Dessert

Wow them with a rich, sweet treat that will keep them lingering long after dinner is done!

About Desserts

The word "dessert" alone is enough to make mouths water. Pies, cookies, cakes, tortes, sweet pizzas, tarts, bars, cookie cups and mini tartlets…just the thought of sweets like these makes dinner a distant memory! 

Featured Recipes

Crescent Macadamia Truffle Cups

It may be bite-size, but each little cup is big on flavor, with a nutty, chocolaty filling in a flaky crescent cup.

Prep Time: 40 min
Total Time: 3 hr

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Mock Lemon Meringue Bars

The difficulty of making and cutting through soft meringue in this classic bar has been eliminated ! Try this variation and see.

Prep Time: 15 min
Total Time: 2 hr 5 min

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Chocolate-Caramel Layer Bars

With a crust made from refrigerated chocolate chip cookie dough, these bars are layered with peanuts, cereal, milk chocolate and caramel to indulge any sweet tooth.

Prep Time: 20 min
Total Time: 1 hr 20 min

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Tips & Tricks

Dessert is the grand finale -- the most memorable part of the meal. No need to sweat it, though, as many desserts can be made ahead. 

A few tips to help make your dessert a sure-win hit:

  • Consider offering a dessert selection. That way, chocolate lovers will be ecstatic with French Silk Pie, for example, while those who don't dote on chocolate may rather choose a slice of apple crostada or lemon torte.
  • No time to host a dinner party? Host a dessert buffet instead! A selection of cookies, pies and bars are easily prepared in advance. Served with coffee and punch, it's an evening party pleaser that's a cinch to pull off!
  • Desserts are the perfect hostess gift! If you are invited to a gathering, bring a tin filled with pretty cookies or yummy bars. Tie with a ribbon and the recipe.
  • Celebrate a big birthday or special occasion with a giant cookie pizza! Use Pillsbury® refrigerated cookie dough as the base, bake and decorate with frosting and candies.
  • Presentation is everything! Drizzle chocolate or sauce on the plate before placing a slice of dessert on top. Sprinkle bars with powdered sugar, or drizzle caramel over a dollop of whipped cream.