People often murmur these words "just a little something sweet" at the end of any meal, no matter how large, small or satisfying. At breakfast, it's likely to be that dab of jam on the last bite of toast that officially ends the meal. A mint, bite-size candy or full-blown hot fudge sundae are popular final courses for lunch and dinner.
Whatever sweet gives you this satisfying last scene at a meal, it could be so good you would have eaten it first if you were alone or feeling particularly daring. A dessert that enticing, a confection so wonderful you can't help yourself, is a rare and wonderful gift that simply can't be denied. If you're looking for a new treat to add to your dessert-before-dinner list, this collection offers a delightful trove of sweetness.
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How to make slow cooker marshmallow brownies
Chocoholics rejoice! Chocolate chips, cocoa and chocolate candy bars combine to make this slow cooker dessert a decadent delight. A clever graham cracker bottom crust and crown of melted marshmallows complete the flavor profile. Get the recipe here.
Chocoholics rejoice! Chocolate chips, cocoa and chocolate candy bars combine to make this slow cooker dessert a decadent delight. A clever graham cracker bottom crust and crown of melted marshmallows complete the flavor profile. Get the recipe here.
Cookie dough brownies
This double-layer treat is the stuff sweet dreams are made of. Rich chocolate brownies topped with unbaked chocolate chip cookie dough! There are no eggs in the cookie dough, so you can freely indulge without any worries for super satisfaction. Get the recipe here.
This double-layer treat is the stuff sweet dreams are made of. Rich chocolate brownies topped with unbaked chocolate chip cookie dough! There are no eggs in the cookie dough, so you can freely indulge without any worries for super satisfaction. Get the recipe here.
Low-carb peanut butter cookies
Counting carbs doesn't mean you can't indulge in rich and satisfying peanut butter cookies. Three simple ingredients produce cookies so tasty and crisp, all you need is a glass of cold milk to complete the ultimate snack combo. Get the recipe here.
Counting carbs doesn't mean you can't indulge in rich and satisfying peanut butter cookies. Three simple ingredients produce cookies so tasty and crisp, all you need is a glass of cold milk to complete the ultimate snack combo. Get the recipe here.
The perfect chocolate chip cookie
The key to a flawless chocolate chip cookie is the idyllic balance of salt and sugar, as well as an ample amount of chocolate chips. This recipe achieves all those goals. It's a recipe that you'll pass down through generations and share with your closest friends. Get the recipe here.
The key to a flawless chocolate chip cookie is the idyllic balance of salt and sugar, as well as an ample amount of chocolate chips. This recipe achieves all those goals. It's a recipe that you'll pass down through generations and share with your closest friends. Get the recipe here.
Pecan pie brownies
Ever faced with choosing brownies or pecan pie for dessert? This recipe fabulously combines the two for a taste explosion you won't believe. Using a brownie mix makes it easy and quick to make any time your sweet tooth demands attention. Get the recipe here.
Ever faced with choosing brownies or pecan pie for dessert? This recipe fabulously combines the two for a taste explosion you won't believe. Using a brownie mix makes it easy and quick to make any time your sweet tooth demands attention. Get the recipe here.
Southern banana cheesecake bars
It's hard to improve on a good, creamy cheesecake with a buttery graham cracker crust, but this recipe does just that. The secret lies in mixing fresh bananas into the filling, broken down into morsels that explode with flavor in every bar. Get the recipe here.
It's hard to improve on a good, creamy cheesecake with a buttery graham cracker crust, but this recipe does just that. The secret lies in mixing fresh bananas into the filling, broken down into morsels that explode with flavor in every bar. Get the recipe here.
Southern peach dump cake
Reminiscent of a fancy upscale dessert with a French moniker, this buttery cake is so easy, you won't believe the results. Peaches star, but you can use any canned fruit you have on hand. A scoop of soft, melty vanilla ice cream is the crowning jewel. Get the recipe here.
Reminiscent of a fancy upscale dessert with a French moniker, this buttery cake is so easy, you won't believe the results. Peaches star, but you can use any canned fruit you have on hand. A scoop of soft, melty vanilla ice cream is the crowning jewel. Get the recipe here.
Southern vanilla bread pudding
The beauty of bread pudding isn't just its custardy texture. No matter what kind of stale bread you use, hamburger buns, brioche or cinnamon/raisin bread, it always turns out delicious. Don't' skip the sauce as it adds a touch of indulgent class to the dish. Get the recipe here.
The beauty of bread pudding isn't just its custardy texture. No matter what kind of stale bread you use, hamburger buns, brioche or cinnamon/raisin bread, it always turns out delicious. Don't' skip the sauce as it adds a touch of indulgent class to the dish. Get the recipe here.
Blueberry coffee cake
Dreaming of cake for breakfast? As long as it has lots of fruit in it, you're good and guilt-free. Tossing the berries in with the flour to ensure a burst of blueberries in every bite is pure genius. Get the recipe here.
Dreaming of cake for breakfast? As long as it has lots of fruit in it, you're good and guilt-free. Tossing the berries in with the flour to ensure a burst of blueberries in every bite is pure genius. Get the recipe here.
Lemon Jello poke cake
Even if you're not fond of Jello molds, adding flavored gelatin to cakes gives you the ideal level of fruit taste throughout the cake and infuses it with moistness. Poking holes in the hot cake and pouring a sweet glaze on top provides extra flavor and gentle bursts of sweetness. Get the recipe here.
Even if you're not fond of Jello molds, adding flavored gelatin to cakes gives you the ideal level of fruit taste throughout the cake and infuses it with moistness. Poking holes in the hot cake and pouring a sweet glaze on top provides extra flavor and gentle bursts of sweetness. Get the recipe here.
Strawberry cream cake
Strawberry shortcake, step aside. This outstanding cake concoction showcases strawberries and cream artfully stacked with layers of airy white cake with a whiff of orange undertones. A great recipe to celebrate the first strawberries of the season. Get the recipe here.
Strawberry shortcake, step aside. This outstanding cake concoction showcases strawberries and cream artfully stacked with layers of airy white cake with a whiff of orange undertones. A great recipe to celebrate the first strawberries of the season. Get the recipe here.
"Fried" ice cream cake
If you've ever had fried ice cream at a restaurant, you probably can't wait to make it at home. This recipe has a layer of fried corn flakes seasoned with sugar and cinnamon on the top and bottom, so you get the same delectable textures as fried ice cream cake without actual deep frying. Mix and match ice cream flavors to suit your tastes. Get the recipe here.
If you've ever had fried ice cream at a restaurant, you probably can't wait to make it at home. This recipe has a layer of fried corn flakes seasoned with sugar and cinnamon on the top and bottom, so you get the same delectable textures as fried ice cream cake without actual deep frying. Mix and match ice cream flavors to suit your tastes. Get the recipe here.
Carrot cake
Although carrot cake was skeptically viewed when it was first introduced based solely on the vegetable component, it now tops the list of many cake connoisseurs' favorites. This recipe sticks to the classic ingredients, right down to the rich cream cheese frosting. Get the recipe here.
Although carrot cake was skeptically viewed when it was first introduced based solely on the vegetable component, it now tops the list of many cake connoisseurs' favorites. This recipe sticks to the classic ingredients, right down to the rich cream cheese frosting. Get the recipe here.
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