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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 cathedral windows

Cathedral Windows

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

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 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

recipe for stained glass cookies

Stained Glass Cookies

Made with salt, baking powder, Lifesavers candy, sugar, shortening or butter, vanilla extract, eggs, flour

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for make your own pomegranate molasses

Make Your Own Pomegranate Molasses

Pomegranate molasses is popular in middle eastern cooking and delicious as a glaze on cooked meat. 8 fresh pomegranates should yield about 4 1/2 cups juice.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for molasses hermits

Molasses Hermits

Made with cinnamon, salt, shortening or butter, brown sugar, molasses, egg, raisins, walnuts, all-purpose flour, baking soda

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

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recipe for creamy white chocolate strawberry pie

Creamy White Chocolate Strawberry Pie

Made with strawberries, graham cracker crust, white baking chocolate, cream cheese, milk, confectioners' sugar, orange peel, heavy whipping cream

Method:   microwave, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for traditional aussie lamingtons

Traditional Aussie Lamingtons

Light sponge cake squares made from scratch that are coated with a cocoa icing and then rolled in coconut.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 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 praline syrup

Praline Syrup

If you've always been partial to pralines & cream at the ice cream parlor, this syrup is right up your ally. Drizzle it on waffles, use it to top off sundaes, or just pour it over...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 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 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 austrian christmas weihnachtsbaeckerei

Austrian Christmas Weihnachtsbaeckerei

The name "Weihnachtsbaeckerei" literally translates to Christmas cookies. Bring a little taste of Austria with this traditional holiday baking recipe.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for cherries jubilee

Cherries Jubilee

Cherries jubilee made with flambeed brandy over rich, vanilla ice cream is a serious showstopper of a dessert.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 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 chocolate cream cheese cupcakes

Chocolate Cream Cheese Cupcakes

Made with semisweet chocolate chips, egg, Swiss chocolate cake mix, cream cheese, sugar

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

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 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 ginger ice cream

Ginger Ice Cream

Little bits of crystallized ginger are mixed into a creamy vanilla-flavored homemade ice cream.


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 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 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 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 petone martha's date scone

Petone Martha's Date Scone

Made with self-rising flour, vanilla extract, eggs, dates, water, cream, honey

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


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 almond madeleines

Almond Madeleines

Almond Madeleines are a delicious, buttery French cake-like cookie. They are perfect for a special breakfast or brunch, or as a light dessert.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for mamie eisenhower's pumpkin chiffon pie

Mamie Eisenhower's Pumpkin Chiffon Pie

Made with egg yolks, brown sugar, pumpkin, milk, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, unflavored gelatin, water, egg whites

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


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 slow cooker chocolate cheesecake

Slow Cooker Chocolate Cheesecake

This chocolate cheesecake is hiding a healthy secret in its protein-packed chocolate filling. Tofu helps keep the cheesecake nice and thick without you even knowing...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for bunuelos de viento

Bunuelos De Viento

Ready to try your hand at something a bit different? Bunuelos de viento are light, crispy, and undeniably satisfying, perfect for those adventurous home cooks who want to step...

Method:   deep fryer
Time:   30-60 minutes


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 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 easy caramels

Easy Caramels

If you're in the mood for a sweet treat, these easy caramels are sure to satisfy your cravings. Made with just four simple ingredients, these caramels are quick and easy to prepare.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for chocolate macadamia nut cookies

Chocolate Macadamia Nut Cookies

Rich cocoa and buttery macadamia nuts make up these light and airy cookies. You'll definitely want to make more than one batch.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for triple chocolate chunk cookies

Triple Chocolate Chunk Cookies

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

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

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 walnut shaped cookies

Walnut Shaped Cookies

Made with walnuts, milk, egg yolks, flour, icing sugar, butter, cocoa powder, vanilla extract

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for confetti cupcakes

Confetti Cupcakes

Sprinkles always make things more fun, and these confetti cupcakes are no exception. A simple cupcake is elevated with the addition of colorful little candies.

Method:   oven
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 praline custard pie

Praline Custard Pie

Made with butter, pie shell, sugar, cornstarch, salt, egg yolks, milk, vanilla extract, whipped cream

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for easy fruit pizza

Easy Fruit Pizza

It may look like a pizza, but don't be fooled. With a sugar cookie crust and a maple cream cheese topping, this creation is dessert all the way. Use your favorite fruits to change it...

Method:   oven
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 chocolate caramel fudge

Chocolate Caramel Fudge

Say hello to the easiest, yummiest chocolate caramel fudge ever. It's a no-fuss, all-flavor kind of treat that's perfect for sharing.. or not. We won't judge.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 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 streusel cream cheese cake

Streusel Cream Cheese Cake

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

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


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

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 old fashioned snow ice cream

Old Fashioned Snow Ice Cream

If you're looking for a fun dessert that captures the essence of winter, this snow ice cream is the perfect choice. With just a few ingredients, including clean snow, it's...


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for date nut chocolate fudge

Date Nut Chocolate Fudge

Made with flaked coconut, pitted dates, unsweetened baking chocolate, evaporated milk, pecans


Time:   30-60 minutes

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 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





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