But sometimes you better make a dessert without them.
Whatever the reason, we’ve gathered some of our favorite egg-free dessert recipes.
There’s no need to figure out a fussy substitute.

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Simply make these desserts as they are.
Serve them as an after-dinner treat with coffee, or gift them to family, friends, or neighbors.
Milk-And-Cereal Bars
Molly Bolton
Elevate your classic cereal bars with this recipe.

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The milk glaze draws on the nostalgia of enjoying a bowl of sugary cereal with milk as a kid.
The crunchy peanut butter and oats add a crispness you don’t typically get with no-bake confections.
For example, we fold mini marshmallows into the final mixture for pockets of marshmallow gooeyness throughout.

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Strawberry Ladyfinger Cake
Think of this treat as a seasonal take on a classic tiramisu.
It’s a perfect refreshing treat for a hot summer day, or any day really.
Pro tip: Don’t leave off the flaky salt; it really helps balance out the sweetness.

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You might recognize this egg-free cake (made with just three ingredients) from the movie.
We’ve pieced together a recipe so you might recreate it at home.
Grab your instant-read digital thermometer because you’re able to have this classic candy ready in no time.

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Once you try our no-bake recipe, you’ll never go back to making the classic.
For even less work, swap the homemade whipped cream with store-bought.
And if you don’t count the ice cream on top, this cake only requires three ingredients.

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