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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 almost instant chocolate pudding

Almost Instant Chocolate Pudding

This dessert is leagues better than packaged pudding and almost as easy to make.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for chocolate tofu ice cream

Chocolate Tofu Ice Cream

One taste and you'd never guess this rich, creamy, chocolatety ice cream was actually vegetarian.


Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for oreo cookies from cake mix

Oreo Cookies From Cake Mix

Ready for a fun kitchen project? These copycat Oreo cookies from cake mix are a great way to channel your inner baker while keeping it simple and delicious.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for three-ingredient chocolate ice cream

Three-Ingredient Chocolate Ice Cream

Only three ingredients are needed for this rich and creamy chocolate ice cream. Feel free to stir in some add-ins like crushed Oreo cookies, M&M's, or other...


Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for copycat magic shell chocolate ice cream topping

Copycat Magic Shell Chocolate Ice Cream Topping

Make your own Magic Shell ice cream topping. The chocolate syrup-like sauce hardens when it hits the ice cream making a crunchy shell.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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recipe for bienenstich (bee sting cake)

Bienenstich (Bee Sting Cake)

Made with eggs, vanilla extract, whole milk, slivered blanched almonds, sugar, butter, milk or cream

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

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 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 toblerone cheesecake

Toblerone Cheesecake

Everyone's favorite chocolate bar baked into a creamy cheesecake

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for easy strawberry-rhubarb pie

Easy Strawberry-Rhubarb Pie

Tart rhubarb is a perfect match for sweet, juicy strawberries in this delicious pie. Fresh. From scratch. And super easy. Can't beat that!

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for marshmallow peeps cupcakes

Marshmallow Peeps Cupcakes

Made with jelly beans, white cake mix, frosting, coconut, green food coloring, Marshmallow Peeps

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for ibarra mexican chocolate chip cookies

Ibarra Mexican Chocolate Chip Cookies

These Mexican-style cookies are made with a rich chocolate that is blended with spices like cinnamon and black pepper to give them a deep, complex flavor.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for bear claws with chocolate filling

Bear Claws With Chocolate Filling

Made with pecans, egg, frozen roll dough, flour, butter, brown sugar, semisweet chocolate chips, shredded coconut

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

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 how to make homemade ice cream cones

How To Make Homemade Ice Cream Cones

Whether you love making everything from scratch or just want to impress some ice cream-loving friends, this homemade ice cream cone recipe has your back.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for fourth of july firecracker cupcakes

Fourth Of July Firecracker Cupcakes

Made with flake coconut, red food coloring, blue food coloring, yellow cupcakes, nondairy whipped topping, red licorice


Time:   under 30 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 bourbon chocolate sauce

Bourbon Chocolate Sauce

Pour this creamy bourbon-chocolate-vanilla sauce over ice cream, cheesecake, waffles - anywhere you want a splash of boozy chocolate flavor.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for french lime cheesecake with vanilla wafer crust

French Lime Cheesecake With Vanilla Wafer Crust

The perfect flavor combination of a slightly tart cheesecake and a lightly sweet crust.

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for colonel sanders' pecan pie

Colonel Sanders' Pecan Pie

This pecan pie recipe, inspired by Colonel Sanders, brings together familiar ingredients in a way that's both simple and effective. It's a classic holiday dessert.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 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 easy-bake oven crazy cake

Easy-Bake Oven Crazy Cake

This Easy-Bake Oven cake combines flour, sugar, cocoa, and a few pantry staples for a quick dessert. An easy project for young bakers.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for classic cherry cheesecake

Classic Cherry Cheesecake

Craft a delectable classic cherry cheesecake with our easy-to-follow recipe. Enjoy a crisp graham cracker crust topped with a creamy, smooth filling and tangy cherry topping. ...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for filipino banana rolls (turon)

Filipino Banana Rolls (Turon)

This Filipino plantain treat is a symphony of textures and flavors. The creamy filling contrasts with the crispy fried wrappers, and the sweetness plays alongside the...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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 chocolate orange ice cream

Chocolate Orange Ice Cream

Made with chocolate chips, milk, heavy cream, vanilla extract, orange extract, eggs, sugar


Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for brownie frosting

Brownie Frosting

Brownie frosting is a chocolate lover's dream come true. This rich and creamy frosting is made with semisweet chocolate and is perfect for topping off your favorite brownies or...

Method:   stovetop
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 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 bake sale lemon bars

Bake Sale Lemon Bars

Made with lemon juice, powdered sugar, butter or margarine, eggs, sugar, flour

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for old fashioned blackberry pie

Old Fashioned Blackberry Pie

Made with pastry shells, milk, blackberries, sugar, quick-cooking tapioca, butter

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for caramelized banana cheesecake

Caramelized Banana Cheesecake

Made with pecan, butter, brown sugar, bananas, rum, cream cheese, sugar, eggs, sour cream, heavy cream

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for butter strips with honey almond glaze

Butter Strips with Honey Almond Glaze

Made with salt, egg, butter, sugar, brandy, honey, almond extract

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for red velvet cheesecake

Red Velvet Cheesecake

Made with cream cheese, sugar, eggs, cocoa powder, sour cream, buttermilk, vanilla extract, white vinegar, red food coloring

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for pumpkin pie with splenda

Pumpkin Pie With Splenda

This pumpkin pie With Splenda is for everyone who's sweet enough already. It's the same spiced, cozy treat you love, just slimmed down in the sugar department. Hello, healthier...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 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 chocolate-covered jelly beans

Chocolate-Covered Jelly Beans

Made with chocolate candy coating, small red gourmet jelly beans, small pink, purple and white gourmet jelly beans

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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 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 peach slump

Peach Slump

Peach Slump is a delicious, homey dessert that's perfect for summer. Just be sure to have some ice cream on hand to top it off - after all, what's a peach slump without a dollop of vanilla...

Method:   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 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 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 chocolate peanut-butter swirl cheesecake

Chocolate Peanut-Butter Swirl Cheesecake

A rich and creamy chocolate cheesecake gets an added bonus: swirls of peanut butter mixed in the batter!

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for marzipan

Marzipan

Marzipan is a sweet confection made of almonds, sugar, and egg. It's often used as an icing or filling for cakes, pastries and candies. It can also be flavored or tinted.


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 homemade marshmallow creme

Homemade Marshmallow Creme

We've all seen the marshmallow creme that comes in a jar at the grocery store. It's really easy to make at home so why buy it?


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for valentine lollipops

Valentine Lollipops

Swirled white and bittersweet chocolate makes a dazzlingly pretty lollipop that you can decorate to your heart's content.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for whipped buttercream frosting

Whipped Buttercream Frosting

The velvety texture and rich flavor of this whipped buttercream frosting makes it perfect for cakes and cupcakes. It's the perfect balance of sweetness and sophistication.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for all chocolate cheesecake

All Chocolate Cheesecake

Made with vanilla extract, semisweet chocolate, sour cream, eggs, chocolate wafer crumbs, ground cinnamon, butter or margarine, cream cheese, sugar, flour

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours





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