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20 Desserts So Good They’ll Ruin Your Diet

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If you’re a dessert lover, you’re in for a treat! We’ve rounded up 20 mouthwatering recipes that range from no-bake delights like Oreo Truffles and Chocolate Peanut Butter Cheesecake to show-stopping bakes like Pumpkin Bundt Cake and New York Cheesecake. Whether you’re craving something fruity, chocolaty, or downright indulgent, this list has it all. Perfect for any occasion—or no occasion at all—these desserts are guaranteed to satisfy your sweet tooth and impress your guests. Let’s dive into these irresistible creations!

Oreo Truffles

Close-up of a chocolate truffle, bitten to reveal a dark, rich filling—a creation straight from gourmet chocolate recipes. It's placed in a white paper cup with other similar truffles in the background. The surface of the chocolate is smooth and glossy, with a drizzle on top.
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Oreo Truffles are a simple, three-ingredient dessert that’s perfect for any occasion. Easy to make and irresistibly delicious, they’re a crowd favorite at parties!

Get The Recipe: Oreo Truffles

Chocolate Peanut Butter No-Bake Cheesecake

A slice of chocolate peanut butter pie is on a plate and there are fork marks where a bite has been taken out.
Photo credit: The Cookie Rookie

This indulgent Chocolate Peanut Butter No-Bake Cheesecake starts with a buttery graham cracker crust. Forget the oven, because this no-bake dessert is so easy to make!
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Peanut Butter No-Bake Cheesecake

Snickerdoodle Bars

A stack of cinnamon sugar Snickerdoodle Bars takes center stage, surrounded by more delectable pieces. These bar-style treats boast a golden brown finish with a sugary, cinnamon coating on top. Perfectly cut into squares, they belong in any Bar & Brownie Recipes collection.
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Obsessed with Snickerdoodle Bars? These chewy, buttery treats topped with a crackly cinnamon-sugar layer are pure dessert magic! Perfect for any occasion, they’re irresistibly delicious, incredibly easy to make, and guaranteed to disappear fast.

Get The Recipe: Snickerdoodle Bars

Coconut Cupcakes

A closeup of a chocolate cupcake with lots of chocolate frosting and sprinkles on top. There are more cupcakes around it.
Photo credit: Kylee Cooks

These fluffy and rich Coconut Cupcakes are topped with a homemade buttercream frosting and more toasted coconut flakes on top. If you love coconut, this is the dessert for you!
Get the Recipe: Coconut Cupcakes

Homemade Dark Chocolate Pudding

Top view of three glass cups filled with luscious chocolate pudding, each crowned with whipped cream and delicate chocolate shavings. Arranged on a white marble surface sprinkled with chocolate pieces, this delightful scene is perfect for any chocolate recipe collection.
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Looking for a chocolate dessert that’s pure comfort in a bowl? This pudding has you covered. It’s rich, creamy, and so easy to whip up. You might just find yourself sneaking a spoonful (or two) straight from the bowl—it’s that irresistible!

Get The Recipe: Homemade Dark Chocolate Pudding

Fried Apples

Dole whip is in a serving dish on a white counter.
Photo credit: Kylee Cooks

Make this easy Fried Apples recipe to celebrate apple season. It delivers sweet apples with a tart twist. You’ll love the spices that add delicious flavor to every bite. This is a lovely, simple dessert!
Get the Recipe: Fried Apples

Citrus and Olive Oil Bundt Cake

A close-up of a sliced bundt cake covered in white glaze. The cake appears moist and golden, with a smooth, shiny icing drizzled evenly over its textured surface.
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Forget the butter! This delightful bundt cake uses olive oil to create a light and flavorful cake. Infused with vibrant citrus zest, it’s a refreshing twist on a classic dessert, perfect for any occasion.

Get The Recipe: Citrus and Olive Oil Bundt Cake

New York Cheesecake

A New York cheesecake topped with fresh raspberries, blueberries, and mint leaves. A slice has been cut from the cake, revealing a creamy interior. The cake is elegantly displayed on a white marble surface.
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Get ready to impress with this foolproof recipe for a creamy, beautiful, crack-free New York-style cheesecake! Even beginners can master this delightful dessert and wow their friends!

Get The Recipe: New York Cheesecake

Apple Pie Dump Cake

A plates holds a serving of apple dump cake with ice cream on top and caramel drizzles.
Photo credit: Kylee Cooks

Keep dessert simple and tasty with this yummy Apple Dump Cake. This recipe delivers a dessert made with only a few simple ingredients, such as cake mix, apple pie filling, and tasty spices. It’s the perfect easy dessert!
Get the Recipe: Apple Pie Dump Cake

Italian Pinch Cookies

A delightful assortment of Italian pinch cookies, delicately dusted with powdered sugar and filled with rich strawberry and chocolate jams. These pastries boast a golden-brown crust, elegantly presented against a pristine white background.
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Indulge in the irresistible charm of these Italian pinch cookies, bursting with luscious dulce de leche and vibrant raspberry jam. Sweet, soft, and utterly delightful, they’re the perfect treat for any occasion!

Get The Recipe: Italian Pinch Cookies

Mississippi Mud Cake

A slice of cake on a plate has a layer of marshmallows on top covered with rich chocolate frosting.
Photo credit: Sugar Spun Run

This Mississippi Mud Cake recipe delivers a dense chocolate cake base topped with marshmallows and a rich, chocolate ganache topping. Adding the topping while the cake is fresh from the oven, delivers slightly melted marshmallows that seals in the cake’s moisture. It’s a rich, indulgent dessert in every bite!
Get the Recipe: Mississippi Mud Cake

Pumpkin Bundt Cake

Close-up of a Bundt cake drizzled with glossy caramel sauce, the dessert glistening enticingly. One slice is partially removed, revealing the rich, moist texture of the cake. The indulgent treat rests elegantly on a metal surface.
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Treat yourself to this yummy Pumpkin Bundt Cake, drizzled with creamy dulce de leche icing. It’s just perfect for those cozy fall gatherings!

Get The Recipe: Pumpkin Bundt Cake

One Layer Strawberry Shortcake

A cake is on a platter and topped with whipped cream and sweet strawberry spices.
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This One Layer Strawberry Shortcake makes this dessert oh-so easy to make! You’ll love the rich, buttery cake topped with whipped cream and sweet strawberry slices.
Get the Recipe: One Layer Strawberry Shortcake

Salted Caramel Ice Cream

A close-up of a bowl of salted caramel ice cream with a smooth, creamy texture. A metal spoon is partially visible, scooping into the ice cream. The background is minimal, emphasizing the rich details of this delectable salted caramel ice cream recipe.
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This easy and tasty salted caramel ice cream recipe is perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings. There’s no need for fancy gadgets or churning, making it the ideal treat for a hot summer day!

Get The Recipe: Salted Caramel Ice Cream

Vegan Chocolate Bundt Cake

Chocolate sauce is being poured from a pitcher onto a chocolate Bundt Cake.
Photo credit: Namely Marly

This Vegan Chocolate Bundt Cake is everything you want in a chocolate dessert. This cake is easy to make and delivers a moist cake in every slice. Add chocolate ganache drizzles for dramatic flair!
Get the Recipe: Vegan Chocolate Bundt Cake

Raspberry Tart

A close-up of a raspberry tart with a crumbly crust, topped with fresh raspberries, white chocolate chips, and a few mint leaves. A slice is being pulled out with a pie server, highlighting the juicy raspberry filling in this delightful raspberry tart.
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Savor the delightful blend of sweet and tangy notes in this Raspberry Tart recipe. Whether it’s a special celebration or a simple gathering, this dessert is sure to delight everyone with its crowd-pleasing appeal.

Get The Recipe: Raspberry Tart

Apple Pie Overnight Oats

Two dishes of overnight oats are topped with roasted apples.
Photo credit: Minimalist Baker

Pie for breakfast? Oatmeal for dessert? Why not! You can make these yummy Apple Pie Overnight Oats and serve them for breakfast, lunch, or dessert. They’re wholesome, filling, and oh-so-yummy!
Get the Recipe: Apple Pie Overnight Oats

Lemon Pound Cake

A sliced lemon pound cake with icing and lemon zest.
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This lemon pound cake sings with citrus! Infused with both lemon juice and zest, it’s incredibly moist and buttery, with a burst of sunshine in every bite. The finishing touch? A delightful lemon glaze that ties it all together.

Get The Recipe: Lemon Pound Cake

Slow Cooker Banana Nut Cake

Slow Cooker Banana Nut Cake
Photo credit: The Magical Slow Cooker

This slow cooker banana nut cake offers a moist, flavorful treat with the rich taste of ripe bananas and the crunch of walnuts, making it a wonderful dessert or snack perfect for any occasion.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Banana Nut Cake

Salted Caramel Blondies Bar

Salted caramel blondies with a chocolate chip cookie base and dark chocolate topping.
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This Salted Caramel Blondies recipe is pure indulgence. The combination of rich blondies and gooey caramel is irresistible on its own, but the touch of sea salt takes it to the next level. It’s a flavor combination that will have you reaching for seconds (and thirds!).

Get The Recipe: Salted Caramel Blondies Bar

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