Who doesn’t love to indulge in desserts? Whether they are full of decadent chocolate, light and fluffy creams, or even a crumbly crust, dessert recipes are part of what keeps us human. That second that you bite into the perfect cake, brownie, or cookie creates a memory that lives in our brain always. So much so that even a whiff of sweets can take us back to a moment in time. Since desserts are so essential to our lives, we’ve compiled a guide to help you find recipes and tips for whatever it is you’re trying to create. Looking for a fruity tart for the holidays? What about brownies that go beyond the basic milk chocolate flavor? No matter what it may be, we’re here to help bring your celebrations to life. After all, any delicious dessert is celebratory in its own right.
TABLE Magazine’s Ultimate Guide to Desserts
Cakes
14 Cake Recipes for National Baking Week and Beyond
Delve into the delightful world of cakes, exploring a diverse range of recipes that make sure everyone can have the perfect birthday cake. From light and airy cakes to rich and decadent chocolate cakes, dense pound cakes, and everything in between, this collection offers something for every cake enthusiast. Inspire yourself to create showstopping cakes that taste even better than they look on the outside.
Brownies and Chocolate
9 Easy Brownie Recipes
Indulge your inner chocoholic with these 9 Easy Brownie Recipes featuring the fudgy delights you love. Skip the regular milk chocolate brownies and try innovative twists like Miso Tahini Swirl or Cherry and Orange Luxardo Buttercream Frosted Brownies. Satisfy that sweet tooth with the addition of a scoop of ice cream when these recipes are still warm out of the oven.
7 Chocolate Recipes for Every Occasion
In case the brownies aren’t quite doing it for the chocolate-lover in your life, these recipes are sure to coat every morsel in various rich kinds of chocolate. To help make sure you’re a pro when it comes to working with chocolate, pastry chef Selina Progar includes tips for picking out and melting this ingredient. Use her tricks to help you create Chocolate Cello, Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheesecake, or even a Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Pie.
Cookies
The Ultimate Guide to Christmas Cookie Recipes
While this is the Ultimate Guide to Christmas Cookie Recipes, it actually includes recipes that can be made year-round as well. Try baking up Italian Wedding Cookies, Purple Barley Cookies, or Ube Sweet Soy cookies featuring White Chocolate. Each recipe contains its own tips to make baking a breeze even for those just starting out. You can even use our ideas as a base and add in your own toppings to make these cookies uniquely yours.
Pies
Pie Recipes for Your Next Family Gathering
Family gatherings are all about sharing delicious food and joining each other for conversations. What better way to bring everyone together than with a perfectly baked pie? This article features a collection of delectable pie recipes, from classic apple crumbles to adventurous flavor combinations like our Gingered Peach and Blackberry Pie, guaranteed to impress your loved ones. A word of warning, you may want to make a double batch to be able to enjoy your own at home since these big flavors will have slices going quickly.
Dessert Bars
5 Simple Dessert Bar Recipes For Your Next Party or Gathering
Prepare to fall in love with our dessert bar recipes. These little bricks of sweetness range from Pecan Pie Bars to dietary-friendly creations like Gluten-Free, Vegan Jammy Blueberry Bars. This collection showcases the versatility and irresistible appeal of this beloved dessert format, one you may not turn to as often as cookies and pies (though they happen to be the best of both worlds). Not to mention, their simplicity makes each recipe a win in and out of the kitchen.
Holidays and Special Occasions
6 Recipes for a Red, White, and Blue 4th of July
This collection of recipes is bursting with red, white, and blue, perfect for Independence Day or Memorial Day celebrations. Try making your own Homemade Bomb Pops which you can dip into a glass of bubbly. Or, you can really commit to those with a sweet tooth and make the elegant Tres Leches Fourth of July Cake or dazzling Red, White, and Blue Stained Glass Gelatin Cake. Get ready to celebrate in style with a sweet and patriotic twist!
7 Simple Ways to Use Halloween Candy in Baked Goods
No need to throw out that leftover Halloween candy ever again! We take some of your favorite candy bars and other holiday treats and bake them into blondies, banana bread, cake, and other essential desserts. Your childhood dreams come to life in the forms of Rum Buttermilk Butterfinger Cake, Peanut Butter Cup Banana Bread, and even Fudgy Peppermint Patty Brownies.
Girl Scout Cookie Inspired Recipes
Girl Scout Cookie season seems to last for such a short amount of time. To make the most of it, we recommend using these cookies to their full potential. Next time you pick up a box of Thin Mints® or Lemon-UPS®, consider making them into treats that go beyond the one-bite fashion of cookies. Create an entire Toffee-tastic® Gluten-free Cheesecake or take advantage of being an adult and enjoy an Adventurefuls® Cocktail.
Easy Dessert Recipes to Distract from Global Chaos
In times of uncertainty, the kitchen can become a sanctuary. These simple and quick-to-make dessert recipes offer a comforting escape from the complexities of the world. Whether you’re seeking a moment of calm in the kitchen or a delicious treat to share a bit of joy with loved ones, these desserts are sure to bring a smile to your face.
The Best of the Best
TABLE Magazine’s Best Desserts of 2024
If you’re not sure what kind of dessert you want to make, our Best Desserts of 2024 range across different categories for plenty of inspiration. Plus, these recipes are the most viewed by our readers. This way, you can add it to your back pocket with confidence in its result. Cakes, pies, brownies, and so much more are waiting for you just a click away.
Story by Kylie Thomas
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