If you have kids, dessert is usually considered the best part of a meal. After all, what child doesn't like an ooey, gooey, or sweet and satisfying dessert recipe? For me, the best dessert recipes are the ones that I can share with my entire family but still enjoy myself. These Amazing Desserts to Impress are all family-friendly and are certain to be a fan favorite no matter which recipe you match them with.
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950+ Amazing Desserts to Impress
Some of these dessert recipes are perfect for picnics. Others are better suited as holiday dessert recipes. Still, some are only toppings that you will need to combine with other things to make the perfect dessert. No matter which you choose though, you're sure to be in Heaven once you try our favorite dessert recipes!
Air Fryer Apple Pie Egg Rolls Recipe – Air Fryer Apple Pie Eggrolls is the super simple healthier version of our popular recipe cutting cut out the oil they were deep-fried in!
Amazing Apple Pie Jam Recipe with Canning Instructions – Putting this one break makes it a dessert, or over ice cream!
Apple Cake Roll – This Apple Cake Roll recipe is a fall crowd pleaser. Its the perfect apple dessert recipe for your holiday parties and easy to make.
Apple Pies Miniatures – Craving the taste of apple pie, but don't want to serve an entire pie? Serve this single-serving Miniature Apple Pies instead!
Apple Pie Oatmeal Cookie Recipe – Who says you can't have apple pie in a cookie? These Apple Pie Oatmeal Cookie Recipe prove you can!
Baked Funfetti Donuts – Do you like Funfetti cake mix? If so, bake up a batch of these Baked Funfetti Donuts!
Banana Bread Breakfast Cookies – Everyone loves a good cookie and these Easy Banana Bread Breakfast Cookies are a great dessert or breakfast recipe!
Blackberry Dump Cake Recipe – These are 3 easy ingredients that you dump into the pan and cook!
Blueberry Recipes That Are Mouth-watering – Blueberries aren't just for summer! These 27 Mouth-Watering Blueberry Desserts Roundup are perfect for any time of the year!
Brownie Trifle Dessert Recipe – Love brownies? Combine them with a trifle in this easy Brownie Trifle Dessert Recipe for a tasty dessert the entire family will love!
Buckeye Candy Recipe – Have you ever eaten a buckeye? Peanut butter and a secret ingredient dipped in chocolate make up this amazing Homemade Candy Buckeyes Recipe!
Candy Cane Fudge – Peppermint and fudge and mix them together for this awesome-looking and tasting dessert.
Candy Cane S’mores Recipe – I LOVE smores and have had many variations and this one is perfect for winter!
Candy Corn Jello Shots – This is an adult version but they look amazing!
Canning Apple Butter Recipe and Tips – Lover of Apple Butter? Me too! Here is my favorite recipe and tips on Canning Apple Butter to make your experience the best!
Churro Waffles Recipe – Yes waffles are normally breakfast, but churros are dessert so this is a breakfast dessert hybrid!
Cinnamon Toast Crunch Shooters Dessert Drink – Cinnamon Toast Crunch lovers rejoice! This dessert drink is perfect for you. It has the perfect amount of sweetness and you can beat the frosting…
Chocolate Cherry Brownies – Another favorite for brownie fans, these Homemade Chocolate Cherry Brownies are the perfect after-dinner treat!
Chocolate Chip Muffin in a Jar – Looking for a twist on a classic chocolate chip muffin? This Chocolate Chip Muffin In a Jar Recipe is perfect!
Chocolate Covered Strawberries, Pink and White – Celebrating Valentine's Day or just looking for a romantic and cute dessert recipe for date night? These Pink and White Chocolate Covered Strawberries are sure to please!
Chocolate Football Cupcakes Recipe – Have a football-themed birthday party or tailgating soon? These are the perfect addition to your party!
Cherry Jello Poke Cake – Heading to a picnic? Grab this Patriotic Summertime Cherry Jello Poke Cake recipe and you'll be the hit of the party!
Chocolate Baked Guinness Donut Recipe with Baileys Glaze – Popular on St Patrick's day but this chocolate goodness is good all year long!
Chocolate Cake in the Instant Pot Recipe – Chocolate cake make in the Instant Pot, is easy and yummy!
Chocolate Zucchini Brownies Recipe – Zucchini is amazing no matter how you cook it, but when you make this Chocolate Zucchini Brownies even the kids will love it!
Chocolate Roses – Rich Chocolate Roses Recipe perfect for mothers day! Have your kids help make these for Mom as a special treat! Each rose will be unique and special.
Cookie Ice Cream Red White and Blue Sandwiches Recipe – Another Patriotic favorite, this Red White and Blue Cookie Ice Cream Sandwiches Recipe are perfect for the 4th of July or Labor Day BBQs!
Copycat Chick Fil A Chocolate Chip Cookies – Craving Chick-Fil-A cookies, but don't want to spend the money? These are The BEST Copycat Chick Fil A Chocolate Chip Cookies you will ever try!
Copycat Thin Mint Recipe – Craving Girl Scout cookies, but there are no Girl Scouts around? Make this Copy Cat Thin Mint Recipe instead!
Chocolate Roses Recipe – Looking for a gift for the woman in your life that is as unique as it is tasty? Go for this Rich Chocolate Roses Recipe!
Copycat Melting Pot Dark Chocolate Raspberry Fondue – Dark chocolate and raspberry fondue? Yes! This Copy Cat Melting Pot Dark Chocolate Raspberry Fondue is the perfect sweet treat!
Copycat Melting Pot Yin & Yang Chocolate Fondue – Yin and Yang go together like…well, yin and yang, and this Copy Cat Melting Pot Yin & Yang Chocolate Fondue is the perfect combination!
Copycat Mound Bars Recipe – Here's another delicious recipe for you chocolate lovers! These Copycat Mound Bars will hit your sweet tooth just right!
Copycat Paula Deen Monkey Bread – A simple customizable recipe for all occasions. This Paula Deen Monkey Bread is just the dessert recipe you need for your next gathering.
Copycat Wendy's Frosty Recipe – Why pay for it when you can make it at home? This Wendy's Frosty Copycat Recipe tastes just like the real thing!
Dutch Apple Pie Recipe – This is my dad's favorite of the Amazing Desserts to Impress. Every time a pie plate from him I know what he wants!
Easter Candy Cupcakes – Have leftover Easter Candy? Make these Easter Candy Cupcakes and make sure it doesn't go to waste!
Eggnog Cookies Recipe – This is the best eggnog cookies recipes and perfect for the holidays! Why? It all has to do with the eggnog frosting! You will see why!
Firecracker Vanilla Cupcakes – Celebrate the 4th of July in style with these delicious Firecracker Vanilla Cupcakes!
Freezer Blueberry Jam Recipe – Having ice cream? Make up this Easy Freezer Blueberry Jam Recipe to have as an ice cream topping! It's delicious and proves that jam is great for more than toast!
Freezer Strawberry Jam – Having ice cream or pancakes? Use this Easy Strawberry Freezer Jam for a delicious topping!
French Silk Pie Recipe – If you love chocolate and you love pie, you'll adore this delectable French Silk Pie Recipe!
Fried Apple Pie Egg Rolls – Egg rolls might not seem like they fit into a list of dessert recipes, but these Fried Apple Pie Egg Rolls sure do! Get the taste of apple pie in an easy egg roll!
Fruity Pebbles Cupcakes – Fruity Pebbles aren't just for breakfast! These Fun Fruity Pebbles Cupcakes are great at any time of the day!
Green Striped Chocolate Covered Oreos – Oreo fans will love this one! These Green Stripe Chocolate Covered Oreos are amazing and are sure to satisfy any craving for Oreos.
Grilled Desserts – Did you know you can make dessert recipes on the grill? You can and these Grilled Desserts prove it!
Hot Chocolate Lasagna Icebox Cake – Hot Chocolate Lasagna Icebox Cake became an instant favorite in my home and it will yours too. It is so addicting, make it if you dare!
Hershey's Double Chocolate No-Churn Ice Cream – Chocolate ice cream is made from Hershey's Chocolate and it's easy no-churn!
Homemade Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups Bars – I love making these for my Christmas Candy Tins. My homemade Reese's peanut butter cups bars are a win-win for everyone! Make them this year.
Jack-O-Lantern S'mores Trifle – Celebrate Halloween in style with this Jack-O-Lantern S'mores Trifle recipe!
Jello Firecrackers – Need a great and easy dessert to celebrate a Patriotic holiday? These Jello FireCrackers are perfect! This 150+ Amazing Desserts to Impress comes with a kid's version and an adult-only version. Your welcome!
Jello Orange Slices – Looking for a quick and easy snack or dessert for the kids? These Jello Orange Slices are perfect!
Kahlua Fudge Recipe – This Kahlua Fudge Recipe is one of our most popular recipes for a reason! It's creamy and delicious and perfect for any time of the year!
Key Lime Pie Homemade – Love Key Lime Pie but want to simplify the process? Head over and check out this Easy Homemade Key Lime Pie recipe!
Kiwi Cream Tarts Recipe – Do you love Kiwi? If so, you'll want to make this one! These are the most amazing kiwi tarts you'll ever try!
Kiwi Fruit Popsicles – Another amazing popsicle recipe, these Kiwi Fruit Popsicles are delicious at any time of the year!
Kiwi Tart Recipe – Looking for some great summer fruit tart recipes? This Kiwi cream tart recipe is easy to make tastes amazing and is a great way to get kids to eat kiwi!
Kool-Aid Patriotic Cupcakes – Show your patriotism by whipping up a batch of these Patriotic Kool-Aid Cupcakes!
Kool-Aid Patriotic Snow Cones – Celebrating the 4th? Cool the kids off with these Kool-Aid Patriotic Snow Cones!
“Labor Inducing” Labor Cookies Recipe – Ready to have your baby and looking for a sweet way to do it? Try this “Labor Inducing” Labor Cookies Recipe
Lemon Depression Cake Recipe – This recipe was popular during the Great Depression when dairy was hard to come by!
Mardi Gras Cupcake Recipe – Celebrating Mardi Gras? Add this Mardi Gras Cupcake Recipe to your must-make desserts!
Monster Cookies Recipe – Ready for a new type of cookie? This Easy Monster Cookies Recipe is great for any cookie lover!
M&M Cake Batter Cookies – These cookies are great because you can switch out the colors to go with any holiday or theme.
No Bake Hot Chocolate Lasagna Icebox Cake – Hot Chocolate Lasagna Icebox Cake became an instant favorite in my home and it will be yours too. It is so addicting, make it if you dare!
No-Bake Oreos Meltaway Recipe – If you love Oreos, you'll want to give these No-Bake Oreo Meltaways Recipe a try!
Orange Crush Cupcakes – Ready for a new cupcake recipe? Give these Orange Crush Cupcakes a try!
Oreo Cake in a Jar – Jar recipes are super popular because they make great gifts. The next time you're making one, be sure to add this No Bake Oreo Cake In a Jar to your list!
Oreo Cookie Cupcakes – These Oreo Cookie Cupcakes are perfect for any Oreo lover! Chocolatey and combined with your favorite crushed cookie!
Oreo Cookie Recipe – If you are looking for the best Oreo Cookie Recipe this is it. You can't beat chocolate covered Oreos and these are one of the best!
Oreos Dipped in Red White & Blue – Ready for an easy patriotic dessert recipe? Give these Red White & Blue Dipped Oreos a try!
Oreo Rice Krispie Treats Recipe – These chewy, gooey, and chocolatey Oreo Rice Krispie Treats put a fun spin on your favorite cereal dessert bar.
Oreo Dirt Pie Recipe – This is our most popular EVER of the Amazing Desserts to Impress list! Cake, pudding, Oreos, and YUM!
Oreo Holiday Truffles – Another Oreo recipe that will soon be a favorite! Be sure to add these Holiday Oreo Truffles to your Christmas recipes this year!
Oreo Pudding Pops- Can you tell I love Oreo recipes? These Frozen Oreo Pudding Pops are one of my absolute favorites!
Oreo Recipes the Ultimate List – This girl LOVES all things Oreos so Yes I have a list of my favorite Oreo recipes!
Patriotic Kool Aid Cupcakes– These fun Patriotic Kool Aid Cupcakes are greats to make with the kiddos and so easy.
Peach Cobbler Cinnamon Coffee Cake – If you love peaches, you'll want to try this coffee cake for sure! It has the flavor of an old-fashioned coffee cake with the sweet addition of peaches.
Peach Crisp Mini in a Jar – Skip the large baking dish and make this Mini Peach Crisp in a Jar instead!
Peanut Butter Sheet Cake – If you've ever had chocolate sheet cake, you will love this Peanut Butter Texas Sheet Cake recipe!
Peppermint Bark – This Peppermint Bark will be a favorite for all you holiday candy peppermint lovers.
Peppermint Brownies Recipe – Looking for a great holiday recipe that isn't candy? Try this Peppermint Brownies recipe!
Peppermint Patty Stuffed Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe – Love chocolate chip cookies? How about peppermint patties? Why not combine the two as this Peppermint Patty Stuffed Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe does?
Peppermint Snow Cookies – We made these Peppermint Snow cookies by accident but liked them even more then the intended recipe so we're hoping you will too!
Pink Lemonade Rice Krispie Treats – Craving a taste of summer? Make this Pink Lemonade Rice Krispie Treats today!
Pumpkin Roll With Cream Cheese Filling Recipe – No Thanksgiving or fall table is complete without a pumpkin dessert recipe. This Pumpkin Roll With Cream Cheese Filling Recipe is the best I've ever tasted!
Pumpkin Spice Cake Balls Recipe – Looking for a great way to celebrate fall? This is a perfect way! They're filled with an amazing pumpkin spice flavor that the whole family will love!
Pumpkin Spice Truffles Recipe – It's like pumpkin spice candy and it's so good!
Pumpkin Spice Whoopie Pies Homemade – Ever wanted to make your own pumpkin whoopie pies? Head over here and you can learn How to Make Pumpkin Whoopie Pies Recipe in just a few steps!
Pumpkin Smores Cake Recipe – If you’re already a big fan of both pumpkin pie and s’mores, it’s safe to bet that you’re gonna love this Pumpkin S’mores Cake recipe.
Purple Mardi Gras Cupcakes Recipe – This Mardi Gras cupcakes recipe is perfect for any Mardi Gras party! It's super fun and easy to make! Plus you can't beat the color!
Rainbow Cake in a Jar – Surprise everyone at the dinner table with this Rainbow Cake in a Jar recipe! Super cute and easy to make all in a single jar!
Red Velvet Donuts – These donuts are perfect for Valentine's Day being red and all but you can easily change the frosting for any time of year!
Reese's Pieces Monster Cookies – Do you like Reese's Pieces? If so, these Reese's Pieces Monster Cookies should be high on your “to try” list!
Reindeer Kisses – These Reindeer Kisses couldn't be any easier to make, they take 5 minutes and that's it!
Rice Krispie Treats Footballs – Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats shaped like footballs!
Rice Krispie Treat Presents – Having a holiday party? These Rice Krispie Treat Presents are the perfect snack and decoration combined!
Root Beer Cupcakes With Cream Soda Frosting – If you love root beer, these Root Beer Cupcakes With Cream Soda Frosting are sure to “float” your boat!
Root beer Cupcakes Recipe- Love root beer but don't want to take the time to make a cupcake recipe from scratch like the one above? Opt for this Root beer Cupcakes Recipe that uses a regular cake mix instead!
Rudolph Cookies – Looking for a super fun and easy Christmas cookie recipe that the kids can help you with? These Rudolph Cookies are easy and yummy and look so darn cute!
Shamrock Shaped Chocolate Brownies Recipe – These can really be cut into any shape for any holiday!
Snickers Peanut Butter Brownies – Snickers fans rejoice! These Snickers Peanut Butter Brownies recipe combines the best of Snickers and peanut butter to create an amazing treat!
Snickerdoodle Cookies Old Fashion Recipe – This is an old fashion recipe that everyone will love.
Sour Patch Grapes – If you like Sour Patch Kids, these Sour Patch Grapes should be right up your alley!
S'mores Cake in a Jar Recipe – When it comes to a dessert that you can’t beat, give these S’mores Cake in a Jar a try. They also make a great gift!
Strawberry Banana & Grape Popsicles – Super easy strawberry banana and grape popsicles every kid is sure to love! I naturally sweet treat great for hot summer days!
Strawberry Shortcake Popsicles – Who says strawberry shortcake has to be served on a plate? These Strawberry Shortcake Popsicles are the perfect summer treat!
Strawberry Smores – Craving something different? These Easy Strawberry S'mores are just what you need! It's a new twist on an old favorite!
Upside Down Strawberry Shortcake Recipe – This sweet, buttery, and fruity upside-down strawberry shortcake is the loveliest spring and summer dessert!
Vanilla Bean Starbucks Scones Recipe – If you love Starbucks, you'll love this Copycat Starbucks Vanilla Bean Scone Recipe!
Vanilla Firecracker Cupcakes – My kids love these firecracker cupcakes. I love that my friends and family think I'm some cupcake master when I make these! Really they are super simple!
Watermelon Cupcake Recipe – Ready to celebrate summer in style? Give these Watermelon Cupcakes a try!
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10 Rainbow St Patricks Day Dessert Recipes – Enjoy St Patrick's day with these festive Rainbow St Patrick's day dessert recipes. Fun for all ages and the kids can help as well!
15 Peeps Easter Recipes – Peeps aren't just for eating alone, these 15 Peeps Easter Recipes bring new life to an old favorite!
24 St. Patrick’s Day Dessert Recipes – St. Patrick's Day dessert recipes are so much fun! These are all kid-approved and delicious. What will you make this St. Patrick's Day?
25 Delicious Apple Recipes – No fall table is complete without an apple recipe. These 25 Delicious Apple Dessert Recipes are sure to fit the bill!
25 Valentine's Day Dessert Ideas You Will Love – Desserts perfect for Valentine's Day! Pinks and Reds and crazy easy recipes that look amazing!
30 Saint Patrick's Day Recipes – Celebrating Saint Paddy's Day? These 30 St. Patrick's Day Dessert Recipes are perfect for any party!
141 Amazing Must Try Easy Easter Desserts – If Easter is on the way, you'll want to make sure you have an amazing recipe for dinner. These 141 Amazing Must Try Easy Easter Desserts are just what you're looking for! They're perfect for ringing in spring!
10 Delicious Apple Recipes – Apples are great for fall but you can also use them for any season and dessert.
63 No Churn Ice Cream Recipes -With No-Churn Ice Cream Recipes, you can make your own delicious ice cream at home without ever having to step foot in an ice cream shop.
110 St. Patrick's Day Dessert Recipes– You can't go wrong with these St. Patrick's Day Dessert Recipes, so many delicious choices you'll want to make them all!
41 St Patricks Day Recipes for Kids– St Patricks Day Dessert Recipes For Kids are so much fun! These are kid-approved and delicious! What will you make this St. Patrick's Day?
Easy and Quick Christmas Cookies – Christmas baking doesn't have to be difficult, these quick Christmas cookies are simple to make so you can get back to the important things.
Colorful Christmas Cookies Recipes – These colorful Christmas cookies are the perfect way to brighten up your holiday. They're festive, fun, and best of all – delicious!
Chocolate Strawberry Love Birds for Valentine's Day – Looking for a fun treat to make with your kids for Valentine's Day? These simple but adorable chocolate strawberry love birds are perfect.
30 Christmas Candy Recipes – Gearing up for Christmas early is what we all try to do. This year, I gathered all my favorite Christmas Candy recipes to have in one place.
Over 55 Top Patriotic Dessert Recipes – We have gathered up a great list of Patriotic Dessert Recipes for you to enjoy for your next holiday celebration. Which will you make first?
141 Amazing Must Try Easy Easter Desserts – Skip the boring old Easter desserts and try something new from our amazing list of over 140 desserts you and your family will love.
100+ Valentine's Day Dessert Ideas You Will Love – Looking for the best Valentine's Day dessert ideas? Everything from classic cookies and brownies to a Cappuccino Creme Brulee found here.
23 of The Best Candy Cane and Peppermint Recipes – Donuts, ice cream, cookies, popcorn, hot chocolate, brownies and more!! These are some of the best peppermint recipes you can find.
20 of the Best Christmas Cookies Recipes – These are the best Christmas cookie recipes I have found! Make sure to get the kiddos involved after all what kid doesn't love Christmas cookies!
25 Delicious Apple Dessert Recipes – There are so many things you can make out of apples so make sure to check out this list for Apple Dessert Recipes.
Which one of these Amazing Desserts to Impress are you looking forward to trying out?