6. Sundae
For those who are craving some ice cream, what could be better than a sundae? You can mix and match some of the toppings you want to place on it to create a dish that is completely your own. Pick from one or more flavors for the ice cream, some chocolate syrup, and even a banana to finish the dish. Don’t forget the cherries.
7. Crème Brulee
This is a fancy dish that you can either order from your favorite restaurant or learn how to make from home. Marie Antoinette is one who loved this dish, but you don’t need to live at Versailles or be a queen in order to get something out of this dish. The custard is sweet and the burnt sugar makes a crust that you will love. It may seem complicated to make this decadent dessert, but one bite and you will want to show off your culinary skills all the time.
8. Crumble
Feel like you are back at grandma’s house when you have a crumble. Most people will make an apple crumble. You can also add other fruits to it depending on what is in season and what you feel like. The brown sugar and flour come together and make almost a pie for the whole family to enjoy at home. You can choose to add more crumble to the top or have more filling based on what you like the most with this dessert.
9. Parfait
When you are looking for a dessert that is simple and healthy at the same time, then you can’t go wrong with the parfait. This is a great dessert that allows you to put in anything you want, which can make it a good option for the kids to help. Mix together any combination of yogurt, granola, and fruits you like. Even add in some nuts for the added protein at the end. You can even make it with some ice cream if you want some more sweetness and you are not worried about the health factor of this one as much.
10. Baklava
This dessert is considered one of the oldest ones on the list. You can trace it back to the Turks and the Greeks, both of which claim to be the originators of this tasty dessert. The layers of phyllo dough are a bit different than many Americans are used to and when you add honey and nuts, it is a basic dessert that will taste amazing. One bite of this dessert and you will not be too concerned on where this one comes from.
11. Chocolate Chip Cookies
Chocolate chip cookies are an old classic that you just can’t go wrong with. You likely have a type that is your favorite, whether you like the soft and gooey, or you would like to go with some that are crisp and crunchy at the same time. This is a dessert that will taste good when the days are tough. Just make sure that you take them right out of the oven and enjoy them that way for the best results! If you are uncertain about the best recipe to make for chocolate chip cookies, it may be time to make a quick call to grandma and pull out those old family recipes you loved so much as a kid.