Desserts recipes

Baked and no-bake desserts, from 2-minute stuffed dates to layered cakes and pies. The sweets here fall into a few groups: cookies and brownies, such as soft chocolate chip cookies, fudgy brownies, and white chocolate cranberry cookies; cakes and cupcakes, including carrot cake with cream cheese frosting and classic vanilla cupcakes; and fruit-based bakes like apple crisp, apple pie, and pineapple dump cake.

Quicker options include date caramel sauce, chocolate date bark, edible cookie dough for one, and a peanut butter date dip. Each title lists its time or yield, so you can pick a 10-minute no-bake treat for tonight or a cheesecake or Southern banana pudding to make ahead for a crowd. Frostings, sauces, and dips are included for finishing touches.

Sparkling Blueberry Ginger Lemonade in 25 Minutes

Blueberry Ginger Lemonade

4.33 (6 Ratings)

A guide to the core ingredients helps balance the zing of ginger. This Sparkling Blueberry Ginger Lemonade is for those wanting a fizzy summer treat.

Watermelon Pink Lemonade in 10 Minutes

Watermelon Pink Lemonade

4.50 (4 Ratings)

Want a fresh Watermelon Pink Lemonade for your next party? This 10-minute drink is tangy and crisp, and our ingredient breakdown explains each part.

Rosemary Lemonade Recipe: Crisp and Piney

Rosemary Lemonade Recipe

4.43 (7 Ratings)

This crisp, piney beverage is made using our Rosemary Lemonade Recipe. Check the quick flavor specs to see why it works and start mixing today.

Creamy Frozen Whipped Lemonade

Frozen Whipped Lemonade

4.75 (4 Ratings)

Frozen drinks often melt too fast. This Frozen Whipped Lemonade stays creamy thanks to heavy cream; see the section Why This Mix Works for more.

State Fair Lemonade Recipe: Hand-Shaken

State Fair Lemonade Recipe

4.43 (7 Ratings)

For carnival lovers at home, this State Fair Lemonade Recipe is a treat. Learn why these techniques work to get a sharp, frothy drink in minutes.

Creamy Lemonade Recipe with Condensed Milk

Creamy Lemonade Recipe

4.67 (6 Ratings)

Ready in 5 minutes, this Creamy Lemonade Recipe is a frothy treat. Use our ingredients and simple substitutes guide to customize your rich drink.

Homemade Peach Lemonade Recipe with Fresh Peaches

Peach Lemonade Recipe

4.33 (6 Ratings)

A refreshing balance of sweet and tart defines this Peach Lemonade Recipe. Check out the section on why this drink works to start sipping today.

Blackberry Lemonade Recipe in 12 Minutes

Blackberry Lemonade Recipe

4.50 (6 Ratings)

This Blackberry Lemonade Recipe delivers a jammy, bright flavor. Check the What You'll Need section for all the essentials. Ready in just 12 minutes.

Homemade Raspberry Lemonade: Silky and Bright

Raspberry Lemonade Recipe

4.83 (6 Ratings)

Want a smooth Raspberry Lemonade Recipe? This version uses a cooked syrup to avoid seeds and includes the section Why the Syrup Method Wins for better flavor.

Honey Lemonade Recipe in 5 Minutes

Honey Lemonade Recipe

4.67 (6 Ratings)

Fresh lemon juice, zest, and raw honey create this Honey Lemonade Recipe. Learn why this method works to make a bright drink in just 5 minutes.

Vibrant Dragon Fruit Lemonade in 5 Minutes

Dragon Fruit Lemonade

4.50 (6 Ratings)

Want a vibrant Dragon Fruit Lemonade for your next party? This tangy refresher takes 5 minutes and fits into easy fruit lemonade recipes with a method table.

Floral Lavender Lemonade Recipe

Lavender Lemonade Recipe

4.33 (3 Ratings)

Ready in 23 minutes, this Lavender Lemonade Recipe is floral and zesty. It includes a helpful ingredient role table to ensure a non-soapy flavor.

Strawberry Lemonade Recipe in 15 Minutes

Strawberry Lemonade Recipe

4.75 (4 Ratings)

Fresh strawberries, lemon juice, and sugar define this Strawberry Lemonade Recipe. It includes a quick recipe specs section and takes 15 minutes.

Simple Syrup Recipe in 12 Minutes

Simple Syrup Recipe

4.75 (4 Ratings)

Sugar crystals often settle at the bottom of iced drinks. This Simple Syrup Recipe uses heat for a smooth mix and includes a How This Works section.

Vanilla Date Caramel Sauce with Coconut Milk

Vanilla Date Caramel Sauce

4.50 (6 Ratings)

Rich and glossy Vanilla Date Caramel Sauce. This recipe includes a guide on making the caramel for a smooth finish. Great for topping fruit or cakes.

Peanut Butter Date Dip: Rich and Velvety

Peanut Butter Date Dip

4.67 (6 Ratings)

Health-conscious snackers will love this Peanut Butter Date Dip. It includes simple assembly steps to create a rich Date Caramel Sauce in minutes.

Medjool Date Caramel Sauce

Date Caramel with Coconut Milk

4.83 (6 Ratings)

A rich and buttery treat, this Date Caramel uses Medjool dates for a natural sweetness. It includes the section Texture Logic and Fiber to help you get it…

Velvety Healthy Date Hot Chocolate

Date Hot Chocolate

4.40 (5 Ratings)

Date Hot Chocolate is a rich, natural treat. This healthy hot chocolate no sugar date cocoa recipe includes a budget swap table. Ready in just 10 minutes.

Chocolate Date Fudge with Medjool Dates

Chocolate Date Fudge

4.83 (6 Ratings)

Chocolate Date Fudge is a rich vegan date fudge treat. This simple date fudge recipe includes a serving size calculator for easy party planning. Ready in 15m.

Guilt-Free Chocolate Chip Date Cookie Bites

Date Cookie Bites

4.50 (4 Ratings)

These Chocolate Chip Date Cookie Bites are a treat. Try these healthy chocolate date cookies with our budget swap table. Ready in 45 minutes.

No Bake Cocoa Date Truffles in 30 Minutes

No Bake Cocoa Date Truffles

4.83 (6 Ratings)

No Bake Cocoa Date Truffles make a rich snack. These vegan date truffles use natural sweetness. Check our budget swap table for a 30 minute treat.

Cinnamon Spiced Date Oat Squares

Date Oat Squares for Meal Prep

4.33 (6 Ratings)

These Date Oat Squares offer lasting energy. These vegan date oat squares are naturally sweetened and hearty. Includes a budget swap table. Ready in 45 min.