Holidays & Events

It’s time to celebrate! Get inspired to go above-and-beyond with our special recipes for holidays and events that take you from appetizers to dessert.

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Strawberry Crunch Ice Cream Cake

3 reviews

While growing up, I loved treats from the ice cream truck that rolled through my neighborhood. This ice cream cake is inspired by one of those crunchy, strawberry novelties. —Lisa Kaminski, Wauwatosa, Wisconsin

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Sweetheart Brownie Sundae

I MAKE this special treat for my family whenever there's a birthday or anniversary. Even without a special occasion, it...


Strawberry Ice Cream Charlotte

1 review

My family loves ice cream cake, so they were delighted when I first presented this dessert. It's light, delicious and...


Chocolate-Coffee Bean Ice Cream Cake

3 reviews

At our school, we celebrate faculty birthdays. I needed a quick recipe that would be appealing to everyone. This tall,...


Chocolate Framboise Parfaits

Having unexpected company? Make a fabulous dessert in minutes and relieve some of the stress of presenting a beautiful finish...

Springtime Strawberry Malts

2 reviews

Don't limit yourself to having a malt only when you go out. This refreshing beverage makes mealtime fun for the...


Raspberry Cheesecake Floats

I've yet to meet a cheesecake I didn't like! The flavors here of cream cheese and raspberries create an ideal...

Cinnamon-Strawberry Sundaes

1 review

Lime adds a delicious tang to this easy dessert. I'll never eat plain vanilla ice cream again! —Cory Roberts, Riverton,...


Cherry Bombs

You'll win praise for these clever cherry bombs. Serve them for a special occasion with a knife and dessert spoon....


Toffee-Crunch Coffee Sundaes

This fast, flavorful, foolproof fudge sauce made in the microwave has a secret ingredient: coffee ice cream. I created it...


Swiss Swirl Ice Cream Cake

8 reviews

With cake rolls, ice cream and hot fudge, this dessert suits anyone with a sweet tooth. Family and friends get...

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Black Forest Fudge Sauce

I've used this velvety fudge sauce studded with cherries for years, and everyone raves about it's addicting taste. This fudge...


Mocha Baked Alaskas

Make these baked Alaskas ahead of time—you can torch the completed desserts and freeze them up to 24 hours before...


Strawberry Cream Floats

4 reviews

When it starts warming up in Colorado, my kids ask for ice-cold treats. This rosy pink cream float is one...


Ladyfinger Ice Cream Cake

15 reviews

No one will believe you didn’t fuss when you bring out this show-stopping cake. On a hot summer day, it...


Brownie Affogato Sundaes

We can’t resist brownie sundaes. I combined an affogato (coffee-based beverage) idea with a brownie to get this decadent sundae...

Strawberry Ice Cream Dessert

2 reviews

This pretty, refreshing treat has been served many times at our church showers. We just love it.—Teresa Ryherd, Fairbank, Iowa


Butter Pecan Ice Cream Torte

2 reviews

A simple, nutty crust and smooth caramel sauce are all the preparation required for this impressive dessert. It will keep...


Easy Ice Cream Sundae Dessert

11 reviews

In summer, nothing's better than ice cream sundaes. We kids couldn't wait to dig into this tempting dessert. It's...


Sweetheart Sundaes

1 review

A creamy peanut butter sauce and cute chocolate garnishes turn plain ice cream into pretty parfaits. "This tempting dessert is...


Mini Neapolitan Baked Alaskas

1 review

Surprise—there's ice cream inside these tiny showstoppers! Dinner guests will be thrilled with the pretty presentation. —Taste of Home Test...


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Ice Cream Kolachkes

22 reviews

These sweet pastries have Polish and Czech roots and can also be spelled "kolaches." They are usually filled with poppy...