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Time: under 30 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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Coffee-Cream Cheese Frosting
Pie Crust Mix
Save some prep time with this pie crust mix. Flour, salt, and shortening are mixed together ahead of time (and can be frozen) to help make your pie baking a breeze.
Time: under 30 minutes
Almost Archway Lemon Cookies
An easy version of the popular Archway brand cookies that uses a lemon cake mix for the base.
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Valentine Sugar Cookies
These sugar cookies use powdered sugar rather than granulated in the dough. The dough is chilled, rolled out, cut into shapes, and sprinkled with red decorator's sugar before...
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Homemade Sugar Free Jello
Enjoy a sugar-free dessert that's simple, satisfying, and great for any occasion. Easy to prepare, this recipe uses unflavored gelatin, Splenda, and Sugar-Free Kool-Aid for a...
Method: stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
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Silken Tofu Whipped Topping
Made with soy milk, almond extract, salt, tofu, sweetener, lemon juice, vanilla extract
Time: under 30 minutes
Easy Orange Bisquick Scones With Raisins
Made with egg, orange juice, Bisquick, orange marmalade, raisins, cinnamon, nutmeg, eggs
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Easy Three-Ingredient Peanut Butter Fudge
This three ingredient peanut butter fudge recipe is nearly foolproof. It only requires a few minutes of hands-on work, and you'll nail it every time.
Method: microwave
Time: 1-2 hours
Homemade Chocolate Covered Cherries
If maraschino cherries are a favorite, trying these chocolate-covered versions with their creamy almond filling will add a nice touch to any occasion.
Method: microwave
Time: over 5 hours
Marzipan Brownies
If you like a dense brownie, you'll love the inclusion of marzipan in the batter. It adds a hint of almond flavor and a creamy, fudge-like texture.
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Palacsinta (Hungarian Crepes)
A variety of crepe, also known as Palatschinke, that is common in Eastern Europe. This version prepares the crepes and filling as usual but finishes them with a sour cream...
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Peanut Butter Honey Oatmeal Cookies
Oatmeal raisin is already a classic, but as usual adding peanut butter makes it even better! Try adding in some extra chopped peanuts for a little added texture.
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
7-Up Layer Cake With Coconut Pineapple Frosting
Made with shortening, sugar, eggs, lemon extract, all-purpose flour, 7-UP, crushed-pineapple, butter
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Blue Ribbon Bread Pudding
Made with torn pieces of French bread, plump raisins, and a creamy custard mixture of eggs, milk, and warm spices, this dessert is both easy to make and absolutely delicious.
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Easy Cherry Crumb Pie
There's just nothing like cherry pie with a crumble on top and a scoop of vanilla ice cream on the side.
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Pecan Molasses Toffee
A divine combination of buttery sweet molasses, crunchy pecans, and semi-sweet chocolate. It's a great treat to make for parties or as an indulgent snack.
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Caramel Walnut Cake Mix Brownies
These brownies are made with a cake mix, so they are super simple to make. They are also packed with flavor, thanks to the addition of a caramel and walnut filling.
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 1-2 hours
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
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
Lemon Scones
What better way to accompany your afternoon tea than with a fresh-baked scone (or six)? Infused with lemon zest, they're excellent with a matching citrus glaze drizzled on top.
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Traditional Fudge In The Microwave
Traditional fudge recipes generally require a lot of time and effort, but this microwave fudge recipe is much easier and just as delicious!
Method: microwave
Time: 30-60 minutes
Egg Custard Pie
Made with salt, vanilla extract, sugar, eggs, pie shells, ground nutmeg, milk, evaporated milk
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Three-Ingredient Heavenly Hash Candy
Made with milk chocolate chips, mixed nuts, marshmallows
Method: stovetop
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
Chocolate Pasta Fruit Sauce
Not your typical pasta dish! Rich chocolate and raspberry, with Grand Marnier mixed into the sauce? Bring it on.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Impossible Rhubarb Pie
The baking mix in the recipe creates a crustless pie-like dessert. If you're a fan of rhubarb, this is one pie that you definitely won't want to miss out on.
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
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
Black Bottom Cupcakes (Or Cake)
Love cheesecake? Love chocolate cake? Now you don't have to pick just one. A chocolate cake layer is topped with a creamy layer of cheesecake, as cupcakes or a Bundt...
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Copycat Red Lobster's Bananas Foster Cheesecake
Made with sugar, cornstarch, bananas, eggs, lemon juice, salt, ground cinnamon, sour cream
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: over 5 hours
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
Easy-Bake Oven Rice Krispies Treats
Skip the stove top method for Rice Krispies treats and let the kids make their own marshmallow cereal bars using the Hasbro Easy-Bake Oven.
Time: 30-60 minutes
Baked Hot Chocolate
If you've ever dreamt of having hot chocolate as a full-on dessert, don't let your dreams just be dreams. This baked hot chocolate topped with whipped cream makes for a decadent...
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Fannie May Fudge
Who doesn't love fudge? This Fannie May recipe offers you the perfect balance of three types of chocolate, butter, and nuts.
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Microwave Caramel Sauce
Caramel crisis? Solve it in a flash with this microwave method. It's like having a dessert superhero in your kitchen.
Method: microwave
Time: under 30 minutes
Pennsylvania Dutch Pie Crust
This Pennsylvania Dutch pie crust is perfect for holidays and special occasions. The flaky crust pairs wonderfully with a variety of pies, from sweet to savory.
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Baker's Breakfast Cookie
Made with all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, ground cinnamon, canola oil, prune puree, water, egg whites, vanilla extract
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
60 Second Chocolate Mousse
This marvelous mousse is lightning-fast and the technique is brilliant. Easy enough to be a last-minute dessert, decadent enough for any time.
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Caribbean Pineapple Pie
Made with sugar, rum, rum extract, water, all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, margarine or butter, cream cheese
Method: oven
Time: over 5 hours
White Chocolate Strawberry Carousel Cake
This beautiful cake looks like it's a lot of work. But, if you can melt chocolate, you can make this amazing (and delicious) dessert.
Method: stovetop
Time: over 5 hours
Basic Chocolate Sugar Cookies
The light texture of sugar cookies with lots of chocolate flavor. Chill the dough if needed for easier handling.
Method: oven
Time: under 30 minutes
Chocolate Marshmallow Squares
Indulge in a delightful dance of chocolate, peanut butter, and marshmallows with this easy-to-make treat. Perfect for any occasion or just a sneaky sweet craving.
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Butter Glaze
Whip up a batch of this luscious glaze and watch as your desserts go from ordinary to extraordinary. With the right balance of sweetness and buttery richness, this glaze is a must-have for...
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Grandmas Oatmeal Raisin Big Cookies
Made with cinnamon, raisins, water, shortening, egg, brown sugar, vanilla extract, all-purpose flour, oats, baking soda
Method: oven
Time: 30-60 minutes
Turron (Spanish Nougat)
This simple three-ingredient confection is a favorite in Spain around the holidays.
Time: over 5 hours
Shortcut Baklava
If you're in the mood for a sweet treat that's a little less intricate than traditional baklava, you've found your new favorite recipe. This shortcut will have you indulging with...
Method: oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Panera Bread Butterscotch Bread Pudding With Bourbon And Pecans
Made with powdered sugar, rustic white bread or sourdough bread, pecan pieces, half-and-half, sugar, large eggs, bourbon whiskey, vanilla...
Method: oven, stovetop
Time: 1-2 hours
Blackberry Cabernet Sorbet
Made with lemon juice, sugar, blackberries, Cabernet Sauvignon
Method: stovetop
Time: 2-5 hours
Bourbon Sauce
If you think bourbon sauce sounds decadent, you're right. Upgrade pies, cakes, and ice cream with this sweet, boozy drizzle.
Method: stovetop
Time: under 30 minutes
Fig Newtons
The cookie has a mild, sweet flavor that complements the rich, fruity taste of the fig filling, which is dense and sticky with a complex flavor.
Method: stovetop, oven
Time: 1-2 hours
Slow Cooker Pineapple Upside Down Pound Cake
Get ready to flip for this pineapple upside down pound cake! Made in a crock pot with pound cake mix, this cake is as convenient as it is delicious.
Method: crock pot
Time: 2-5 hours
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