Desserts recipes

Homemade cakes, pies, cookies and no-bake sweets, from simple loaf cakes to dinner-party showpieces. Angel food cake appears in several forms, including cupcakes and a gluten-free version, alongside pineapple upside down cake, tres leches, lemon pound cake and dulce de leche cheesecake.

Sweet potato pie turns up with pecan, praline and maple whipped toppings, and the cookie recipes range from a classic chocolate chip to a three-ingredient pumpkin cookie. Short on time? Try a mug brownie, brownie cupcakes made from a mix, or Cool Whip pudding frosting. Cheesecakes, trifles and the patriotic berry dessert need several hours to chill, so plan those the day before.

Many cakes and pies are written for 8 to 16 servings, which suits holidays and gatherings.

Carrot Cake Ice Cream with Cream Cheese Swirl

Creamy Carrot Cake Ice Cream

5.00 (6 Ratings)

Spiced and creamy Carrot Cake Ice Cream. Removing moisture from the carrots prevents ice crystals for a smooth result. Great for spring celebrations.

Sweet Potato and Praline Pie with Almond Flour

Sweet Potato and Praline Pie

4.60 (5 Ratings)

The Logic Behind the Texture explains how protein balance stops rubbery fillings. This Sweet Potato and Praline Pie is for bakers seeking precision.

Caramelized Roasted Sweet Potato Pie

Roasted Sweet Potato Pie

4.33 (6 Ratings)

Oven roasting concentrates the sugars in this Roasted Sweet Potato Pie. Check the quick recipe specs for this treat ready in 6 hours and 25 minutes.

Sweet Potato Pie Filling: Roasted

Sweet Potato Pie Filling: Roasted

4.75 (4 Ratings)

Boiling potatoes often leads to a watery texture. This Sweet Potato Pie Filling uses roasting to caramelize sugars, explained in the Why High Heat Wins section.

Old Fashioned Sweet Potato Pecan Pie

Sweet Potato Pecan Pie

4.83 (6 Ratings)

Ready in 1h 20min, this Sweet Potato Pecan Pie is a comforting classic. It includes a detailed guide on how to make it for a smooth filling and crunchy topping.

Orange Dream Angel Food Cake in 65 Minutes

Orange Dream Angel Food Cake

4.67 (3 Ratings)

Bright citrus Orange Dream Angel Food Cake. It includes a guide on why the structure holds for an airy result. Great for sunny summer gatherings.

Lemon Meringue Angel Cake with Lemon Curd

Lemon Meringue Angel Cake

4.80 (5 Ratings)

Learn why this cake stays airy with our precision pH balance guide. This Lemon Meringue Angel Cake is for bakers who want professional results.

Lemon Curd Angel Food Cake: Technical Guide

Lemon Curd Angel Food Cake

4.67 (3 Ratings)

Ready in 1 hour, Lemon Curd Angel Food Cake. Technical recipe specs help you maintain a stable protein foam for a light and airy, cloud-like result.

Desserts with Angel Food Cake and Cherry Pudding

Desserts with Angel Food Cake

4.75 (4 Ratings)

Check out the Bringing It Together section for assembly tips. These Desserts with Angel Food Cake are ideal for those hosting a large dinner party.

Angel Food Bundt Cake from Scratch

Angel Food Bundt Cake

4.40 (5 Ratings)

Our guide includes exact baking steps for a spongy result. This Angel Food Bundt Cake is for home bakers who want a light, cloud-like dessert from scratch.

Cherry Angel Food Cake: Airy Sponge

Cherry Angel Food Cake

5.00 (2 Ratings)

Cherry Angel Food Cake offers a light sponge with a tart fruit finish. The How to Make It section ensures a stable meringue. Ready in 2 hours.

Weightless Mini Angel Food Cakes

Mini Angel Food Cakes

5.00 (5 Ratings)

Home bakers craving Mini Angel Food Cakes will love these. The physics of air section explains how to keep them light and fluffy without collapsing.