Desserts recipes

Cookies, cakes, pies, bars and no-bake sweets for every occasion, from a quick evening treat to a holiday table. Fruit has a strong presence here: fresh cherry ice cream, a double crust cherry pie, a rustic cherry galette, cranberry lemon tart and a lemon blueberry pound cake. Pumpkin gets its own corner, with pie, cheesecake without baking, spice cookies and a two-ingredient cake.

For minimal effort, try the dump cakes, poke cake or peanut butter fudge; the no-bake lasagna and chocolate bird's nests need no oven at all. Bakers with more time can make shortbread, Danish-style butter cookies or biscotti. Check each recipe's total time, since chilling and cooling add up for ice cream, cheesecake and layered cakes.

Sweet Cinnamon Twists with Crescent Dough

Sweet Cinnamon Twists

4.67 (6 Ratings)

Buttery Sweet Cinnamon Twists with a crisp finish. Double-buttering the dough creates a sugar shell and tender center. Great for a weekend treat.

Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies in 30 Minutes

Chocolate Chip Cookies

4.33 (6 Ratings)

Home bakers wanting Chocolate Chip Cookies can try this method. Balancing sugars and air creates a chewy center without flat, greasy puddles.

Cranberry Orange Layer Cake with Citrus Frosting

Cranberry Layer Cake

5.00 (4 Ratings)

The recipe details section explains how to keep berries from sinking. This Cranberry Layer Cake is a stunning winter dessert for holiday hosts.

Low-Sugar Cranberry Lemon Tart: Zesty and Tart

Cranberry Lemon Tart

5.00 (6 Ratings)

Zesty and tart Cranberry Lemon Tart with a crisp crust. Learn why this dessert works in our detailed guide. A bright addition to any holiday table.

Homemade Cranberry Christmas Cake

Cranberry Christmas Cake

4.86 (7 Ratings)

Fruit often sinks to the bottom of holiday cakes. This Cranberry Christmas Cake uses floured berries for even distribution; see the Quick Specs section.

Creamy Homemade Pumpkin Pudding Dessert

Pumpkin Pudding Dessert

4.67 (6 Ratings)

This Pumpkin Pudding Dessert provides a rich, spiced treat. It includes a clear step by step process to ensure a smooth result. Ready in 15 minutes.

Easy Pumpkin Cupcakes with Pumpkin Puree

Easy Pumpkin Cupcakes

4.50 (4 Ratings)

Ready in 30 minutes, these Easy Pumpkin Cupcakes are a treat. Use our quick baking details to get a light, spiced crumb that avoids a muffin texture.

Pumpkin Fluff Dessert with Cream Cheese

Pumpkin Fluff Dessert

4.83 (6 Ratings)

Want a light Pumpkin Fluff Dessert for your next party? This no-bake treat is ready in minutes and includes a helpful ingredient role breakdown table.

Pumpkin Pie Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting

Pumpkin Pie Cupcakes

4.67 (3 Ratings)

Use vegetable oil to avoid a rubbery texture in these Pumpkin Pie Cupcakes. Learn the trick to better texture for a handheld treat in 35 minutes.

Pumpkin Cake Mix Cookies with Chocolate Chips

Pumpkin Cake Mix Cookies

4.25 (4 Ratings)

Soft, cinnamon-rich treats are the result of these Pumpkin Cake Mix Cookies. See what makes these work and get this easy dessert on your table.

Pumpkin Bread Pudding with Salted Caramel Sauce

Pumpkin Bread Pudding

4.40 (5 Ratings)

A mahogany crust and custard center define this Pumpkin Bread Pudding. See the recipe overview for more Easy Canned Pumpkin Desserts.

Easy No Bake Pumpkin Cookies in 20 Minutes

Easy No Bake Pumpkin Cookies

5.00 (2 Ratings)

Chewy, spiced Easy No Bake Pumpkin Cookies. This guide includes a breakdown of key steps to ensure the perfect set. Great for autumn family gatherings.

Creamy Pumpkin Mousse Dessert

Pumpkin Mousse Dessert

4.83 (6 Ratings)

Fold air into a rich base for this Pumpkin Mousse Dessert. Check out the quick recipe details for this creamy treat ready in 2 hours 15 minutes.

Two Ingredient Pumpkin Cake in 30 Minutes

Two Ingredient Pumpkin Cake

4.50 (6 Ratings)

Ready in 30 minutes, this Two Ingredient Pumpkin Cake is a breeze. Learn how this simple mix works to create a moist dessert without the fuss.

Velvety Pumpkin Whipped Cream

Pumpkin Whipped Cream

5.00 (3 Ratings)

Many toppings deflate too quickly. This Pumpkin Whipped Cream stays stiff and airy; our page includes a step-by-step whipping guide for a stable peak.