Desserts recipes

Cookies, cakes, bars and no-bake sweets for any occasion, from a 5-minute whipped coffee to a layered ice cream cake. Cookie recipes are the largest group here, including chewy peanut butter, brown butter chocolate chip, glazed Italian lemon and soft sugar cookies, and many take well under an hour. For cakes, try orange pound cake, Boston cream pie cupcakes, dulce de leche cake or a fig cake with almonds or pecans. Need to skip the oven?

No-bake options include dirt pudding, Oreo chocolate balls and chocolate-dipped Rice Krispy treats. Fruit-forward picks include chocolate-covered strawberries, slow cooker applesauce and fig jam. Check the time and the serving count at the top of each recipe to match a bake sale, a birthday or a quiet weeknight treat.

Mountain Dew Apple Dumplings with Crescent Rolls

Mountain Dew Apple Dumplings

4.67 (6 Ratings)

Mountain Dew Apple Dumplings offer an effortless Southern-style dessert. Zesty soda softens the fruit and creates a thick glaze. Ready in 1h 15min.

Dulce De Leche Cake with Caramelized Batter

Dulce De Leche Cake

4.67 (6 Ratings)

Dulce de leche cake with a tender, springy crumb. Mixing caramel directly into the batter prevents a dry sponge for a moist result. Ready in 1 hour.

Silky French Vanilla Ice Cream with Vanilla Bean

French Vanilla Ice Cream

4.25 (4 Ratings)

Many homemade treats develop icy crystals. This French Vanilla Ice Cream uses a cooked egg custard to ensure a dense, rich texture for 8 servings.

Spiced Baked Apples with Brown Sugar

Spiced Baked Apples

4.83 (6 Ratings)

Ready in 1 hour 5 minutes, these Spiced Baked Apples soften in the oven, then pan drippings reduce into a warm, syrupy sauce for the tender slices.

Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies with Brown Sugar

Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies

4.50 (4 Ratings)

Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies with a fudgy center and deep molasses flavor. Cornstarch keeps the middle dense with no chilling. Ready in 27 minutes.

Chunky Slow Cooker Applesauce with Cinnamon

Chunky Slow Cooker Applesauce

4.75 (4 Ratings)

Chunky Slow Cooker Applesauce brings warm cinnamon flavor to your table. It includes detailed step-by-step instructions. Ready in 4 hours and 15 minutes.

Applesauce Spice Cake with Brown Sugar Icing

Applesauce Spice Cake

4.67 (3 Ratings)

Includes a detailed feature and detail table for a moist result. This Applesauce Spice Cake is a reliable, comforting treat for families who love cinnamon.

Old Fashioned Applesauce Oatmeal Cake

Applesauce Oatmeal Cake

5.00 (3 Ratings)

Hearty and spiced Applesauce Oatmeal Cake. This guide includes a detailed look at the cooking process to ensure a tender crumb. Great for cozy tea time.

Old Fashioned Applesauce Cake

Applesauce Cake in 50 Minutes

4.80 (5 Ratings)

Ready in 50 minutes, Applesauce Cake. This treat includes a section on what each ingredient does to ensure a rich, cinnamon-spiced crumb every time.

Coconut Coconut Milk Cake: Fluffy Sponge

Coconut Coconut Milk Cake Recipe

4.80 (5 Ratings)

This Coconut Coconut Milk Cake Recipe features an ingredient role table, helping home bakers achieve a perfectly fluffy sponge with every single bake.

Old Fashioned Coconut Milk Cupcakes

Coconut Milk Cupcakes

4.33 (3 Ratings)

Want to bake Coconut Milk Cupcakes that stay moist? Use coconut oil for a light crumb; we include a table with ingredient substitutes and why they work.

Tender Condensed Milk and Coconut Cake

Condensed Milk and Coconut Cake

4.50 (2 Ratings)

Looking for a moist Condensed Milk and Coconut Cake? This recipe uses a poke technique for deep sweetness and includes the section Why This Works.

Creamy Coconut Milk Pudding

Coconut Milk Pudding

5.00 (4 Ratings)

Stir full-fat milk and cornstarch to set this Coconut Milk Pudding. See the section Why This Pudding Works for tips on this 15 minute treat.

Creamy Coconut Milk Rice Dessert

Coconut Milk Rice Dessert

5.00 (2 Ratings)

Rice pudding can often turn out too thin. This Coconut Milk Rice Dessert stays thick and creamy, and the guide includes an ingredient substitution table.

Moist GlutenFree Fig Almond Cake

GlutenFree Fig Almond Cake

4.25 (4 Ratings)

Moist and nutty GlutenFree Fig Almond Cake. This guide includes the baking components needed for a dense crumb. Great for a cozy afternoon tea.

Fig Cake With Almonds And Honey with Roasted Figs

Fig Cake With Almonds And Honey

4.33 (3 Ratings)

Tender and nutty Fig Cake With Almonds And Honey. It includes a bake time adjustment table for different pan sizes. A lovely treat for afternoon tea.

Caramelized Dried Fig Upside Down Cake

Dried Fig Upside Down Cake

4.33 (3 Ratings)

Create a jammy Dried Fig Upside Down Cake using brown sugar, butter, and dried figs. Our step by step guide ensures a perfect result in just 55 minutes.

Old Fashioned Dried Fig Spice Cake

Dried Fig Spice Cake

4.00 (1 Ratings)

Many fruit cakes end up dry. This Dried Fig Spice Cake uses simmered fruit for a jammy crumb and includes a step-by-step baking guide for success.

Fresh Fig Yogurt Cake with Greek Yogurt

Fresh Fig Yogurt Cake

4.50 (6 Ratings)

Ready in 65 min, this Fresh Fig Yogurt Cake is tender and moist. Includes a table on ingredient roles and swaps to help you bake with confidence.

Fragrant Fresh Fig Cake Lemon Rosemary

Fresh Fig Cake Lemon Rosemary

4.60 (5 Ratings)

Bakers seeking a seasonal treat will love this Fresh Fig Cake Lemon Rosemary. An ingredient swap table ensures a velvety crumb and balanced flavor.