With these recipes, there’s no need to spend all afternoon in the kitchen.
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Desserts can be a labor of love.
Some of them lean on store-bought shortcuts; others just work smarter rather than harder.
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It has fluffy, toasted meringue on top to boot.
Honeycrisp apples hold up well here.
Grilled Peaches With Spiced Whipped Cream
This simple dessert celebrates the beauty ofpeak season peaches.
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Besides the mix, you only need three additional ingredients to bake a batch.
From cake to ice cream to breakfast, you’ll find lots of dishes to top with these berries.
Plus, they’re accidentally gluten-free, so even friends with dietary restrictions can enjoy them.
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Since these require no baking, they’re a snap to whip up when the craving strikes.
Serve on the side of ice cream, or dip them in chocolate sauce for a decadent sweet.
Brown Butter Snickerdoodles
The only thing that can make already pretty perfect Snickerdoodles better is brown butter.
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Brown the butter ahead of time because it has to be cool before adding to the cookie dough.
It adds both additional sweetness and a warm spiced finish to the baked good.
White Chocolate-Peppermint Blondies
White chocolate and peppermint are a classic holiday pairing for good reason.
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These need to cool before frosting them, so plan accordingly.
Mint Oreo Truffles
Made with just four ingredients, these Oreo truffles come together super quickly.
You’ll just have to be a little patient while they set in the fridge.
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After that it’s smooth sailing.
Browning the butter adds complex flavor that doesn’t stray too far from the classic recipe.
Make this mug cake in five minutes when craving a sweet treat after dinner.
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Rum Balls
Keep these rum balls away from your kids.
Made with dark rum and bourbon, they pack a powerful punch.
Guests will be pleased when you add these to your holiday dessert buffet.
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Pecan Pie Bars
Thesepecan piebars are a delicious take on a Southern classic dessert.
They’re also an easier alternative to make a full pie.
you could make these brownie-like cookies in one bowl in 45 minutes.
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Think of it as deconstructed cheesecake.
No-Bake Chocolate-Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies
You probably have everything to make these in your pantry.
Add these soft, chewy cookies with creamy frosting to your go-to list.
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Soft Oatmeal Cookies
Soft cookie lovers unite.
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