
End your day on a sweet note with these five easy and delicious dessert recipes that you can make tonight. Whether you have a craving for something chocolaty or fruity, there is something for everyone to enjoy.
1. Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups
Ingredients:
• 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
• 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
Directions:
1. Line a muffin tin with 12 paper liners.
2. Melt chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl, stirring every 30 seconds.
3. Spoon 1 teaspoon of melted chocolate into each paper liner.
4. In a separate bowl, mix together the remaining ingredients until smooth.
5. Spoon 1 teaspoon of the peanut butter mixture on top of the chocolate in each liner.
6. Cover the peanut butter mixture with another teaspoon of melted chocolate.
7. Place in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to set.
8. Enjoy!
2. Strawberry Shortcake
Ingredients:
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 1 egg
• 1/2 cup milk
• 2 cups sliced strawberries
• Whipped cream
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 425°F.
2. In a large bowl, mix together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. Beat in the butter and egg until combined.
4. Slowly add the milk and mix until just combined.
5. Pour batter into a greased 8-inch cake pan and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
6. Let cool and top with sliced strawberries and whipped cream.
7. Enjoy!
3. Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Dip
Ingredients:
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/3 cup brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
Directions:
1. Beat the butter, brown sugar, vanilla, and salt until light and fluffy.
2. Add in the flour and mix until combined.
3. Slowly add in the milk and mix until a smooth consistency is achieved.
4. Stir in the chocolate chips.
5. Serve with graham crackers, pretzels, or fruit.
6. Enjoy!
4. Peach Crumble
Ingredients:
• 5-6 peaches, sliced
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup rolled oats
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cut into small pieces
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. In a large bowl, mix together the sliced peaches, flour, and brown sugar.
3. Pour mixture into a greased 8-inch baking dish.
4. In another bowl, mix together oats, salt, and butter until it resembles coarse crumbs.
5. Sprinkle oat mixture over the top of the peaches.
6. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
7. Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
8. Enjoy!
5. Cinnamon Sugar Fried Bananas
Ingredients:
• 2 bananas, sliced
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• Vegetable oil
Directions:
1. In a small bowl, mix together sugar and cinnamon.
2. Coat each banana slice in the cinnamon sugar mixture.
3. Heat a small amount of oil in a nonstick pan over medium heat.
4. Add banana slices to the pan and cook for 1-2 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.
5. Remove from pan and let cool for a few minutes.
6. Enjoy plain or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream!