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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 honey bread pudding

Honey Bread Pudding

Sweet simplicity! Bread cubes are baked in a honey-custard sauce. Want to take it up a notch? Use cut up cinnamon rolls instead of bread!

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for classic plain oatmeal cookies

Classic Plain Oatmeal Cookies

Old-fashioned oatmeal cookies, no frills. No raisins, no nuts, nothing fancy, and nothing wrong. Just perfect, classic cookies that'll make the whole house smell...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for easy slow cooker peach cobbler with crunchy oat topping

Easy Slow Cooker Peach Cobbler With Crunchy Oat Topping

Everyone will love this easy peach cobbler dessert with its crunchy oat topping

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for underwood's cafeteria cherry cobbler

Underwood's Cafeteria Cherry Cobbler

This cherry cobbler recipe was always a favorite at Underwood's Cafeteria. It's a southern-style recipe for some good "down home" cooking.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for batter-fried plantain

Batter-Fried Plantain

Fried plantains are one of the best kept secrets of world cuisine! A simple batter is all you need to fry plantain slices to a perfect crisp outside, soft inside balance.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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recipe for libby's quick pumpkin pudding

Libby's Quick Pumpkin Pudding

A simple last minute dessert idea for Thanksgiving. Made with pudding mix, milk or eggnog, canned pumpkin, spice, and whipped topping.


Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for australian sticky date pudding

Australian Sticky Date Pudding

Made with baking soda, sugar, eggs, all-purpose flour, salt, vanilla extract, baking powder, butter, whipping cream

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for slow cooker baked custard

Slow Cooker Baked Custard

The slow cooker is a perfect way to cook custard. It is designed to keep steam in, and that's the key to a creamy custard.

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for chocolate goat milk fudge

Chocolate Goat Milk Fudge

Made with vanilla extract, butter, unsweetened chocolate, goat milk, sugar, light corn syrup

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for basic rice krispie squares

Basic Rice Krispie Squares

Can't beat the classics. Rice Krispie bars are a marshmallowy sweet treat for the kids and a childhood throwback for the adults.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for sourdough doughnuts

Sourdough Doughnuts

This doughnut recipe calls for sourdough starter, so if you're into breadmaking this is the recipe for you. If not, maybe it's time to give it a shot.

Method:   deep fryer
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for north carolina's favorite sweet potato pie

North Carolina's Favorite Sweet Potato Pie

North Carolina is serious about their sweet potato pie. It takes a sprinkling of cinnamon and the addition of vanilla pudding mix to make the perfect pie.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for stewed peaches

Stewed Peaches

Stewed peaches are as simple and lovely as the Southern lifestyle they come from. Serve them hot with some cool vanilla bean ice cream for a real treat.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for copycat chinese buffet style donuts

Copycat Chinese Buffet Style Donuts

Love those deep-fried donuts you get at the Chinese buffet? Well, here ya' go! Super easy to make at home.

Method:   deep fryer, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for copycat ben and jerry's orange cream dream ice cream

Copycat Ben and Jerry's Orange Cream Dream Ice Cream

This orange flavored ice cream is definitely dreamy, Ben and Jerry were spot-on with the name. Try a scoop or two in lemon-lime soda for a fruity...


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for bess truman's ozark pudding

Bess Truman's Ozark Pudding

Ever wanted to taste a piece of history? Bess Truman's Ozark pudding is your ticket to a nostalgic dessert adventure, blending apples, nuts, and just the right amount of...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for cake doughnuts

Cake Doughnuts

Cake doughnuts are non-yeasted doughnuts. They are made with a cake-like batter that is deep-fried, forming a sweet dessert that can be served plain, frosted, or coated with powdered...

Method:   deep fryer
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for chocolate coffee tiramisu

Chocolate Coffee Tiramisu

Obviously you're gonna make this tiramisu, the only question is whether or not to share it. A one-two punch of brewed coffee and coffee liqueur makes this one marvelous mocha...


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for copycat gottlieb's chocolate chewies

Copycat Gottlieb's Chocolate Chewies

Made with powdered sugar, cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, egg whites, pecans

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for mincemeat cookie bars

Mincemeat Cookie Bars

Made with mincemeat, vanilla extract, flour, rolled oats, baking powder, salt, butter, light brown sugar

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for cream cheese mints in candy molds

Cream Cheese Mints In Candy Molds

Get ready to sweeten up any occasion with these delightful cream cheese mints. They're as fun to make as they are to eat, and you can customize them to match any mood...


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for butterscotch frosting

Butterscotch Frosting

This cooked frosting has just the right amount of butterscotch flavor to complement your favorite cake or cupcakes.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for cool whip cheesecakes

Cool Whip Cheesecakes

Easiest cheesecake ever. Cream cheese, Cool Whip, and sugar combine to make the creamy, no-bake filling. Top away with pie filling, fresh fruit, or other toppings as desired.


Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for cool 'n easy lemon jello pie

Cool 'n Easy Lemon Jello Pie

This easy pie is cool and refreshing and can be made with other gelatin fruit flavors for fun varieties.


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for copycat outback orange marmalade sauce

Copycat Outback Orange Marmalade Sauce

This recipe is for a copycat version of the popular Outback Steakhouse orange marmalade sauce. Made with just four simple ingredients, this sauce is perfect for...


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for creamy cool whip chocolate pie

Creamy Cool Whip Chocolate Pie

This fluffy chocolate pie is always a crowd-pleaser. You can also use low-fat and/or sugar-free ingredients to make this a less guilty indulgence.


Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for fat free oatmeal raisin cookies

Fat Free Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

Delicious cookies without the guilt. Go ahead, have another one!

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for almond bark rice krispies with peanut butter and marshmallows

Almond Bark Rice Krispies With Peanut Butter And Marshmallows

Get ready to meet the snack of your dreams: Almond Bark Rice Krispies with all the good stuff. Peanut butter and marshmallows included...

Method:   microwave
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for chocolate peanut butter pie with rice krispies crust

Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie With Rice Krispies Crust

A slice of this peanut butter and chocolate pudding pie is decadent enough that you won't even notice you're skipping out on all those calories.


Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for easy strawberry-rhubarb pie

Easy Strawberry-Rhubarb Pie

Tart rhubarb is a perfect match for sweet, juicy strawberries in this delicious pie. Fresh. From scratch. And super easy. Can't beat that!

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for copycat cheesecake factory's carrot cake cheesecake

Copycat Cheesecake Factory's Carrot Cake Cheesecake

Made with vegetable oil, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, pineapple, carrots, coconut

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for copycat archway soft sugar cookies

Copycat Archway Soft Sugar Cookies

Recreate the classic Archway soft sugar cookies at home with this easy-to-follow copycat recipe. Made with simple ingredients and a hint of nutmeg, these cookies are...

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for basic cheesecake graham cracker crust

Basic Cheesecake Graham Cracker Crust

Save this recipe for your holiday baking needs! This graham cracker crumb crust recipe works with both cheesecakes and pies (plus it has some flavor variations...


Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for peach dessert for 100

Peach Dessert for 100

When it comes to feeding a large group, you can't go wrong with a peach cobbler. This simplified version is easy to make and can feed a hundred people with ease.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for copycat ben & jerry's coconut ice cream

Copycat Ben & Jerry's Coconut Ice Cream

A dozen recipes in one. Three different ice cream base options, with scrumptious variations like coconut rum or chocolate chip. Fire up the ice cream maker...


Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for candied violets

Candied Violets

Cakes, pastries and yogurt parfaits will look instagram-ready and beyond with these edible candied flowers.


Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for microwave candied citrus peels

Microwave Candied Citrus Peels

This microwave recipe is a quick and convenient way to create sweet, candied citrus peels. In just under an hour, you can transform ordinary navel orange or lemon peels...

Method:   microwave
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for delia smith's home-made scottish butter shortbread

Delia Smith's Home-Made Scottish Butter Shortbread

If cookies had royalty, butter shortbread would be king. This recipe from Delia Smith is the shortcut to your own royal tea time.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for baker's chocolate brownies

Baker's Chocolate Brownies

Classic rich and chewy brownies. Recipe can easily be doubled and leftovers freeze great.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for basic plain sugar cookies

Basic Plain Sugar Cookies

A classic for a reason. These picture perfect sugar cookies are ready in no time, simple enough to bake with kids, and made with ingredients you'll already have on hand.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for chocolate pudding french silk pie

Chocolate Pudding French Silk Pie

Come for the fancy chocolate shavings, stay for the creamy chocolate filling. The pudding mix in this recipe is a great back-pocket hack for an easy, breezy French...


Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for poundcake bread pudding

Poundcake Bread Pudding

Made with confectioners' sugar, lemon, frozen wild blueberries, butter, eggs, sugar, whole milk, vanilla extract, salt, poundcake

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for bacardi rum balls

Bacardi Rum Balls

These sweet little bites of rummy goodness make for a great impressive dessert recipe for the holidays. They are perfect for parties or to give as gifts.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for frozen pudding pops

Frozen Pudding Pops

Beat the summer heat with these easy frozen pudding pops. Just mix light cream with your favorite pudding mix, freeze, and enjoy. Try swirling in chocolate sauce for a fancy touch. ...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for rhubarb and sour cherry pie

Rhubarb And Sour Cherry Pie

This rhubarb and sour cherry pie is a must-try. Combining the tang of rhubarb with the sweetness of cherries, it's great for any occasion. Plus, it's a breeze to whip up in...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for kool-aid frosting

Kool-Aid Frosting

An easy way to both tint and flavor a basic powdered sugar frosting. Simply add your favorite flavor/color of Kool-Aid mix and create endless frosting options.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for easy pineapple pie

Easy Pineapple Pie

This delicious pie is not pretentious - it has no fancy ingredients or exotic cook method. It's just a tried and true recipe that makes a perfect pineapple pie, every time.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for angel food doughnuts

Angel Food Doughnuts

Soft, fluffy angel-food shouldn't be limited just to full-out cakes. These scratch-made doughnuts will give you your angel-food fix in a much smaller package.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for karo syrup frosting

Karo Syrup Frosting

Spread love on any occasion when you whip up a batch of this frosting. Make this super, simple, sweet, sensation with egg whites and a splash of vanilla. No butter necessary.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for caramel icing

Caramel Icing

This caramel icing is dangerously quick and easy to make. Four ingredients and minutes later you've got a decadent option for icing doughnuts, topping cupcakes, or licking straight off...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes





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