We can all agree that there's nothing better than a homemade dessert to make any occasion feel extra-special, from birthdays to anniversaries to potlucks and everyday dinners. But what if you’re, ahem, not super-confident in the kitchen? Fear not, these desserts look like a professional made them, but are actually so easy to put together! From cakes to cookie bars to pies and even cheesecakes, you’ll be able to master these 95 easy dessert recipes in no time.
What makes these recipes so easy, you may ask? We've included many desserts that are ready in under an hour (some even in 10 minutes!), so you're not slaving away in the kitchen prepping a towering dessert all day long. Our no-bake desserts couldn't be easier to prep ahead of time, with the majority of their time spent chillin' in the fridge 'til you're ready to serve. Of course, we didn't forget some of our favorite easy desserts: poke cakes and cheesecake bars. If you're unfamiliar with the former, it's all in the name—they’re baked, poked, then filled with a sweet syrup or milk to add extra flavor. Basically, they're foolproof delicious and a great way to impress without all the fuss of a layer cake. Ditto for cheesecake bars—they've got ALL the flavor you love without ever having to worry about a water bath or cracks.
With these recipes, we've found plenty of ways to create stunning-looking desserts without any finesse, from simple marbling to fruit toppings that don't need anything else for a stunning finish (well, some whipped cream never hurt).
Want more dessert recipes? Check out our list of easy fruit desserts for when you're looking for something fresh and fruity. Need more chocolate in your life? Peruse our list of chocolate desserts too.
Texas Sheet Cake
This chocolate cake is rich, extra-fudgy, and topped with plenty of toasty pecans. It's a classic dessert for very good reason: it was made for chocolate lovers, AND is ready in under an hour.
Get the Texas Sheet Cake recipe.
Cake Mix Cookies
If you’re looking for a last-minute homemade dessert, this recipe will give you festive cookies with just a few ingredients. All you need is a box of cake mix and sprinkles!
Get the Cake Mix Cookies recipe.
Piña Colada Lasagna
Need an easy summer dessert? Enter this easy no-bake piña colada lasagna. It's got a base of coconut and graham cracker, layered with a coconut cream cheese, shortbread cookies, and pineapple Jell-O, echoing its namesake frozen drink.
Get the Piña Colada Lasagna recipe.
Chocolate Pizza
We start with our favorite homemade pizza dough for this dessert, but you can absolutely use store-bought if that's what you prefer. Add some sliced strawberries, marshmallows, pretzels, candy or just leave it at Nutella! The best thing about this easy dessert? You absolutely can't mess it up.
Get the Chocolate Pizza recipe.
Mason Jar Ice Cream
We’ve got lots of magic shortcuts for you, from no-churn options to ice cream made in a bag, and now this recipe, ice cream in a mason jar. It really is as easy as it sounds: Simply put heavy cream, sugar, vanilla extract, and salt into a jar, then shake it!
Get the Mason Jar Ice Cream recipe.
No-Bake Creamsicle Cheesecake
If you're a fan of the nostalgic creamsicles, then let us introduce you to your new favorite cheesecake. We incorporated the sweet orange flavors of the classic treat into this ultra-creamy cheesecake with a buttery crust for the ultimate summer treat. One of our favorite things about this recipe? It's a no-bake dream.
Get the No-Bake Creamsicle Cheesecake recipe.
Strawberry Crunch Poke Cake
Here we start with a boxed cake mix, infuse it with strawberry flavor, top it with fluffy cream cheese frosting, then finish it off with a strawberry-and-cookie topping. It’s the perfect summer dessert.
Get the Strawberry Crunch Poke Cake recipe.
Fantasy Fudge
Marshmallow fluff makes this shortcut fudge just as good as the real thing. You can top these rich pieces with anything your heart desires, from classic candy like Oreos or other cookie pieces to nuts like pecans or walnuts. Get creative with it!
Get the Fantasy Fudge recipe.
No-Bake Buckeye Cheesecake Bars
These no-bake cheesecake bars might be even easier than their namesake—buckeyes. Instead of individually hand-dipping each truffle, you get to cut squares of peanut cheesecake with a crunchy chocolate crust and a snappy chocolate top. The cheesecake is lighter and creamier than the truffle, but still has all of the elements you love.
Aperol Spritz Trifles
This trifle draws inspiration from everybody’s favorite summer cocktail: the Aperol Spritz. This popular beverage fuses effervescent Prosecco, a bittersweet and bright Italian aperitivo, and fresh orange. We include all three of those ingredients in this layered dessert. It’s like an adult version of an orange Creamsicle!
Get the Aperol Spritz Trifles recipe.
Drumstick Pie
Sugar cone fans—get ready to meet your new fave dessert. We use sugar cones not only for the topping in this no-bake dessert, but also in the homemade crust. Layered with vanilla ice cream, chocolate ganache, and crumbled peanuts for a sweet-salty, topping, this "pie" truly has something for everyone.
Get the Drumstick Pie recipe.
Bisquick Peach Cobbler
Craving some summer sweetness? Whip up a Bisquick peach cobbler. Made with just six simple pantry staples and a single mixing bowl, this light summery dessert is as easy to make as it is delicious to eat.
Get the Bisquick Peach Cobbler recipe.
Hostess Sheet Cake
If you can't get enough of the fudgy, cream-filled cupcakes, then this sheet cake will be your new favorite dessert. Taking inspiration from the classic Hostess dessert, this sheet cake delivers on all the same flavors in an easy, shareable form.
Get the Hostess Sheet Cake recipe.
Fruit Tart
If you’re one of the many who are stunned by the shiny fruit tarts in bakery windows, then this recipe is for you. Good news: It’s surprisingly easy to make a stunning fruit tart right at home! Make it as an easy, warm-weather treat to indulge in anytime.
Get the Fruit Tart recipe.
Key Lime Pie Mousse
This take on Key lime pie has all of the refreshing tartness and buttery crumble of the classic dessert, but in an adorable, individual container. This just might be your new fave party dessert!
Get the Key Lime Pie Mousse recipe.
Snickerdoodle Blondies
While we love the classic blondies, when we're craving a perfect, easy fall dessert, we turn to these snickerdoodle-flavored blondies every single time. Perfectly tender and chewy (with a cinnamon-sugar topping), these blondies get that signature snickerdoodle texture and flavor without cream of tartar.
Get the Snickerdoodle Blondies recipe.
Strawberry Pop-Tart Blondies
Buttery, chewy, and filled with strawberry jam, this dessert combines the nostalgia of Pop-Tarts and the classic comfort of blondies in one adorable bar cookie.
Get the Strawberry Pop-Tart Blondies recipe.
Banana Pudding Pops
When we’re craving banana pudding during the summer, these popsicles are the bite-sized treat we turn to. A simple frozen dessert, these refreshing pops couldn't be easier to make. With only 15 minutes of prep, the hardest thing about this recipe is waiting for them to chill—we guarantee it. 😉
Get the Banana Pudding Pops recipe.
Oreo Cookie Cake
This version of our OG cookie cake takes things to the next level by putting cookies INSIDE the "cake". It’s packed with chopped Oreos (in place of chocolate chips), decorated with a rich Oreo buttercream (in place of plain chocolate or vanilla), and crowned with even more Oreos. 😍
Get the Oreo Cookie Cake recipe.
Lemon-Blueberry Cheesecake Bars
These lemon-blueberry cheesecake bars just SCREAM spring. And thanks to store-bought crescent roll dough, they're also so easy to make.
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