Foolproof and delicious cookies. You can substitute other add-ins like raisins, flavored chips, or walnuts - just be sure to keep the total add-in amount to 10 cups or less.
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
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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Laura Bush's Cowboy Cookies
Zuger Kirschtorte
Want to impress someone special with a classic touch? Try mastering the Zuger Kirschtorte, featuring airy meringue and a hint of kirsch that create an amazing dessert experience.
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: over 5 hours
Copycat Reese's Peanut Butter Cups
A homemade version of the popular candy. A chocolate candy shell is made with chocolate chips and filled with sweetened peanut butter.
Method: microwave
Time: 1-2 hours
Neiman Marcus Brownies
Check out this recipe for some designer-quality brownies! At only five ingredients, this dessert will be a major crowd pleaser...make sure to grab one for yourself before they're...
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
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
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Copycat Horn & Hardart's Rice Pudding
Made with raisins, milk, salt, sugar, butter, eggs, vanilla extract, rice, cinnamon
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Copycat Duquesne Club Macaroons
Experience the sophisticated charm of macaroons straight from the legendary Duquesne Club. Country club chic is just a mix away.
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
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
Buttermilk Drop Doughnuts
Warning: when you know how easy it is to make these homemade donut holes, you'll start finding every excuse to make them.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Catfish Fritters
Featuring a blend of catfish and spices, these fritters are a creative twist on traditional seafood fare.
Method: deep fryer
Time: 2-5 hours
Hershey's Scrumptious Chocolate Layer Bars
If you're looking to impress your friends (or just satisfy your sweet tooth), these chocolate layer bars might be your new go-to recipe for indulgent...
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 1-2 hours
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
Oyster Fritters
Perfect for a party or fish fry. Serve these tender oyster fritters with your favorite dipping sauces like tartar sauce, ranch dressing, remoulade, or sriracha mayo.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
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
Jim Beam Bourbon Balls
Chocolate and whiskey pair nicely in these bite-sized treats
Time: under 30 minutes
Copycat Carrabba's Chocolate Dream
Copy the popular chocolatey dessert from Carraba's. It's made up of chocolate mousse sandwiched between layers of kahlua soaked brownies. Talk about "Death by...
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
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
Chinese Almond Cookies
Made with red food coloring, flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, shortening, egg, almond extract
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Pashka (Russian Easter Cake)
Pashka is a traditional Russian Easter cake made from whipped cottage cheese, eggs, and candied fruits.
Method: stovetop
Time: over 5 hours
Grandma's Apple Pie
The secret ingredient in Grandma's apple pie is love (and letting the apples sit overnight in a brown sugar and spice mixture).
Method: oven
Time: over 5 hours
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
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
One-Minute Caramel Icing
This recipe is so easy, you'll be able to make it in no time. This one-minute caramel icing is the perfect topping for any cake or cupcake.
Method: stovetop
Time:
Amish Custard Pie
The rich and creamy filling is made with milk, eggs, sugar, flour, and nutmeg, and is baked in a flaky pie shell. A sprinkle of nutmeg adds the perfect finishing touch to this dish.
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Old Fashioned Cream Cheese Fudge
Step back in time with this old fashioned cream cheese fudge. It's a creamy, nutty throwback that proves the best recipes are timeless.
Time: 30-60 minutes
Vanilla Rice Pudding
Rich and creamy, this simple rice pudding made with instant rice and vanilla pudding mix can be served hot or cold.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Cake Mix Biscotti
These chocolatey biscotti are the perfect snack or dessert. Made with a cake mix, they're super easy to make and can be tailored to your favorite flavors.
Method: oven, microwave
Time: 2-5 hours
Delicious No-Bake Banana Pudding
A simple, layered banana pudding dessert that doesn't require an oven or stove. For best results, let it chill for an hour or two before serving.
Time: under 30 minutes
Coconut Tablet
Reinvent the Scottish candy favorite with this coconut tablet, a creamy concoction that infuses the time-honored treat with the exotic essence of coconut.
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Stove Top Soft Custard
This stove top version of custard just takes a few minutes to cook and then it's ready to chill. You can serve it with your favorite fresh fruit or other toppings.
Method: stovetop
Time: 30-60 minutes
Mashed Potato Raised Donuts
You'd never guess that these delectable glazed donuts rely on potatoes for their melt-in-your-mouth texture.
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
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
Copycat Marie Callender's Black Bottom Pie
A simplified copycat of Marie Callender's rich black bottom pie. It's made with two flavors of pudding and with a layer of chocolate pudding in the bottom...
Time: 2-5 hours
Water Fudge
With just a few pantry items like sugar and cocoa powder, this water fudge recipe is a delightful reminder that homemade treats don't have to be complicated.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Marie Osmond's Killer Cheesecake
Made with a buttery graham cracker crust and a smooth and tangy cream cheese filling, Marie Osmond's famous "killer cheesecake" is sure to satisfy your sweet...
Method: oven
Time: 2-5 hours
Famous Dave's Key Lime Pie
A delicious dessert that has a long history originating in the 19th century. Famous Dave's does right by this southern treat with this recipe.
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Impossible Cherry Pie
This cherry pie creates its own crust by starting with a pourable batter and topping it with cherry pie filling and a cinnamon streusel sprinkled over the top.
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Best Butterscotch Brownies Ever
Made with nuts, vanilla extract, brown sugar, butter, eggs, flour, baking powder, salt
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Kahlua Chocolate Chip Cookies
The Kahlua adds a unique flavor to these cookies that makes them stand out from your average chocolate chip cookie. With just a few simple ingredients, you can have these...
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Candied Violets
Cakes, pastries and yogurt parfaits will look instagram-ready and beyond with these edible candied flowers.
Time: over 5 hours
Maida Heatter's Brownies
Known as the "Queen of Desserts", Maida Heatter is famous for her cakes, cookies, and of course, these brownies
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: over 5 hours
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
Amish Peanut Butter Cookies
The Amish have a tradition of simple living and hearty cooking. But don't let that fool you, these peanut butter cookies are deliciously addictive.
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Hershey's Syrup Brownies
The ultimate brownie, made with Hershey's syrup
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Slow Cooker Blueberry Bread Pudding
The bread pudding is moist and rich, with bursts of sweetness from the juicy blueberries. This recipe is perfect for anyone who loves a tasty treat or an indulgent...
Method: crock pot
Time: 2-5 hours
Tootsie Roll Cheesecake
Indulge in the delightful fusion of two classic treats. This dessert combines the nostalgic flavors of Tootsie Rolls with the smooth, creamy texture of cheesecake.
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: over 5 hours
Copycat Bit-O-Honey Candy
A little taste of nostalgia. These copycat Bit-O-Honey candies are easy to make and will satisfy that sweet craving (and give your dentist job security).
Method: microwave
Time: under 30 minutes
Microwave Sticky Toffee Pudding
Get ready to satisfy your sweet tooth with sticky toffee pudding, featuring a rich sponge and a velvety toffee sauce. It's quick to whip up in the microwave, and pairs...
Method: microwave, oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Copycat Luby's Key Lime Pie
A touch of green food coloring gives the pie its signature hue. Topped with sweetened whipped cream, this Key Lime pie is a deliciously tart treat that's sure to impress.
Method: oven
Time: 2-5 hours
7 Up Fresh Strawberry Pie
Lemon-lime soda is the secret ingredient that makes this pie so tasty!
Method: stovetop
Time: over 5 hours
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