Ring in the new year on a sweet note! Instead of a New Year’s Eve toast, why not clink your forks together and celebrate the year ahead with a dessert? Whether you’re celebrating quietly at home or gathering a group of friends for a festive night, these dazzling desserts for New Year’s Eve are impressive and a touch indulgent. From an assortment of cheesecake and cake recipes to trifles, creme brulee, and flan, they’re a sweet way to end the year.
Nancy’s Famous Cannoli Cream Cheesecake
“This certainly is my most famous dessert of all time, as this creation came to be about 13 years ago, when I made this for my oldest son’s birthday. Growing up, he had special needs, and each year I would surprise him with a very special cake for his birthday. This particular year, I combined two of his very favorite desserts, Italian cannolis and creamy cheesecake, into one scrumptious, mouthwatering, and decadent dessert.” – Nancy
Dark Chocolate Espresso Mousse With Amaretto Cherries
“This chocolate pie is deep and dark with chocolate and coffee. Topped with cherries that have been cooked in amaretto, the combination of flavors is heavenly. This is a holiday favorite around our house.” – Amy
Turtle Trifle
“This recipe is so good and rich! It is a fave among my husband’s co-workers. They say I can send this to work with him anytime, no special occasion is needed.” – Leah
Dulce de Leche (Caramel) Filled Shortbread Cookies
“These are the most delicious and easiest cookies I have ever made and tasted. Over the years, I have come to appreciate shorter versions of dishes that I used to spend loads of time preparing. The ideal result for me is a treat or dish that is delicious, one that everyone enjoys, and one that I didn’t spend days or many hours preparing.” – Pat
Custard Bread Pudding With Bourbon Sauce
“This is one of my most requested sweet recipes. When this bread pudding bakes, the top of the bread pudding gets a little crispy, the middle is moist, and the bottom layer is custardy.” – Susan
Chocolate Truffle Cheesecake
“This cheesecake is always on the top of the list of cheesecakes to make. It covers the cravings of chocolate and cheesecake all at once. It’s my family’s favorite and mine as well.” – Annamaria
Old Fashioned Multi-Layer Chocolate Cake
“I love making this cake. It seems that young folks, as well as old folks, love this cake. It may not be the most beautiful cake, but it sure is good. This is the kind of cake that our grandmothers and great-grandmothers made.” – Bea
Classic Creme Brulee
“So good!” – Linda
Silky Smooth Flourless Chocolate Torta
“Over the years, I tried many flourless chocolate cake recipes. This one is so silky smooth, so chocolaty, and cuts beautifully. A must-try for chocolate lovers. Very rich, so small pieces garnished with whipped cream and fresh raspberries fit the dessert bill of fare.” – Joan
Chocolate Lava Cake
“My family loves it. It is so easy and simple to make it. They were so good and sweet and rich.” – Lisa
Brazilian Flan (Pudim De Leite Condensado)
“I spent a couple of years in Brazil and the Brazilian flan was one of my favorite desserts.” – Richard
Chocolate Truffle Cake
“I made this for my son, James’s 14th birthday party, and it was a big hit. The idea came from combining several different cake recipes and a little imagination. The cake is super moist but holds its shape beautifully under the rich chocolate silk frosting.” – Angela
Nine Layered Pineapple Cake
“This layered pineapple cake recipe has been passed down from generation to generation. It is guaranteed to be worth the time and love you put into it.” – Pamela
Chocolate Mousse Cake
“My mother used to make this cake for my birthday and other special occasions. It is made in a springform pan and is very decadent. A small piece goes a long way, but boy is it yummy!” – Carol
Granny’s Famous Coconut Cake
“My granny was known for her wonderful cakes. This coconut cake is one of them. I can’t help but think of her while making this. I wish that I could have one more day with her. She is teaching the angels how to cook now!” – Cindy
Flourless Chocolate Torte
“The men in my life (husband, sons, and grandsons) love this flourless chocolate torte.” – Connie
Amaretto and Cream Cheese Custard
“A really beautiful dessert and full of flavor.” – Ilean Maite
Pumpkin Flan Cake
“This is a new version of my Chocolate Flan recipe. It’s made with pumpkin, which I thought would be great for the holidays. I brought it to work today, and it was gone within a few minutes. Everybody loved it!” – Roberta
Sweet Potato Marshmallow Swirl Cheesecake
“I make a sweet potato souffle for the holidays that I’ve always said tastes like dessert. So, I wanted to turn it into a dessert. Here’s what I came up with!” – Jessica
Crispy Phyllo Wrapped Baked Feta with Honey
“Warm baked feta wrapped in layers of crispy, golden brown phyllo pastry and drizzled with honey!” – Kevin