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20 Delicious Desserts We Can’t Stop Making

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These 20 delicious desserts are so good, we keep coming back to them again and again. From rich brownies to creamy puddings and fruity favorites, there’s something here for every sweet tooth. They’re easy to make and perfect for parties, family nights, or just because you’re craving something sweet. Once you try them, you’ll totally get why we can’t stop making them!

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Ensalada de Frutas (Mexican Fruit Salad)

A dessert bowl filled with a colorful fruit salad that includes grapes, strawberries, and kiwi, all mixed and coated in a creamy yogurt. A golden spoon is placed inside the bowl. A blurred bowl with more fruit is visible in the background.
Ensalada de Frutas. Photo credit: Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

Whip up this easy and tasty Ensalada de Frutas in just a few minutes—it’s full of fruity, creamy, and colorful goodness you’ll totally love!
Get the recipe: Ensalada de Frutas

Sweet Potato Brownies

A close-up of rich, fudgy brownies topped with pecan halves. The brownies have a glossy surface, indicating their moist texture, and are placed on a piece of white parchment paper. Pieces of nuts are visible throughout the brownies.
Sweet Potato Brownies. Photo credit: Living Chirpy.

These Sweet Potato Brownies are a healthier twist on a classic dessert. They’re gluten-free, made with almond flour, and sweetened with maple syrup, so they’re great for any time.
Get Recipe: Sweet Potato Brownies

Dulce de Leche Ice Cream

A close-up of a scoop of caramel ice cream in a waffle cone. The ice cream is drizzled with a thick, glossy caramel sauce, creating a mouth-watering and indulgent treat against a plain, light gray background.
Dulce de Leche Ice Cream. Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

Dulce de Leche Ice Cream is a sweet and creamy treat you can make right at home. Every bite is full of flavor and feels like a dessert dream!
Get Recipe: Dulce de Leche Ice Cream

Air Fryer Bread Pudding

A bowl of bread pudding topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, garnished with chopped pecans and a light dusting of cinnamon. The bread pudding is studded with raisins and chocolate chips. The background features a blurred jar.
Air Fryer Bread Pudding. Photo credit: Kitchen at Hoskins.

Make a quick bread pudding in your air fryer—it’s soft, sweet, and packed with cinnamon and vanilla. Best part? It’s ready in just 30 minutes!
Get Recipe: Air Fryer Bread Pudding

Mexican Fried Bananas

A black and white patterned plate filled with caramelized, sliced bananas drizzled with creamy sauce. A fork rests on the edge of the plate. The dish appears rich and appetizing, suitable for a dessert or sweet snack.
Mexican Fried Bananas. Photo by Mama Maggie’s KItchen

Mexican Fried Bananas are super easy and super tasty. They make an awesome snack or dessert everyone will enjoy!
Get the recipe: Mexican Fried Bananas

Sourdough Frosting

A close-up of a vanilla cupcake topped with a swirl of white frosting and colorful sprinkles. The background shows partial views of additional cupcakes placed on a white surface. Shadows suggest they are in a well-lit setting.
Sourdough Frosting. Photo credit: Sourdough Brandon.

This fluffy Sourdough Frosting is light, smooth, and not too sweet. It’s perfect for topping your favorite cakes or cupcakes.
Get Recipe: Sourdough Frosting

Mexican Arroz con Leche

A glass mug filled with a creamy dessert topped with a sprinkle of cinnamon and a cinnamon stick. The dessert appears to contain raisins and is placed on a wooden board with some scattered cinnamon powder around.
Arroz con Leche. Photo By Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

Enjoy the creamy comfort of Arroz con Leche! This cinnamon and vanilla rice pudding is a Mexican classic you’ll want to make again and again.
Get the recipe: Mexican Arroz con Leche

Brownie Cookie Recipe

A close-up view of several evenly spaced, freshly baked chocolate cookies on a parchment-lined baking sheet. The cookies have a cracked, textured surface and a rich, dark brown color indicating a gooey, chocolatey interior.
Brownie Cookie Recipe. Photo credit: I Heart Eating.

Brownie cookies give you the best of both worlds—fudgy in the middle, chewy on the outside, and topped with a crackly crust. So good!
Get Recipe: Brownie Cookie Recipe

Carlota de Limon

A slice of Carlota de Limon served on a white plate next to the cake.
Carlota de Limon. Photo by Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

Carlota de Limón is a no-bake Mexican dessert made with cookies and key lime flavor. It’s sweet, simple, and perfect for warm days.
Get the recipe: Carlota de Limon

Nutella Cheesecake Brownies

A close-up of several marble-patterned cheesecake bars arranged on a wooden cutting board. The cheesecake bars feature a swirl of chocolate and cream cheese, creating an intricate and appetizing pattern on the surface. The background is a marble countertop.
Nutella Cheesecake Brownies. Photo credit: Quiche My Grits.

Nutella cheesecake brownies are a dream combo of rich brownies, creamy vanilla cheesecake, and sweet Nutella swirls.
Get Recipe: Nutella Cheesecake Brownies

Tres Leches Cake (Pastel de Tres Leches)

A slice of white cake topped with whipped cream and fresh raspberries is placed on a white plate. A blurred background with a textured cloth and additional berries can be seen. The cake appears soft and moist, with a golden brown edge and a light, fluffy interior.
Tres Leches Cake. Photo by Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

Tres Leches Cake is a super moist, creamy Mexican dessert that’s packed with flavor. It might just become your new go-to treat!
Get the recipe: Pastel de Tres Leches

Better Than Costco Chocolate Chip Cookies

A dozen freshly baked chocolate chip cookies are cooling on a wire rack. The cookies are golden brown with visible chocolate chunks and slightly crisp edges, set against a white marble surface.
Better Than Costco Chocolate Chip Cookies. Photo credit: The Feathered Nester.

These soft chocolate chip cookies are loaded with chocolatey goodness. They’re just as good—maybe even better—than the ones from the big stores.
Get Recipe: Better Than Costco Chocolate Chip Cookies

Mexican Sprinkle Cookies

Colorful cookies topped with rainbow sprinkles are arranged on a light brown parchment paper. The sprinkles add a pop of color to the textured surface of the cookies.
Mexican Sprinkle Cookies. Photo credit: Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

Mexican Sprinkle Cookies are buttery and sweet, rolled in fun, colorful sprinkles. They’re perfect for birthdays, holidays, or anytime you want a little fun.
Get Recipe: Mexican Sprinkle Cookies

Chocolate Alfajores

Chocolate Argentinian Alfajores piled on top of each other next to a container of dulce de leche.
Chocolate Argentinian Alfajores. Photo by Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

Try Chocolate Alfajores—soft cookies filled with creamy dulce de leche and dipped in melted chocolate. They’re rich, delicious, and perfect year-round.
Get Recipe: Chocolate Alfajores

Red Velvet Brownies w/ Cream Cheese Glaze

A close-up of a single red velvet brownie surrounded by several more brownies topped with white icing drizzle and small red heart decorations. The brownie in the center is placed vertically and stands out against the background.
Red Velvet Brownies w/ Cream Cheese Glaze. Photo credit: Rich and Delish.

Red velvet brownies are fudgy and topped with a sweet cream cheese glaze. It’s like two desserts in one—yum!
Get Recipe: Red Velvet Brownies w/ Cream Cheese Glaze

Conchas (Mexican Sweet Bread)

Close-up of a variety of conchas, traditional Mexican sweet bread, on a vibrant, multicolored woven cloth. The conchas have distinctive shell-like patterns, with one being white and the others in shades of brown.
Mexican Conchas. Photo credit: Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

Mexican Conchas are soft, fluffy sweet breads with a fun, sugary topping. One bite and you’ll be hooked! Perfect for those who enjoy delicious desserts.
Get the recipe: Conchas

Classic Fudge Walnut Brownies

A square white baking dish filled with chocolate brownies topped with chopped nuts, arranged in a 4x4 grid. One brownie is missing, revealing a small gap. A cooling rack with another brownie and two glasses of milk are in the background.
Classic Fudge Walnut Brownies. Photo credit: From Valerie’s Kitchen.

These fudge walnut brownies are rich, chocolatey, and packed with crunchy walnuts. They’re easy to make and way better than any boxed mix.
Get Recipe: Classic Fudge Walnut Brownies

Baileys Icing Recipe

Chocolate cupcakes with swirls of light brown frosting are arranged in rows on a metal cooling rack. The frosting has a smooth, piped design that creates a circular pattern on top of each cupcake. The background is dark, making the cupcakes stand out.
Baileys Icing Recipe. Photo credit: A Mummy Too.

Baileys Icing is a one-bowl, flavor-packed topping for cakes or cupcakes. It’s creamy, chocolatey, and has a little grown-up twist!
Get Recipe: Baileys Icing Recipe

Super Easy Jello Cookies

A close-up shot of an assortment of colorful cookies in bright hues of red, yellow, green, purple, and blue. The cookies have a cracked surface and appear soft and slightly chewy, stacked together on a wooden surface.
Super Easy Jello Cookies. Photo credit: Homan at Home.

Jello cookies are bright, fun, and super easy to make. They’re perfect for baking with kids or adding color to your dessert table.
Get Recipe: Super Easy Jello Cookies

Baked Apples

A top-down view of a white rectangular plate holding several baked apples with a filling. Beside the plate are two apples, a small glass jar of honey with a wooden honey dipper, all placed on a colorful checked cloth.
Baked Apples. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Baked apples filled with cinnamon and nuts are the ultimate cozy treat for fall. They’re simple, warm, and full of flavor.
Get Recipe: Baked Apples

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About Maggie Unzueta

Maggie Unzueta is the face behind In Mama Maggie's Kitchen. She has been publishing Mexican recipes and creating delicious recipes since 2010. From family recipes to her extensive travels throughout Mexico, she brings traditional Mexican flavors from South of the Border and into your kitchen. Maggie has been featured in notable culinary websites and other media outlets. For more details, check out her About page.

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