Desserts

Layers of chocolate chips, nuts, and coconut are baked into these gooey dessert bars.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with 7-up, butter, shortening, sugar, vanilla extract, almond extract, eggs, all-purpose flour, salt

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

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

Think spring with this fruity pie made with fresh strawberries and an easy from-scratch crust.

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

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

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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

Bet you wouldn't guess how easy it is to make pop tarts at home. Here's a three ingredient recipe for simple fruit flavored pop-tarts, but by all means get creative and invent your...

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

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

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

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

Method:   microwave, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Give your sweet treats a luxurious upgrade with this homemade caramel sauce. In just a few easy steps, you'll have a golden, buttery sauce. Drizzle it on and take your sweet treats to...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

A tasty American chocolate buttercream frosting made with butter, cocoa powder, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract.


Time:   under 30 minutes

This recipe features a unique chocolate bottom, creamy coconut filling, and a garnish of whipped cream and toasted coconut. No fancy jargon...

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Cinnamon apple lasagna is such a fun idea. This lasagna goes full on dessert mode with cream cheese, apples, whipped cream, and chopped pecans.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with shortening, sugar, eggs, lemon extract, all-purpose flour, 7-UP, crushed-pineapple, butter

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

A chewy cookie packed with chopped dates and raisins and a hint of cinnamon.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Adding a twist to your usual pancake or waffle breakfast can be as simple as this syrup recipe. Use your favorite gelatin flavors for a different syrup each time.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Blueberry cream scones are delicious pastries perfect for any occasion. They are made with fresh blueberries and yield a light, fluffy scone that is packed with flavor.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Butter, sugar, flour...if you think you can't bake desserts, this shortbread is here to prove you wrong. It's a great base recipe to turn into all sorts of shortbread flavors or...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Frosting off the shelf can't compete with this stuff. Scratch-made is the way to go. An ideal icing for all sorts of cupcakes, pastries, and spoonfuls.


Time:   under 30 minutes

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

This creamy, cinnamon-spiced Cuban treat is a great one to have in your repertoire. It's easy to cook big batches ahead of time, so there's no stressing when it's...


Time:   1-2 hours

A classic and elegant buttercream icing that will make your cakes and cupcakes look like they came straight from a five-star bakery.


Time:   30-60 minutes

What's better than these famous bakery brownies? Hmmm, maybe making them at home and serving with ice cream.

Method:   microwave, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Looking for a sweet treat that's also healthy? These applesauce oatmeal cookies are fat-free and loaded with rolled oats and raisins for a chewy delight.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

These Vietnamese banana slices are batter-fried for a crispy exterior and finished off in a flaming pan of rum. Is it even necessary to mention they're amazing with a scoop of...

Method:   deep fryer, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with sugar, cornstarch, bananas, eggs, lemon juice, salt, ground cinnamon, sour cream

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   over 5 hours

Made with confectioners' sugar, chopped pecans, shredded coconut, cinnamon swirl cake mix, cinnamon, margarine, cream cheese

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

This icing is perfect for decorating cakes and cupcakes, or just eating straight off the spoon. This recipe will quickly become your go-to whenever you need a delicious chocolate...


Time:   under 30 minutes

This recipe brings together light brown sugar, heavy whipping cream, and butter to create a smooth, rich caramel frosting. A delicious way to bring a touch of sweetness to...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Peaches are topped with a sweet cream cheese mixture and sprinkled with cake mix to create a unique cobbler-style dessert.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Cheese stuffed potato fritters are the perfect snack or appetizer. They are crispy on the outside and full of cheesy goodness on the inside.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

There's nothing quite like an authentic Pennsylvania Dutch shoo fly pie. This classic dessert is made with a rich molasses filling and topped with a buttery...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

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

Made with almonds, pecans or walnuts, butter, confectioners' sugar, egg yolks, vanilla extract, almond extract, cognac or brandy, baking powder, flour

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Whether you love making everything from scratch or just want to impress some ice cream-loving friends, this homemade ice cream cone recipe has your back.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

A fluffy layer of cream cheese is topped with sweet, cherry pie filling in a graham cracker crust.


Time:   2-5 hours

Made with salt, water, pork lard, lard, cinnamon, allspice, demerara sugar


Time:   2-5 hours

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

This flavor is often overlooked in favor of more traditional options like chocolate or vanilla, but that's a mistake. Watermelon ice cream is light, fruity, and downright...


Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with salt, coconut, powdered sugar, eggs

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

If you like peach pie, you'll love this ice cream! A wonderful mixture of peaches, brown sugar, and cream are frozen into a delightful treat.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Ready for a fun kitchen project? These copycat Oreo cookies from cake mix are a great way to channel your inner baker while keeping it simple and delicious.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

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

With a light cherry flavor and pretty pink color, this creamy boiled frosting works well on both cakes and cupcakes.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Brighten up your favorite treats with homemade Jell-O flavored syrups. This simple recipe offers a fun and colorful way to enhance pancakes, waffles, or ice cream.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with cinnamon, raisins, water, shortening, egg, brown sugar, vanilla extract, all-purpose flour, oats, baking soda

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

These easy crepes suzette are lower in fat and calories than the traditional version. They are made with low fat milk and egg substitute and topped with a sweet orange...

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

If you want to take a trip to Georgia on the cheap, just close your eyes and have a bite of peach strudel.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

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

Crisp lemon biscotti with a light lemon glaze.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours