Skip the store-bought desserts and try making your own instead! These ridiculously easy recipes are perfect for impressing at any gathering or just enjoying at home. Get ready to whip up some homemade treats that are way better than anything you’ll find in the store.

Cherry Pandowdy

Cherry Pandowdy features a sweet cherry layer with a simple crust, making it a breeze to prepare. Perfect for a fruity dessert or take to potlucks, it’s a crowd-pleaser and a dessert you won’t find in a store.
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Coconut Cupcakes With Coconut Buttercream Frosting

These Coconut Cupcakes, made from a boxed mix, are super moist and rich. The coconut buttercream frosting on top makes them a coconut hit for dessert. Skip the store-bought cupcakes and make these!
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Peach Almond Tart

Peach Almond Tart combines sweet peaches with a nutty almond filling in a flaky crust. Ready to make, this dessert is a standout for dessert and way better than store-bought options.
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Strawberry Rice Krispie Treats

Strawberry Rice Krispie Treats are fruity and gooey with just four ingredients. Their fun pink hue makes them an effortless and tasty choice for a nostalgic treat and are way better than store-bought options.
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Peach Pandowdy

Peach Pandowdy is a nostalgic summer treat that combines spiced, ripe peaches with a flaky crust. This homemade dessert adds a delicious fruity touch to your dessert table and beats anything store-bought.
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Strawberry Cake with Strawberry Buttercream

This moist Strawberry Cake, topped with fluffy strawberry buttercream, is bursting with fresh fruit flavor. It’s an impressive yet simple dessert using fresh strawberries that’s better than store-bought.
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Peach Raspberry Bars

Peach Raspberry Bars mix buttery crumble with sweet peaches and tart raspberries for a delightful treat. Their vibrant flavors make them a family favorite that’s definitely better than store-bought bars
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Sugar Cookie Bars

Sugar Cookie Bars are soft, chewy, and decorated with your favorite sprinkles and creamy frosting. They’re a fun and easy treat to share, and definitely better than store-bought versions.
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Banana Caramel Cake

Banana Caramel Cake, made from a boxed mix, has a tender, flavorful texture. It’s easy to make and perfect for impressing the family with minimal effort, a definite upgrade from store-bought cakes.
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Browned Butter Blondies

Rich and buttery Brown Butter Blondies with Pecans are glazed with cinnamon. They add a touch of decadence to any dessert table and are a fantastic alternative to store-bought treats.
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Cherry Apricot Upside Down Cake

Cherry Apricot Upside Down Cake pairs tender yellow cake with caramelized cherries and apricots. Ready to make, it’s a simple and delicious cake, definitely better than store-bought.
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M&M Bars

M&M Bars mix chocolate chips with crunchy M&Ms in chewy cookie dough. Their festive flavor makes them an easy and delicious cookie that kids love and adults do too!
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Lemon Bundt Cake

Lemon Bundt Cake, made from scratch, features juicy lemon pieces and a creamy glaze. It’s a refreshing and delightful dessert that feeds a crowd. You won’t find this cake at the store.
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Mountain Dew Bundt Cake

Mountain Dew Bundt Cake offers a lemony twist with creamy icing. This easy-to-make cake is a perfect treat for lemon lovers. It’s so easy to make with a box cake mix and a can of soda.
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Peanut Butter Cup Brownies

Peanut Butter Cup Brownies, made with a boxed mix and peanut butter cups, are a quick and chocolaty treat. Ready in just 30 minutes, they’re ideal for busy days and last minute gatherings and way better than store-bought.
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Lemon Lime Cream Pie

Refreshing Lemon Lime Cream Pie is filled with lemon-lime cream and topped with blackberries on a graham cracker crust. Finished with whipped cream rosettes, it’s a perfect summer dessert that’s better than store-bought pies.
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Peach Blackberry Ice Cream

This no-churn Peach Blackberry Ice Cream mixes homemade peach ice cream with fresh blackberries. It’s a creamy and perfect dessert for summer weekends, showcasing seasonal fruits. You won’t find this ice cream in the store,
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Vanilla Skillet Cake

This easy Vanilla Skillet Cake is made with simple ingredients and baked in a skillet. It has a crispy crust and a tender interior, making it a homemade dessert that’s better than store-bought.
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Apple Cake with Cinnamon

Apple Cake with Cinnamon is baked in a skillet with fresh apple slices on top. It’s a comforting and delicious dessert that everyone will love and is perfect for a fall treat.
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