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If you are anything like me, dessert needs to be easy, or it is not happening. I love a sweet treat that feels special without turning my kitchen into a disaster zone. This roundup is packed with my favorite easy dessert recipes that come together fast, use simple ingredients, and actually get made. These are the desserts I turn to when I want a big payoff with minimal effort.
Easy No-Bake Dessert Recipes
No-bake desserts have saved me more times than I can count, especially when it is hot or I do not feel like turning on the oven. I love how these recipes come together with a bit of mixing and chilling, and suddenly you have a crowd-pleasing dessert. These are the ones I make when I want something sweet without any baking drama.
Oreo Dessert Cups
Oreo Dessert Cups are a creamy cookies and cream treat that is as cute as it is tasty. A crushed Oreo base gets topped with a simple cheesecake filling and finished with a mini cookie on top. They are easy to assemble and always a hit with Oreo lovers of all ages.
Reese’s Dessert Cups
These Chocolate Peanut Butter Dessert Cups take all the flavors of a classic Reese’s treat and turn them into a light and creamy mousse style dessert. They come together quickly and are perfect for potlucks, outdoor parties, or anytime you want an easy chocolate and peanut butter treat.
Rocky Road Fudge
This Rocky Road Fudge is a creamy no bake treat filled with chocolate, marshmallows, and peanuts. It comes together in about ten minutes and sets up beautifully for holidays, parties, or easy homemade gifts. Sweet, rich, and wonderfully simple to make.
Woolworth Cheesecake
Woolworth Cheesecake is a light and airy no bake dessert with a fluffy lemon filling and a buttery graham cracker crust. Whipped evaporated milk gives it a smooth, mousse like texture that feels refreshing and nostalgic all at once. It is an easy make ahead treat that is perfect for any occasion.
Drumstick Ice Cream Cake
Drumstick Ice Cream Cake has all the classic flavors you love in a fun, sliceable dessert. It is cold, creamy, and full of that chocolate and peanut crunch that makes Drumsticks so good. This easy frozen treat serves twelve and is perfect for hot summer days or anytime you want something refreshing and delicious.
Cherries in the Snow
Cherries in the Snow is a light and fluffy no bake dessert with layers of angel food cake, sweetened cream cheese, and cherry pie filling. It is cool, creamy, and so easy to put together. A lovely treat for holidays or anytime you want something sweet and refreshing.
Easy DESSERT DIP Recipes
Dessert dips are my secret weapon for parties and lazy weekends. You can whip one up in minutes, set out some cookies or fruit, and suddenly everyone thinks you tried really hard. I love how fun and flexible these are and how fast they disappear.
Cannoli Dip
Cannoli Dip gives you all the sweet, creamy flavor of a classic cannoli filling in an easy bowl of dessert goodness. Serve it with cookies or fruit for a fun and simple treat that everyone can dig into.
Cheesecake Dip
Cheesecake Dip is a no bake treat that turns all the flavors of classic cheesecake into a creamy dessert you can scoop. Pair it with cookies, fruit, pretzels, or anything you love to dip. It is simple to make and always a playful addition to any dessert table.
TRIFLE Dessert Recipes
Trifles look fancy but they are actually one of the easiest desserts you can make. I love layering pudding, cake, and toppings and calling it a day. These are perfect when you want something that looks impressive but is basically assembly only.
S’mores Dessert Trifle
S’mores Dessert Trifle layers brownies, chocolate pudding, marshmallow creme, and graham crackers into one big bowl of fun. Finish it with toasted marshmallows and you have a dessert that is easy to assemble and perfect for sharing. It captures all the classic s’mores flavors without the campfire.
Black Forest Trifle
Black Forest Trifle layers chocolate cake, pudding, cherry pie filling, and whipped topping into a rich and beautiful dessert. It is easy to assemble ahead of time and gives you all the flavors of the classic chocolate cherry cake in a simple scoopable form. Perfect for parties or holidays.
Lemon Blueberry Trifle
Lemon Blueberry Trifle is a light and refreshing dessert with bright citrus flavor and sweet bursts of fresh berries. It is simple to layer and looks beautiful on the table. A perfect choice for summer gatherings or anytime you want an easy, fresh tasting treat.
Dessert Bar Recipes
Dessert bars are my go-to when I need something easy to slice and serve. They are simple, reliable, and great for feeding a crowd without fuss. These recipes are the kind you can throw together and know they will turn out every single time.
Pecan Pie Bars
These Pecan Pie Bars have a buttery shortbread crust and a rich, gooey pecan topping that tastes just like a slice of traditional pecan pie. They are easy to make, simple to serve, and perfect for Thanksgiving, holiday parties, or any fall dessert table.
Buckeye Brownies
Buckeye Brownies layer fudgy chocolate, creamy peanut butter, and a smooth chocolate topping into one irresistible bar. They are easy to make and a dream for anyone who loves the classic chocolate and peanut butter combo. Perfect for parties, gifting, or keeping on hand when you want a sweet treat.
Carmelitas
Carmelitas are chewy oatmeal cookie bars with layers of buttery caramel and melted chocolate. They bake into gooey, delicious squares that are simple to make and impossible to resist. A sweet treat that fits right in at parties, potlucks, or cozy nights at home.
Carrot Cake Bars
Carrot Cake Bars are soft, moist, and completely irresistible. Spiced cake and creamy cheesecake swirl together to make a dessert bar that is rich, flavorful, and melt in your mouth delicious. They are an easy treat to bake for spring holidays or any time you want something sweet and comforting.
Easy Dump Cake Recipes
Dump cakes are exactly my kind of dessert. You dump everything in the pan, bake it, and somehow it turns into magic. These are perfect when you want warm, cozy dessert vibes with almost no effort.
Oreo Dump Cake
Oreo Dump Cake might be the easiest dessert you will ever pull together. With just five ingredients and five minutes of prep, everything bakes in one dish into a warm, chocolatey treat filled with Oreo goodness. Simple, quick, and perfect whenever you need a no fuss dessert.
Pineapple Dump Cake
This Pineapple Dump Cake is a sweet and simple dessert that bakes into a golden, bubbly treat. Canned pineapple, cake mix, brown sugar, and butter come together with almost no prep and deliver the best tropical flavor. It is easy to make and perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or anytime you want a fuss free dessert.
Snickerdoodle Cobbler
Snickerdoodle Cobbler is a cozy, cinnamon spiced dessert that comes together in no time thanks to an easy cookie mix shortcut. It bakes into a soft, sweet treat that tastes just like your favorite snickerdoodle cookie in cobbler form.
Cake Recipes You will Love
Making a cake does not have to be complicated to be good, and these recipes prove it. I love cakes that come together with simple steps and still feel bakery worthy once they are done. These are the cakes I make when I want something classic, comforting, and easy enough for any day of the week.
Pineapple Angel Food Cake
Pineapple Angel Food Cake is a light, fluffy dessert that feels bright and refreshing with every bite. All you need is a box of angel food cake mix and a can of crushed pineapple. It could not be simpler. Bake it for potlucks, parties, or anytime you want an effortless sweet treat that everyone will enjoy.
Eclair Cake
This easy Eclair Cake is a no bake dessert that comes together in minutes. Layers of graham crackers, creamy filling, and chocolate topping create all the flavor of a classic eclair without any of the fuss. It is a great make ahead treat for parties, potlucks, or family dinners.
Jello Poke Cake
Jello Poke Cake starts with a moist white cake that gets filled with colorful Jello for a fun burst of flavor in every slice. A creamy topping finishes it off and makes this a bright and easy dessert for any occasion. It is a classic recipe that always brings a little extra joy to the table.
Hot Chocolate Poke Cake
Hot Chocolate Poke Cake takes all the warm, chocolatey goodness of a cozy cup of cocoa and turns it into a moist, decadent dessert. It is easy to make and feels extra comforting on chilly days. A fun treat for holidays, parties, or anytime you want something sweet and rich.
Other Easy Dessert Recipes
These desserts did not quite fit into a category but they were too good not to include. They are all simple, approachable, and totally doable even on busy days. If you love easy desserts as much as I do, you will want to bookmark this section too.
Almond Joy Cookies
These Almond Joy Cookies are soft, chewy, and full of coconut, chocolate, and almonds. With only four ingredients, they mix together in minutes and taste just like the classic candy bar. They are an easy treat to make any time you need a quick and delicious dessert.
Strawberry Pop Tart Pie
Strawberry Pop Tart Pie takes everyone’s favorite toaster treat and turns it into a big, shareable dessert filled with fruity flavor and childhood nostalgia. It is bright, sweet, and so much fun to slice and serve. Oversized treats always bring smiles to the table.
Pistachio Pie
Pistachio Pie is a smooth and creamy no bake dessert that comes together in just minutes. With its light texture and sweet pistachio flavor, it is perfect for picnics, potlucks, and warm weather gatherings. A simple treat that feels refreshing and fun to serve.
Hi,
Made the Robins Nest. Came out amazing! Thanks for the recipe.
Preshantha
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Jenn,
You fooled me. I had no idea you were a bad cook. Your desserts look AMAZING and I am not kidding. Most people do not have time to make dessert, so why not make it quick and easy. I grew up eating dessert after every meal which is probably why I believe a meal is NOT complete without dessert. We really have to have a little “sweetening” after eat meal in the south. Your easy desserts are perfect.
Thanks for sharing!
Diane Roark
Diane – true story – not the best cook!! That is what my site is all about – easy recipes that if I can do….anyone can!!!! xoxo