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    Home » Desserts

    Instant Gratification: 21 Quick Dessert Recipes For Any Night Of The Week

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on July 23, 2023, updated August 7, 2023 - Leave a Comment

    Indulging in a delicious dessert is a universal pleasure, and sometimes we just can't wait for that sweet satisfaction. That's why we've compiled a delightful collection of 20 quick dessert recipes that are perfect for instant gratification. From luscious chocolate treats to fruity delights and creamy confections, these recipes are designed to satisfy your cravings in no time.

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    White Chocolate Covered Strawberries

    White chocolate covered strawberries.
    Photo credit: Spatula Desserts.

    White chocolate-covered strawberries make the perfect dessert or sweet treat! Fresh strawberries are dipped into molten white chocolate; every bite gives you a taste of delicious ripe berries and sweet chocolatey goodness.

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    S'Mores Casserole

    Smores casserole.

    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: S'mores Casserole

    Chocolate Lava Mug Cake

    Mug cake.
    Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks.

    This microwave chocolate lava mug cake is rich and chocolatey without any flour. Open your pantry, grab a few ingredients and whip up this mug brownie in 5 minutes.

    Get the recipe from Sustainable Cooks

    Summer Berry Gino

    Berry gino.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This super easy berry bake is filled with bananas, strawberries and blueberries and topped with white chocolate for a delicious dessert. Perfect for any dinner party - and great to prep ahead of time. Serve over vanilla ice cream for the ultimate, indulgent experience.

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    Raspberry Muffins

    Raspberry muffins in a muffin tin.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    These raspberry muffins are the perfect treat for breakfast or afternoon snack. A delightful combination of tangy and sweet flavors, with bursts of juicy raspberries in every bite. With this easy-to-follow Raspberry Muffin recipe you can whip up a batch of delicious berry muffins in just a few simple steps.

    Get the recipe: Raspberry Muffins

    Chocolate Bark With Pretzels

    Chocolate bark with pretzels.
    Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks.

    Just two simple components and you're on way your to a simple pretzel bark recipe!

    Get the recipe from Sustainable Cooks

    Easy Apple Crisp

    Apple crisp.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    All done in 35 minutes with super simple prep. Made with tart green apples coated in cinnamon sugar, and a crumbly crisp topping with a hint of shredded coconut. Delicious on its own, or served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

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    No Bake Cookies

    No bake cookies.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    The best No Bake Cookies without Peanut Butter are all done with just 15 minutes of actual baking. Made with staple ingredients, these cookies are loaded with chocolate flavor, coconut, and a hint of salt. A perfect treat for any party, but beware - no one will be able to have just one!

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    Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins

    Lemon poppy seed muffins.

    Loaded with lemon flavor, and topped with a tasty lemon glaze. Sweet but not too sweet, with distinct acidity and flavor from both lemon juice & zest.

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    Chocolate Chip Cookies

    A chocolate chip cookie.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Make the best chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies without brown sugar and baking soda. This easy recipe will quickly become your go-to for an easy cookie treat the whole family loves. Loaded with two types of chocolate chips and topped with just a tiny bit of salt.

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    Raspberry White Chocolate Muffins

    raspberry white chocolate muffins.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    With the perfect balance between sweet & fresh, these Raspberry White Chocolate Muffins are done with just 10 minutes of prep. They come out juicy, delicious and not too sweet - with chunks of white chocolate melted on top...

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    Lemon Bliss Balls

    Lemon bliss balls.
    Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks.

    A healthy, poppable snack made with all wholesome ingredients. You’ll love that these energy bites are kid-friendly, vegan, paleo, gluten, and dairy-free.

    Get the recipe from Sustainable Cooks

    Double Chocolate Chip Muffins

    a double chocolate chip muffin.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    These Double Chocolate Chip Muffins are a chocolate lover's dream that you can make in just 25 minutes. With cocoa powder, white chocolate chips and a pinch of salt they're moist, flavor packed and so easy to make - and not too sweet. No fancy ingredients needed - just grab a bag of chocolate chips and the rest you probably already have at home.

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    Strawberry Filled Cupcakes

    A strawberry filled cupcake.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    These Strawberry Filled Cupcakes are the ultimate summer cupcakes, and loved by kids and adults alike. Super easy to make with just vanilla cupcakes, fresh strawberries and whipped cream they come together in under 1 hour.

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    Air Fryer Cookies

    Air fryer cookies.
    Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks.

    These air fryer chocolate chip cookies are an easy dessert that doesn't require heating up your kitchen.

    Get the recipe from Sustainable Cooks

    Chocolate Walnut Brownies

    Brownies.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    These Chocolate Walnut Brownies with Cocoa Powder are done in 35 minutes with super simple prep and sure to satisfy all your chocolate cravings. Sweet & salty, crunchy & chewy, with a fudgy center - no wonder everyone loves these Walnut Brownies!

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    Raspberry Passion Fruit Gino

    White chocolate fruit bake.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This delicious baked fruit dessert is easy to make in under 20 minutes and perfect to prep ahead for dinner parties. Bananas, kiwis & raspberries are baked under a cover of passion fruit & white chocolate - serve on its own or over vanilla ice cream.

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    Chocolate Covered Graham Crackers

    Graham cracker with chocolate.
    Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks.

    A delightful and no-bake dessert, these chocolate covered graham crackers are an irresistible treats for any season.

    Get the recipe from Sustainable Cooks

    Lemon Muffins

    Lemon muffins.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    These lemony Lemon Muffins are light and super moist, with lots of delicious lemon flavor! This recipe is as easy as it gets and all done in just 30 minutes, for a breakfast, dessert or snack the whole family will love.

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    S'Mores Bark

    S'mores bark.
    Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks.

    S'mores bark is an easy bark with melty chocolate, soft marshmallows, and crispy graham crackers. Everything you love about s'mores without a campfire!

    Get the recipe from Sustainable Cooks

    Puff Pastry Apple Pie

    Apple pie.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This Puff Pastry Apple Pie is a great short-cut pie that's quick & easy to make with frozen puff pastry and a no-cook filling. It's also the best apple pie I've ever had. Try it for yourself! It's so easy, you've got the time.

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    More Dessert Recipes

    • Cranberry white chocolate muffins.
      Cranberry White Chocolate Muffins
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      Cranberry Cupcakes With White Chocolate Frosting
    • Cranberry muffins.
      Cranberry Muffins
    • Collage showing different desserts you can make for two.
      35 Best Desserts for Two

    About Emmeline Kemperyd

    Emmeline Kemperyd is a writer, food blogger, recipe creator and food photographer and the founder of alwaysusebutter.com. She has more than 20 years of experience creating and simplifying recipes so they taste good, and are quick, easy, and approachable. She is a regular contributor to MSN  and her work has been featured by The Guardian, Well+Good, Vulture, SheKnows, Good Men Project, Daily Kos, The Grio, The Asian Parent, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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