Sweeten your Sunday celebration with these easy Easter desserts, like berry trifle, lemon chess pie and rhubarb crisp. These festive and seasonal treats will make every-bunny happy!
66 Easy Easter Desserts
Updated on Sep. 16, 2024
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Rhubarb Crisp
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I found this strawberry rhubarb crisp recipe on a box of Quaker Oats about 20 years ago. It's quick and easier to make than pie. It's versatile, too, because you can add strawberries in spring or apples in fall. I usually pop it into the oven shortly before we sit down to eat so it's still warm for dessert! —C.E. Adams, Charlestown, New Hampshire
Use fresh or frozen rhubarb for this versatile dessert, plus strawberries for a perfect Easter dessert. Make sure to have plenty of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream to top the sweet oat topping. Check out some healthy Easter dessert options that everyone will enjoy.
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Lemon Pudding Cake
Total Time
55 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My husband, Lloyd, loves this cake because it tastes like lemon meringue pie. The cake is no-fuss and makes just enough for the two of us.—Dawn Fagerstrom, Warren, Minnesota
A light and citrusy Easter cake that’s just enough for two, but easy to multiply for a group. It’s a forgiving recipe and easily adaptable for gluten and dairy-intolerant diets.
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Easter Sugar Cookies
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Cream cheese contributes to the rich taste of these melt-in-your-mouth cookies. They have such nice flavor that you can skip the frosting and just sprinkle them with colored sugar if you like. —Julie Brunette, Green Bay, Wisconsin
Cream cheese gives these cute cut-out Easter cookies a great texture and flavor. You can skip the frosting and simply sprinkle them with colored sugar instead.
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Banana Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting
Total Time
35 min
Servings
4 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
I make these banana bars with cream cheese frosting whenever I have ripe bananas on hand, then store them in the freezer to share later. With creamy frosting and big banana flavor, this treat is a real crowd-pleaser. —Debbie Knight, Marion, Iowa
Put those overripe bananas to good use for this crowd pleaser and easy Easter dessert. This cake has big banana flavor with a sweet and tangy frosting.
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Lemon Chess Pie
Total Time
50 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This bright and creamy lemon chess pie cuts beautifully and has a smooth texture. It’s one of my favorites. —Hannah LaRue Rider, East Point, Kentucky
This make-ahead spring dessert can be refrigerated until guests arrive. If you have leftovers, and we make no guarantee you will, simply wrap individual slices and freeze for another day when you need a sweet pick-me-up.
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Berry Trifle
Total Time
25 min
Servings
14 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This Berry Trifle is a delicious salute to summer! I usually serve it during the summer when fresh berries are bountiful, but you can also prepare it with frozen cherries and light cherry pie filling during cooler months. —Brenda Paine, North Syracuse, New York
This is a lighter trifle with layers of angel food cake, a creamy vanilla custard and lots of fresh berries of your choosing. You can even swap in frozen cherries and pie filling. Pair it with a fun Easter cocktail!
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Crock-Pot Lava Cake
Total Time
3 hours 15 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Everyone who tries this dessert falls in love with it. Using a slow cooker liner makes cleanup a breeze. —Latona Dwyer, Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
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Bunny Tails
Total Time
20 min
Servings
about 4 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
My granddaughters and I came up with this clever and easy idea for Easter. —Kelly Ciepluch, Kenosha, Wisconsin
Two ingredients—white chocolate chips and shredded coconut—is all you need for this super sweet Easter dessert idea. It’s such an easy recipe, the kids can help!
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Carrot Cupcakes
Total Time
35 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
To try to get my family to eat more vegetables, I often hide nutritional foods inside sweet treats. Now we can have our cake and eat our vegetables too! —Doreen Kelly, Roslyn, Pennsylvania
These Easter cupcakes turn traditional carrot cake on its head—literally! Pecans, coconut and raisins are in the cream cheese frosting, with only carrots in the cake.
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Rainbow Strawberries
Total Time
20 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Dip fresh strawberries in melted candy-coated discs to create a rainbow of color. Or get adventurous and make a unicorn. The creative possibilities are endless. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Dip fresh strawberries in melted candy discs to create a rainbow of color for a pretty buffet-ready Easter dessert. Or get adventurous and make a unicorn, bunny or other sweet creations!
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Pina Colada Tube Cake
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
We named this a “pina colada” cake because it has coconut, pineapple and rum. It’s a soothing finish at the end of a big spread. —Debra Keil, Owasso, Oklahoma
All the best parts of the cocktail in cake form. The blend of coconut, pineapple and rum add tropical flair to any big holiday spread.
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Easy Fresh Strawberry Pie
Total Time
35 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
For my mother's birthday, I made this strawberry pie recipe instead of a cake. Since it was mid-May in Oklahoma, the berries were absolutely perfect. It was a memorable occasion for the whole family. —Josh Carter, Birmingham, Alabama
For my mother’s birthday, I made this strawberry pie recipe instead of a cake. Since it was mid-May in Oklahoma, the berries were absolutely perfect. It was a memorable occasion for the whole family. —Josh Carter, Birmingham, Alabama
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Lemon Cheesecake Squares
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
20 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Whether I'm hosting friends or sending a plate to work with my husband, these creamy elegant lemon cheesecake bars are always a hit. It's a wonderful make-ahead dessert that easily serves a large group.
A thin layer of raspberry jam between the graham cracker crust and creamy lemony filling is a secret star of this recipe. This wonderful make-ahead Easter dessert really wows a crowd.
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Jumbleberry Crumble
Total Time
55 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
A friend brought this delicious, down-home dessert to church and was kind enough to give out the recipe. Everyone enjoyed it so much and just showered her with compliments! It’s especially wonderful served warm or with a dollop of creamy whipped topping. —Mary Ann Dell, Phoenixville, Pennsylvania
The sweet oat crumble topping will immediately make this your family’s next Easter dessert favorite. Use any berries you like, but a mix of raspberries, strawberries and blueberries is a good place to start.
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Nutella-Stuffed Strawberries
Total Time
15 min
Servings
1 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Gourmet strawberries are pricey to order but easy to make. We serve strawberries with hazelnut spread as a crowd-pleasing appetizer or dessert. —Darlene Brenden, Salem, Oregon
Chocolate-dipped strawberries done the DIY way. Stuffed with hazelnut spread and coated in chopped nuts, these make an easy and special dessert for an Easter buffet table.
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Mimosa Butter Cookies
Total Time
40 min
Servings
about 3 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
You can add many different flavors to butter cookies to make them your own. Try an alternate type of citrus zest, or add an alternate liquid to change things up. —Sara Lark, Raton, New Mexico
The beauty of a butter cookie is that you can add any flavor you want to spruce it up. Make these your own with different citrus zests, extracts or even Champagne, as in this recipe.
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Winning Apricot Bars
Total Time
45 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
This recipe is down-home baking at its best, and it really represents all regions of the country. It's won blue ribbons at county fairs and cookie contests in several states! Easy to make, it's perfect for potluck suppers, bake sales, lunchboxes or just plain snacking.—Jill Moritz, Irvine, California
A simple buttery dough paired with apricot preserves is easy baking at its best. If you have a potluck or Easter celebration to go to, take these along.
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Aloha Cupcakes
Total Time
35 min
Servings
1 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
A friend asked me to make a coconut and pineapple cupcake for a gathering she was hosting. Everyone agreed that this beauty took them to the tropics. The macadamia nuts are completely optional (the friend happens to be allergic), and the cupcakes are still fantastic without them. —Shannon Dobos, Calgary, Alberta
Make a splash with coconut cupcakes topped with pineapple-chunk frosting. Shredded coconut and crushed macadamia nuts are optional but do add a lot of flavor to this Easter dessert.
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Chunky Banana Cream Freeze
Total Time
15 min
Servings
6 servings (3 cups)
From the Recipe Creator:
Everyone loves ice cream, but we all know it doesn't make a great after-school snack. Until this! With its sweet banana-almond flavor and chunky texture, this appealing banana peanut butter "ice cream" is a crowd-pleaser. People who ask me for the recipe can't believe how easy it is to make. —Kristen Bloom, Okinawa, Japan
Scoop this chunky frozen dessert for a delicious after dinner treat. Made with peanut butter, bananas and almond milk, it leans healthy but packs a lot of flavor.
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Nutella Hand Pies
Total Time
30 min
Servings
9 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
These pint-sized Nutella hand pies made with puff pastry are too good to keep to yourself! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Made with frozen puff pastry, hazelnut spread and orange zest, these hand pies look elegant but are easy-peasy to make. The orange-flavored icing adds a nice citrus contrast to Nutella.
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Lemon Cake
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This citrusy cake with a luscious cream cheese frosting will garner plenty of applause. The flavor, a duet of sweet and tangy notes, really sings. —Summer Goddard, Springfield, Virginia
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Rose and Raspberry Fool
Total Time
15 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I came up with this recipe when I was going through a floral phase, putting rose or lavender in everything. This dessert is easy to make, but it's also elegant to serve when company comes. —Carolyn Eskew, Dayton, Ohio
A simple combination of fresh raspberries, a dash of rosewater and whipped cream creates a light and slightly sweet treat. Serve in pretty dishes for an elegant looking Easter dessert.
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Lavender Shortbread
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
4 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Lavender flowers can be used fresh or dried in cooking and baking. Their floral flavor is perfect for delicate shortbread cookies! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Lavender isn’t just for relaxing aromatherapy. Used sparingly in baking, lavender desserts, like this buttery shortbread, can have pretty floral notes.
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Pistachio Bundt Cake
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Pistachio pudding mix gives this moist cake a pretty tint of green. As it bakes, the outside browns nicely to form a slightly crunchy crust. The cake slices beautifully and would make a fun dessert for St. Patrick's Day.
-Becky Gant, South Bend, Indiana
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Citrus Mini Cakes
Total Time
25 min
Servings
about 6 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
These moist, bite-size muffins from Linda Terrell of Palatka, Florida are melt-in-your-mouth good. "With their appealing look, they really dress up a party table," she notes. The recipe makes a big batch, so there's plenty to please a crowd.
These bite-size cakes are melt-in-your-mouth good and really please a crowd. The recipe makes a lot, so there are plenty to go around.
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Pineapple Upside-Down Dump Cake
Total Time
2 hours 10 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
No matter the season, this dump cake recipe is wonderful! It works well with gluten-free and sugar-free cake mixes too. —Karin Gatewood, Josephine, Texas
Swap in gluten-free or sugar-free cake mix if needed. This dump cake will be a hit at the holiday celebration. Make sure you have lots of whipped topping or vanilla ice cream on hand!
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Soft Honey Cookies
Total Time
25 min
Servings
16 cookies
From the Recipe Creator:
These old-fashioned honey cookies have a subtle honey-cinnamon flavor and a tender texture. This recipe has been a favorite in my family for years and now it can be one at your house, too. —Rochelle Friedman, Brooklyn, New York
Such a sweet, simple cookie filled with honey and warm cinnamon flavors. Perfect for tea or Easter dessert, you might want to double up on this recipe because they’ll disappear fast.
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Strawberry-Banana Pudding Cake
Total Time
3 hours 45 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This luscious pink pudding cake is so easy to put together. Top it with ice cream and fresh fruit, and you have one very happy family. —Nadine Mesch, Mount Healthy, Ohio
Make this pretty-in-pink pudding cake in the slow cooker while mastering your other Easter brunch ideas. When it’s done, top with white chocolate chips to melt on top (or leave them off and just top with vanilla ice cream).
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Peeps Sunflower Cake
Total Time
45 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
The inspiration for this cake came from one of my favorite flowers, the sunflower. The yellow peeps make eye-catching flower petals, and I carefully placed chocolate chips in a circular pattern to resemble the seeds in the middle of a sunflower. This cake is easy, but looks quite impressive. —Bethany Eledge, Cleveland, Tennessee
Use Peeps for the petals of the sunflower and chocolate chips for the seeds in the middle. This fun and festive Easter cake recipe doesn’t take a lot of effort.
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Favorite Coconut Meringue Pie
Total Time
45 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
We usually have a good selection of pies at our neighborhood get-togethers, but I always come home with an empty pan when I bring this classic. Friends line up for a creamy slice, topped with golden meringue and toasted coconut. —Betty Sitzman, Wray, Colorado
Topped with golden meringue and toasted coconut, this pretty spring pie will be the hit of any get-together. Make sure to pre-bake the pie crust so it doesn’t sink or get soggy.
Also, try these traditional Easter desserts to make this year.
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Banana Pudding
Total Time
35 min
Servings
9 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I didn’t see my son, Lance Corporal Eric Harris, for more than two years after he enlisted in the Marines after high school. And when I saw him arrive at the airport, I just grabbed hold of him and burst out crying. When we got home, the first thing he ate was two bowls of my easy banana pudding recipe. He’s a true southern boy! It’s a dessert, but you can have it for breakfast, lunch or dinner. —Stephanie Harris, Montpelier, Virginia
A cool and creamy classic, it’s hard to beat a good Southern-style banana pudding. Serve in parfait cups for a pretty Easter dessert, and make sure there are extra crushed wafer cookies on top.
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Jelly Bean Bark
Total Time
15 min
Servings
2 pounds
From the Recipe Creator:
Homemade Easter candy really doesn't get easier than this. It's so simple—all you need are three ingredients, a microwave and a pan! It makes a perfect gift. —Mavis Dement, Marcus, Iowa
This fun kid-friendly Easter dessert requires only three ingredients, a pan and a microwave. Trust us: Your family will absolutely love it.
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Mamaw Emily’s Strawberry Cake
Total Time
40 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My husband loved his mamaw's strawberry cake recipe. He thought no one could duplicate it. I made it, and it’s just as scrumptious as he remembers. —Jennifer Bruce, Manitou, Kentucky
For the ultimate strawberry dessert, use fresh strawberries and strawberry gelatin in the cake batter. Then make a fresh strawberry buttercream to swirl all around the two-layer cake.
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Almond-Coconut Lemon Bars
Total Time
50 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Give traditional lemon bars a tasty twist with the addition of almonds and coconut. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Traditional lemon bars get a tasty twist with the addition of almonds and coconut. They’re the perfect go-to Easter dessert and potluck staple.
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Lemon-Ricotta Cookies
Total Time
30 min
Servings
3 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
I work for a special education school and our students run their own catering business. Every time they make this recipe for a catering event, they get praised. The students chose these cookies to submit as their favorite cookie recipe. They say they are the yummiest and chewiest cookies ever! —Renee Phillips, Owosso, Michigan
If you love lemon and ricotta, this easy cookie recipe is for you. Every bite is citrusy sweet, and the ricotta creates a beautiful texture.
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Coconut Creme Chocolates
Total Time
15 min
Servings
2-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
I'm a proud wife, mom of three and grandma of many. I've cooked many things over the years, including these marshmallowy chocolates. —Dolores Wilder, Texas City, Texas
These marshmallow chocolates are reminiscent of Almond Joy candies, only homemade and much better. Swap in dark chocolate to contrast the sweetness of the marshmallow cream, and sprinkle a few crushed almonds or pecans before the chocolate hardens.
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Chocolate Hazelnut Pudding Torte
Total Time
15 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This recipe is a busy mom's twist on a favorite dessert—tiramisu. The dish is simple to assemble and perfect to make the day before you want to serve it. The hardest thing about this recipe is waiting for it to chill so you can eat it! —Cheryl Snavely, Hagerstown, Maryland
A cross between tiramisu and a classic layered pudding, this Easter dessert is easy to assemble the day before your holiday gathering. Top with shaved chocolate just before serving.
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Easy Cream Pie
Total Time
25 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Fresh berries and cream pie—it’s a simple, classic combination just like Grandma used to make. My version gets you out of the kitchen and into your lounge chair quickly. Enjoy! —Gina Nistico, Taste of Home Food Editor
Fill a crisp graham cracker crust with a cream filling and fresh berries, and dessert is done. As far as easy Easter desserts go, this one takes the cake…er, pie.
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Lemon Bark
Total Time
10 min
Servings
1-3/4 pounds
From the Recipe Creator:
I wasn't a fan of white chocolate until I made this candy. It's tangy, sweet and creamy all at the same time. The bark was a lovely treat during a springtime shower but would be nice year-round. —Diana Wing, Bountiful, Utah
Lemon candies add a tartness to sweet white chocolate, creating a fresh springtime take on holiday bark. Put it in Easter baskets, give to friends or just leave a pile in a bowl for guests to enjoy.
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Finger-Licking Good Mini Cream Puffs
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
about 2-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
This recipe is quick and easy to whip up, and the kids will love it! They are perfect to pack for a picnic or to have as a snack for family game night. I guarantee you can't eat just one—they are so addictive and perfect for satisfying any sweet tooth! —Jennifer Erwin, Reynoldsburg, Ohio
Choux pastry sounds fancy, but in reality it’s very easy to make. Make the puffy dough balls, fill with a cream filling, and sandwich together for a delightful bite-size dessert.
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Double Peanut Pie
Total Time
40 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I created this recipe for a national pie contest and won second place for my state. Many peanuts are grown in Virginia, and I always look for ways to use local products. —Vivian Cleeton, Richmond, Virginia
If you love the taste of peanut brittle, then you’ll love this pie. Make sure to top with plenty of whipped cream when serving; chocolate shavings would be a nice touch, too.
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Jelly Bean Cookies
Total Time
25 min
Servings
about 2-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
It's a family tradition for my grandmother and me to make these colorful cookies every year for the holidays. —Cheyenne Fink, Pleasantville, Pennsylvania
Jelly bean-studded sugar cookies are a treat. Make sure to add the candies on top of the cookies before baking; they look better that way.
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Chocolate Malt Crispy Bars
Total Time
25 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
These chunky, chewy squares are a feast for the eyes. Malted milk flavor coats this treat from top to bottom. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Amp up classic crispy rice treats with chocolate-covered malted milk balls. The chunky squares are a feast for the eyes and taste buds.
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Carrot Cookies
Total Time
20 min
Servings
4-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
These cookies are both flavorful and colorful. The shredded carrots add nice bright flecks of orange color.
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Coconut-Lemon Ice Cream Cake
Total Time
30 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I developed this cool treat because I wanted to find a new use for cream of coconut. The sweet coconut combines beautifully with the tart lemon juice, and the streusel adds a nice crunch. Look for cream of coconut in the cocktail mixer section of your grocery store. —Janet Gill, Canton, Ohio
You can use your favorite sugar, lemon or coconut cookie in this ice cream cake, but a classic shortbread pairs nicely with coconut and zesty lemon flavors. Serve with lots of fresh berries.
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Rhubarb Dream Bars
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
Dreaming of a different way to use rhubarb? Try these sweet bars with a tender shortbread-like crust topped with rhubarb, walnuts and coconut for delicious results. —Marion Tomlinson, Madison, Wisconsin
Is there anything rhubarb can’t do? These tasty bars combine the sweet-tart star with walnuts and coconut baked on top of a tender shortbread crust.
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Grapefruit Yogurt Cake
Total Time
35 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
We eat grapefruit for breakfast and in winter fruit salads—why not for dessert? Here's a sweet-tart cake that's easy, delicious and one of a kind. It's healthier too! —Maiah Miller, Montclair, Vermont
This delicious yogurt cake is like a cross between a pound cake and a sweet bread. Not only is there a lot of grapefruit zest inside the cake, but it’s also topped with a sweet glaze and beautifully sliced fresh grapefruit wheels.
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Winning Rhubarb-Strawberry Pie
Total Time
1 hour 55 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
While growing up on a farm, I often ate rhubarb, so it's natural for me to use it in a pie. I prefer to use lard for the flaky pie crust and thin red rhubarb stalks for the filling. These two little secrets helped this strawberry rhubarb pie recipe win top honors at the 2013 Iowa State Fair. —Marianne Carlson, Jefferson, Iowa
While growing up on a farm, I often ate rhubarb, so it’s natural for me to use it in a pie. I prefer to use lard for the flaky pie crust and thin, red rhubarb stalks for the filling. These two little secrets helped this recipe win top honors at the 2013 Iowa State Fair. —Marianne Carlson, Jefferson, Iowa
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Lemon Curd Tartlets
Total Time
35 min
Servings
15 tartlets
From the Recipe Creator:
This has been in my party recipe collection for over 30 years and never fails to satisfy my guests. I can always rely on these fancy treats to please even the fussiest in the crowd. —Jessica Feist, Pewaukee, Wisconsin
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Banana Chocolate Chip Cookies
Total Time
35 min
Servings
3 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
These soft banana cookies have a cakelike texture and lots of flavor that everyone seem to love. It's one of the best banana cookie recipes I've found. —Vicki Raatz, Waterloo, Wisconsin
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Cheesecake Berry Parfaits
Total Time
15 min
Servings
2 parfaits
From the Recipe Creator:
The summer berry season is a real treat. This is an easy way to enjoy berries with cheesecake, which is a refreshing change from traditional pudding and fruit parfaits. —Patricia Schroedl, Jefferson, Wisconsin
A quick and light way to get the flavors of cheesecake without having to turn on the oven. Layer a creamy filling with any fresh berries you like, plus a good dollop of whipped topping or fresh whipped cream.
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Grandmother’s Bread Pudding with Lemon Sauce
Total Time
55 min
Servings
15 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Comforting is the best way to describe this lovely, flavorful bread pudding. And the drizzle of tangy lemon sauce offers a little zing! —Edna Butler, Los Fresnos, Texas
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Pineapple Upside-Down Cake
Total Time
50 min
Servings
9 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
A classic recipe like this never goes out of style! It’s delicious with the traditional pineapple, but try it with peaches or a combination of cranberries and orange. —Bernardine Melton, Paola, Kansas
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Lemon Bars
Total Time
55 min
Servings
9 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This delightful lemon bar recipe is from my mother's file. I've been serving it for many years. They has a wonderful tangy flavor, and they're always a hit. The color and shape make them a nice addition to a platter of cookies. —Etta Soucy, Mesa, Arizona
A classic lemon bar will always look great on an Easter dessert table. Make this tasty recipe a day or two ahead of time and store in the refrigerator until guests arrive.
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White Texas Sheet Cake
Total Time
40 min
Servings
20 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This cake gets better the longer it sits, so I try to make it a day ahead. My mother-in-law introduced this deliciously rich sheet cake to me. With its creamy frosting and light almond flavor, no one can stop at just one piece! —Joanie Ward, Brownsburg, Indiana
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Blueberry Graham Dessert
Total Time
15 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When you're short on time but long for cheesecake, try this fruity dessert. Ricotta and cream cheeses give every bit as much flavor as cheesecake without the effort. Instead of making individual servings, you could layer the ingredients in a glass serving bowl. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
For a group, serve this deconstructed cheesecake in individual jars for the best wow effect. A little lemon juice added to the sweetened ricotta and cream cheese filling pairs well with fresh blueberries and graham crumble.
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Raspberry Mousse
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This raspberry mousse recipe guarantees a creamy, smooth finale to any summer meal. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
An easy Easter dessert to pull together in a flash, this raspberry mousse is the perfect finale to any holiday potluck.
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Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
My husband loves homemade treats, and these easy peanut butter oatmeal cookies
are probably his favorite. The wheat flour and oats give these cookies a distinctive flavor.
Combining two great classic cookies in one is a genius idea. Serve these simple chewy cookies for Easter dessert or anytime the craving strikes.
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First-Place Coconut Macaroons
Total Time
30 min
Servings
about 1-1/2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
These coconut macaroon cookies earned me a first-place ribbon at the county fair. They remain my husband's favorites—whenever I make them to give away, he always asks me where his batch is! I especially like the fact that this recipe makes a small enough batch for the two of us to nibble on. —Penny Ann Habeck, Shawano, Wisconsin
These coconut macaroons are simple and delicious. This recipe makes a small batch, but it can easily be doubled.
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Strawberry Icebox Cake
Total Time
1 hour 20 min
Servings
9 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Quick and easy, this refreshing, make-ahead freezer dessert is perfect for using up those fresh summer berries. Filled to the brim with cream for a smooth texture, you'll find soft graham crackers and sweet strawberries layered inside. Top the cake with sliced strawberries for a beautiful finish. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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Coconut Pound Cake
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
“This cake is easy to make and is always a big hit,” writes Lisa Varner from Charleston, South Carolina. “I like to serve it with ice cream for a double-dose treat!”
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Almond Blondies
Total Time
40 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
These make a nice change from the typical chocolate brownie. When I bake up a batch, they disappear quickly at my house. —Cindy Pruitt, Grove, Oklahoma
These blondies are a nice alternative to typical fudge brownies. A little almond extract and chopped almonds go a long way.
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Blueberry-Lemon Upside-Down Cake
Total Time
45 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I was young when I married, so I watched my mother-in-law to learn baking. This cake with fresh blueberries is one of her beauties. —Bonnie Roberts, Newaygo, Michigan
Instead of a traditional caramel made with butter and sugar, blueberries are mixed with marshmallows for the first layer of this upside down cake. Add lemon zest to the cake mix for a boost of fresh citrus flavor.
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Not Your Mama’s Seven-Layer Bars
Total Time
40 min
Servings
2 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
The addition of dulce de leche makes this a decadent new take on traditional seven-layer bars. You can cut this recipe in half and make it in an 8x8-in. pan. —Andrea Barlow, Hot Springs, Arkansas
If you need dessert for only a few people, cut this recipe in half; it’s very forgiving. Dulce de leche makes these seven-layer bars really stand out.
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Peanut Butter Sheet Cake
Total Time
35 min
Servings
24 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I received this recipe from a minister's wife, and my family loves it. —Brenda Jackson, Garden City, Kansas
With chunky peanut butter in both the cake and the glaze, this is a peanut-butter lover’s dream cake. Make it your own with a swirl of jam in the glaze or topped with milk or dark chocolate shavings.
