

This delectable frosting is rich, velvety, and boasts the perfect balance of sweet, dark brown sugar and delicate maple flavors. A wonderful alternative to traditional buttercream...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for strawberry schaum torte

Strawberry Schaum Torte

Made with whipped cream, strawberries, egg whites, sugar, white vinegar, vanilla extract, salt

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for all-butter fudge brownies

All-Butter Fudge Brownies

Rich and fudgy brownies made with butter (not margarine) and cocoa powder.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for brown sugar spritz cookies

Brown Sugar Spritz Cookies

Made with salt, baking powder, flour, vanilla, light brown sugar, butter or margarine, milk, egg

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for diabetic fresh strawberry sherbet

Diabetic Fresh Strawberry Sherbet

If you think satisfying your sweet tooth is impossible on a diabetic-friendly diet, think again. This strawberry sherbet is proof that you can enjoy tasty, refreshing...


Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for slow cooker apple cobbler

Slow Cooker Apple Cobbler

The absolute easiest, hands-off apple cobbler. You just need three ingredients, a couple hours in the crockpot, and the all-important ice cream on top.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for espresso ganache

Espresso Ganache

Instant espresso powder turns chocolate ganache into a dangerously decadent mocha topping. Whether you're using it to top a cake or an eclair, this ganache is for real.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for lemon brownies

Lemon Brownies

Made with lemon juice, powdered sugar, lemon supreme cake mix, oil, eggs, lemon gelatin powder

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for doris' oat bran cookies

Doris' Oat Bran Cookies

With a mix of oats and wheat flour, Doris' oat bran cookies strike a nice balance between chewy and crunchy. Customize them with chocolate chips or raisins for added sweetness.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for boiled frosting

Boiled Frosting

A traditional boiled frosting made with milk, flour, butter, sugar, and vanilla extract for flavoring.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for chow mein cookies

Chow Mein Cookies

Combining the sweetness of chocolate and butterscotch with the crunch of chow mein noodles, these cookies provide a fun alternative to more traditional desserts.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for sopaipillas

Sopaipillas

Sopaipillas are a Spanish pastry that puffs up like a pillow when fried in oil. Serve them warm, drizzled with honey or sprinkled with powdered sugar.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for lemony strawberry surprise cupcakes

Lemony Strawberry Surprise Cupcakes

These cupcakes have a secret ingredient hidden inside them

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for pineapple jalapeno sorbet

Pineapple Jalapeno Sorbet

Made with sugar, water, pineapple, jalapenos

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for easy pumpkin pie

Easy Pumpkin Pie

Want a perfectly easy pumpkin pie? Pumpkin puree blended with sweetened condensed milk and a blend of spices are your ticket to this holiday favorite.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for blueberry swirl cheesecake

Blueberry Swirl Cheesecake

Made with blueberry pie filling, cream cheese, sugar, vanilla extract, eggs, graham cracker pie crust

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for chocolate mexican wedding cookies

Chocolate Mexican Wedding Cookies

Imagine soft, chocolatey morsels that melt in your mouth with a dash of nutty flavor. These chocolate Mexican wedding cookies are here to make your snack time feel...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for honey cakes

Honey Cakes

Made with butter, sugar, egg yolks, baking powder, milk, salt, egg white, honey

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for sweet or savory pate a choux

Sweet Or Savory Pate A Choux

Pate a choux is a delicate pastry that can be used for anything like cream puffs, profiteroles, gougeres, or whatever filling you want.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for lemon gelato

Lemon Gelato

Homemade gelato makes quite an impression at a dinner party. The duo of lemon zest and juice gives the gelato a terrifically tart flavor, and the egg and cream give it a lush texture.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for homemade chocolate ice cream

Homemade Chocolate Ice Cream

Whether you've got an ice cream maker or just some ziptop bags, you can make this rich chocolate ice cream at home. A perfect treat scooped on its own or on top of a warm...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for cherry delight

Cherry Delight

A pecan crust is covered with a sweet cream cheese layer that is softly contrasted with a tart cherry pie filling topping.

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for deep fried oreos

Deep Fried Oreos

Turn Oreo cookies into a warm, crispy treat by dipping them in a batter of pancake mix, milk, and eggs, then deep-frying until golden brown. Serve while hot for best taste.

Method:   deep fryer
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for cherries jubilee

Cherries Jubilee

Cherries jubilee made with flambeed brandy over rich, vanilla ice cream is a serious showstopper of a dessert.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for whipped milk chocolate frosting

Whipped Milk Chocolate Frosting

There's something about whipped milk chocolate frosting that just seems so indulgent and luxurious. It's the perfect topping for cake or cupcakes, and it's always a hit...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for crunchy date bars

Crunchy Date Bars

Made with sauerkraut, cinnamon, water, walnuts, vanilla extract, flour, baking soda, salt, brown sugar

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for bread pudding with brown sugar, raisins, and apples

Bread Pudding With Brown Sugar, Raisins, And Apples

Made with egg whites, bread cubes, water, brown sugar, raisins, apples, cinnamon, vanilla extract

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for cantaloupe ice cream

Cantaloupe Ice Cream

Made with whipping cream, lemon juice, egg yolks, milk, sugar, cantaloupe


Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for toblerone cheesecake

Toblerone Cheesecake

Everyone's favorite chocolate bar baked into a creamy cheesecake

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for white chocolate pistachio cheesecake

White Chocolate Pistachio Cheesecake

Made with chocolate cookie crumbs, butter, cream cheese, sugar, sour cream, almond extract, eggs

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for vanilla cupcakes for two

Vanilla Cupcakes For Two

Great texture and flavor in these simple from-scratch cupcakes. And just the perfect serving size for two people (or, one if you're hungry!)

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for easy macaroons

Easy Macaroons

Made with vanilla extract, shredded coconut, sweetened condensed milk

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for anzac cookies

Anzac Cookies

ANZAC stands for "Australian (and) New Zealand Army Corps" and were developed during World War I. They are a hard oatmeal cookie that is still popular today.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for red, white, and blue 4th of july trifle

Red, White, And Blue 4th of July Trifle

An easy layered dessert that everyone will love for the 4th of July!


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for stars and stripes cake

Stars And Stripes Cake

If ever a cake could inspire someone to belt out the Star-Spangled Banner at the top of their lungs, this would be the one. Strawberry stripes, blueberry stars, and one...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for starbucks-style mini vanilla scones

Starbucks-Style Mini Vanilla Scones

Make your own copycat version of Starbucks popular vanilla scones with this easy to follow recipe.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for diabetic butter cream frosting

Diabetic Butter Cream Frosting

Say goodbye to traditional frosting with this diabetic butter cream, which is crafted to meet dietary needs without compromising on taste.

Method:   stovetop, microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for dark chocolate chip cherry cookies

Dark Chocolate Chip Cherry Cookies

Cherries make a pairing with rich dark chocolate in these cookies that was simply meant to be.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for white chocolate macadamia nut cookies

White Chocolate Macadamia Nut Cookies

A soft cookie with crisp edges that's loaded up with white chocolate chips and chopped macadamia nuts.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for oreo pie

Oreo Pie

A layered pie made with cream cheese, pudding, and everyone's favorite cookie: the Oreo.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for old fashioned pumpkin fudge

Old Fashioned Pumpkin Fudge

This recipe is for old-fashioned pumpkin fudge, a delicious and easy to make treat perfect for fall. This recipe requires a candy thermometer, so be sure to have one on hand...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes





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