Desserts

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

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

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

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

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

Mini cupcake-sized key lime pies are the perfect party dessert, especially for people that just need to try everything.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

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Looking for a rich frosting? This chocolate frosting is made with pudding mix and whipped topping mix making it thick and creamy.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

The pumpkin filling with ginger and molasses is on point, but the scratch-made crust really takes this copycat pie to new heights.

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

Beat the summer heat with these easy frozen pudding pops. Just mix light cream with your favorite pudding mix, freeze, and enjoy. Try swirling in chocolate sauce for a fancy touch. ...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with egg yolks, sugar, heavy cream, vanilla extract, brown sugar

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

These cupcakes have a secret ingredient hidden inside them

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with water, butter, eggs, sugar, all-purpose flour

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

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

Made with dried figs, coconut, nut meats, lemon rind, lemon juice

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with chopped nuts, brown sugar, salt, corn syrup, butter, evaporated milk, vanilla extract

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with candy canes, margarine or canola oil, sugar, unflavored gelatin, dairy alternative, peppermint extract, chocolate chips

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

This recipe, with just four simple ingredients, ensures a smooth and fluffy buttercream that's perfect for cakes, cupcakes, and other desserts.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Vietnamese banana fritters are a delicious snack or dessert that is easy to make. Ripe bananas are battered and fried until golden brown, then served with honey or powdered...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with chocolate pudding mix, creme filled chocolate sandwich cookies, butter or margarine, cream cheese, frozen nondairy whipped topping


Time:   2-5 hours

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

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

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

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

If you can get your hands on real creole cream cheese substitute that for the regular 8-ounces of cream cheese and lemon juice. It's hard to find...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Ever impressed your friends with a sophisticated dessert? Kransekake might just be the stone-cold showstopper you've been looking for.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with salt, butter, eggs, heavy cream, golden raisins, pitted dates, pitted cherries, pecans or walnuts, orange, lemon

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

With creamy butter, crunchy nuts, and just the right amount of rum, these bite-sized rum balls are perfect for sharing or enjoying solo.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

A rich and creamy no-bake peach pie. Can be made with fresh, frozen, or canned peaches.


Time:   2-5 hours

Indulge in the holiday spirit with these eggnog pots De creme. A creamy, dreamy dessert that's like eggnog in a fancier outfit. Perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself.

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Made with cream, egg yolks, sugar, vanilla bean

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Danish butter cookies are a classic buttery, almond-flavored cookie traditionally served during the holiday season.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Why sip eggnog when you can spoon it? Whip up this eggnog dessert sauce and add a dollop of cheer to your favorite desserts. It's the holiday hero your cheesecake deserves.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Buckle up for a pumpkin pie that's boldly going where no pie has gone before. This one's strutting a fancy apricot layer and a crust that'll make you want to write home about...

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

A Southern classic. This cake tastes like spring with pineapple and bananas baked into the batter.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with heavy cream, sugar, orange juice, milk


Time:   1-2 hours

Looking for a quick and fun way to enjoy a frozen dessert? This Kool-Aid sherbet recipe combines unsweetened Kool-Aid, sugar, and milk for a vibrant twist on traditional sherbet.


Time:   2-5 hours

Homemade popsicles are the way to go in summer. These pudding pops are easy enough to make with your kids, and delicious enough that you might end up some for yourself.


Time:   2-5 hours

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

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

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

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

Elegant and indulgent triple chocolate crepes, made with a rich and creamy chocolate mousse filling, thin and delicate cocoa-flavored crepes, and a decadent chocolate sauce.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with almonds, sugar, butter, molasses, ginger, egg, flour, baking powder, cinnamon, ground nutmeg

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Karo corn syrup was introduced in 1902. While pecan pies were around already, in the 1930's Karo corn syrup became a popular ingredient in them in place of molasses or other sugar...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Fresh pears are baked in a pie crust with a spiced streusel-like topping.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

The American actress, Katharine Hepburn, was beautiful, intelligent, and a little bit eccentric. She was also known for her rich, chocolately brownies.

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

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

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

The flavor of the sweet potato is subtle in this rich and creamy ice cream. Let it freeze overnight for best results.


Time:   2-5 hours

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

Made with salt, shortening, eggs, milk, sugar, quick-cooking tapioca, rhubarb, butter or margarine

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Pancakes are already on the griddle and there's no syrup in the house? No time to panic. A few pantry staples later and the morning is saved.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with buttermilk, vanilla extract, all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, sugar, butter, cinnamon chips, egg

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

The perfectly balanced sweetness of the cherries with the delicate crepes makes for a delightful breakfast or brunch treat.

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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