Desserts

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

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

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

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with water, butter, cream cheese, vanilla extract, flour, salt, fruit spread, egg

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with pastry crust, sugar, flour, ground cinnamon, salt, apples, pecans, caramel topping, brown sugar

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

This icing is perfect for decorating cakes and cupcakes, or just eating straight off the spoon. This recipe will quickly become your go-to whenever you need a delicious chocolate...


Time:   under 30 minutes

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

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

Made with green fruit slices or gumdrops, red icing, baked loaf cake, Twinkies, red and brown frosting, yellow icing


Time:   under 30 minutes

Pecan pie featuring a rich filling of eggs, brown sugar, and corn syrup. Chopped pecans add texture and flavor. Set in a traditional pie shell for a classic dessert option.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

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

A whipped frosting made with egg whites and brown sugar that holds peaks well. This frosting's unique texture makes it an excellent choice for decorating cakes.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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

Made with brown sugar, ground cinnamon, cornstarch, lemon juice, kirsch, butter, heavy cream, sugar

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with lemon, milk, eggs, sugar, whipping cream, peanut butter, bananas

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Soft, sticky saltwater taffy is as fun to make as it is addictingly tasty. This recipe makes a classic vanilla flavor, but you can add in your own colors and flavors to pull whatever taffy...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Try this delicious boiled orange frosting for a refreshing twist on your favorite desserts. In just 15 minutes, you'll be stirring together a silky orange frosting that's...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with confectioners' sugar, chopped pecans, shredded coconut, cinnamon swirl cake mix, cinnamon, margarine, cream cheese

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

A baked pumpkin custard-type dessert that is served chilled.

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

Made with green sprinkles, butter, green food coloring, marshmallows, peppermint extract, crispy rice cereal, white candy coating

Method:   crock pot, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Want to make every dessert a stunning masterpiece? This white icing is your secret weapon for transforming ordinary sweets into showstoppers.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Indulge in a luxurious treat with our chocolate frozen yogurt recipe. Our blend of rich cocoa, bittersweet chocolate, and creamy yogurt creates a heavenly dessert that's sure to...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

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

Would you like some bite with your brownies? These brownies look harmless but they pack a punch with the addition of cayenne pepper and chipotle chili powder.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

This sugar-free cream cheese frosting recipe is proof that you can indeed have your cake and eat its frosting too, minus the sugar.


Time:   under 30 minutes

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

A blend of blueberries, blackberries, and raspberries make up this creamy sorbet recipe.


Time:   2-5 hours

Made with Cheddar cheese, fresh chives, dried apricots, flour, baking powder, salt, butter, eggs, buttermilk, salami

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Such an impressive gift or party dessert. These pops are as aesthetic as they are addicting, with toppings like sprinkles and shredded coconut finishing off the cream cheese infused...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Made with chocolate almond bark, Oreo cookies, cream cheese, white almond bark

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with cream cheese, pumpkin, eggs, evaporated milk, sugar substitute, cinnamon, ground ginger, vanilla extract, ground cloves

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

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

Layered sponge cake doused in rum sauce and vanilla cream, dotted with soaked raisins and topped with fresh whipped cream makes up this show-stopping Hungarian dessert.

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Who knew chocolate buttercream frosting could be so simple yet utterly sophisticated? With cocoa powder, sugar, and a little buttery...


Time:   under 30 minutes

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

Sweet tooth alert: if you're looking for a fun treat, it's time to create your very own homemade candy corn, and we promise it's less scary than it sounds.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with vanilla, butter, instant coffee crystals, milk or cream, cocoa powder, confectioners' sugar


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with butter, sugar, evaporated milk, vanilla extract, pecans

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

A fun way to serve cookies - on a stick! The cookie dough is made simple by starting with a cake mix. Decorate as desired. Great for any occasion.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

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

Another fun holiday garnish idea! Simply melt chocolate and spread on fresh mint leaves. Once the chocolate sets you can remove the mint and they are ready to use.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

A box of spice cake mix makes up the delicious crust of this recipe. And the pumpkin filling is rich and creamy. Truly a decadent fall dessert.

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

This streusel topping can be made ahead of time and kept in the fridge or freezer until ready to use.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with sugar, butter, cream cheese, egg, peppermint extract, all-purpose flour, semisweet chocolate chips

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Made with baking powder, sugar, margarine, confectioners' sugar, all-purpose flour, lemon juice, lemons, eggs

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with powdered sugar, vegetable oil, milk, flour, fresh blueberries, all-purpose flour, baking powder, sugar, salt, egg

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Like pumpkin pie but with a cake mix crust. Melt in your mouth delicious!

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

This simple, sweet cherry sauce pairs wonderfully with roasted meat or game. Serve it on pork chops, ham steaks, roast duck, etc.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with gooseberries, pecans, cheddar cheese, lime gelatin powder, lemon gelatin powder, sugar, water, vinegar, celery


Time:   1-2 hours

Made with apples, cranberries, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, brown sugar, all-purpose flour

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with vegetable oil, white chocolate chips, semisweet chocolate chips, butter, sweetened condensed milk, flour, vanilla extract, chocolate candy kisses

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

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

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours