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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 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 orange sherbet

Orange Sherbet

Made with heavy cream, sugar, orange juice, milk


Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for milk chocolate butterscotch cafe cookies

Milk Chocolate Butterscotch Cafe Cookies

This is a great way to make a batch of cookies from purchased cookie dough taste like homemade.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 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 alabama fudge pecan chewies

Alabama Fudge Pecan Chewies

Made with pecan, pecans, flour, butter or margarine, sweetened condensed milk, semisweet chocolate chips, vanilla extract

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

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recipe for basic french buttercream

Basic French Buttercream

This basic French buttercream recipe is a staple for any baker. With simple ingredients including eggs, sugar, and butter, you can whip up a smooth and light frosting ideal for...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for anna marie jensen's chocolate chip or raisin oatmeal cookies

Anna Marie Jensen's Chocolate Chip or Raisin Oatmeal Cookies

Made with oatmeal, eggs, sugar, brown sugar, shortening, water, vanilla extract, flour, salt, baking soda

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for french chocolate macarons

French Chocolate Macarons

Macarons are light, airy, and have a delicate chocolate flavor that is irresistible. Each bite is a little piece of heaven.


Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for white chocolate cheesecake cupcakes

White Chocolate Cheesecake Cupcakes

Made with white chocolate chips, white cake mix, sour cream, cheesecake pudding mix

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for banana bread pudding

Banana Bread Pudding

Bread pudding made from cubed banana bread is served with a rich vanilla sauce.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for french cranberry apple pie

French Cranberry Apple Pie

Made with apples, cranberries, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, brown sugar, all-purpose flour

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for southern fresh peach skillet pie

Southern Fresh Peach Skillet Pie

Made with flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, shortening, milk, peaches

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for vanilla fudge cheesecake

Vanilla Fudge Cheesecake

When it's time for cheesecake, it's no time for compromise. This magnificent marbleized vanilla fudge dessert does nothing of the sort. The only compromise is having to share...

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for peanut butter balls with rice krispies

Peanut Butter Balls With Rice Krispies

Made with shortening, chocolate chips, Rice Krispies, powdered sugar, butter or margarine, peanut butter

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for tiny filled dessert pastries

Tiny Filled Dessert Pastries

Short on time but craving something delicious? These quick-to-make tiny filled dessert pastries wrap richness and flavor into every bite without overwhelming your kitchen...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

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 no bake chocolate oatmeal cookies

No Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies

No oven, no problem! These chocolate oatmeal cookies are the perfect way to satisfy your sweet tooth without cranking up the heat.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


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 almost maple syrup

Almost Maple Syrup

This almost maple syrup is still way closer than most store-bought syrups. It's made with actual sugar instead of corn syrup.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for blueberry fritters

Blueberry Fritters

Made with powdered sugar, vegetable oil, milk, flour, fresh blueberries, all-purpose flour, baking powder, sugar, salt, egg

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for caramel custard

Caramel Custard

Made with vanilla extract, sugar, water, eggs, egg yolks, milk

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for amish apple fritters

Amish Apple Fritters

Made with cooking apples, brown sugar, milk, lemon juice, flour, sugar, cinnamon, salt, eggs, lemon

Method:   oven, electric skillet/wok
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for snickerdoodle ice cream

Snickerdoodle Ice Cream

The warm spice flavors of snickerdoodle cookies in a rich and creamy ice cream.


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 caramel cream praline apple pie

Caramel Cream Praline Apple Pie

Made with baking powder, oil, apples, flour or cornstarch, butter, brown sugar, heavy sweet cream, pecans

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for elvis presley's favorite sweet potato pie

Elvis Presley's Favorite Sweet Potato Pie

This popular pie is made with a combination of sweet potatoes and russets for a lighter flavor than other pies.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for chocolate chunk cookies

Chocolate Chunk Cookies

What's the secret to the perfect chocolate chip cookie? We are pretty sure it's hidden in this recipe filled with rich chunks of chocolate.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for homemade apple pie from scratch

Homemade Apple Pie from Scratch

Easy as... apple pie! This recipe has both the crust and filling made from scratch!

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for ricotta-sour cream cheesecake with strawberry

Ricotta-Sour Cream Cheesecake With Strawberry

When life gives you strawberries, why not make cheesecake? This creamy yet airy ricotta-sour cream confection is convinced it belongs at every celebration.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for banana cream trifle

Banana Cream Trifle

Turn banana bread into a creamy dessert. Stack layers of it between fresh banana slices and thick vanilla pudding.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for cappuccino chip cookies

Cappuccino Chip Cookies

There's something special about these cookies. They have a unique flavor that is both rich and complex. The cappuccino chips add a depth of flavor that is simply irresistible.

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 vegan chocolate cheesecake

Vegan Chocolate Cheesecake

Vegan chocolate cheesecake is a delicious dessert that everyone can enjoy, not just vegans. The filling is light and creamy and you won't even know it is made from tofu.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for 4th of july apple pie

4th Of July Apple Pie

A classic American dessert - made from scratch

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for best vanilla fudge

Best Vanilla Fudge

Fudge may often be a chocolate affair, but a good vanilla variety can hold its own any day. This treat is great when studded with pecans or macadamia nuts, or extra-pretty when...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for chocolate custard ice cream

Chocolate Custard Ice Cream

There's nothing quite like a rich and creamy chocolate custard ice cream. It's the perfect dessert for any chocolate lover.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 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 cream puff cake

Cream Puff Cake

Made with chocolate syrup, cream, butter, water, all-purpose flour, eggs, cream cheese, milk, instant vanilla pudding mix


Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for strawberry tiramisu

Strawberry Tiramisu

Made with chocolate, lady finger style cookies, light cream cheese, icing sugar, Marsala wine, sour cream, strawberries, water, sugar, instant espresso powder or instant coffee


Time:   2-5 hours

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 creme brulee with white chocolate liqueur

Creme Brulee With White Chocolate Liqueur

Creme brulee is already a creamy and rich dessert, but add a splash of white chocolate liqueur and it reaches decadent status.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for original florida key lime pie

Original Florida Key Lime Pie

Made with egg whites, egg yolks, graham cracker crumbs, margarine, sugar, Key lime juice, sweetened condensed milk


Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for frozen orange creamsicle

Frozen Orange Creamsicle

These orange creamsicles are a perfect summer treat, and low-carb to boot. Cream, sugar-free orange gelatin, and a sugar substitute like Stevia make these pops creamy, dreamy...


Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for chocolate sweet potato pie

Chocolate Sweet Potato Pie

Why choose between sweet potato and chocolate when this pie gives you the best of both worlds? It's the culinary plot twist your dessert game has been waiting for.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for cinna munchy crunchy squares

Cinna Munchy Crunchy Squares

Made with Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereal, margarine or butter, miniature marshmallows, ground cinnamon

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for fourth of july cheesecake

Fourth Of July Cheesecake

Not only is this cheesecake patriotic but it's also a lower fat dessert so you can indulge without guilt!

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   over 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 lime ice cream

Lime Ice Cream

Made with heavy whipping cream, milk, sugar, lime juice, lime peel

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for amish chocolate chip applesauce cookies

Amish Chocolate Chip Applesauce Cookies

Made with flour, salt, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, margarine, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for cherry wink cookies

Cherry Wink Cookies

Made with shortening, milk, vanilla extract, eggs, flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, pecans, dates

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes





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