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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 carrot cake cookies

Carrot Cake Cookies

Carrot cake is a beloved American dessert. Carrot cake cookies with cream cheese filling are a delicious way to enjoy this classic flavor combination in a portable, bite-sized...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for diabetic strawberry cheesecake

Diabetic Strawberry Cheesecake

Stay within your dietary restrictions with this low-sugar version strawberry cheesecake with a graham cracker crust.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for 1 minute cake

1 Minute Cake

The famous one minute mug cake! If you are craving a bite of cake this recipe is for you. Just a few ingredients in a mug and one minute in the microwave.

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes


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 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

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recipe for shake and make ice cream

Shake and Make Ice Cream

No ice cream maker? No problem. Shaking a bag of rock salt and ice with sugar, milk, and whatever flavorings or topping you're feeling is a phenomenally fun way to make a sweet...


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for 7-minute lemon icing

7-Minute Lemon Icing

Perfect for a quick dessert or a last-minute icing for a cake. The lemon flavor is light and refreshing, and it pairs well with almost any cake or cupcake.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for amish chocolate chip cookies

Amish Chocolate Chip Cookies

The Amish keep thing simple as is the case with this tried and true chocolate chip cookie recipe. Nothing fancy, just delicious cookies every time.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for easy banana cheesecake

Easy Banana Cheesecake

This yummy banana cheesecake is soft, smooth, and creamy, with a crumbly crust that melts in your mouth. This dessert, which can be made a day in advance, and is the perfect way...

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for vanilla pancake syrup

Vanilla Pancake Syrup

Forget what you know about pancake syrup, because this will change everything. Vanilla extract and cream make a rich sauce that makes pancakes and waffles downright decadent.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for bill clinton's lemon chess pie

Bill Clinton's Lemon Chess Pie

Made with lemons, pie shell, sugar, butter or margarine, eggs, milk, flour, cornmeal, lemon juice

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for jack daniel's upside down double chocolate cheesecake

Jack Daniel's Upside Down Double Chocolate Cheesecake

With a splash of Jack in the cheesecake and in the decadent chocolate ganache, not to mention a layer of walnut-studded brownie batter in between...

Method:   microwave, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for skillet cobbler

Skillet Cobbler

This recipe is for the person who loves Southern food and dessert. The best part of this skillet cobbler is that it can be made in one pan for less cleanup.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for fresh blackberry cobbler

Fresh Blackberry Cobbler

Made with cinnamon, nutmeg, butter or margarine, flour, sugar, baking powder, salt

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for apple butter puff pastry

Apple Butter Puff Pastry

A light and flaky pastry that is perfect for breakfast or as a dessert. Puff pastry squares are filled with apple butter and baked until puffed and golden brown.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for 10 minute never fail microwave peanut brittle

10 Minute Never Fail Microwave Peanut Brittle

Made with baking soda, sugar, corn syrup, peanuts, salt, butter, vanilla extract

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for greek olive oil pie crust

Greek Olive Oil Pie Crust

The perfect combination of flaky and crispy, this crust will be your new go-to for all your pies. Whether you're making a sweet or savory pie, this crust will be sure to...


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 slow cooker oatmeal creme brulee

Slow Cooker Oatmeal Creme Brulee

Experience the comforting warmth of oatmeal combined with the rich, creamy texture of a traditional creme brulee, all prepared effortlessly in your slow cooker.

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for copycat ben & jerry's chocolate ice cream

Copycat Ben & Jerry's Chocolate Ice Cream

Ben & Jerry's has been making ice cream history since 1978. This recipe duplicates their rich and creamy chocolate ice cream.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for chocolatey football bites

Chocolatey Football Bites

There may be no sweeter way to kick off game day. These adorable football-shaped chocolate bites are almost too cute to eat. Almost. They'll be gone before the first points...

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for copycat big boy's strawberry pie

Copycat Big Boy's Strawberry Pie

Have a slice of nostalgia with this classic Big Boy's strawberry pie. Made with fresh strawberries and a delicious gelatin glaze, it's a dessert that never goes out of...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for classic crepes

Classic Crepes

Classic crepes made with an easy blender-mixed batter

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for honey egg custard

Honey Egg Custard

A sweet and creamy dessert that can be served hot or cold. It's rich and delicious and can be served drizzled with honey or topped with fruit.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for mock tiramisu

Mock Tiramisu

Traditional tiramisu is made with ladyfingers and mascarpone. This mock version uses sliced pound cake and Neufchatel cheese to simplify things.


Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for buttermilk chocolate chip scones

Buttermilk Chocolate Chip Scones

Nothing beats a relaxed morning with a cup of coffee, a pastry, and a house that smells like heaven. These scratch-made scones manage to be rich while staying perfectly...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for mini pecan nut cups

Mini Pecan Nut Cups

Who needs a whole pie when you can have these mini pecan nut cups? They're the perfect size for snacking, sharing, or hoarding... we won't judge.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for original toll house cookies

Original Toll House Cookies

You can't go wrong with the original Toll House cookie recipe, it's the gold standard of chocolate chip cookies.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for mamie eisenhower's sugar cookies

Mamie Eisenhower's Sugar Cookies

Create memories with Mamie Eisenhower's classic sugar cookies. This easy-to-follow recipe yields perfectly soft, buttery cookies, ideal for holidays or family...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for southern sweet potato pie

Southern Sweet Potato Pie

As delicious as it is easy, this sweet potato pie is a real taste of the South. Pretty much mix everything together and bake it in a pie shell. The spicing is simple so the...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for fastnachts (potato doughnuts)

Fastnachts (Potato Doughnuts)

Made with confectioners' sugar, eggs, salt, potatoes, milk, shortening, water, yeast, flour, sugar

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for easy do ahead no crust ricotta pie

Easy Do Ahead No Crust Ricotta Pie

Made with sour cream, cream cheese, ricotta cheese, sugar, eggs, lemon, vanilla extract, cornstarch, flour, butter

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for diabetic sweet potato pie

Diabetic Sweet Potato Pie

Made with ground nutmeg, pie crust, sugar substitute, sweet potatoes, eggs, margarine, flour, evaporated milk, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for fat free fudge

Fat Free Fudge

Step aside traditional fudge; there's a new hero in town, and it's delightfully skinny. Satisfy those chocolate cravings without any of the extra baggage.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for mystery bars

Mystery Bars

What's the mystery? Maybe it's that it took you so long to find this recipe--chopped pecans, coconut flakes and vanilla extract mixed into some very tasty bars.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for california cheesecake

California Cheesecake

This flavorful cheesecake uses lower fat ingredients so you can indulge in a sweet treat without the guilt.

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for german spritz cookies

German Spritz Cookies

German spritz cookies are a traditional delicious buttery cookie with a delicate texture. Spritz cookies can be easily made in a cookie press or rolled out and cut with cookie...

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for sugar pie crust

Sugar Pie Crust

This pie shell recipe is on the sweeter side making it ideal for fruit pies

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for yule moon cookies

Yule Moon Cookies

A classic Christmas cookie in the shape of a crescent moon. Sprinkle with powdered sugar or ice with the included recipe for vanilla glaze.

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for 1-2-3-4-5 cake

1-2-3-4-5 Cake

The one cake recipe you'll actually remember for next time. No half tablespoons, no quarter cups, forget all the complicated stuff.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for kentucky derby thoroughbred pie

Kentucky Derby Thoroughbred Pie

Made with water, butter, eggs, sugar, all-purpose flour

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for sanders hot fudge imitation

Sanders Hot Fudge Imitation

Made with sweetened condensed milk, milk chocolate chips, light corn syrup, butter

Method:   stovetop
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 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 applebee's walnut blondie with maple butter sauce

Copycat Applebee's Walnut Blondie With Maple Butter Sauce

Try your hand at making this famous Applebee's blondie recipe at home. A blonde brownie with white chocolate chips is topped with a creamy...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for danish dessert

Danish Dessert

Made with butter or margarine, cream cheese, powdered sugar, whipping cream, Danish Dessert, water, frozen raspberries

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for baci cake

Baci Cake

Sometimes, the best desserts come together with just a few simple ingredients. Baci cake is a charming reminder that you can create magic in the kitchen without overcomplicating things.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for bulk brownie mix

Bulk Brownie Mix

No need to grab a box of brownie mix from the store. Make your own mix which will keep for up to 3 months. Great to have on hand or to give as gifts.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for oatmeal cranberry raisin cookies

Oatmeal Cranberry Raisin Cookies

Picture this: golden-brown cookies bursting with sweet, tangy cranberries and warm spices. Let's whip up a batch of oatmeal cranberry raisin cookies that might just...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for copycat lindy's new york cheesecake

Copycat Lindy's New York Cheesecake

Good cheesecake is pretty much redundant, but this is a REALLY good cheesecake. Citrus peel and vanilla extract add delicious, subtle flavors to a heavenly thick New...

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours





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