Desserts

Maxine Griggs of Sedalia, Missouri won a state fair pie contest with this pretty lattice-topped entry. "It features a trio...

This light egg custard recipe comes from a missionary friend who lives in Mexico. It's very typical of the Southwest...and...

Homemade pudding reminds me of my grandma and how she turned milk and eggs into creamy textures before my eyes....

My mom often made these cute cupcakes when I was young. They go over just as well now when I...

Shortcake is one of the greatest desserts, especially when using fresh strawberries. These chocolate strawberry shortcakes are a great treat...

With an oh-so-chocolaty crust, a crispy, crunchy topping and soft cream cheese filling, these delectable bars are over-the-top indulgent. —Janet...

"When our daughter requested this fancy layered cake for her birthday, I was afraid it would be difficult to make,"...

This rich dessert is not pudding in the American sense of the word. The moist, spiced cake is loaded with...

When I give these as gifts, they’re gone in a flash! I make them ahead when it’s convenient because they...

With six ingredients and a
prepared graham cracker crust, this pie is easy to make and
luscious, too....

Hungry for harvesttime? This tasty cake puts the season's best in the spotlight. Featuring apples, walnuts, spices and toffee bits...

Mildred Sherrer's comforting fruit crisp is a pared-down version of one her mother used to fix. "I made it healthier...

"It's hard to resist this elegant treat with its sweet cherry flavor and fun crunchy crust," writes Bernardine Adamson of...

Mom is well-known for her holiday cookies, candies and cakes. This delicious dessert starts conveniently with a cake mix and...

"This fruity treat has been an all-time favorite with my family for years," says Johanna Gimmeson, Powell, Wyoming. Use an...

This Hungarian pastry has always been a family favorite. The dough is rich and soft , and the layers of...

Writes Kim Stoller of Smithville, Ohio, "When I make these bars for lunches and snacks, they're gone in a jiffy!"

Field editor Sharon Evans of Clear Lake, Iowa reports. "This high cake won a blue ribbon for 'best chiffon cake'...

If you love chocolate, you won't be able to resist this rich, fudgy torte. I often make it for company...

With a pleasant pumpkin flavor, caramel and almonds, this rich and creamy pudding from our Test Kitchen tastes decadent, but...

I can still remember my grandma serving this delicious cake on the big wooden table in her farm kitchen. Every...

I discovered this recipe tucked away in a box of my mother's things. It's such a sweet way to remember...

Lemon and rosemary make these luscious treats a sweet surprise for a few friends. —Malorie Harris, Wildomar, California

I brought these savory-sweet pretzels to a family gathering, and they disappeared from the dessert tray before dessert was even...

I often brown the topping for this special-occasion pie under the broiler to give it extra eye appeal. Watch it...

Evelyn Kennell of Roanoke, Illinois sends the recipe for Ample Brown Betty. It's great for using leftover bread.

Here's a quick, airy dessert so versatile, you can whip it up for almost any season or holiday-just by varying...

Our family loves fresh strawberries, so I look for different ways to use them. This tempting, yummy dessert has sweet...

I always get compliments when I bring this attractive and tasty trifle out of the refrigerator. Not only does it...