Desserts

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

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

Layers of chocolate and caramel with a cake mix crust.

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

This easy-to-follow recipe features fluffy lemon cupcakes topped with a rich and boozy Grand Marnier icing. Perfect for a special occasion or a sweet...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

This classic French dessert is both elegant and easy to make. A rich vanilla custard is topped with a crisp, caramelized sugar coating. Serve it with fresh berries for a special...

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

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Made with confectioners' sugar, butter, brown sugar, egg, all-purpose flour, baking powder, vanilla extract, pecans

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

These cupcakes have a secret ingredient hidden inside them

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with cream cheese, sweetened condensed milk, frozen concentrated orange juice, vanilla extract, bananas, lemon juice, strawberries, nuts, semisweet baking chocolate...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

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

Made with eggs, salt, flour, baking powder, cream cheese, egg, sugar, vanilla extract

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

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

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

Made with milk, corn starch, baking chocolate

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with whipping cream, dark chocolate, brewed espresso or strong coffee, rum, butter, gelatin powder, sugar, water

Method:   microwave, 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

This billionaire pie combines tropical pineapple flavors with the sweetness of cherry pie filling. Easy to make ahead, it requires no baking and can be stored until serving.


Time:   2-5 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

These chocolate cupcakes are the perfect treat for any chocolate lover. They are moist and fluffy, with a rich chocolate flavor. The chocolate...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with vanilla extract, shredded coconut, sweetened condensed milk

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

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 water, vanilla extract, rum, banana, egg yolks, egg, sugar, half and half, sweetened condensed milk, sour cream

Method:   pressure cooker
Time:   under 30 minutes

These sugar cookies are a deliciously sweet treat. These buttery, crispy cookies are perfect for dunking in your morning coffee or enjoying with a scoop of ice cream after dinner.

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

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

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

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

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

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

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

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

Rich chocolate cookies are packed full with white chocolate and semisweet chocolate chunks.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

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

Indulge in the delicious flavor of Cuccidati, a traditional Italian fig cookie. Made with sweet fig filling and a hint of spices, these cookies have the perfect balance of...


Time:   over 5 hours

For a cookie that offers both flavor and visual appeal, consider making Linzer thumbprint cookies. The unique combination of almond and raspberry jam creates a delicious...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with light cream, milk, green food coloring, frozen limeade concentrate, salt, sugar, water, lime jello


Time:   2-5 hours

Have you wondered why Grandma's pies always tasted so good? Well, here's her secret recipe for the perfect pie crust.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with margarine or butter, brown sugar, flour, quick-cooking oats, walnuts, ground cinnamon, cream cheese, sweetened condensed milk, eggs, frozen apple juice concentrate

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

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

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

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


Time:   2-5 hours

Made with pecans, salt, brown sugar, margarine or butter, egg, vanilla extract, milk, all-purpose flour, baking soda

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

Made with cinnamon, margarine, pie pastry, water, buttery round crackers, cream of tartar, sugar, lemon juice, lemon

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with a chocolate cookie crust, a creamy cheesecake filling, and topped with caramel, fudge, and nuts. It's ok to drool.

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

Made with milk, vanilla, refrigerated crescent rolls, mincemeat, pecans, powdered sugar

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with almonds, pecans or walnuts, butter, confectioners' sugar, egg yolks, vanilla extract, almond extract, cognac or brandy, baking powder, flour

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with butter, sugar, eggs, pumpkin, flour, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, vanilla extract, cream cheese

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with espresso coffee, sugar, artificial sweetener, powdered unsweetened cocoa, amaretto or anisette liqueur, cream cheese, coffee flavored yogurt, dark chocolate, cocoa)


Time:   1-2 hours

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

A fluffy cream cheese and peanut butter mousse topped with a rich chocolate ganache and chocolate shavings.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Lots of zesty lime flavor with a spicy kick of black pepper. These cookies are delicious!

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

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


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with lemon juice, quick-cooking tapioca, pie pastry, frozen huckleberries, huckleberry juice, sugar, cornstarch

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with butterscotch chips, eggs, spice cake mix, vegetable oil, vanilla extract

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes