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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 chocolate covered white chocolate cheesecake

Chocolate Covered White Chocolate Cheesecake

Made with chocolate cookie crumbs, cream cheese, vanilla extract, eggs, white chocolate, heavy cream, butter, sugar

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

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 no-bake pumpkin pie

No-Bake Pumpkin Pie

Baking without the baking? Genius! Combine pumpkin with vanilla pudding and cool whip for a sweet, creamy and absurdly easy filling. The holidays have never been so simple!


Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for old fashioned baked rice pudding

Old Fashioned Baked Rice Pudding

There's nothing quite like a warm, homey bowl of rice pudding. The rich custard base is studded with plump raisins and flavorful cinnamon, making each bite even more...

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for copycat kimo's hula pie

Copycat Kimo's Hula Pie

There's nothing not to like here. Macadamia nuts, ice cream, hot fudge, cool whip... All that in one pie. If you can find some macadamia nut ice cream it really makes a...


Time:   2-5 hours

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recipe for blueberry ricotta ice cream

Blueberry Ricotta Ice Cream

You'd never guess the base for this creamy treat was ricotta and cottage cheese. Along with honey and fresh berries, it makes a scrumptious and healthier summer treat.


Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for cream cheese bars

Cream Cheese Bars

Yellow cake mix forms the crust for the sweet cream cheese layer in these slightly gooey and completely delicious dessert bars.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for impossible rhubarb pie

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


recipe for chocolate spinach brownies

Chocolate Spinach Brownies

Spinach brownies? Don't knock it 'til you try it. The healthy dark greens actually help make some super-moist brownies, and you'll never taste them under the chocolate...

Method:   microwave, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for deep fried oreos

Deep Fried Oreos

Turn Oreo cookies into a warm, crispy treat by dipping them in a batter of pancake mix, milk, and eggs, then deep-frying until golden brown. Serve while hot for best taste.

Method:   deep fryer
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for copycat entenmann's fat-free oatmeal raisin cookies

Copycat Entenmann's Fat-Free Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

Nothing beats milk and cookies for a sweet dose of nostalgia. If you're looking for a fat-free fix, these copycat oatmeal raisin cookies like...

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for fig newtons

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

recipe for caramel brownies

Caramel Brownies

Made with caramels, evaporated milk, German sweet chocolate, butter, eggs, sugar, flour, baking powder, salt, vanilla extract

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for chocolate chip cake with butterscotch filling

Chocolate Chip Cake with Butterscotch Filling

Made with soda, shortening, whole milk, eggs, semisweet chocolate, vanilla extract, walnuts, brown sugar, cornstarch

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for easy chocolate chip scones

Easy Chocolate Chip Scones

These scones are soft, fluffy, and full of chocolate chips that add a delicious sweetness to the overall flavor. They are easy to make with the help of baking mix as an...

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for butter horn cookies

Butter Horn Cookies

Made with sugar, flour, baking powder, salt, butter, active dry yeast, water, eggs, sour cream, vanilla extract

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for golden graham s'mores

Golden Graham S'mores

Made with cereal, vanilla extract, miniature marshmallows, chocolate bars, butter

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for pennsylvania dutch pie crust

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

recipe for amaretto chocolate sauce

Amaretto Chocolate Sauce

Unleash your inner dessert diva with this sinfully delicious amaretto chocolate sauce that will have you feeling like a culinary genius. Trust us, it's so good you'll want to...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for brownies with a surprise

Brownies With A Surprise

Made with peanut butter cups, salt, all-purpose flour, butter, semisweet chocolate, sugar, eggs, vanilla extract

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for applesauce snickerdoodles

Applesauce Snickerdoodles

Made with all-purpose flour, applesauce, shortening, eggs, sugar, honey, brown sugar, ground nutmeg, cream of tartar, baking soda

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for quick puff pastry

Quick Puff Pastry

Your flawless pot pies and pastries won't let you go back to the packaged puff pastry once you make it from scratch. Also freezes well if you want to make an extra big batch.


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for deep dark double-dutch brownies

Deep Dark Double-Dutch Brownies

You can double-up the chocolate in these brownies with the optional addition of chocolate chips. Not that they lack any chocolate flavor with the Dutch process cocoa as...

Method:   oven, stovetop, microwave
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for almond fruit bars

Almond Fruit Bars

A spiced almond crumb crust is topped with a layer of fruit jam and a crumbly topping.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for easy peanut butter bonbons

Easy Peanut Butter Bonbons

These tasty peanut butter bonbons are quick and easy, but they're also delicious. They only take a few ingredients and you can whip up a batch in no time.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for food processor ice cream

Food Processor Ice Cream

Made with heavy cream, sugar, frozen whole strawberries


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for buttermilk coconut pie

Buttermilk Coconut Pie

A sweet and creamy classic southern dessert. Buttermilk, coconut, and a hint of vanilla create a delicious custard-like filling for this pie.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for butterscotch marshmallow haystacks

Butterscotch Marshmallow Haystacks

Made with miniature marshmallows, butterscotch chips, peanut butter, chow mein noodles

Method:   microwave, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for copycat john's flaming hearth pumpkin ice cream pie

Copycat John's Flaming Hearth Pumpkin Ice Cream Pie

Made with brown sugar, vanilla ice cream, pie shell, pumpkin, sugar, salt, pumpkin pie spice, heavy cream, whipped cream

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for mini mocha whoopie pies

Mini Mocha Whoopie Pies

These whoopie pies are a little taste of heaven. Mini kahlua cookies are sandwiched with a sweet cream cheese filling.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for panera bread butterscotch bread pudding with bourbon and pecans

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

recipe for buttery butter mints

Buttery Butter Mints

With just a few simple ingredients, you can create these delightful little mints in any flavor or color. So have fun and enjoy making your own batch of buttery butter mints.


Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for marble turtle cheesecake

Marble Turtle Cheesecake

Made with chocolate syrup, chocolate graham cracker crumbs, butter or margarine, cream cheese, sweetened condensed milk, sugar, eggs, lime juice, vanilla extract, semisweet...

Method:   microwave, oven
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for doris' oat bran cookies

Doris' Oat Bran Cookies

With a mix of oats and wheat flour, Doris' oat bran cookies strike a nice balance between chewy and crunchy. Customize them with chocolate chips or raisins for added sweetness.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for jack daniel's pecan pie

Jack Daniel's Pecan Pie

This Jack Daniel's pecan pie takes the beloved Southern staple and gives it a unique spin with the addition of whiskey and chocolate chips.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for black cake (jamaican fruitcake)

Black Cake (Jamaican Fruitcake)

Made with prunes, glace cherries, glace lemon peel, glace orange peel, Passover wine, rum, sugar, water, cake flour, baking powder

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for chocolate peanut butter torte

Chocolate Peanut Butter Torte

Made with water, oil, eggs, cream cheese, peanut butter, butter or margarine, vanilla extract, powdered sugar, frozen whipped topping

Method:   microwave, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for egg custard pie

Egg Custard Pie

Made with salt, vanilla extract, sugar, eggs, pie shells, ground nutmeg, milk, evaporated milk

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for copycat ben & jerry's sweet cream base 2

Copycat Ben & Jerry's Sweet Cream Base 2

Made with half and half, heavy or whipping cream, sugar


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for dolly parton's christmas sugar cookies

Dolly Parton's Christmas Sugar Cookies

The famous country singer has another talent - baking! These simple cut-out cookies are perfect for holiday baking or any occasion.

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for chocolate no-bake cookies

Chocolate No-Bake Cookies

These no-bake oatmeal cookies are loaded with chocolate and peanut butter. Good luck eating just one.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for brandy shortbread

Brandy Shortbread

Made with butter, sugar, brandy, flour, salt

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for vanilla cream-filled eclairs

Vanilla Cream-Filled Eclairs

This recipe for vanilla eclairs is the perfect way to impress your friends and family. The pastry outside contrasts perfectly with the creamy filling and chocolate glaze on...

Method:   oven, stovetop, microwave
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for easy turtle brownies

Easy Turtle Brownies

There's something about turtle brownies that make them irresistible. Perhaps it's the rich chocolate flavor, or the gooeyness of the caramel and pecans.

Method:   microwave, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for old fashioned glazed doughnuts

Old Fashioned Glazed Doughnuts

These popular old fashioned doughnuts are made with a yeast-raised dough that is deep-fried and glazed. Best served warm.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for caribbean pineapple pie

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

recipe for strawberry daiquiri cheesecake

Strawberry Daiquiri Cheesecake

Get the flavor of the popular daiquiri cocktail baked into this creamy dessert.

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for shortcut baklava

Shortcut Baklava

Made with water, pie crust dough, walnuts, sugar, ground cinnamon, honey, lemon juice

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for petit fours, simple-style

Petit Fours, Simple-Style

Petit fours are bite-sized cakes that are decorated. This version simplifies the process by starting with pound cake that is sliced into small pieces which are layered with...

Method:   microwave, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for starlight cupcakes

Starlight Cupcakes

Need a tried-and-true, never-fail cupcake recipe? This recipe is a classic from Betty Crocker that will give you a perfect cupcake every time

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes





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