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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 amana ox yoke rhubarb custard pie

Amana Ox Yoke Rhubarb Custard Pie

Rhubarb is the star of this custard pie, which has a pleasantly short ingredient list, so you'll want it at its in-season best.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for authentic pennsylvania dutch shoo fly pie

Authentic Pennsylvania Dutch Shoo Fly Pie

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

recipe for wiltshire lardy cake

Wiltshire Lardy Cake

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


Time:   2-5 hours


recipe for root beer pie

Root Beer Pie

A must for root beer lovers. Pecans make a great pairing with the root beer flavor, and the brown sugar-sweetened filling is a bit like pecan pie.

Method:   stovetop, oven
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

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recipe for cherry delight pie

Cherry Delight Pie

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


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for ice cream pudding

Ice Cream Pudding

Why haven't we been making pudding this way all along? Adding ice cream to to pudding yields an extra creamy and rich flavor.


Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for easy three-ingredient peanut butter fudge

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


recipe for homemade chocolate covered cherries

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

recipe for easy no bake sour cream cheesecake

Easy No Bake Sour Cream Cheesecake

Made with strawberries, graham cracker pie crust, cream cheese, sugar, sour cream, vanilla extract, whipped topping


Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for easy coconut rice pudding

Easy Coconut Rice Pudding

Never given rice pudding a shot? It's tough to go wrong with coconut milk, so this super simple recipe is a perfect way to try it out.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for mexican vanilla ice cream

Mexican Vanilla Ice Cream

Break out the ice cream maker! Made with real vanilla beans and fresh ground cinnamon, this Mexican ice cream is full of robust flavors.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 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 cinnamon crumb cake

Cinnamon Crumb Cake

Cinnamon crumb cake = cinnamon yum cake! Yogurt helps keep the cake moist in this recipe and works beautifully to compliment the crispy, cinnamon crust.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for chocolate marshmallow sauce

Chocolate Marshmallow Sauce

This rich and creamy chocolate marshmallow sauce is amazing over a couple of scoops of ice cream. It's equally delicious over cake, brownies, waffles, pancakes, etc.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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 valentine sugar cookies

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


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 the perfect chocolate chip cookie

The Perfect Chocolate Chip Cookie

What's your favorite type of cookie? Thin and crispy? Soft and cake-like? This recipe helps you get the perfect chocolate chip cookie every time.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for tea reduction

Tea Reduction

Tea reductions are used as a flavoring syrup in cooking, baking, and mixology to add a rich tea flavor to dishes, desserts, and cocktails.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for peanut butter cream-filled cookies

Peanut Butter Cream-Filled Cookies

You've had peanut butter cookies, but have you had peanut butter filled cookies? These delectable oatmeal cookies filled with a sweet peanut cream need only be served...

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for rich doughnuts

Rich Doughnuts

Have rich, homemade cake-like donuts in minutes with this easy recipe.

Method:   stovetop, deep fryer
Time:   30-60 minutes

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 applebee's peanut butter cup cheesecake

Applebee's Peanut Butter Cup Cheesecake

Made with salt, cream cheese, brown sugar, peanut butter, vanilla extract, eggs, whipping cream, peanut butter cups

Method:   microwave, oven
Time:   over 5 hours

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 vanilla pudding mix

Vanilla Pudding Mix

If you're ever in a pinch for pudding mix, it's easier to whip up than you think. Household staples like dry milk, cornstarch, and sugar are all you really need.


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for chocolate whipped cream frosting

Chocolate Whipped Cream Frosting

Need a quick frosting? This recipe is basically just whipped cream with some added flavoring of sugar, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract. Needs to be kept chilled to...


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for lemon scones

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

recipe for chocolate malted creme brulee

Chocolate Malted Creme Brulee

If you're gonna make creme brulee, you should do it right. Right means whole vanilla bean, an eggy custard, chocolate, and malt powder for an extra-decadent dessert.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for chevre-cherry bonbons

Chevre-Cherry Bonbons

Standard chocolate covered cherries are no slouch, but adding in creamy chevre makes these bonbons sinfully good.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for easy-bake oven rice krispies treats

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

recipe for basic chocolate sugar cookies

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


recipe for wondra pie crust

Wondra Pie Crust

Wondra flour is a light, quick-mixing flour that helps make a perfectly flaky pie crust every time.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for bourbon sauce

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

recipe for baker's one bowl death by chocolate cookie

Baker's One Bowl Death By Chocolate Cookie

Made with chopped nuts, semisweet baking chocolate, brown sugar, butter or margarine, vanilla extract, eggs, flour, baking powder

Method:   microwave, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for buttercream frosting

Buttercream Frosting

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


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for key lime pie with cashew graham cracker crust

Key Lime Pie with Cashew Graham Cracker Crust

Satisfy your sweet cravings with this delicious recipe for key lime pie. Made with a homemade cashew-based crust and a tangy key lime filling, this recipe...


Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for butternut squash creme brulee

Butternut Squash Creme Brulee

Made with sugar, butternut squash, vanilla extract, heavy cream, half and half, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, ground ginger, egg yolks

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for whipped semi-sweet chocolate frosting

Whipped Semi-Sweet Chocolate Frosting

Made with vanilla extract, semisweet baking chocolate, whipping cream, confectioners' sugar, butter

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for slow cooker pineapple upside down pound cake

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

recipe for 60 second chocolate mousse

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


recipe for old fashioned jumbo sugar cookies

Old Fashioned Jumbo Sugar Cookies

There's nothing quite like a sugar cookie. And there's nothing quite like an old-fashioned sugar cookie. These fat, fluffy cookies are perfect for any occasion.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for traditional new york style cheesecake with sour cream topping

Traditional New York Style Cheesecake With Sour Cream Topping

An easy and authentic New York style cheesecake that baked in a springform pan with a homemade layered crust and covered with a sweet sour...

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for maple buttercream frosting

Maple Buttercream Frosting

The sweet maple-walnut frosting is sensational with all sorts of confection. Yellow cake, chocolate cupcakes, spiced holiday cakes, the list goes on.


Time:   under 30 minutes


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 chocolate marshmallow squares

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

recipe for cream cheese and sour cream frosting

Cream Cheese And Sour Cream Frosting

This frosting brings together the tang of cream cheese and sour cream with the richness of butter for a creamy, spreadable delight that complements a variety of...


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for white chocolate macadamia nut cookies

White Chocolate Macadamia Nut Cookies

A soft cookie with crisp edges that's loaded up with white chocolate chips and chopped macadamia nuts.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for cherry delight

Cherry Delight

A pecan crust is covered with a sweet cream cheese layer that is softly contrasted with a tart cherry pie filling topping.

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for soft peanut brittle

Soft Peanut Brittle

Peanut brittle is a classic Christmas candy treat.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes





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