Sweet Indulgences

Your Ultimate Guide to Irresistible Desserts: Favorite Recipes for Every Craving

Welcome to our sweet corner of the internet, where our passion for delightful desserts reigns supreme! Here at Dinners, Dishes, and Desserts, we have always had a special place in our hearts (and on our plates) for the perfect sweet treat. My personal sweet tooth has been legendary since childhood, and it naturally follows that dessert recipes hold a prominent and cherished spot on our blog. After all, it’s right there in our name, isn’t it? You can always expect a generous helping of deliciousness when you visit!

While my unwavering devotion is to all things chocolate – and you’ll undoubtedly notice this delightful theme as you explore my top picks – my husband often leans towards the bright, refreshing flavors of fruity and vanilla desserts. To cater to every palate and ensure everyone finds something to love, I’ve made sure to share a wonderful mix of both over the years. However, if I were left to my own devices, every single post would likely be an ode to chocolate, all the time. But for your enjoyment, and for the sake of marital harmony, this collection offers a balanced array of delectable delights. Get ready to discover your new favorite dessert, whether it’s a classic pie, fudgy brownies, a decadent cake, or something entirely new and exciting!

Here are 10 of my Favorite Dessert Recipes. Pie, brownies, cake and more!  Lots of delicious sweet treats! 
Classic, rich, creamy chocolate fudge that's incredibly easy to whip up and utterly irresistible.

4.80 from 5 votes

Fudge

Classic, rich, and intensely creamy chocolate fudge that’s incredibly easy to whip up and utterly irresistible. Perfect for holiday gifting, family gatherings, or simply satisfying a deep chocolate craving, this recipe ensures a smooth, melt-in-your-mouth experience that will vanish from any plate in record time. Its simplicity truly belies its decadent flavor, making it a staple for any sweet tooth.

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French Silk Pie - a rich and creamy chocolate pie with a layer of silky chocolate mousse topped with fresh whipped cream and chocolate shavings!

4.70 from 26 votes

French Silk Pie

Indulge in this truly luxurious French Silk Pie, featuring a crisp, buttery crust embracing a lavish layer of silky-smooth chocolate mousse. Crowned with billows of fresh whipped cream and delicate chocolate shavings, it’s a show-stopping dessert that promises an exquisite, rich chocolate experience with every forkful. Ideal for special occasions or when you simply crave elegance, this pie is a timeless masterpiece.

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skillet cookie

5 from 1 vote

Skillet Cookie

Experience pure dessert bliss with our Skillet Cookie: an ooey, gooey, warm chocolate chip cookie baked to perfection in a trusty cast-iron skillet. This indulgent treat is best served hot, generously topped with scoops of creamy vanilla ice cream, luxurious drizzles of hot fudge, a cloud of fluffy whipped cream, and any other delightful toppings your heart desires. This communal dessert is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for any gathering, offering comfort and joy in every delicious spoonful.
reeses fudge on a plate

3.88 from 140 votes

Reese’s Fudge

Prepare for an addictive treat with this Reese’s Fudge! A smooth, creamy peanut butter fudge forms the base, generously topped with a luscious layer of melted chocolate and extra swirls of peanut butter. This incredibly easy no-bake recipe is a dream come true for peanut butter and chocolate enthusiasts, offering an irresistible blend of flavors and textures that you’ll keep coming back to. It’s perfect for satisfying those sweet cravings anytime.
Triple Chocolate Brownie Skillet - warm, gooey, and lots of chocolate! {Dinners, Dishes, & Desserts}

5 from 2 votes

Triple Chocolate Brownie Skillet

A chocolate lover’s dream, this Triple Chocolate Brownie Skillet is a symphony of rich, fudgy brownies baked right in a warm cast-iron skillet. Featuring three distinct types of chocolate – often including dark, milk, and white chocolate chips – this dessert elevates the classic brownie to new heights of deliciousness, creating a warm, decadent treat that’s perfect for sharing (or not!). Pair it with a scoop of premium vanilla bean ice cream for the ultimate indulgence.
Peanut Butter Stuffed Brownies - rich, fudge brownies that are stuffed with peanut butter cups, topped with melted chocolate and more peanut butter cups!

4.50 from 134 votes

Peanut Butter Stuffed Brownies

Elevate your brownie game with these decadent Peanut Butter Stuffed Brownies. These ultra-rich, fudgy brownies are baked with a delightful surprise inside: whole peanut butter cups! They’re then crowned with more melted chocolate and additional peanut butter cups, making every bite an explosion of chocolate and peanut butter harmony. A truly irresistible dessert that’s surprisingly easy to make and perfect for any gathering.

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peanut butter brownie pizza on a plate

5 from 1 vote

Peanut Butter Brownie Pizza

This creative Peanut Butter Brownie Pizza reimagines dessert with a rich, fudgy brownie serving as the perfect, chewy crust. It’s then lavishly topped with a creamy peanut butter layer and an assortment of colorful peanut butter candies, making it a fun, customizable, and incredibly delicious dessert that’s perfect for parties, kids’ birthdays, or simply a festive family treat. Its unique presentation always draws a crowd!
Chocolate Cream Cake {Dinners, Dishes, and Desserts}

4.86 from 7 votes

Chocolate Cream Cake

Indulge in our exquisite Chocolate Cream Cake, a masterpiece of moist, rich chocolate cake layers enveloped in a light and irresistibly fluffy almond-flavored whipped cream “frosting.” This cake offers a sophisticated balance of deep chocolate richness and delicate almond sweetness, making it a perfect dessert for celebrations, special gatherings, or simply elevating an ordinary day into something extraordinary.
Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies are soft, fluffy, and full of chocolate and peanut butter!

4.52 from 943 votes

Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

Sink your teeth into these ultimate Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies – soft, wonderfully chewy, and bursting with the perfect blend of creamy peanut butter and rich, melty chocolate chips. These cookies are a beloved classic that brings comfort and joy with every bite, a guaranteed hit for any cookie lover and an absolute staple in our recipe collection. They are incredibly satisfying and simple to make, perfect for any occasion.

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cropped in picture of sheet cake cookies stacked on a white plate

5 from 1 vote

Texas Sheet Cake Cookies

Transform the beloved classic Texas Sheet Cake into these thick, fudgy, and utterly delightful Texas Sheet Cake Cookies. Each cookie is baked to perfection and then crowned with a smooth, slightly tangy chocolate icing, mirroring the traditional cake’s iconic flavor profile. Super easy to make, they offer all the decadent chocolate goodness of the cake in a convenient, portable cookie form – perfect for sharing at parties, potlucks, or enjoying as a personal indulgence.

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creme brulee in a ramikin

Creme Brulee

Master the art of this elegant Creme Brulee, a classic French dessert featuring a rich and velvety vanilla bean custard. This delightful dessert is perfectly contrasted with a dazzling, crackly caramelized sugar topping that shatters with a satisfying crunch. Easier to prepare than you might imagine, this sophisticated dessert is sure to impress your guests and leave a lasting impression with its luxurious texture and unforgettable flavor.
cropped close up of brownies on a white plate

4.52 from 58 votes

Chick-Fil-A Brownies

Recreate the magic of your favorite fast-food treat at home with these irresistible Chick-Fil-A Brownies. These incredibly fudgy, intensely chocolatey, and utterly delicious brownies taste just like the ones from the famous restaurant chain. Once you master this simple recipe, you’ll never need to buy them again, enjoying their comforting goodness whenever a craving strikes. Perfect for a nostalgic dessert or a satisfying chocolate fix!

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close up stack of raspberry bars on a white plate

5 from 2 votes

Raspberry Crumble Bars

Delight in the sweet and tart harmony of these Raspberry Crumble Bars. Featuring a buttery, soft base and a delectable crumble topping, these bars are brimming with the vibrant flavor of fresh raspberries. They’re the perfect seasonal dessert, ideal for showcasing the bounty of summer berries and providing a refreshingly sweet treat for any occasion. Easy to make and universally loved, they’re a must-try for fruit dessert enthusiasts.

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strawberry crisp without oats close up in a bowl with ice cream on top

Strawberry Crumble

Celebrate the freshness of spring and summer with our delightful Strawberry Crumble. This dessert features perfectly ripe, juicy strawberries nestled beneath a sweet, buttery brown sugar crumble topping. The textures play beautifully against each other – tender fruit and crispy topping. Serve it warm with a generous scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream, and you have a decadent, comforting treat that highlights the natural sweetness and slight tartness of fresh strawberries in every glorious bite.

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biscoff krispie treats stacked on a white plate

5 from 1 vote

Biscoff Rice Krispie Treats

Add an exciting, gourmet twist to a beloved childhood favorite with these Biscoff Rice Krispie Treats. The irresistible, spiced caramel flavor of Biscoff cookie spread deeply infuses the classic marshmallow and crispy rice cereal mixture, creating a uniquely delicious and highly addictive no-bake treat. This easy, no-bake recipe is a fantastic way to elevate your snack game and surprise your taste buds with something truly special.

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cropped in peanut butter oatmeal bars with chocolate frosting stacked on a plate

4.44 from 262 votes

Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars

These comforting Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars are a dream for anyone seeking a soft, chewy, and richly flavored dessert. Packed with wholesome oats and an abundance of luscious peanut butter, they are typically crowned with a smooth, sweet chocolate frosting, adding another layer of indulgence. Made with simple pantry ingredients, these bars are a crowd-pleaser that’s both easy to prepare and incredibly hard to resist, perfect for snacking or a satisfying treat.

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Magic Cookie Bars - These bars come together in one pan and are so easy to make.  Layers of graham crackers, chocolate, butterscotch, coconut, nuts and sweetened condensed milk.

4.70 from 10 votes

Magic Cookie Bars

Discover the sheer magic of these incredibly easy-to-make Magic Cookie Bars, also famously known as Seven-Layer Bars. All the delicious layers come together effortlessly in a single pan, featuring a buttery graham cracker crust, generous amounts of melty chocolate and butterscotch chips, tender shredded coconut, crunchy nuts, and a luscious drizzle of sweetened condensed milk binding it all together. Each bite is a delightful symphony of textures and flavors, making these bars an absolute crowd-pleaser and a truly effortless indulgence.

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square image of peanut butter cup cookies

4.55 from 176 votes

Reese’s Peanut Butter Cookies

For the ultimate chocolate and peanut butter aficionados, these Reese’s Peanut Butter Cookies are an absolute must-try. These soft, thick, and utterly delicious peanut butter cookies are generously studded with both rich chocolate chips and whole Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, creating an explosive flavor profile and delightful texture in every bite. They are the quintessential indulgent treat, perfect for satisfying the deepest cravings and bringing smiles to everyone’s faces.

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Close-up of a slice of Peanut Butter Cream Pie with layers of graham cracker crust, chocolate, peanut butter, and whipped cream.

4.62 from 34 votes

Peanut Butter Cream Pie

Our Peanut Butter Cream Pie is a harmonious blend of tantalizing textures and irresistible flavors. It starts with a perfectly crisp graham cracker crust, followed by a smooth layer of rich, melted chocolate, then an incredibly creamy, fluffy peanut butter filling, all crowned with a generous dollop of fresh whipped cream. This delightful no-bake pie is a perfect dessert for impressing guests with minimal effort, offering a satisfying and decadent experience.

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Butterscotch Blondies - soft and chewy blonde brownies that are loaded with butterscotch!  A buttery and sweet treat that is easy to make!

4.52 from 92 votes

Butterscotch Blondies

Indulge in these delightful Butterscotch Blondies – incredibly soft and chewy “blonde” brownies that are generously loaded with rich, buttery butterscotch chips. This sweet treat offers a wonderfully deep, caramel-like flavor that’s both comforting and satisfying. Easy to make and universally loved, these blondies are a fantastic alternative to chocolate brownies and a perfect go-to recipe for any occasion when you crave a little buttery sweetness.

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Close up of a cream puff dusted with powdered sugar on a platter with more cream puffs in the background.

4.75 from 4 votes

Cream Puffs

Unlock the secrets to making light, airy, and utterly delectable homemade cream puffs (profiteroles) from scratch. Our easy-to-follow recipe guides you through creating the perfect choux pastry, which is then generously filled with fluffy whipped cream, just like you’d find in a high-end bakery. These elegant, delightful treats are surprisingly simple to master and guaranteed to impress with their delicate texture and rich, creamy filling, making them a fantastic dessert for any gathering or afternoon tea.

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A tray of cookies

4.59 from 148 votes

Easy No Bake Avalanche Cookies

Whip up a batch of these incredibly Easy No Bake Avalanche Cookies with just four simple ingredients and five minutes of your time! Inspired by the famous Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory’s Avalanche Bark, these cookies offer a delightful blend of sweet white chocolate, crunchy peanuts, and chewy marshmallows, all without ever turning on the oven. A perfect last-minute treat for any occasion, they are satisfyingly sweet and delightfully textural.

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Nutella Skillet Cookie - a nutella based chocolate chip cookie baked into a cast iron skillet, with a layer of nutella in the middle!

5 from 7 votes

Nutella Skillet Cookie

Indulge your Nutella obsession with this sensational Nutella Skillet Cookie. This isn’t just any chocolate chip cookie; it’s a rich, Nutella-infused dough baked to gooey perfection in a cast-iron skillet, featuring an extra decadent layer of Nutella baked right into the center! Served warm, perhaps with a generous scoop of vanilla ice cream, it’s a delightful, gooey dessert that takes comfort food to a luxurious, hazelnut-chocolate infused level.

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A close up of a piece of cake on a plate, with Fudge

4.54 from 39 votes

M&M Chocolate Oat Bars

M&M Chocolate Oat Bars feature a comforting brown sugar oatmeal cookie base, creating a wonderfully chewy foundation. Nestled in the middle is a luscious layer of smooth chocolate fudge, adding an intense depth of flavor. The bars are then generously topped with colorful, crunchy M&M’s, making them visually appealing and extra fun to eat. This delicious treat is perfect for any occasion, from school lunchboxes to festive parties, and is sure to be a hit with both kids and adults.

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close up slice of chocolate meringue cake

5 from 1 vote

Chocolate Pavlova

Elevate your dessert repertoire with this elegant Chocolate Pavlova. This exquisite dessert features a delicate, light, and airy chocolate meringue shell, which provides a beautiful crisp exterior and a wonderfully chewy, marshmallowy interior. It’s generously layered with a velvety, almond-flavored whipped cream, creating an over-the-top delicious and visually stunning treat that’s perfect for a sophisticated finish to any meal or a special celebration.

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So there you have it – a magnificent array of my most beloved dessert recipes, the very treats that are made over and over again in my kitchen and consistently bring joy to my family and friends. You might have noticed the delightful trend of chocolate and peanut butter making frequent appearances, and honestly, that’s a flavor combination I don’t see myself tiring of anytime soon! From rich, fudgy brownies and creamy pies to delightful cookies and elegant cakes, this collection offers something truly special for every kind of sweet craving.

Whether you’re planning a grand celebration, a cozy family dinner, or simply seeking a little everyday indulgence, these recipes are tried-and-true favorites that promise delicious results. Each one is crafted to be approachable, ensuring that home bakers of all skill levels can create memorable desserts. I invite you to explore these recipes, get creative with your toppings, and most importantly, savor every sweet moment.

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Here are 10 of my Favorite Dessert Recipes. Pie, brownies, cake and more!  Lots of delicious sweet treats!