10 Easy Desserts To Make At Home

1. No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars

No-bake chocolate peanut butter bars are a perfect dessert choice for anyone looking for an easy, delicious and no-fuss treat. These bars are made with just a few ingredients and require very little prep time. The combination of chocolate and peanut butter is a classic that is sure to please any crowd. To start, you will need 1/2 cup of butter, 1/2 cup of creamy peanut butter, 1/2 cup of brown sugar, 1/4 teaspoon of salt, 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract, 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda, 1/2 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips, and 1/4 cup of creamy peanut butter for the topping.

Ingredients:

1/2 cup of butter
1/2 cup of creamy peanut butter
1/2 cup of brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon of salt
1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon of baking soda
1/2 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips
1/4 cup of creamy peanut butter for the topping

Instructions:

In a medium pot, melt the butter over medium low heat.
Stir in the peanut butter and brown sugar until it is fully combined.
Stir in the salt, vanilla extract, and baking soda until everything is well combined.
Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the chocolate chips until they are melted and everything is evenly combined.
Pour the mixture into an 8x8 inch pan lined with parchment paper.
Spread the remaining 1/4 cup of peanut butter over the top of the bars and smooth it out.
Place the pan in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours or until the bars are set.
Cut into bars and enjoy!

Nutrition:

One bar contains approximately 260 calories, 14g of fat, 15g of carbohydrates, and 7g of protein.

2. Apple Crumble

Apple crumble is a classic dessert that is easy to make and just as delicious. It is a perfect option for those looking for a comforting, warm and sweet treat. This dessert is made with simple ingredients and is sure to be a hit. To start, you will need 4 peeled and sliced apples, 1/2 cup of sugar, 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, 1/2 cup of butter, 1/2 cup of all-purpose flour, and 1/2 cup of rolled oats.

Ingredients:

4 peeled and sliced apples
1/2 cup of sugar
1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
1/2 cup of butter
1/2 cup of all-purpose flour
1/2 cup of rolled oats

Instructions:

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
In a medium bowl, mix together the apples, sugar, and cinnamon until everything is evenly combined.
Pour the mixture into an 8x8 inch baking dish.
In a separate bowl, mix together the butter, flour, and oats until everything is evenly combined.
Spread the mixture over the top of the apples in the baking dish.
Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
Let cool before serving and enjoy!

Nutrition:

One serving contains approximately 250 calories, 12g of fat, 32g of carbohydrates, and 3g of protein.

3. Chocolate Chip Cookies

Chocolate chip cookies are a classic favorite that never go out of style. These cookies are easy to make and require very few ingredients. To start, you will need 2 1/4 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, 1 teaspoon of salt, 1 cup of butter, 3/4 cup of granulated sugar, 3/4 cup of packed brown sugar, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, 2 large eggs, 2 cups of semi-sweet chocolate chips, and 1/2 cup of chopped nuts (optional).

Ingredients:

2 1/4 cups of all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon of baking soda
1 teaspoon of salt
1 cup of butter
3/4 cup of granulated sugar
3/4 cup of packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
2 large eggs
2 cups of semi-sweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup of chopped nuts (optional)

Instructions:

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
In a medium bowl, mix together the flour, baking soda, and salt until everything is evenly combined.
In a separate bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until everything is light and fluffy.
Mix in the eggs one at a time until everything is well combined.
Slowly add in the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until everything is evenly combined.
Stir in the chocolate chips and nuts (if using).
Drop the cookie dough by the tablespoon onto an ungreased baking sheet.
Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the cookies are golden brown.
Let cool before serving and enjoy!

Nutrition:

One cookie contains approximately 140 calories, 7g of fat, 17g of carbohydrates, and 2g of protein.

4. Pecan Pie

Pecan pie is a classic, southern favorite that is sure to please any crowd. This dessert is made with just a few simple ingredients and requires very little prep time. To start, you will need 1/2 cup of butter, 1/2 cup of sugar, 1/2 cup of light corn syrup, 3 large eggs, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 1 cup of chopped pecans, and 1 unbaked 9-inch pie crust.