Desserts are the recipes I get asked about the most. Whether it is the BJ’s Pizookie at a birthday, the Olive Garden Black Tie Mousse for a holiday, or a quick brownie on a Tuesday night, the right dessert makes the whole meal. This is my collection of tested dessert recipes – from restaurant copycats that taste like the real thing to family favorites passed down.
Some of these are 30 minutes from start to bite. Others take a weekend afternoon. All of them are worth the time.
In This Roundup
- 1. Olive Garden Strawberry Cream Cake
- 2. Olive Garden Tiramisu
- 3. Olive Garden Black Tie Mousse Cake
- 4. Warm and Buttery Simnel Cake Focaccia
- 5. Korean Rice Cake Lasagna (Tteokbokki Gratin)
- 6. Hearty Green Chilli Chicken Pot Pie
- 7. Hearty Nigerian Chicken and Plantain Pie
- 8. Creamy Chicken Pie Stuffed Bao Buns
- 9. Julia’s Classic Chicken and Vegetable Pie
- 10. Our Super-Easy Salmon Fishcakes (A Family Favorite!)
- 11. Rustic Vegetable Tart with Super-Flaky Pastry
- 12. Lemony Spring Vegetable Tart with Asparagus and New Potatoes
- 13. Springtime Potato Tart with Mint Salsa Verde
- 14. Classic Lemon Loaf Cake with a Zesty Glaze
- 15. Classic Crispy Duck Pancakes with Hoisin Sauce
- 16. Korean-Inspired Shepherd’s Pie
- 17. Fluffy Yoghurt Pancakes with Roasted Strawberries
- 18. Fluffy Plantain Soufflé Pancakes
- 19. Sunrise Granola & Berry Breakfast Trifles
- 20. Fragrant Pork and Savory Buckwheat Pancakes
- 21. Why Pancakes Tear Apart
- 22. 3 Effortless No-Bake Cheesecakes (6 Ingredients or Less!)
- 23. Hearty Plant-Based Lentil Shepherd’s Pie
- 24. Cassie’s Ultimate Chocolate Fudge Cake
- 25. Elegant Lemon & Elderflower Loaf Cake
- 26. The Ultimate Chocolate Chip Cookies
- 27. Ultimate No-Bake Biscoff Cheesecake
- 28. The Ultimate Rich and Fudgy Chocolate Cake
- 29. 6 Showstopping Easter Desserts to Sweeten Your Celebration
- 30. The Ultimate Fresh Strawberry Layer Cake
- 31. The Ultimate 6-Ingredient No-Bake Oreo Dessert
- 32. Fluffy Vegan Vanilla Cupcakes
- 33. Hearty Scottish Lamb Mince Pies
- 34. Decadent No-Bake Biscoff Cheesecake
- 35. Gochujang Shepherd’s Pie with Kimchi Mash
- 36. Rich & Moist Chocolate Guinness Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
- 37. Hearty Steak and Ale Pie: A Taste of London’s Pub Culture
- 38. The Perfect Classic Cheesecake
- 39. Inspired by the Show: The Ultimate Good Food Summer Celebration Tart
- 40. Classic & Simple Vanilla Cake
- 41. Classic Air Fryer Victoria Sponge Cake
- 42. Julia’s Classic Victoria Sponge Cake
- 43. Unlock Baking Perfection: 10 Essential Secrets for Flawless Cakes
- 44. Common Mistakes When Baking Cake
- 45. Black People Pound Cake
- 46. Cheesecake Factory Meatballs
- 47. Maggiano’s Butter Cake
- 48. Why a Cake Collapses
- 49. Mildred Ricke Cookies
- 50. Cornbread Topped Chilli Pie Chile Madness
The Recipes
1. Olive Garden Strawberry Cream Cake
If you’ve ever dined at Olive Garden and found yourself dreaming about their legendary strawberry cream cake, you’re not alone.…
2. Olive Garden Tiramisu
If you’re looking for a dessert that is creamy, rich and completely irresistible- this Olive Garden Tiramisu Recipe is for…
3. Olive Garden Black Tie Mousse Cake
Occasionally, a dessert hits that seems like an experience rather than just a sweet treat. That’s precisely the case I’m…
4. Warm and Buttery Simnel Cake Focaccia
Imagine the delightful fusion of a traditional British Simnel cake and a classic Italian focaccia. We invite you to create…
5. Korean Rice Cake Lasagna (Tteokbokki Gratin)
Welcome to my kitchen! Today, we’re creating something truly special that brings together two of my favorite comfort foods: the…
6. Hearty Green Chilli Chicken Pot Pie
Batch cooking is the ultimate secret to stress-free weeknight dinners, and this Green Chilli Chicken Pot Pie is designed to…
7. Hearty Nigerian Chicken and Plantain Pie
Welcome to a delightful fusion of classic comfort and vibrant West African flavors! This Nigerian Chicken and Plantain Pie takes…
8. Creamy Chicken Pie Stuffed Bao Buns
Welcome to a delightful culinary fusion where classic Western comfort meets beloved Eastern tradition. These Creamy Chicken Pie Bao Buns…
9. Julia’s Classic Chicken and Vegetable Pie
There are few things more wonderfully comforting than a golden, flaky pie crust giving way to a rich, creamy filling…
10. Our Super-Easy Salmon Fishcakes (A Family Favorite!)
Finding delicious, family-friendly dinners that even the adults will adore can be a weeknight challenge. We believe mealtimes should be…
11. Rustic Vegetable Tart with Super-Flaky Pastry
Elevate a humble bake to new heights with this recipe for a rustic vegetable tart, featuring a wonderfully flaky, buttery…
12. Lemony Spring Vegetable Tart with Asparagus and New Potatoes
Welcome the vibrant flavors of the season with a dish that is as beautiful as it is delicious. This Lemony…
13. Springtime Potato Tart with Mint Salsa Verde
Welcome the vibrant flavors of the season with this stunning potato tart, a perfect centerpiece for a springtime lunch or…
14. Classic Lemon Loaf Cake with a Zesty Glaze
There’s something wonderfully comforting about a classic Lemon Loaf Cake. Its bright, citrusy aroma fills the kitchen as it bakes,…
15. Classic Crispy Duck Pancakes with Hoisin Sauce
There’s something wonderfully celebratory about serving a platter of crispy duck pancakes. The combination of rich, succulent duck with its…
16. Korean-Inspired Shepherd’s Pie
Welcome to a delightful fusion of comfort food classics! We’ve taken the heart-warming, familiar embrace of a traditional Shepherd’s Pie…
17. Fluffy Yoghurt Pancakes with Roasted Strawberries
There’s a special kind of comfort reserved for a weekend morning, and nothing complements it better than a warm stack…
18. Fluffy Plantain Soufflé Pancakes
Elevate your brunch experience with a culinary masterpiece that marries the delicate, cloud-like texture of Japanese soufflé pancakes with the…
19. Sunrise Granola & Berry Breakfast Trifles
Elevate your morning routine with these stunning yet simple Sunrise Granola & Berry Breakfast Trifles. What makes them truly special…
20. Fragrant Pork and Savory Buckwheat Pancakes
There’s a special kind of comfort that comes from a warm, savory pancake, and today’s recipe is one of my…
21. Why Pancakes Tear Apart
Pancakes should flip easily and hold their shape, but sometimes they tear, stick, or fall apart in the pan. This…
22. 3 Effortless No-Bake Cheesecakes (6 Ingredients or Less!)
When you need a stunning dessert at a moment’s notice, these simple no-bake cheesecakes are the perfect solution. Each recipe…
23. Hearty Plant-Based Lentil Shepherd’s Pie
Embrace the heart of comfort food with our delicious Plant-Based Lentil Shepherd’s Pie. This recipe transforms humble ingredients into a…
24. Cassie’s Ultimate Chocolate Fudge Cake
The quest for the perfect chocolate cake can be a long one, filled with trials of cakes too dry, too…
25. Elegant Lemon & Elderflower Loaf Cake
As the days grow longer and blossoms begin to appear, there’s no better way to celebrate the season than by…
26. The Ultimate Chocolate Chip Cookies
There’s a special kind of magic in a truly perfect chocolate chip cookie, a sentiment shared by master bakers like…
27. Ultimate No-Bake Biscoff Cheesecake
There’s something truly magical about a dessert that requires no oven time yet delivers a showstopping result, and this No-Bake…
28. The Ultimate Rich and Fudgy Chocolate Cake
There are countless chocolate cake recipes in the world, but this is the one we turn to time and time…
29. 6 Showstopping Easter Desserts to Sweeten Your Celebration
Easter is a time for joyful gatherings and, of course, indulging in spectacular sweet treats. To help you round off…
30. The Ultimate Fresh Strawberry Layer Cake
Let the vibrant flavor of seasonal strawberries shine in this stunningly beautiful cake. When fresh strawberries are at their sweetest…
31. The Ultimate 6-Ingredient No-Bake Oreo Dessert
There’s a special kind of magic in a dessert that requires no oven time but delivers a show-stopping taste, and…
32. Fluffy Vegan Vanilla Cupcakes
Discover the secret to incredibly light and fluffy plant-based cupcakes that are a joy to bake and even more wonderful…
33. Hearty Scottish Lamb Mince Pies
There’s nothing quite as comforting as a warm, savory pie, and these Scottish-inspired Lamb Mince Pies are the pinnacle of…
34. Decadent No-Bake Biscoff Cheesecake
If the warm, caramelized spice of Biscoff cookies holds a special place in your heart, you’re in for a treat.…
35. Gochujang Shepherd’s Pie with Kimchi Mash
Welcome to a delightful reimagining of a beloved classic! We’ve taken the comforting, hearty shepherd’s pie and infused it with…
36. Rich & Moist Chocolate Guinness Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
Welcome to a recipe that’s as delightful to make as it is to eat. There’s a special magic that happens…
37. Hearty Steak and Ale Pie: A Taste of London’s Pub Culture
There’s an undeniable magic to a classic British pub—from the welcoming warmth of a cosy corner to the lively chatter…
38. The Perfect Classic Cheesecake
There are few desserts as universally beloved as a classic cheesecake. Its rich, creamy texture and tangy-sweet flavor make it…
39. Inspired by the Show: The Ultimate Good Food Summer Celebration Tart
With the Good Food Show Summer 2026 just around the corner (held from 18-21 June at NEC Birmingham), we’re buzzing…
40. Classic & Simple Vanilla Cake
Welcome to my kitchen! There are few things more comforting than the aroma of a classic vanilla cake baking in…
41. Classic Air Fryer Victoria Sponge Cake
Welcome to my kitchen! If you’ve ever wondered whether your air fryer could handle more than just savory dishes, you’re…
42. Julia’s Classic Victoria Sponge Cake
There’s a special kind of warmth that comes from a classic, homemade bake, and few recipes capture that feeling quite…
43. Unlock Baking Perfection: 10 Essential Secrets for Flawless Cakes
Every baker, from the weekend hobbyist to the seasoned professional, dreams of pulling a perfectly moist, evenly risen cake from…
44. Common Mistakes When Baking Cake
Cake baking is sensitive to small measurement errors. Common mistakes when baking cake Cakes fail most often due to mixing…
45. Black People Pound Cake
There’s something deeply soul-satisfying about a traditional black people pound cake – that golden, buttery masterpiece that’s graced Southern tables…
46. Cheesecake Factory Meatballs
There’s something magical about the Cheesecake Factory’s giant, tender meatballs smothered in rich marinara and crowned with clouds of whipped…
47. Maggiano’s Butter Cake
There’s something magical about ending a meal at Maggiano’s Little Italy with their iconic butter cake-a warm, tender dessert that’s…
48. Why a Cake Collapses
A cake that rises beautifully in the oven but collapses afterward can be very disappointing. This problem usually happens because…
49. Mildred Ricke Cookies
There’s something truly magical about family recipes, and the Mildred Ricke Cookies Recipe-better known in our home as Grandma Bonnie’s…
50. Cornbread Topped Chilli Pie Chile Madness
There’s something deeply comforting about the union of hearty chili and golden cornbread. In this Cornbread Topped Chilli Pie Chile…
Final Thoughts
Those are the desserts I keep making. If you have a restaurant dessert you want me to recreate, leave a comment and I will add it to my next testing round.