Quick Dessert Recipes

Welcome to our Quick Dessert Recipes board! Discover easy bakes and no bakes with as little as 3 ingredients, perfect for pleasing a crowd. From the best chocolate indulgences to creamy delights featuring cream cheese, we've got you covered. Simplify your dessert prep with super simple recipes guaranteed to impress!
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Peppermint Crisp Tart
Peppermint Crisp Tart is everything you want in a no-bake dessert—simple, indulgent, and nostalgic! This South African favorite uses only 4 easy ingredients and can be customized into elegant layers or fun mini tartlets. It’s effortlessly impressive, making it perfect for any occasion or celebration.
Bar-One Sauce
Make the legendary Bar-One sauce, the king of hot chocolate sauces, with ease! This simple recipe requires only three ingredients: Bar-One chocolate, cream, and vanilla. If Bar-Ones aren't available, use Mars bars (UK) or Milky Way bars (USA) instead. Melt them together, and voilà! In no more than 10 minutes, you'll have a rich, indulgent sauce ready to enhance any dessert.
MIlk Tart with Condensed Milk
Our favourite South African milk tart recipe is a must-try for any dessert lover. With a Tennis biscuit base and a luxuriously creamy filling made with condensed milk and custard powder, it's a no-bake, old-fashioned treat. The use of all egg yolks provides a rich, full-bodied flavour that’s like a cinnamony hug-on-a-plate. Easy to make and perfect as a fridge tart, this recipe is sure to impress!
Microwave Peanut Butter Fudge
Indulge in smooth, creamy microwave peanut butter fudge made in minutes! This easy recipe uses just four ingredients and a microwave—perfect for a quick sweet craving. The secret? Icing sugar ensures a velvety texture that melts in your mouth. Customize with chocolate chips, nuts, or sea salt for added flair. Forget gritty microwave fudge; this recipe delivers satisfaction every time!
Pancakes (Pannekoek)
Enjoy a foolproof 'Pannekoek' recipe from my late granny Julia’s kitchen. These soft South African pancakes flip effortlessly without tearing or sticking, thanks to the addition of oil. Made with simple, cost-effective ingredients - no milk or butter needed. Perfect for filling with traditional cinnamon sugar or a variety of sweet and savory options. An easy and versatile recipe that's sure to become a favorite.
Biscuit Base Lemon Meringue Pie
Discover the ease of our Biscuit Base Lemon Meringue Pie. This no-bake crust, made from digestive biscuits or Graham crackers, eliminates the need for mixing, chilling, and blind-baking a shortcrust pastry base. The filling, made with condensed milk, offers a creamier touch compared to traditional lemon-curd-style fillings. Swiss meringue tops it off, avoiding baked or raw-egg white meringue, ensuring no weeping or beading. The lemon flavor is spot-on and not overly tart.
Easy Mars Bar Slice
Discover the joy of this easy Mars bar slice! With only 5 ingredients, one pot, and one baking tin, you can create this no-bake treat in minutes. Perfect for kids to join in, no special skills are needed. The blend of Mars bars' chocolate-nougat-caramel trio with crunchy, chocolatey Coco Pops, topped with a layer of milk chocolate, makes this traybake irresistibly chewy and delicious. Quick, simple, and utterly delightful, this Mars bar slice is a must-try!
Marshmallow Fluff without Corn Syrup
Discover the joy of making your own marshmallow fluff without corn syrup! This creamy, dreamy recipe is easy, fluffy like a cloud, and delicately flavoured. With ingredients available worldwide, it's perfect as a fruit dip, cake frosting, or in rice krispie squares, cookies, fudge, and brownies. Plus, it makes a sweet gift for any occasion.
The Ultimate Nutella Milkshake
Whip up a Nutella milkshake with just three ingredients: Nutella, milk, and vanilla ice cream. This rich and indulgent homemade milkshake is perfect for satisfying any sweet tooth. The smooth and velvety Nutella adds a unique flavor, and the vanilla ice cream allows it to shine. Top and decorate with cream, chocolate sauce, sprinkles, wafer cigars, or pieces of chocolate for an extra delicious treat. Enjoy this indulgent delight any time!
3-Ingredient Coffee Mousse
Satisfy your dessert cravings with this 3-ingredient coffee mousse that's unbelievably creamy, smooth, and rich. This eggless coffee mousse recipe is easy to make, requires no gelatine, and uses instant coffee with no additional sugar except for the chocolate. Ideal for four medium portions or two large portions for a more indulgent treat. Enjoy the bold, rich flavors of this simple yet luxurious coffee mousse dessert that's perfect for any occasion.
Speculoos Tiramisu (Biscoff Tiramisu)
Enjoy a delightful Ch’tiramisu, a Northern French rendition of Biscoff Tiramisu with a Biscoff twist. Featuring Biscoff cookies and cookie butter, this quick and easy no-bake dessert requires only 15 minutes of prep time. Safe for pregnancy without raw eggs. Serve in individual glasses or a large dish for a stylish dessert option. Perfect for Biscoff enthusiasts looking to satisfy their sweet cravings.
Strawberry Croissants with Mascarpone Cream
Achieve a perfect 10/10 for your Valentine's Day efforts with these strawberry croissants. They're poetry in every bite and the perfect romantic breakfast. You don't need to be a whiz in the kitchen—just use shop-bought croissants, strawberry jam, cream, and mascarpone. Pair them with pink champagne for added sophistication. These croissants are also a great choice for a Mother's Day brunch.
Dulce de Leche Mousse
Try this easy dulce de leche mousse for a decadent dessert that's ready in just 5 minutes! Combining dulce de leche or Carnation Caramel from a tin, double cream, cream cheese and a pinch of salt, this recipe delivers a rich and creamy texture. Perfect for a quick dessert or a cake filling, this mousse can be made ahead and chilled. No gelatine or whipped egg whites needed.
Firni
Try our easy Firni (Phirni) recipe, featuring ground rice, milk, evaporated milk, and sugar, with the addition of crushed cardamom and rose water for a beautifully aromatic dessert. This rich and creamy Indian rice pudding is perfect for special celebrations and parties. The use of pre-ground rice makes it simple and quick to prepare, offering a slight caramel taste from the evaporated milk. Enjoy this delightful treat!