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    Home » Food & Drink

    Published: Jun, 2024. Updated: Jun, 2024 by Iryna Bychkiv | This post may contain affiliate links. Read more here

    22 Desserts That Are Perfect for Any Occasion, From a Casual Get-Together to a Fancy Dinner Party

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    Birthday bashes, cozy gatherings, or just a Tuesday night that needs a touch of sweetness—there's always a reason to celebrate with dessert! That's why we've rounded up a list of fantastic dessert ideas that are perfect for any occasion. These desserts range from simple puff pastry creations to luscious chocolate cakes, cheesecakes, and cookies.

    Strawberry Tarts with Ricotta Cheese

    Strawberry Tarts with Ricotta Cheese on a plate.
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    Got a puff pastry sheet? Here's a simple yet a no-fail recipe for the delectable strawberry tarts that can be pulled together in no time. Get the recipe. Get the recipe.

    Poppy Seed Cake

    A piece of Poppy Seed Cake close up.
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    Stunning and absolutely delicious cake made with real poppy seeds, rich fruit layer and homemade buttercream. This easy dessert will brighten up any occasion. Get the recipe.

    Easy Brownie Recipe with Mascarpone Swirl

    Brownie with Mascarpone Swirl cut on a plate.
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    Today, I wanted to share with you one of my favorite variations of this dessert - an easy brownie recipe with a mascarpone swirl. The ingredients are simple, as is the preparation process. I decided to add mascarpone cheese to this brownie recipe because mascarpone has a very rich taste, and any dessert will only benefit from having it as one of the ingredients. Get the recipe.

    Dutch Almond Paste Log

    Flaky Dutch marzipan log on a white plate.
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    Banketstaaf is an amazingly simple Dutch almond pastry that takes only 10 minutes to assemble. The oven will do the rest of the work.  
    Flaky puff pastry is stuffed with a mixture of sweet almond paste and orange zest, rolled into a log, and baked until crispy perfection. Banket is an easy and delicious Dutch food made in no time. Get the recipe.

    Raspberry Crepe Cake

    Raspberry Crepe Cake cut on a plate.
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    This beautiful Raspberry Crepe Cake recipe is an easy yet impressive dessert you can make for any special occasion or just because you crave something sweet. Delicious and is sure to please your family and friends. Get the recipe.

    Apple Sponge Cake

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    Super delicious and moist Apple Sponge Cake, also called Sharlotka, will become your new favorite apple dessert. It's so easy to make, topped with a sweet and crispy almond layer that literally melts in your mouth. Give this decadent treat a try, and it won't disappoint! Get the recipe.

    Chocolate Eclair Cake

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    Lighter than air and utterly delicious Chocolate Eclair Cake Recipe for when your tooth craves something sweet. A distant relative of traditional Chocolate Eclair, this beautiful dessert is perfect for special events or weekend baking with the kids. Get the recipe.

    Mojito Cake with Mint Sugar

    Mojito Cake with Mint Sugar cut.
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    This creamy and citrusy Mojito Cake is a true vacation on a plate. Get the recipe.

    Hungarian Gerbeaud Cake

    Hungarian Gerbeaud Cake on a white background.
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    Shortcrust pastry layers are smothered with almond jam-walnut filling and covered with rich dark chocolate. This Hungarian Gerbeaud Cake is moist and so delicious! It makes a big batch and just like my Chocolate Eclairs, Gerbeaud Cake is perfect for potlucks, picnics or other special occasions. Get the recipe.

    Rocky Road Fudge

    Pieces of Rocky Road Fudge.
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    This rocky road fudge is incredibly addictive. Everyone loves it. Get the recipe.

    English Sticky Toffee Pudding

    English Sticky Toffee Pudding on a plate.
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    Baked with sweet and hearty dates, drenched in homemade caramel sauce, this English Sticky Toffee Pudding is seriously addictive. Stock up on dates because your pantry already carries the rest of the ingredients. Get the recipe.

    Almond Flour Peanut Butter Cookies

    A stack of peanut butter and almond flour cookies on white parchment paper.
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    This almond flour peanut butter cookies recipe is a must-try for anyone who loves a good, healthy treat. These cookies are moist, have crunchy edges, and are packed with nutty flavor, all while being made with just 7 clean ingredients in less than 30 minutes. Get the recipe.

    Chocolate Olive Oil Cake

    Two slices of Chocolate Olive Oil Cake on a plate.
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     This incredibly moist chocolate olive oil cake is perfect for brunch and dessert. Get the recipe.

    Apple Almond Shortbread Bars

    Apple Almond Shortbread Bars in a stack.
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    These Apple Almond Shortbread Bars are intensely buttery, not too sweet and loaded with apples. This recipe is super easy and perfect for any time of the year! Get the recipe.

    Bizcocho dominicano (Dominican cake)

    Bizcocho dominicano on a platter.
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    What makes Bizcocho dominicano (Dominican cake) so special? The secret is that this cake is incredibly delicate in texture and sinfully delicious. Ours is the oldest, most complete, and most popular Dominican cake recipe on the internet. You can see why it's so loved below. Get the recipe.

    Brandy Snaps

    Brandy snaps on a white background.
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    This Brandy Snaps recipe will give you a classic English dessert with a lacy texture and a delicious, delicate crunch! They’re filled with whipped cream and also vegan! It’s the perfect recipe for Christmas baking and has that beautiful crispy texture and sweet, buttery flavor we all love! Get the recipe.

    Chocolate Chess Pie

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    Chocolate Chess Pie combines the richness of chocolate with a creamy, custard-like filling encased in a buttery flaky pie crust, making this classic Southern dessert something the whole family will love. Not just the chocolate lovers in the family. Get the recipe.

    Banana Roll

    Banana Rolls on a plate.
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    A banana roll is a delicious, light, and fluffy dessert that brings a tropical flair to any occasion. This sweet treat is made from a tender banana-flavored sponge cake, rolled with a rich cream cheese filling, providing an irresistible balance of flavors. It's like the sophisticated cousin of the banana bread, but with a creamy twist that takes it to the next level. Get the recipe.

    Baci di Dama (Chocolate Filled Sandwich Cookies)

    Mini Italian Chocolate Filled Sandwich Cookies on a table.
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    Have you ever tasted baci de dama? These mini Italian chocolate filled sandwich cookies are made with chocolate and vanilla. One or two of these Italian cookies with chocolate in the middle and made without hazelnuts will definitely put a smile on your face. Get the recipe.

    Cream Cheese Puff Pastry Danish Tarts

    Cream Cheese Puff Pastry Danish Tarts with berries on a board.
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    Gooey butter cake is a delicious and decadent dessert popular in the Mid-Atlantic region of the United States but made famous by Paula Deen when she created a simpler version that didn’t require a yeast mixture. Get the recipe.

    Blueberry Cheesecake Bars

    A stack of Blueberry Cheesecake Bars.
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    Impress your family and friends with these moist, creamy, and crunchy Blueberry Cheesecake Bars. This delicious, refreshing, and easy-to-make summer dessert is a real crowd-pleaser. Get the recipe.

    Peanut Butter and Jelly Coffee Cake

    Peanut Butter and Jelly Coffee Cake on a marble plate.
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    Everyone's favorite childhood sandwich now made into a decadent breakfast cake…Peanut Butter and Jelly Coffee Cake! Sweet and tender peanut butter cake, filled with homemade strawberry jam, and topped with a crunchy peanut streusel. Every bite is reminiscent of the classic sandwich, but somehow even better! Get the recipe.

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