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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 basic pie crust

Basic Pie Crust

Making and freezing this foolproof pie crust recipe ahead of time is a fantastic trick for easy desserts and quiches.


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 disney's lemon meringue pie

Disney's Lemon Meringue Pie

If you can't go to Disneyland, bring Disneyland to you. This copy cat recipe is made with a graham cracker crust, fresh lemon in the filling, and a fluffy meringue.

Method:   stovetop, oven
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 dark or white chocolate ganache

Dark Or White Chocolate Ganache

Calling all chocoholics: whether you're team dark chocolate or team white, this ganache recipe has your sweet tooth covered in luxe perfection.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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recipe for irish potato candy (without potatoes)

Irish Potato Candy (Without Potatoes)

Classic Irish potato candy made without actual potatoes, featuring a creamy blend of butter, cream cheese, and flaked coconut, dusted with cinnamon for a unique...


Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for copycat panera bread pudding with apples, pecans and raisins

Copycat Panera Bread Pudding With Apples, Pecans And Raisins

Made with jam or jelly, apples, butter, cinnamon raisin bread, brown sugar, pecan, orange, apple cider, vanilla extract or rum

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for blueberry streusel bars

Blueberry Streusel Bars

Made with sugar, brown sugar, almond extract, butter, egg, salt, lemon, fresh blueberries, ground cinnamon

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for irish coffee panna cotta

Irish Coffee Panna Cotta

Panna Cotta is a simple Italian classic. Kick yours up a notchy with an Irish flair by adding whiskey and a good cup of espresso.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 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 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 splenda pumpkin cheesecake

Splenda Pumpkin Cheesecake

Made with cream cheese, pumpkin, eggs, evaporated milk, sugar substitute, cinnamon, ground ginger, vanilla extract, ground cloves

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for danish

Danish

Sure, you can drop by a bakery to grab a stack of danishes in no time. But biting into your own scratch-made masterpiece? Just can't be beat.


Time:   over 5 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 apple pie with apple brandy whipped cream

Apple Pie with Apple Brandy Whipped Cream

If apple pie isn't American enough for you, adding brandy whipped cream should do the trick! This decadent dessert might become a holiday favorite.

Method:   microwave, 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 thick and buttery caramel icing

Thick And Buttery Caramel Icing

This buttery icing complements a variety of cake flavors. Try it on white cake, yellow, pound cake, etc. Also works well on blonde brownies or coffee cake.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for chocolate rice krispie treats

Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats

Your favorite childhood treat gets a chocolate makeover. The simple addition of chocolate syrup turns these marshmallow cereal bars into a chocoholic's dream.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for decorators frosting that tastes good

Decorators Frosting That Tastes Good

Made with milk, butter or margarine, shortening, powdered sugar, vanilla extract


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for chocolate truffle filling

Chocolate Truffle Filling

A few tablespoons of flavored liqueur is the key to this decadent truffle filling. Try making it with creme de menthe, Grand Marnier, or maybe some Amaretto.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for caramel topping

Caramel Topping

Give your sweet treats a luxurious upgrade with this homemade caramel sauce. In just a few easy steps, you'll have a golden, buttery sauce. Drizzle it on and take your sweet treats to...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for copycat ben & jerry's giant chocolate chip cookies

Copycat Ben & Jerry's Giant Chocolate Chip Cookies

Treat yourself to Ben & Jerry's Giant Chocolate Chip Cookies, featuring a big, doughy bite that's hard to resist. This recipe is easy enough for...

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for cherry frosting

Cherry Frosting

With a light cherry flavor and pretty pink color, this creamy boiled frosting works well on both cakes and cupcakes.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


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 creamy brown sugar frosting

Creamy Brown Sugar Frosting

This frosting is a delicious combination of cream cheese, butter, and brown sugar with a hint of orange and vanilla flavor. It's easy to make and perfect for topping cakes...


Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for almond paste marzipan

Almond Paste Marzipan

Think marzipan is just for the pros? Think again. With this simple recipe, you can craft your own and make any dessert feel like a work of art.


Time:   1-2 hours


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 bittersweet chocolate sour cream sauce

Bittersweet Chocolate Sour Cream Sauce

Made with vanilla extract, unsweetened chocolate, sour cream, sugar, brown sugar, milk

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for brigadeiros

Brigadeiros

Made with chocolate sprinkles, sweetened condensed milk, butter, cocoa powder

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for caramel and chocolate pecan bars

Caramel and Chocolate Pecan Bars

Made with chocolate chips, flour, pecan halves, butter, brown sugar

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for cocoa pasta

Cocoa Pasta

Dark cocoa pasta is a bit crazy, but in a good way. These homemade noodles are a ton of fun to make, and can be used in all sorts of funky sweet pastas.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for easy chewy cake mix brownies

Easy Chewy Cake Mix Brownies

In despair because you've got cake mix but you're craving brownies? No worries, you can bake some brilliant brownies with a classic box of cake mix.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for jack daniel's fudge

Jack Daniel's Fudge

Quick and simple Jack Daniel's fudge made with just four ingredients. Melted chocolate blended with whiskey and powdered sugar creates a creamy texture. Perfect for a last-minute...

Method:   microwave, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for low fat chocolate cupcakes

Low Fat Chocolate Cupcakes

Low fat chocolate cupcakes are a delicious and health conscious treat! These delightful morsels are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without the guilt.

Method:   oven
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 buckeye balls

Buckeye Balls

This peanut butter and chocolate candy is shaped to look like the Buckeye nut (also known as a horse chestnut).

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for chocolate whipped cream frosting

Chocolate Whipped Cream Frosting

Need a quick frosting? This recipe is basically just whipped cream with some added flavoring of sugar, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract. Needs to be kept chilled to...


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 peanut butter cream-filled cookies

Peanut Butter Cream-Filled Cookies

You've had peanut butter cookies, but have you had peanut butter filled cookies? These delectable oatmeal cookies filled with a sweet peanut cream need only be served...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for crock pot candy

Crock Pot Candy

This slow cooked candy is the perfect treat for any festive occasion. It's creamy, crunchy and oh-so-chocolaty! The combination of chocolate and peanuts create a unique sweet and salty...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for easy no bake sour cream cheesecake

Easy No Bake Sour Cream Cheesecake

Made with strawberries, graham cracker pie crust, cream cheese, sugar, sour cream, vanilla extract, whipped topping


Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for amaretti cookies

Amaretti Cookies

Made with confectioners' sugar, almonds, sugar, egg whites, almond extract

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for chocodiles

Chocodiles

Made with brown sugar, butter, shortening, crunchy peanut butter, vanilla extract, egg, all-purpose flour, salt, semisweet chocolate chips

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for chocolate toffee trifle

Chocolate Toffee Trifle

Made with chocolate cake mix, frozen nondairy whipped topping, chocolate pudding mix, chocolate covered toffee candy bars

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


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 heath bar brownies

Heath Bar Brownies

Who needs a regular brownie when you can up your dessert game with Heath Bars and pecans? Trust us, this is pure dessert genius.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

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 1-2-3-4-5 cake

1-2-3-4-5 Cake

The one cake recipe you'll actually remember for next time. No half tablespoons, no quarter cups, forget all the complicated stuff.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

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 boiled icing

Boiled Icing

Boiled icing is often used to decorate cakes and cupcakes because it sets quickly and holds its shape well.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes





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