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21 Unexpected Excuses Why Today Is a Great Day to Bake Dessert

May 25, 2024 by Iryna Bychkiv Leave a Comment

Forget waiting for birthdays or holidays to indulge. We hand-picked a collection of delicious dessert recipes that are begging to be baked. From fluffy sakes to easy French delights, there’s a recipe here for everyone.

Mini Chocolate Cake with Mascarpone Cream

Mini chocolate cake with Mascarpone cream on a dark background.
Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons

This Mini Chocolate Cake for Two with Mascarpone Cream makes a perfect little dessert for a date night or when you want to indulge in a fancy treat but no willing to spend hours in the kitchen. This cute dessert is easy to make and so incredibly delicious! Get the recipe.

Apple Sponge Cake

Apple Sponge Cake on a plate.
Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons

Super delicious and moist Apple Sponge Cake will become your new favorite apple dessert. It’s so easy to make, topped with a sweet and crispy almond layer that literally melts in your mouth. Give this decadent treat a try, and it won’t disappoint! Get the recipe.

Blueberry Clafoutis

Blueberry Clafoutis on a baking dish.
Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons

Blueberry Clafoutis is a fast dessert that is easy on the eyes and chock-full of fresh blueberries. Get the recipe.

Chocolate Eclair Cake

Eclair cake on a white plate.
Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons

Lighter than air and utterly delicious Chocolate Eclair Cake Recipe for when your tooth craves something sweet. Distant relative of traditional Chocolate Eclair, this beautiful dessert is perfect for special events or weekend baking with the kids. Get the recipe.

Crispy Apple Pie Egg Rolls

Crispy Apple Pie Egg Rolls on a white plate.
Photo credit: lavender & Macarons

These Apple Pie Egg Rolls are crispy on the outside with a tangy and moderately sweet green apple filling. They make a great choice for breakfast or brunch. Get the recipe.

Lavender Creme Brûlée Recipe

Lavender Creme Brûlée in a ramekin and a spoon in a hand.
Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons

Prepare to fall madly in love with creamy, decadent and mouthwatering, Lavender  Brûlée Recipe. It is no doubt one of the easiest and most delicious desserts ever. Get the recipe.

Instant Pot Chocolate Cake

Instant Pot Chocolate Cake cut on a plate.
Photo credit: Corrie Cooks

The best chocolate cake you can make in your Instant Pot. Easy cake for birthday parties. Kid friendly and perfect for beginners. Get the recipe.

Dutch Almond Paste Log

Flaky Dutch marzipan log on a white plate.
Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons

Banketstaaf is an amazingly simple Dutch almond pastry that takes only 10 minutes to assemble. The oven will do the rest of the work. Get the recipe.

Puff Pastry Apple Turnovers 

Puff Pastry Apple Turnovers close up.
Photo credit: Spatula Desserts

Baked to golden brown perfection, these delicious Puff Pastry Apple Turnovers are perfectly flaky & crunchy on the outside and creamy on the inside filled with cinnamon-spiced sweet apples. Get the recipe.

Italian Ricotta Pie 

Italian ricotta pie on a plate.
Photo credit: Coley Cooks

These Meyer Lemon Baked Doughnuts are are yeast risen, so there’s no special pan required. They’re sweet, tangy and taste just as good as the real thing! Get the recipe.

S’mores Casserole

S'mores Casserole in a spoon and in a baking dish.
Photo credit: Always Use Butter

This S’mores Casserole is a simple version of everyone’s favorite camping treat. Made in a baking dish so you can make it even without a campfire, and perfect to make for a crowd. Use graham crackers or digestive biscuits, and your favorite milk chocolate! Get the recipe.

Easy Brownie Recipe with Mascarpone Swirl

Brownie with Mascarpone Swirl close up.
Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons

That brownie is my absolute favorite American dessert. And regardless of your lever of culinary art, it’s really hard to spoil this recipe. The ingredients are simple so is the preparation process. Get the recipe.

Moroccan Cookies

Moroccan Cookies on a wire rack.
Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons

These Moroccan Semolina Cookies are a healthier version of the traditional Ghriba cookies that you’ll find all over Morroco. Made with the almond and semolina flours, these lemon flavored cookies are a perfect accompaniment to a cup of mint tea or coffee. Get the recipe.

Chocolate Tart

Chocolate Tart and a spatula.
Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings

Gluten free and full of chocolate flavor this Chocolate Tart is perfect for holiday entertaining.  Serve it with whipped cream and lots of pomegranate arils. Get the recipe.

Snowball Cookies

Snowball Cookies close up.
Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons

These Tea Cookies are buttery soft, sugar-dusted tea cakes that are so easy to make. Also called Snowball Cookies, these sweet little treats make a delicious little dessert or an afternoon pick-me-up. Get the recipe.

German Crumb Cake

A piece of German Crumb Cake close up.
Photo credit: Cheerful Cook.

A slice of Streuselkuchen (German Crumb Cake) is the perfect afternoon snack. The cake has a light, airy texture with just enough sweetness and crunch coming from the jam, crumble, and almonds! Get the recipe.

Easy Dried Fruit Loaf

Easy Dried Fruit Loaf close up.
Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons

This Easy Fruit Loaf is a simple and quick dessert recipe filled with juicy dried fruit and nuts. It’s flavorful, healthy and perfect for any occasion. Get the recipe.

Cinnamon Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting

Cinnamon Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting on a platter.
Photo credit: Spatula Dessers

Fragrant and sweet cinnamon cupcakes with cream cheese frosting that adds just the right amount of rich tangy goodness. Moist cinnamon muffins with a hint of warmth from the cinnamon spice and topped with a silky smooth cinnamon cream cheese frosting, making these the most irresistibly delicious cupcakes. Get the recipe.

Chocolate Chip Cupcakes

Chocolate Chip Cupcakes on a wooden board.
Photo credot: Corrie Cooks

Whip up these easy and delicious chocolate chip cupcakes, perfect for any occasion. Follow this simple recipe for fluffy, chocolate-studded treats everyone will love. Get the recipe.

Malteser Rocky Road Recipe

Malteser Rocky Road on a wire rack.
Photo credit: Greedy Gourmet

A tastebud tingling, breathtaking blend of two decadent delights, this homemade Malteser rocky road recipe is about to rock your world! Get the recipe.

Creme Caramel (Flan)

Creme Caramel (Flan) on a plate. Tasting.
Photo credit: Full Of Plants

This famous French dessert consists of vanilla custard served with a delicious salted caramel sauce on top. This vegan crème caramel has a silky-smooth texture, is perfectly sweet, and so light! Plus, it’s dairy-free, gluten-free, and refined sugar-free! SO GOOD! Get the recipe.

Lemon Icebox Pie

Lemon icebox pie on a white plate.
Photo credit: Cheerful Cook

Satisfy your cravings with a Lemon Icebox Pie! This tangy and creamy dessert is an easy no-bake treat that’s perfect for all year, but especially in summer. Get the recipe.

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