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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 russian teacakes

Russian Teacakes

Made with nuts, salt, butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, flour

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for leprechaun pineapple key lime pie

Leprechaun Pineapple Key Lime Pie

Made with graham cracker crust, sweetened condensed milk, Key lime juice, heavy whipping cream, sugar, green food coloring, crushed pineapple


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for healthier hot fudge sauce

Healthier Hot Fudge Sauce

This rich chocolate sauce recipe swaps out a few ingredients for some healthier options.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 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 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

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recipe for caramel-vanilla ice cream

Caramel-Vanilla Ice Cream

Caramel-vanilla ice cream is a delicious and unique flavor combination. The sweet and rich taste of caramel pairs perfectly with the smooth and creamy taste of vanilla.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for lemon gelato

Lemon Gelato

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

recipe for stars and stripes watermelon

Stars And Stripes Watermelon

Made with watermelon, fresh or canned fruit


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for chocolate gingerbread cookies

Chocolate Gingerbread Cookies

A unique treat packed with warm spices, cocoa, and chunks of semisweet chocolate. These cookies offer a wonderful texture, combining the chewiness of gingerbread with the...

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for patriotic cookie pizza

Patriotic Cookie Pizza

Made with apple jelly, blueberries, raspberries, refrigerated sugar cookie dough, cream cheese, powdered sugar, lemon peel

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for pomegranate nut cake

Pomegranate Nut Cake

Made with almonds, eggs, vanilla pudding mix, yellow cake mix, pomegranate juice, pomegranate liqueur, vegetable oil, butter

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for hobo s'mores

Hobo S'mores

Kids and grownups alike will love these s'mores on a stick. Change them up by using different frosting and sprinkles.

Method:   stovetop, microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for gelato al pistacchio (pistachio ice cream)

Gelato Al Pistacchio (Pistachio Ice Cream)

The pistachios give this creamy ice cream a natural green color and nutty flavor. Red pistachios can also be used for a pink-hued ice cream (with the same...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for caramelicious turtle brownies

Caramelicious Turtle Brownies

These caramelicious turtle brownies are the perfect sweet treat. A rich and fudgy brownie is loaded with chocolate chips and pecans, then drizzled with a gooey caramel...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for homemade chocolate ice cream

Homemade Chocolate Ice Cream

Whether you've got an ice cream maker or just some ziptop bags, you can make this rich chocolate ice cream at home. A perfect treat scooped on its own or on top of a warm...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for strawberry and peach ice pops

Strawberry and Peach Ice Pops

Fresh, sweet ice pops are one of the best ways to take advantage of in-season summer fruit. Strawberry peach is a fantastic combination, but pops made from blackberries...


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for white chocolate pistachio cheesecake

White Chocolate Pistachio Cheesecake

Made with chocolate cookie crumbs, butter, cream cheese, sugar, sour cream, almond extract, eggs

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for billionaire pie

Billionaire Pie

Made with graham cracker crusts, pecans, cherry pie filling, sweetened condensed milk, nondairy whipped topping, crushed pineapple


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for berry burst sorbet

Berry Burst Sorbet

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


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 slow cooker creme brulee

Slow Cooker Creme Brulee

Creme brulee in the crock pot? It's actually a great way to cook the custardy dessert. Use a kitchen torch or oven broiler to create the signature sugar crust.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for irish dream pie

Irish Dream Pie

Made with pie crust, chocolate, heavy cream, butter, brewed coffee, vanilla extract, powdered sugar, mascarpone cheese, Irish cream liqueur

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for luscious lime bars

Luscious Lime Bars

Made with butter, lime zest, powdered sugar, kosher salt, eggs, sugar, flour

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 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 american flag pie

American Flag Pie

A patriotic dessert perfect for the Fourth of July or any other patriotic holiday. This pie has a double-crust, with the bottom crust being a traditional pie crust and the top crust...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for pumpkin spice macarons

Pumpkin Spice Macarons

Macarons are French meringue based cookies that are sandwiched together with a sweet filling. This version is made with fall-like pumpkin and spice flavors

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for cranberry sauce whoopie pies

Cranberry Sauce Whoopie Pies

Made with red food coloring, powdered sugar, white cake mix, cranberry sauce, chocolate frosting

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for s'mores stuffed brownies

S'mores Stuffed Brownies

Brownies are baked with s'mores ingredients layered in the middle. Rich and delicious!

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for pumpkin spice cake balls

Pumpkin Spice Cake Balls

There seems to be pumpkin spice everything these days so why not cake balls? Tender pumpkin spice cake mixed with cream cheese frosting and wrapped in a candy coating....

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for colorful christmas macaroons

Colorful Christmas Macaroons

Made with candied cherries, shredded coconut, sugar, flour, salt, egg whites, vanilla or almond extract

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for lemonade cheesecake parfaits

Lemonade Cheesecake Parfaits

A light and delicious summer dessert. The different layers provide distinct textures that make eating this a very palatable experience!

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for pina colada cupcakes from scratch

Pina Colada Cupcakes From Scratch

If you're craving a taste of sunshine, you've hit the jackpot with these pina colada cupcakes. Sweet, fluffy, and oh-so-nostalgic, they'll transport you straight to...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for individual ginger peach cornmeal cobblers

Individual Ginger Peach Cornmeal Cobblers

Fresh peaches are simmered in a ginger syrup then baked in individual ramekins with a cornmeal biscuit topping.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

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 bizcochos (mexican holiday cookies)

Bizcochos (Mexican Holiday Cookies)

Made with lard, sweet wine or any fruit juice, sugar, cinnamon, anise seeds, egg yolks, all-purpose flour

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for duquesne club macaroons

Duquesne Club Macaroons

Made with almond paste, powdered sugar, sugar, egg whites

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for zuccarini

Zuccarini

Made with butter, oil, sugar, eggs, lemon or anise extract, flour, baking powder, salt, water

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for great american peanut butter cookies

Great American Peanut Butter Cookies

Made with all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, butter, creamy peanut butter, brown sugar, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for crustless pecan pie

Crustless Pecan Pie

For some people, it's the crust that matters in a pie. If you're not one of them then we highly recommend this rich, crustless pecan pie.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for kahlua bars

Kahlua Bars

Made with all-purpose flour, baking powder, salt, Kahlua, instant coffee, butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, milk

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for knotty pine restaurant buttered almond cake

Knotty Pine Restaurant Buttered Almond Cake

Made with milk, cornstarch, sugar, salt, egg yolks, almond flavoring

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for hungarian pastry squares

Hungarian Pastry Squares

Made with nuts, raspberry preserves, margarine, sugar, egg yolks, vanilla extract, flour, baking powder, salt, baking soda

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for old mill corn fritters

Old Mill Corn Fritters

Made with baking powder, milk, egg, butter, cream-style corn, self-rising flour, bread flour, sugar

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for cake mix oatmeal cookies

Cake Mix Oatmeal Cookies

Made with pecans, raisins, margarine, butter flavored vegetable shortening, brown sugar, egg, water, yellow cake mix, cinnamon-vanilla spice, quick-cooking oats

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for banana royale

Banana Royale

Made with vanilla ice cream, bananas, brown sugar, butter, half and half, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for queen elizabeth squares

Queen Elizabeth Squares

Made with sugar, egg, flour, baking powder, salt, brown sugar, butter, half and half, nuts

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for michael jackson's sweet potato pie

Michael Jackson's Sweet Potato Pie

Made with eggs, sugar, butter, salt, milk, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, sweet potatoes, lemon or orange juice

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for easy pineapple trifle

Easy Pineapple Trifle

Made with pecans, maraschino cherries, angel food cake, crushed pineapple, vanilla pudding mix, frozen whipped topping, coconut


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for school cafeteria fudge

School Cafeteria Fudge

Made with quick or rolled oats, sugar, milk, butter, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, peanut butter


Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for five-star brownies

Five-Star Brownies

Made with nuts, salt, baking cocoa, eggs, sugar, vanilla extract, butter or margarine, shortening, flour

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours





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