Baking & Desserts recipes

Cakes, cookies, bars, cheesecakes, quick breads and frostings for birthdays, holidays and plain Tuesday cravings. The range runs from simple no-bake peanut butter pie and fudgy brownies to chewy oatmeal raisin cookies, apple crisp, strawberry shortcake and layered cheesecakes.

You'll also find breads and scones, including sourdough chocolate chip scones, banana nut bread and a baguette made at home, plus basics like buttercream, chocolate sauce and homemade powdered sugar. Several recipes lean on a single fruit, such as dried apricot bread and bars or fresh apple cake.

Browse by timing: cookies, scones and bars often come together in under an hour, while cheesecakes and ice cream cakes need chilling time, so plan them a day ahead for gatherings.

Baked Apple Cider Cupcakes with Spiced Buttercream

Apple Cider Cupcakes

4.41 (17 Ratings)

These seasonal treats are Baked Apple Cider Cupcakes with Spiced Buttercream. The baking process ensures a moist crumb for your autumn celebrations.

Mini Ghost Cheesecakes with Graham Cracker Crust

Mini Ghost Cheesecakes

4.19 (16 Ratings)

Want a Hauntingly Delicious Mini Cheesecake with Ghostly toppers for your party? These bite-sized Halloween cheesecake treats include recipe specs for 12.

No Bake Oreo Spiders in 15 Minutes

Oreo Spider Treats

4.80 (20 Ratings)

No Bake Oreo Spider Halloween Treat offers a salty sweet snap. See the guide on Putting the Spiders Together. Ready in 15 minutes for a spooky party.

Pumpkin & Ghost Treats with White Chocolate

Pumpkin & Ghost Treats

4.38 (13 Ratings)

Festive Halloween sweets are ready with these Assembled Mini Orange Pumpkins & Ghost Treats with White Chocolate. See the step by step assembly to begin.

Cookie Monster Cookies Loaded with Oreos

Cookie Monster Cookies

4.25 (16 Ratings)

Our guide on making the cookies ensures chewy centers and crisp edges. Cookie Monster Cookies Loaded with Oreos are for anyone wanting a vibrant treat.

Fried Churro Poppers: Cinnamon Sugar Treats

Fried Churro Poppers

4.36 (11 Ratings)

Fried Churro Poppers Bite-Sized Treat with Cinnamon Sugar makes a crunchy dessert. This guide explains how to fry them. Everything is ready in 20 minutes.

Creamy No-Churn Apple Ice Cream

Apple Ice Cream

4.25 (4 Ratings)

Use a concentrated apple reduction for this Apple Ice Cream. It includes a guide on why the reduction matters and takes 25 minutes total to prepare.

Green Apple Ice Cream with Greek Yogurt

Green Apple Ice Cream

5.00 (3 Ratings)

Looking for a zesty dessert? This Green Apple Ice Cream uses Greek yogurt for a creamy finish and includes the core ingredient list for easy prep.