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Chocolate Chip Blondies Folks who love the flavor of the classic cookie will enjoy that same great flavor in these chocolate chip bars. This blondie recipe can be mixed up in a jiffy, tastes wonderful, and is perfect for occasions when company drops by unexpectedly or you need a treat in a hurry. This icebox cake is made from chocolate wafers and whipping cream. No one can resist a sweet piece of this quick, easy dessert.
It works well with gluten-free and sugar-free cake mixes too. When it comes to quick, easy dessert recipes, you really can’t beat a dump cake. Check out more dump cake recipes from our Test Kitchen. Because it uses instant pudding, this no-bake dessert is ready in just minutes. The tart cranberries blend beautifully with the sweet chocolate and vanilla chips. Since it’s a breeze to whip up, I make it often, especially in summer.
So I mixed in some maraschino cherries, added almond extract and voila! Get even more quick, easy desserts with these no-bake cookie recipes. It doesn’t get better than this four-ingredient recipe. Guests will never recognize the refrigerated crescent roll dough that goes into these almond-flavored bars. Frozen Fruit WhipA fast finale to any meal is as close as the freezer. Everyone has room for some of this light, refreshing dessert.
This is one of our favorite ways to complete a summer meal. With the rich frosting, this cake makes a decadent treat! My family loves these turnovers for breakfast, but they’re so delicious, they’d be welcome any time of the day. You can add a little extra decoration with chocolate jimmies, too. Go for the pistachios on top—the extra crunch is worth it. A store-bought graham cracker crust makes it such a cinch to whip up. Easy Cake Mix BarsI take this dessert to work for Friday pick-me-ups.
