Rustic Fruit Tart
My husband and I love pie, but we can’t eat a whole 9-inch pie by ourselves. So I make these easy tarts using rhubarb and raspberries picked at home. Sometimes I substitute apples, peaches or our garden blueberries for the rhubarb. —Naomi Olson Hamilton, Michigan
Chocolate Bread Pudding
This is a fun recipe because the chocolate makes it different from traditional bread pudding. It’s a rich, comforting dessert. —Mildred Sherrer, Fort Worth, Texas
Strawberry Rhubarb Cream
A friend gave me this recipe a long time ago. It’s rich and creamy yet refreshing. I make this often in early summer when rhubarb is readily available. —Norma DesRoches, Warwick, Rhode Island
Peach Cobbler for Two
Everyone notices a special taste in this cobbler. It’s orange peel, which enhances the color and gives this traditional dessert a delicious distinction. Cobblers usually serve a large group, so it’s convenient to have a recipe that makes just enough for two. — Betty Clark, Mount Vernon, Missouri
Blackberry Crisp
I adapted this comforting dessert from a recipe my mother-in-law gave to me. Hers fed a family with nine growing kids who were never full, so there was never any left. When I make my downsized version, there are never any leftovers either! —Marliss Lee, Independence, Missouri
Poached Pears with Orange Cream
End the meal with a flourish with this easy and elegant dessert. A hint of orange lends just enough sweetness to temper the wine’s bold taste. —Julianne Schnuck, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Easy Berry Cheesecake Parfaits
These sweet little parfaits take everything that’s good about cheesecake and make it way easier. You get the rich creaminess, graham cracker crunch and bright berry flavor all in a fun individual portion. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Mocha Pudding Cakes
These mouthwatering mini cakes make the perfect treat for a twosome. My mom used to make these when I was a little girl. Now I whip them up for a speedy dessert. —Debora Simmons, Eglon, West Virginia
Pineapple Upside-Down Cake for Two
Tender, moist and sweet, these two luscious but lighter cakes are as special as the person you choose to share them with! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Coconut Meringue Pie
This cute coconut pie has a fluffy meringue filling that bakes to beautiful, tall peaks and is sprinkled with toasted coconut flakes. —Lois Bayliff, Findlay, Ohio
Rosemary Citrus Sorbet
This pretty pastel dessert bursts with the fresh flavors of grapefruit, lime and rosemary. —Rebecca Baird, Salt Lake City, Utah
Chocolate Turtle Cheesecake
I always get compliments when I whip up this rich little cheesecake. With layers of caramel, chocolate and vanilla, it’s an instant classic. —Erin Byrd, Springfield, Missouri
Coffee Cream Tortilla Cups
Here’s a special dessert for two. Crispy tortilla bowls hold creamy coffee-flavored pudding topped with a mix of colorful fresh berries. —Amber Zurbrugg, Alliance, Ohio
Warm Pineapple Sundaes with Rum Sauce
Pineapple, rum and sugar have a longstanding and flavorful relationship that takes on new meaning when you add ginger and butter and turn up the heat. —Jamie Miller, Maple Grove, Minnesota
Li’l Pecan Pies
These tempting little tarts have all the rich traditional taste of a full-size pecan pie in a much smaller package. The tarts are perfect for two. —Christine Boitos, Livonia, Michigan
Layered Chocolate Pudding Dessert
This layered dessert is cool, creamy, chocolaty and a winner with everyone who tries it. What’s not to like? —Carma Blosser, Livermore, Colorado
White Chocolate Creme Brulee
When you want a dessert for a special occasion, try this one. Serving two, it’s perfect for Valentine’s Day or an anniversary dinner. But if need be, you can double the recipe, as I often do for my family. —Carole Resnick, Cleveland, Ohio
Parmesan Crisp Baked Apples
A dear friend and I wanted to make an easy apple crisp. We made a Parmesan filling, stuffed the apples and baked them whole. They were a hit! —Susan Stetzel, Gainesville, New York
Spiced Chocolate Molten Cakes
This splurge dessert is the kind you just have to linger over. Plunge your fork into one of the cakes and the chocolate and conversation start flowing. —Deb Carpenter, Hastings, Michigan
Semisweet Chocolate Mousse
A friend shared this rich velvety mousse recipe with me. I love to cook and have tons of recipes, but this one is a favorite. Best of all, it’s easy to make. —Judy Spencer, San Diego, California
Lemon Cream Delight
Indulging in this creamy dessert is like eating cheesecake out of a bowl. Light and luscious, it’s a pleasing finish to any meal. —Inge Schermerhorn, Kingston, New Hampshire
Strawberry Biscuit Shortcake
It seams Mom was always making biscuits. She served them plain for breakfast and dinner, especially when we had stew or baked beans. My favorite was when she served them like this—topped with fresh strawberries and whipped cream! —Elaine Gagnon, Pawtucket, Rhode Island
Crunchy Peanut Butter Tarts
For a fun, fuss-free dessert, try these darling tarts from Mary Kelly in Wilmington, NC. “They’re a satisfying, rich family favorite,” she says.
Dark Chocolate Pecan Cake
Made in a single loaf pan, this doubly good chocolate cake has a nutty praline layer and two layers of fluffy whipped cream. This is the only cake my husband really likes. —Laura Draper, Garfield, Washington
Cherry Bombs
You’ll win praise for these clever cherry bombs. Serve them for a special occasion with a knife and dessert spoon. —Linda Triplett, Renton, Washington
Mixed Berry Sundaes for 2
Before serving yogurt sundaes, get ready for requests for seconds. Our family enjoys them for breakfast, but they’re sweet enough for dessert. What an easy way to get our fruit and calcium. —Edie DeSpain, Logan, Utah
Contest-Winning Easy Tiramisu
This recipe makes a great quick dessert for a special supper…or anytime. It’s easily doubled if needed. What a fun use for pudding snack cups! —Betty Claycomb, Adverton, Pennsylvania
Mixed Fruit Shortcakes
This delightful downsized recipe makes just two biscuit-like shortcakes. Fill them with fresh fruit of your choice and top with whipped cream for an impressive dinner finale. —Sue Ross, Casa Grande, Arizona
Citrus Cream Tartlets
This rich and creamy dessert is especially nice for company. It’s attractive and easy to serve, and much of it can be made ahead of time. The citrus flavor is refreshing after a meal or on its own with coffee. —Brian Barger, Chevy Chase, Maryland
Cheesecake Berry Parfaits
Berry season is always such a treat for me. This dessert is an easy way to enjoy cheesecake and a refreshing changes from traditional pudding and fruit parfaits. —Patricia Schroedl, Jefferson, Wisconsin
Pear Perfection
What makes this dessert especially great is that it can be made in advance and year-round. I use lime sherbet for St. Patrick’s Day and pineapple sherbet for Easter. For a yuletide touch, add a sprinkle of pomegranate seeds. —Pat Neaves, Lees Summit, Missouri
Strawberry White Chocolate Tarts
White chocolate paired with sweet, fresh strawberries is a match made in heaven. The shortbread cookies make a wonderful buttery crust. —Cynthia Wike, Charlotte, North Carolina
Makeover Irish Cream Cheesecake
If you have a 4-in springform pan, this will be your new favorite dessert. The taste of Baileys Irish Cream comes through in every bite of this scaled down cheesecake. It’s perfect for splitting with someone special. —Judy Ferril, Shorewood, Minnesota
Raspberry Ice Cream in a Bag
Making homemade ice cream is fun for the whole family, and the fresh raspberry flavor of this treat makes it a perfect summer activity. Kids can shake the bags until the liquid changes to ice cream and then enjoy the reward! —Erin Hoffman, Canby, Minnesota
Cranberry Pear Cobblers
These individual cranberry-and-pear treats feature a hint of ginger and cinnamon. Served warm, topped with ice cream, their home-style flavor is sure to please any sweet tooth’s craving. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Persian Poached Pears
These fragrant pears are a dramatic way to finish off a Middle Eastern feast. They’re delicious, aromatic and an unusual twist on basic poached pears. —Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho
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