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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 adaptable buttercream frosting

Adaptable Buttercream Frosting

Buttercream frosting is a classic for a reason! This rich and creamy frosting is made with butter and confectioners' sugar, and can be flavored with any extract that you...


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for apple popsicles

Apple Popsicles

Apple juice with a hint of cinnamon from red hot candies makes a refreshing frozen popsicle treat.


Time:   2-5 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 quick snow cones

Quick Snow Cones

A quick and easy way to make snow cones is with this recipe by turning powdered drink mix (like Kool-aid) into a sweet syrup.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for lemon cream cupcakes with grand marnier cream icing

Lemon Cream Cupcakes With Grand Marnier Cream Icing

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

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recipe for crustless slow cooker pumpkin pie

Crustless Slow Cooker Pumpkin Pie

This crustless, crockpot pumpkin pie recipe opens up a whole world of holiday desserts. Serve it as is with ice cream or top it with whipped cream and use it as a...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for canoli pie

Canoli Pie

Made with chocolate graham cracker pie crust, ricotta cheese, eggs, Kahlua, sugar, semisweet chocolate chips

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for dark chocolate red beet cupcakes

Dark Chocolate Red Beet Cupcakes

Vegetables in cupcakes? The beets add rich red color to these dark chocolate delights.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for basic low carb pie crust

Basic Low Carb Pie Crust

Made with water, shortening or lard, whey protein powder or soy flour, oat flour, ground almonds or almond flour


Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for slow cooker batter-topped peach cobbler

Slow Cooker Batter-Topped Peach Cobbler

With sliced peaches on the bottom and peach nectar in the batter, this cobbler gets a fruity double dose. Just imagine a melty scoop of vanilla ice cream on top...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for pistachio macarons

Pistachio Macarons

Macarons are light little sandwich style cookies. These sweet treats have a light pistachio flavor both in the cookie and the white chocolate filling.

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for french silk chocolate pie

French Silk Chocolate Pie

No-bake French silk pie comes together quickly and easily. Just beat together all the ingredients and chill in a pie shell.


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for louisiana pecan pralines

Louisiana Pecan Pralines

These pecan pralines come straight from the heart of Louisiana's culinary heritage, offering that well-known balance of richness and nuttiness.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for french plum pie with crumb topping

French Plum Pie With Crumb Topping

The French plum pie with crumb topping is one of the most scrumptious pies you will ever eat. The plums are cooked to perfection and the crust is flaky and delicious.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for carrot fritters

Carrot Fritters

Golden-fried carrot fritters make an outstanding vegetarian party appetizer.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for chocolate irish cream cheesecake

Chocolate Irish Cream Cheesecake

There are good cheesecakes, and there are great cheesecakes. Good cheesecakes often focus on the filling and forget the crust, but great ones like this Irish cream...

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for english trifle

English Trifle

A layered trifle topped with fresh fruit is hard to beat for presentation. Especially when made with a homemade vanilla custard between layers of angel food cake and preserves.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for simple pretzel turtles

Simple Pretzel Turtles

If you're looking for simple party treats, these mini turtles are absolutely unbeatable. Three ingredients and just a few minutes of your time.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for pumpkin cheesecake with sour cream topping

Pumpkin Cheesecake With Sour Cream Topping

Made with graham cracker crumbs, sugar, butter, cream cheese, brown sugar, solid-pack pumpkin, cornstarch, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for red chile chocolate souffle

Red Chile Chocolate Souffle

Souffles might sound intimidating, but don't sweat it. With a little chocolate magic and a touch of spice, you'll have a show-stopping dessert that's surprisingly simple to...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for brownie mix candy topped pizza

Brownie Mix Candy Topped Pizza

Turn a package of brownie mix into a dessert pizza that everyone will love.

Method:   microwave, oven
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 easy pumpkin pie

Easy Pumpkin Pie

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


recipe for chocolate 'n spice profiteroles

Chocolate 'n Spice Profiteroles

These delicate profiteroles are filled with a creamy coffee flavored filling and topped with a rich coffee liqueur chocolate sauce.

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for spiced crackle cookies with crystallized ginger

Spiced Crackle Cookies With Crystallized Ginger

Made with white pepper, butter, sugar, molasses, egg, all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, ground ginger, cinnamon

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for brownies with a surprise

Brownies With A Surprise

Made with peanut butter cups, salt, all-purpose flour, butter, semisweet chocolate, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for copycat cheesecake factory pumpkin pie

Copycat Cheesecake Factory Pumpkin Pie

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

recipe for blackberry upside down cake

Blackberry Upside Down Cake

Made with salt, milk, brown sugar, butter, blackberries, margarine or butter, sugar, eggs, flour, baking powder

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for grilled pineapple slices

Grilled Pineapple Slices

The sweetness of the pineapple and brown sugar pairs perfectly with the smoky flavor of the grill, making for a truly irresistible summer appetizer or dessert.

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for candy filled cookies

Candy Filled Cookies

Made with candy bars, vanilla extract, egg yolk, all-purpose flour, salt, baking soda, butter, brown sugar, sugar, egg

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for dirt cake

Dirt Cake

Made with Cool Whip, milk, Oreo cookies, butter or margarine, cream cheese, vanilla pudding mix


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for double coconut ice cream

Double Coconut Ice Cream

Made with desiccated coconut, milk, coconut milk, egg yolks, sugar, cream

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for chocolate rum balls

Chocolate Rum Balls

Powdered sugar coated balls of rum soaked cookies make a great holiday or anytime treat. Try different types of rum for different flavor profiles.


Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for fannie may fudge

Fannie May Fudge

Who doesn't love fudge? This Fannie May recipe offers you the perfect balance of three types of chocolate, butter, and nuts.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for ultimate sugar cookies

Ultimate Sugar Cookies

A classic, soft sugar cookie recipe. Decorate as desired or simply leave plain (they are that good).

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for yogurt popsicles

Yogurt Popsicles

Your flavors, shapes, and colors are endless while creating these fun-loving popsicles. Yogurt provides a healthy alternative. Mix with any fruit, freeze and enjoy.


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for apple blossom pie

Apple Blossom Pie

Made with double crust pie pastry, Red Rome apples, apple-pear juice blend, water, honey, sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, apple pie spice

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for moonbeam cookies

Moonbeam Cookies

Made with white chocolate chips, refrigerated sugar cookie dough, coconut, lemon pudding

Method:   oven, microwave
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 caramel cream frosting

Caramel Cream Frosting

This smooth, creamy, and flavorful caramel cream frosting is ideal for dressing up cakes, cupcakes, or any baked treats, offering a homemade touch of luxury.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for kentucky bourbon chocolate pecan pie

Kentucky Bourbon Chocolate Pecan Pie

As if pecan pie wasn't decadent enough, this recipe adds in chocolate and bourbon to the mix. The pie is very rich so make sure to cut the slices thin.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for black-bottom raspberry cheesecake

Black-Bottom Raspberry Cheesecake

The black bottom brownie layer of this dessert is topped with a sweet layer of raspberries and then covered with a creamy cheesecake batter before baking.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for profiteroles with chocolate sauce

Profiteroles With Chocolate Sauce

Homemade profiteroles are a bit of work, but boy are they worth it. The pastries and decadent chocolate sauce are too perfect to mess with, but you can switch up the...

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for chocolate mousse with chipotle caramel sauce

Chocolate Mousse With Chipotle Caramel Sauce

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

Method:   microwave, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for candy cane bark

Candy Cane Bark

Candy cane bark combines the sweet, rich flavor of white chocolate with the refreshing crunch of candy canes, making it a perfect treat for the holiday season.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for cathedral windows

Cathedral Windows

Made with margarine, chocolate chips, chopped walnuts, colored mini marshmallows, grated coconut

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for fruitcake bars

Fruitcake Bars

Made with bourbon, sweetened condensed milk, butter, vanilla wafer cookie crumbs, green candied cherries, red candied cherries, candied pineapple, dates

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for almond butter brownies

Almond Butter Brownies

Made with coconut, almond butter, sugar, eggs, almond extract, flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, salt

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for crustless chocolate raspberry cheesecake

Crustless Chocolate Raspberry Cheesecake

Made with chocolate wafer cookies, semisweet chocolate, cream cheese, raspberry fruit spread, whipped topping, water, raspberries

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for cocoa mocha rum sorbet

Cocoa Mocha Rum Sorbet

This recipe combines the rich flavors of chocolate and coffee with sweet boozy rum. This sorbet is sure to please any chocoholic or coffee-lover!

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours





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