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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 low-carb chocolate cupcakes with creamy frosting

Low-Carb Chocolate Cupcakes with Creamy Frosting

Say hello to your new favorite treat - low-carb chocolate cupcakes that bring all the flavor with none of the regrets.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for candied kumquats

Candied Kumquats

Made with sugar, kumquats, water

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for libby's famous pumpkin pie

Libby's Famous Pumpkin Pie

Made with pie shell, evaporated milk, eggs, pumpkin, sugar, salt, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, ground cloves

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for cookies on a stick

Cookies on a Stick

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

recipe for candy bar rice krispy squares

Candy Bar Rice Krispy Squares

Made with caramel coated candy bars, rice krispies, butter, milk chocolate chips, nuts

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

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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 creamy chocolate spread

Creamy Chocolate Spread

No shortage of uses for this delicious spread, and it's easy enough to make with kids. Throw it on toast, throw it on pancakes, throw it straight on a spoon.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for black sesame ice cream

Black Sesame Ice Cream

Made with black sesame seeds, milk, cream, simple syrup, sugar, egg yolk

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for holiday sugar cookies

Holiday Sugar Cookies

Get ready to enjoy some delightful holiday sugar cookies that are both easy to make and endlessly customizable.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for crepes suzette

Crepes Suzette

Holy crepe, these are good! Classic, thin crepes pair amazingly with a zesty orange sauce. Don't skip the flambe, it helps develop the rich flavors of the sauce.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for rainbow sherbet pie

Rainbow Sherbet Pie

This rainbow sherbet pie has a layer of sherbet topped with fluffy whipped cream in a crisp graham cracker crust. Easy to assemble and freeze. Perfect for summer gatherings or a...


Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for tulip cookie shells

Tulip Cookie Shells

Made with ice cream, sherbet, or fresh fruit, vanilla extract, egg whites, sugar, all-purpose flour, unsalted butter, water

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for peppermint candy

Peppermint Candy

Made with red food coloring, peppermint extract, confectioners' sugar, corn syrup, water

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for ice cream sandwiches

Ice Cream Sandwiches

Rich ice cream in your favorite flavor is sandwiched between homemade soft, cakey chocolate cookies.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for apricot-pecan cookies

Apricot-Pecan Cookies

Lightly spiced cookies made with dried apricots and garnished with a pecan half.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for low carb praline pumpkin pie

Low Carb Praline Pumpkin Pie

Made with butter, pecans, salt, ground cinnamon, pumpkin pie filling, sugar substitute, pumpkin pie spice

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for red, white, and blue 4th of july trifle

Red, White, And Blue 4th of July Trifle

An easy layered dessert that everyone will love for the 4th of July!


Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for no-bake pumpkin cheesecake

No-Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake

Made with graham cracker crust, cream cheese, pumpkin, sugar, pumpkin pie spice, whipped topping


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for maple cherry sauce

Maple Cherry Sauce

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

recipe for cranberry orange biscotti

Cranberry Orange Biscotti

Made with sugar, brown sugar, margarine or butter, orange peel, eggs, all-purpose flour, baking powder, dried cranberries, almonds

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for apple blossom pie

Apple Blossom Pie

Freshly sliced apples cooked until tender and mixed with spices create a warm blend inside a crisp pie crust. A simple recipe for a homemade dessert that can be served right out of...

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 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 spiced coffee caramel frosting

Spiced Coffee Caramel Frosting

This coffee caramel frosting is a delicious way to top your favorite cakes and cupcakes. The rich flavor of the espresso and cinnamon make this frosting perfect for any...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for fudgy bonbons

Fudgy Bonbons

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

recipe for cardamom coconut macaroons

Cardamom Coconut Macaroons

Cardamom adds a warm, aromatic flavor to these easy-to-make sweet treats.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for chewy pecan cookies

Chewy Pecan Cookies

These aren't just any cookies; they're chewy pecan masterpieces. Packed with oats, raisins, and a kick of spices, they're a rebel in cookie form.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for vanilla doughnuts

Vanilla Doughnuts

Even a bad doughnut (is there such a thing?) is pretty irresistible, let alone this vanilla variety. This recipe leaves the topping all up to you. So many options, so many doughnuts...


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for butter pecan cake

Butter Pecan Cake

This delicious cake is made from scratch (not from a mix) and topped with a creamy butter pecan frosting.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for new york, new york brownies

New York, New York Brownies

These brownies have very little flour in them, making them deliciously rich and dense.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for funnel cakes

Funnel Cakes

Made with egg, milk, sugar, flour, salt, baking powder

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for pumpkin cheesecake with bourbon sour cream topping

Pumpkin Cheesecake With Bourbon Sour Cream Topping

Mix a classic favorite with something a little unexpected, and you've got yourself a show-stopping dessert. This pumpkin cheesecake, complete with...

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for chocolate fruit kabobs

Chocolate Fruit Kabobs

To create these tasty treats, all you need to do is dip fruit in melted chocolate, and then skewer them onto wooden skewers for a fun and easy way to enjoy your favorite fruits.

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for church window candy

Church Window Candy

Made with walnuts or pecans, semisweet chocolate chips, butter or margarine, miniature marshmallows

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for two crust raisin pie

Two Crust Raisin Pie

Made with double-crust pie pastry, raisins, water, corn syrup, cornstarch, salt

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for southern fresh peach skillet pie

Southern Fresh Peach Skillet Pie

Made with flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, shortening, milk, peaches

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for dulce de leche ice cream nachos with red hot honey

Dulce De Leche Ice Cream Nachos With Red Hot Honey

Made with cocoa powder, dulce de leche ice cream, nonstick cooking spray, honey, ground red chiles, ground cinnamon, sugar, flour tortillas

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for crackling frosted grapes

Crackling Frosted Grapes

Made with egg white, seedless grapes, sugar


Time:   2-5 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 red white and blue strawberry appetizer

Red White And Blue Strawberry Appetizer

Made with fresh strawberries, fresh blueberries, yogurt


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for krumkake

Krumkake

Made with salt, eggs, butter, sugar, flour, half-and-half, vanilla extract


Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for elf belly buttons

Elf Belly Buttons

Vibrant cookies using a simple mixture of shortening and flavored gelatin. Roll them in granulated sugar for a sweet, textured finish, and top with your choice of red hot cinnamon or...

Method:   oven
Time:   over 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 olive oil vanilla ice cream

Olive Oil Vanilla Ice Cream

Olive oil ice cream may sound a little strange but you're in for a rich, creamy, and surprising treat.

Method:   stovetop
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 oreo cheesecake

Oreo Cheesecake

Made with vanilla extract, Oreo cookies, butter, cream cheese, sweetened condensed milk, eggs

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for daffodil cake (easter dinner cake)

Daffodil Cake (Easter Dinner Cake)

Made with powdered sugar, egg whites, cream of tartar, vanilla extract, salt, sugar, cake flour, baking powder, egg yolks, lemon juice

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for whole wheat pie crust

Whole Wheat Pie Crust

We often think of whole wheat as being more dense than all-purpose flour. But, when it comes to pie crusts, it actually makes a more light and flaky pastry.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for applesauce spice cookies with cinnamon-sugar topping

Applesauce Spice Cookies With Cinnamon-Sugar Topping

Made with margarine, sugar, applesauce, vanilla extract, egg, whole wheat flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, baking powder

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for pineapple fudge

Pineapple Fudge

Think fudge is just for chocolate lovers? Think again. This pineapple fudge gives a refreshing tropical twist that's sure to impress.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for caramel cream praline apple pie

Caramel Cream Praline Apple Pie

Made with baking powder, oil, apples, flour or cornstarch, butter, brown sugar, heavy sweet cream, pecans

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours





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