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Dessert Recipes

Sweet! Indulge in this collection of favorite dessert recipes from kitchens across the globe. From fruit to fudge, there’s something for every sweet tooth.

An assortment of decorated Basic Spritz Cookies.

Basic Spritz Cookies

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By Terri Slotterback
Christmas wouldn't be Christmas without these. Watch it though because they go fast.
(2 ratings)
A plate of Raspberry Shortbread With a White Chocolate Drizzle.

Raspberry Shortbread With A White Chocolate Drizzle

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By Doris Carlson
Out of all my Christmas cookies, this is my MOST requested of all! A happy ...
(2 ratings)
A few nicely baked Apple Turnovers from scratch!

Apple Turnovers

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By Francine Lizotte
Packed with deliciousness, these are easy to make and a great dessert or snack to ...
Texture inside Stefanie's Italian Ricotta Cookies.

Stefanie’s Italian Ricotta Cookies

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By Megan Kelly
My husband's cousin, Stef, gave me this recipe (hence the name). We add food coloring ...
(2 ratings)
A slice of German Chocolate Cheesecake on a plate.

German Chocolate Cheesecake

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By Joan Penney
I recently dined at a restaurant well known for its cheesecake, and this is my ...
(1 rating)
Pumpkin Spice Teacakes packaged up, ready to go to the grandbabies!

Mimi's Pumpkin Spice Teacakes

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By Jean Goss
This is my beloved tried and true tea cake recipe with an updated seasonal twist! ...
This is a delicious dessert to put together when company comes calling!

Cannoli Dip

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By Tiphane Fleming
This is a go to recipe for me when I want something quick, easy, and ...
Jiffy Apple Cobbler plated with a scoop of ice cream on the side.

Jiffy Apple Cobbler

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By Teresa G.
I created this recipe to use our homegrown frozen apples, but fresh apples could also ...
Caramel Apple Cookies ready to eat.

Caramel Apple Cookies

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By Carrie Kinyon
I was bored today and started playing around in the kitchen. This is what I ...
(3 ratings)
A platter of Hocus Pocus Buns.

Hocus Pocus Buns

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By Rachel Burbank
Watch these hocus pocus buns disappear after you make them!
(5 ratings)
Slice of Banana Cake on a plate.

Banana Cake

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By AM GIORDANO
I have loved this cake since I was a kid! It would make appearances at ...
(30 ratings)
A platter of Almond Peanut Butter Balls.

Almond Peanut Butter Balls

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By Nelda Carnley
I took my peanut butter ball recipe and added my own touches. They are really ...
(3 ratings)
A stack of Chocolate Peanut Butter Pecan Pie Cheesecake Bars.

Chocolate Peanut Butter Pecan Pie Cheesecake Bars

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By Jutta Lenihan
This happened when I couldn't decide what to bake for my husband's birthday. I made ...
(2 ratings)
Homemade chocolate chip cookies with walnuts!

Mimi's Chocolate Chip Cookies

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By Jean Goss
My children's favorite cookie recipe when growing up. We could never make enough! ...
Slice of Crustless Pumpkin Pie on a plate.

Crustless Pumpkin Pie

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By Ashley Robohm
Easy and delicious... kids helped me make this pie!
(2 ratings)
Frosted Sour Cream Tea Cakes.

Sour Cream Tea Cakes

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By Marsha Gardner
A soft cake-like cookie that isn't too sweet, so it's okay to pile it with ...
(8 ratings)

Gooey Butter Cake

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By Kathryn Brown
This Jersey girl's version of St. Louis Gooey Butter Cake
Perfect Sugar Cookies decorated.

Perfect Sugar Cookies

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By Becca Smith
The BEST sugar cookies you will ever make. Great for cut-outs and decorating! Depending on ...
(6 ratings)
Decorating a cookie with Sugar Cookie Buttercream Frosting.

Sugar Cookie Buttercream Frosting

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By Jenni K
This is by far the best frosting I've ever used on my sugar cookies for ...
(4 ratings)
A platter of Grandma's Butter Cookies.

Grandma's Butter Cookies

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By Taryn Lynch
Paula Deen ain't got nothing on butter when it comes to these buttery goodness treats!
(3 ratings)
Apple Pie Bread Pudding in a bowl with ice cream.

Apple Pie Bread Pudding

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By Wanda Leech
My father-in-law is 95 and he only likes sweet things, so I'm always trying to ...
(1 rating)
A platter of Nana's Rum Balls coated in powdered sugar and chocolate.

Nana's Rum Balls

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By Deneece Gursky
I know there are plenty of recipes for rum balls on here, but my recipe ...
(8 ratings)
A slice of Boston Cream Pie on a plate.

Boston Cream Pie

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By Carol Keene
My friend and neighbor Jane Mc Williams made this for my birthday because I said ...
(5 ratings)
A slice of Apple Cake on a plate.

Apple Cake

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By Maureen LaMothe
I got this recipe from my Aunt Nellie. She was a great cook! I hope ...
(5 ratings)
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