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85 Easy Dessert Ideas

Looking for something sweet? We've rounded up our top-rated easy dessert ideas, like strawberry pretzel salad and homemade ice cream, from home cooks across the country.

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50 Mother’s Day Cake Recipes

Any mom (or grandma) would be delighted to receive one of these gorgeous Mother's Day cakes. They taste just as...

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50 Spring Cookies to Celebrate Warmer Days

Winter is done and we're ready to embrace all things springtime! These spring cookies include plenty of lemon, berries, zest...

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75 Light Cakes to Make All Spring Long

Sweeten the season with any one of these delicious spring cakes. From layered lemon and orange to roasted strawberry there's...

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Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream

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We don't want to brag, but as far as vanilla ice cream recipes go, this one is the best. And...

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Easy Peanut Butter Fudge

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My sister shared the recipe for this unbelievably easy peanut butter fudge with marshmallow cream. I prefer using creamy peanut...

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Chocolate Cupcakes with Strawberry Filling

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My husband and I got engaged on Valentine’s Day, so the holiday is extra special in our house. Each year...

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Brandy Alexander Cheesecake

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My husband and I really enjoy a good brandy Alexander, so I thought it would be fun to create a...

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Halva-Caramel Alfajores (Caramel Filled Sandwich Cookies)

A modern twist on a Latin American classic, my delicate butter cookies have an irresistible halvah-caramel center. —Andrea Potischman, Menlo...

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How to Make an English Custard Tart

This creamy custard tart is steeped in British culinary history and it tastes marvelous too. Simply dust the top with...

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How to Make Pecan Pie Brownies for the Ultimate Last-Minute Thanksgiving Dessert

This mash-up of chocolaty brownies and a gooey pecan topping is irresistible!

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How to Make Canadian Butter Tarts

Our step-by-step guide will show you how to make an iconic Canadian treat: butter tarts.

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How to Make a Traditional Bakewell Tart

A Bakewell tart is an almond-and-jam-based pastry that's simple in looks but rich in flavor. Beginner bakers and professionals alike...

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How to Make a Pear Tarte Tatin

Move over apples, because pear tarte tatin is having a moment.

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How to Make Homemade Sugar Doughnuts

A breakfast classic! Our recipe for homemade sugar doughnuts will have you frying up rounds like a pro.

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I Made Ina Garten’s Apple Pie Bars and I Like Them Even More Than Apple Pie

This recipe is easier than apple pie, too!

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I Made Giada De Laurentiis’ Viral Lemon Ricotta Cookies, and They’re Heavenly

These soft-baked lemon ricotta cookies by Giada De Laurentiis are the perfect treat when you're craving something lemony and sweet.

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How to Make Pumpkin Spice Cinnamon Rolls from Scratch

pumpkin spice cinnamon rolls > PSL

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We Made Giada De Laurentiis’ Tiramisu, and We Can’t Believe How Easy It Rea...

Anyone who loves coffee will love Giada's take on this traditional Italian dessert. Tiramisu is cool, creamy and a cinch...

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This Is the Infamous S’mores Dip That Took Over the Internet Last Fall

Grab a box of graham crackers, stat!

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Raspberry Ricotta Mug Cake

Who wouldn't want to dig in to a personal cake? Mug cakes are such a fun, casual treat, and you...

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Raspberry-White Chocolate Lava Cakes

There is something so magical about a warm, luscious lava cake. Cutting into it and seeing the warm chocolate come...

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Trader Joe’s Just Brought Back a Beloved Fall Dessert and People Are Freaking Out

If you have never tried the Trader Joe's pumpkin kringle, now is the time! Hurry, because this limited seasonal offering...

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How to Make Red Velvet Brownies with Cream Cheese Frosting

The secret to fudgy red velvet brownies? A box of red velvet cake mix—and a rest in the refrigerator.

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Pumpkin S’mores Cookies Are the Perfect Mash-Up Dessert for Fall

These soft-baked pumpkin s'mores cookies are the perfect combination of summer campfires and fall harvest.

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Eggnog Truffles

I found this recipe in a grocery store handout. I tweaked the ingredients to create a stronger flavor and everyone...

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How to Make the Viral (and Simple!) Frozen Fruit Shaved Ice

This simple recipe for frozen fruit shaved ice is the summer treat we've all been waiting for.

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This Mango Delight Recipe Is a No-Bake Summer Stunner

Mango delight is an easy, fruity no-bake dessert that will transport you to the tropics.

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How to Make Easy S’mores in Your Air Fryer

You can have air-fryer s'mores ready in two minutes!

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We Can’t Get Enough of These Upside Down Puff Pastries Going Viral Right Now

These upside-down puff pastry tarts are as delectable as they are easy to make.

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We Are Drooling Over These Viral Chocolate Strawberry Yogurt Clusters

These sweet treats are being called the "snack of the summer"!

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FAQs

What are the 9 common desserts? ›

There are a wide variety of desserts in western cultures, including cakes, cookies, biscuits, gelatins, pastries, ice creams, pies, puddings, and candies. Fruit is also commonly found in dessert courses because of its natural sweetness.

What is the best dessert to be served after having a heavy meal? ›

A light and fruity dessert is one of the best desserts to eat after dinner, especially if you have had a heavy meal. A fresh cream and pineapple cake, for instance, will bring respite from the richest of meals, be it an Italian feast or a Mughlai indulgence.

Which is the most popular dessert in the world? ›

Most famous desserts around the world
  • USA - Chocolate chip cookies. Chocolate chip cookies are probably the most iconic American dessert. ...
  • France - Crème Brûlée. ...
  • Turkey/Middle East - Baklava. ...
  • Italy - Tiramisù ...
  • Netherlands - Tompouce. ...
  • Romania/Moldavia - Papanași. ...
  • Spain - Churros.

What is the best tasting dessert? ›

25 Best Desserts in the World
  • Mochi ice cream.
  • Flan.
  • New York cheesecake.
  • Dulce de leche ice cream.
  • Lamingtons.
  • Cendol.
  • Key lime pie.
  • Bingsu.
Nov 8, 2023

What is America's most favorite dessert? ›

Ice cream is America's favorite dessert and is a key driver of the frozen food category.

What is the most liked sweet in the world? ›

  • Baklava. ...
  • Crème Brûlée. ...
  • Panna Cotta. ...
  • Cheesecake. ...
  • Mochi. ...
  • Flan. ...
  • Gulab Jamun. ...
  • Churros. Popular in Spain and many Latin American countries, this fried dough pastry is frequently served with chocolate dipping sauce.
Mar 31, 2023

Where is the oldest dessert in the world? ›

Ashure (Noah's Pudding) is thought to be the oldest dessert in the world, first made by Noah after his fabled landfall at Mt Ararat. It is a delightful mix of dried fruit, nuts, grains and beans (yes, beans!) made in Turkey and all over the Middle East.

What is the simple dessert and one of the best? ›

The simplest dessert and one of the best are fruits because they are nutritious, appetizing, and easy to prepare and serve.

What are the 3 major types of desserts? ›

Dessert Categories
  • Cakes are sweet and tender bread made from flour and sugar. ...
  • Small cakes and pastries have become popular, especially cupcakes, cookies, and biscuits. ...
  • Confection, more commonly known as candy or sweets, is made from sugar heated into crystals.

What are the 5 main frozen desserts? ›

In this article, we will go over the different types of frozen desserts your Spaceman machine can produce and the differences between them all.
  • Soft Serve Ice Cream. To start off with the most obvious of them all, our machines are meant to produce soft serve. ...
  • Milkshakes. ...
  • Frozen Yogurt. ...
  • Gelato. ...
  • Sorbet. ...
  • Frozen Custard.
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What is usually on a dessert menu? ›

  • Chocolate. The chocolate dessert is probably the most popular one at any restaurant. ...
  • Citrus. Many people who aren't chocolate lovers tend to be fans of citrus. ...
  • Coffee. Tiramisu is a modern classic made with coffee. ...
  • Custard (or cheesecake) ...
  • Caramel. ...
  • Other principles to consider. ...
  • Designing a dessert.

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