When you're looking for smaller-batch desserts for two, you are sure to find something tasty in this list of 35 amazing options. From chocolate covered treats to mousses, panna cottas, and even mini-cakes - there's something here for every palate.
Whether you're looking for the perfect date night dinner, or want to treat yourself without too much leftovers - sometimes small batch is just the way to go. We gathered up the best recipes that are perfect for two, so you have less leftovers, but still get all the flavor!
If you're looking for more easy dessert recipes - check out this guide to the best air fryer desserts.
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- 1. Chocolate Covered Strawberries
- 2. Chocolate Fondant
- 3. Dulce de Leche Mousse
- 4. Churros
- 5. Lava Cake
- 6. No Bake Oreo Cheesecake in a Jar
- 7. Lime Posset
- 8. Passion Fruit Gino
- 9. Mini Lemon Tarts
- 10. Coconut Mango Tapioca Pudding
- 11. Aquafaba Chocolate Mousse
- 12. 3-Ingredient Chocolate Mousse
- 13. Vanilla Mousse Parfait
- 14. Butterscotch Cake
- 15. Strawberry Tiramisu
- 16. Caramelized Peaches
- 17. Coconut Custard
- 18. Pistachio Panna Cotta
- 19. Cherry Panna Cotta
- 20. Yogurt Parfait
- 21. Lavender Lemon Crème Brülée
- 22. Danish Apple Cake
- 23. Strawberry Mint Fruit Salad
- 24. Pizookie
- 25. Individual Blueberry Crisps
- 26. Mini Cheesecake
- 27. Mini Chocolate Cheesecake
- 28. Mini Burnt Basque Cheesecake
- 29. No Bake Mini Cheesecake
- 30. Air Fryer Bread Pudding
- 31. Mini Fraisier Cake with Elderflower
- 32. Lemon Ricotta Mini Cheesecake
- 33. Chocolate Truffles
- 34. Dark Chocolate Orange Fudge
- 35. Coffee Mousse
- Reviews
1. Chocolate Covered Strawberries
Indulge in these mouth-watering Pink Chocolate Covered Strawberries for dessert or special romantic occasions. Use a few easy-to-find ingredients and top them with your favorite decorations.
2. Chocolate Fondant
These super rich and decadent French Chocolate Fondant Cakes for two are the perfect dessert for a date night or Valentine's Day. They are super easy to make with 5 ingredients only and will be ready in about 20 minutes!
3. Dulce de Leche Mousse
This easy dulce de leche mousse comes together in just 5 minutes for a rich, luscious dessert that's ever the crowd-pleaser! Made with dulce de leche, double cream, and a little pinch of salt, this decadent mousse delivers an insanely creamy texture in a cinch.
4. Churros
Treat the whole family to amazing air fryer churros from scratch! Simply mix the dough, pipe, chill, and air fry. Don’t forget to roll in the cinnamon sugar to finish!
5. Lava Cake
Indulge in the ultimate chocolatey delight with this Air Fryer Lava Cake featuring a decadent molten center, a hint of peppermint, and a perfect balance of gooeyness and crispness.
6. No Bake Oreo Cheesecake in a Jar
Looking for a delicious and easy dessert recipe that doesn’t require any baking? Try this no-bake Oreo cheesecake parfait in a jar! With layers of creamy cheesecake filling, crushed Oreo cookies, and whipped cream, this dessert is perfect for any occasion. Plus, it’s easy to make and can be prepared ahead of time for a stress-free dessert option. Get the recipe now and enjoy a sweet and satisfying treat in no time!
7. Lime Posset
Lime posset is a delicious twist on a classic lemon posset, equally delicious, and just as easy to make! The perfect sweet and sour treat to top of a big dinner.
8. Passion Fruit Gino
Passion Fruit Gino is a romantic version of the classic Swedish dessert. With bananas, berries and passion fruit baked under a layer of white chocolate it's best served hot over vanilla ice cream.
9. Mini Lemon Tarts
Sweet, tart, and perfectly portioned, these vegan Mini Lemon Tarts are a welcome addition to any celebration. Made with fewer than 10 ingredients this easy lemon tart recipe is simple enough for even novice bakers to try!
10. Coconut Mango Tapioca Pudding
This recipe uses tapioca pearls, mango and coconut milk to make a dessert that is both beautiful and delicious. Layers of creamy coconut tapioca pudding and mango topped with grated coconut create the perfect Asian-inspired dessert.
11. Aquafaba Chocolate Mousse
Learn how to make a perfectly fluffy Aquafaba Chocolate Mousse! This 2 ingredient chocolate mousse is quick and easy to make. It's vegan-friendly and offers a delicious alternative for those with a sweet tooth and dietary restrictions alike.
12. 3-Ingredient Chocolate Mousse
These decadent chocolate mousse cups can serve as a simple dessert or a tantalizing topping for cakes, pastries, cobblers — you name it! This is a 3 ingredient chocolate mousse recipe that can be whipped to perfection in no time at all. It’s the best light, easy chocolate mousse to end your night with!
13. Vanilla Mousse Parfait
Vanilla Mousse Parfaits are the perfect light dessert for any occasion. Since they only take 15 minutes to make and have a stunning presentation, you can make them on a weeknight or for an elaborate holiday party. Get ready for a celebration of flavors with this 2-ingredient dessert.
14. Butterscotch Cake
A butterscotch cake makes the perfect valentine’s day dessert for two. Rich and buttery with the flavor of butterscotch from the brown sugar. The best part it takes just 10 minutes to prep and 25 minutes to bake.
15. Strawberry Tiramisu
A no-bake summery dessert layered with ladyfingers, whipped cream, and fresh strawberries. It is a magically sweet and refreshing strawberry dessert! Also, it is the perfect dessert for a dinner party or to bring to any potluck or BBQ. It’s light and airy with bursts of strawberry flavor in every bite.
16. Caramelized Peaches
These easy air fryer peaches are a summer favorite, and we love that you can have them for breakfast, a snack, or dessert. They are perfectly caramelized and then topped with greek yogurt, honey, and granola for a sweet, crunchy, treat.
17. Coconut Custard
Dairy free coconut custard is a creamy dessert that takes less than 15 minutes to make. A delicious vegan custard sauce bursting with fabulous coconut flavor will make any coconut lover jump for you. It is a super easy recipe made with just 4 ingredients and perfect to serve dinner guests or just your special someone.
18. Pistachio Panna Cotta
Pistachio panna cotta is a decadent and dreamy pistachio twist to the classic Italian dessert. This easy panna cotta recipe is the perfect date night treat, topped off with Amarena cherry syrup and quick pistachio brittle.
19. Cherry Panna Cotta
A quick and easy cherry compote topping a vanilla yogurt panna cotta is the perfect combination of flavors. Sure to be a fruity fave, this simple make-ahead dessert is perfect for a weekday treat but also elegant enough for dinner parties.
20. Yogurt Parfait
This vegan parfait recipe is so easy! Fresh berries, crunchy granola and vegan yogurt are layered to make a beautiful dessert that's so healthy you can even have it for breakfast!
21. Lavender Lemon Crème Brülée
This lavender crème brûlée is a delicious twist on the classic dessert. It's made with lavender-lemon infused cream whisked into egg yolks and topped with burnt sugar.
22. Danish Apple Cake
Cheat’s Danish Apple Cake (Gammeldags Æblekage) comprises of layers of stewed apple & crushed oat cookies topped with whipped cream & grated dark chocolate. An easy twist on this traditional Danish dessert!
23. Strawberry Mint Fruit Salad
Mintry and fresh, this strawberry salad is the perfect ending to a large meal. Enjoy with a loved one, or keep it all for yourself!
24. Pizookie
I’ve never had a skillet cookie as good as this air fryer pizookie. It’s absolutely delicious and so easy and convenient to make! After having a pizookie like this, I doubt I’ll ever bake them in an oven again.
25. Individual Blueberry Crisps
Try this recipe for super-simple Individual Blueberry Crisps, and I promise you'll be hooked. They are so easy and full of bright, delicious flavor, and perfect for dessert any time of year.
26. Mini Cheesecake
This 4-inch cheesecake recipe for two is just like a regular cheesecake, but it’s made in a 4-inch cheesecake pan. It is smaller in size but still maintains that creamy, luxurious smooth texture with a light tanginess.
27. Mini Chocolate Cheesecake
This chocolate cheesecake mini recipe is made in a 4-inch springform pan and yields a perfectly creamy and smooth chocolate cheesecake for two people. This is the perfect make-ahead dessert for Valentine’s Day or just a regular date night.
28. Mini Burnt Basque Cheesecake
Burnt basque cheesecake is a classic recipe that you can make time and time again. This creamy 4-inch version is the perfect dessert for two. Say bye bye to leftovers, and hello to fresh baked goods!
29. No Bake Mini Cheesecake
Indulge in the ultimate chocolate lover’s dessert with this simple recipe for vegan No Bake Mini Cheesecakes. With their creamy, luscious texture and perfect Oreo cookie crust, these low-lift mini cheesecakes are the perfect treat for any occasion.
30. Air Fryer Bread Pudding
Air Fryer Bread Pudding is a quick and delightful dessert featuring a cinnamon-infused French bread base which is perfectly crisped up in the air fryer. Best of all? It's customizable with a variety of tempting toppings.
31. Mini Fraisier Cake with Elderflower
Individual Fraisier cakes, made with elderflower cream, genoise sponge and lots of strawberries, are certain to impress! This recipe is an easier version of a traditional French Strawberry Fraisier Cake. It's also made in smaller mini portions!
32. Lemon Ricotta Mini Cheesecake
These Italian-style lemon ricotta ramekin cheesecakes are made with ricotta and mascarpone cheeses, Greek yogurt and lemon zest for easy individual-sized desserts.
33. Chocolate Truffles
Vegan Chocolate Truffles are a perfect effortless and decadent treat for any special occasion. These indulgent truffles boast a rich cocoa flavor and the smoothest texture and only require three simple ingredients to make.
34. Dark Chocolate Orange Fudge
This homemade dark chocolate orange-flavoured fudge is incredibly delicious, healthy and super quick and easy to make! This flavourful refined sugar-free fudge is made with just four ingredients including fresh oranges and dates!
35. Coffee Mousse
Get ready to swoon over this irresistible 3-ingredient coffee mousse dessert. It's unbelievably creamy, smooth, rich and bold, just the way we like it. And yes, it's seriously rich!
Cynthia Woodman
Thank you for including me! pinned and scheduled!
Cynthia
thank you for including my lime posset! I've scheduled a share to my FB and pinned!