39 Easy Desserts You Can Whip Up in 30 Minutes

When you’re short on time but craving something sweet, we’ve got something for you. We put together a collection of irresistible desserts you can whip up in half an hour. We’ve counted active time, so with some desserts, you might need to exercise some restraint while they cool

While the desserts we chose are quite different, all of them are quick and easy recipes to prepare, which is ideal when you want to feed a crowd or simply satisfy your sweet tooth without spending hours in the kitchen.

No-Bake Creamy Strawberry Pie

No-Bake Strawberry Pie recipe by Cheerful Cook.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

This no-bake Creamy Strawberry Pie combines the sweet flavors of fresh strawberries with a deliciously sweet and tangy cream filling.

Get the Recipe: No-Bake Creamy Strawberry Pie

Old-Fashioned Oatmeal Cookies With Raisins

Oatmeal Raisin Cookies recipe by Cheerful Cook.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

Enjoy these easy oatmeal raisin cookies fresh from the oven! Soft and chewy cookies are made healthier with rolled oats and sweet raisins.

Get the Recipe: Old-Fashioned Oatmeal Cookies With Raisins

Lemon Icebox Pie

Lemon Icebox Pie recipe by Cheerful Cook.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

Indulge in a heavenly Lemon Icebox Pie! This easy, no-bake treat boasts a tangy, silky smooth filling and buttery graham cracker crust.

Get the Recipe: Lemon Icebox Pie

Strawberry Tiramisu

Strawberry Tiramisu recipe by Cheerful Cook,
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

Strawberry Tiramisu has layers of fresh, juicy strawberries, rich, delicious cream filling, and orange liqueur-infused ladyfinger cookies.

Get the Recipe: Strawberry Tiramisu

Lemon Cheesecake

No-Bake Lemon Cheesecake recipe by Cheerful Cook.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

Try our no-bake Lemon Cheesecake recipe – a tangy and delicious dessert made with lemon juice, cream cheese, and sweetened condensed milk.

Get the Recipe: No-Bake Lemon Cheesecake

3-Ingredient Dunkaroo Dip

Dunkaroo Dip recipe by Cheerful Cook.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

If you’re looking for an easy, homemade, no-bake, delicious dessert recipe, this Dunkaroo Dip for you. It’s a perfect last-minute dessert.

Get the Recipe: Dunkaroo Dip

No-Bake Cherry Pineapple Pie

No-Bake Cherry Pineapple Pie recipe by Cheerful Cook.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

Our refreshing no-bake Cherry Pineapple Pie is a delightful blend of cherries and pineapples in a quick and easy dessert.

Get the Recipe: No-Bake Cherry Pineapple Pie

Cannoli Dip

A bowl of chocolate chip dip surrounded by waffles.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

Cannoli Dip is a decadently sweet dessert dip filled with vanilla and cinnamon. It’s inspired by the famous Italian delight – Cannoli.

Get the Recipe: Cannoli Dip

Cool Whip Cookies

Lemon Cool Whip Cookies recipe by Cheerful Cook.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

These soft, chewy Cool Whip cookies are made with only four ingredients! These classic cake mix cookies will make you feel like a kid again.

Get the Recipe: Cool Whip Cookies

Frozen Lemonade Pie

No-Bake Frozen Lemonade Pie recipe by Cheerful Cook.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

Indulge in the delight of a frozen Lemonade Pie, a year-round dessert that brings the refreshing taste of summer to your kitchen.

Get the Recipe: Frozen Lemonade Pie

Yogurt Pie

Strawberry Yogurt Pie recipe by Cheerful Cook.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

Dive into our scrumptious, no-bake Strawberry Yogurt Pie. This easy-ingredient recipe is also known as a chiffon pie. Best of all, it’s ready in less than 5 minutes. This dessert is a great choice if you want something easy and ultra-refreshing. 

Get the Recipe: Yogurt Pie

No-Bake Chocolate Cheesecake

Chocolate Cheesecake recipe by Cheerful Cook.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

Indulge in a heavenly no-bake Chocolate Cheesecake with a rich and creamy filling in a chocolate crust – the perfect dessert for any occasion.

Get the Recipe: No-Bake Chocolate Cheesecake

Cherry Pie Cookies

Cherry Pie Cookies recipe by Cheerful Cook.
Photo Credit: Tessie’s Table.

Cherry Pie Cookies are a quick, easy treat combining buttery cookie dough with cherry pie filling, perfect for any occasion.

Get the Recipe: Cherry Pie Cookies

Pumpkin Milkshake

Pumpkin Milkshake recipe by Tessie's Table.
Photo Credit: Tessie’s Table.

Creamy Pumpkin Milkshake blended with salted caramel ice cream, warm spices, and topped with whipped cream and crunchy pecans.

Get the Recipe: Pumpkin Milkshake

Cheesecake Dip

Cheesecake Dip recipe by Cheerful Cook.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

Make this easy, creamy cheesecake dip with just 3 ingredients for a versatile dessert everyone will love! Perfect for parties or snacking.

Get the Recipe: Cheesecake Dip

Pistachio Ice Cream

Pistachio Ice Cream recipe by Cheerful Cook.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

Get ready to impress your friends and family with this delectable Pistachio Ice Cream that will leave everyone craving seconds! This no-churn ice cream recipe combines instant pistachio pudding mix with sweetened condensed milk, making it easy to make and a guaranteed hit.

Get the Recipe: Pistachio Ice Cream

Cannoli Dip

A bowl of chocolate chip dip surrounded by waffles.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

Cannoli Dip is a decadently sweet dessert dip filled with vanilla and cinnamon. It’s inspired by the famous Italian delight – Cannoli.

Get the Recipe: Cannoli Dip

Pink Tiktok Booty Dip

TikTok's Viral Booty Dip (Pink Edition) recipe by Cheerful Cook.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

There’s a reason the Booty Dip went viral on TikTok. It’s delicious, easy to make, and we’ve added a bit of sass and taken it to the next level.

Get the Recipe: Pink Tiktok Booty Dip

No-Bake Oreo Cheesecake Bites

Oreo Cheesecake Bites recipe by Cheerful Cook.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

Discover the delight of creamy, tangy, and chocolaty No-Bake Oreo Cheesecake Bites for an irresistible sweet treat.

Get the Recipe: No-Bake Oreo Cheesecake Bites

Cranberry Oatmeal Cookies

Oatmeal Cranberry Cookies recipe by Cheerful Cook.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

Indulge in these sweet and chewy Cranberry Oatmeal Cookies, a delicious treat that’s quick and easy to make.

Get the Recipe: Cranberry Oatmeal Cookies

Strawberry and White Chocolate Mousse

White Chocolate Mousse recipe by Cheerful Cook.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

This simple 3-ingredient dessert is a real showstopper. White Chocolate Mousse with fresh strawberries is an easy treat that is perfect for parties.

Get the Recipe: Strawberry and White Chocolate Mousse

Classic Tiramisu

Classic Tiramisu recipe by Cheerful Cook.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

Treat yourself to our amazing Italian Tiramisu recipe, which is easy to make and tastes fantastic! This dessert has layers of coffee-soaked ladyfingers, smooth mascarpone cream, and a touch of liqueur.

Get the Recipe: Classic Tiramisu

Chocolate Chip Cookies

A pile of chocolate chip cookies with a bite taken out.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

These easy Chocolate Chip Cookies are perfect for beginners. They’re soft, with a hint of crispiness, and loaded with chocolate chips.

Get the Recipe: Chocolate Chip Cookies

Blueberry Ice Cream

Blueberry Ice Cream recipe by Cheerful Cook.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

This is an easy, no-churn Blueberry Ice Cream recipe. It’s perfectly creamy, loaded with blueberries, and sure to become a new summer favorite!

Get the Recipe: Blueberry Ice Cream

Chocolate Mousse Recipe

Chocolate mousse in a glass with whipped cream.
Photo Credit: The Forked Spoon.

This Easy Chocolate Mousse Recipe is decadent and rich in chocolate flavor. Perfectly thick and silky smooth, it’s the ultimate chocolate dessert – no eggs required!

Get the Recipe: Chocolate Mousse Recipe

Pumpkin Tiramisu

Pumpkin Tiramisu recipe by Cheerful Cook.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

Fall in love with this easy Pumpkin Tiramisu recipe. It’s a fun twist on the classic dessert using everyone’s favorite fall flavor!

Get the Recipe: Pumpkin Tiramisu

Mini Cherry Pie Bites

Mini Cherry Pie Bites (2 Ingredients!) recipe by Pumpkin 'N Spice.
Photo Credit: Pumpkin ‘N Spice.

These Mini Cherry Pie Bites are bursting with the classic pie flavor. Just 2 ingredients and no oven required for this mini dessert recipe!

Get the Recipe: Mini Cherry Pie Bites

3-Ingredient Banana Pudding

3-Ingredient No Cook Easy Banana Pudding recipe by Simply Five Ingredients.
Photo Credit: Simply Five Ingredients.

With minimal ingredients and a 5-minute prep time, a creamy 3-ingredient banana pudding recipe is the perfect way to sate your sweet tooth!

Get the Recipe: 3-Ingredient Banana Pudding

Vanilla Mousse Parfaits

A close up of vanlila mousse parfaits.
Photo Credit: The Feathered Nester.

Vanilla mousse parfaits are a decadent, 3-ingredient holiday dessert. Make this quick and easy after-dinner indulgence in just 15 minutes!

Get the Recipe: Vanilla Mousse Parfaits

TikTok Blueberry Cookies

Blueberry Cookie (Tiktok Cookies) recipe by Princess Pinky Girl.
Photo Credit: Princess Pinky Girl.

These Blueberry Cookies are trendy TikTok treats that have gone viral. They are quick and easy to bake using only 6 simple ingredients mixed with a frozen superfood.

Get the Recipe: TikTok Blueberry Cookies

Strawberry Shortcake Mug Cake

Strawberry Shortcake Mug Cake recipe by Chocolates and Chai.
Photo Credit: Chocolates and Chai.

Strawberry shortcake mug cake is a sweet, easy-to-make cake that’s paired with a delicious strawberry whipped cream. Ready in less than 10 minutes!

Get the Recipe: Strawberry Shortcake Mug Cake

Fruit Loop Dream Squares

Fruit Loop Dream Squares recipe by xoxoBella.
Photo Credit: xoxoBella.

These squares are a fun rainbow twist using Fruit Loops. I never ate Fruit Loops as a kid because my mom would never buy them. Nothing is stopping me now!!!

Get the Recipe: Fruit Loop Dream Squares

Popcorn Bars

Popcorn Bars recipe by Love From The Oven.
Photo Credit: Love From The Oven.

Can’t decide between having something sweet or salty? Have both with these easy Movie Theater Popcorn Bars!

Get the Recipe: Popcorn Bars

Peanut Butter Cup Cheesecake Dip

Peanut Butter Cup Cheesecake Dip recipe by On My Kids Plate.
Photo Credit: On My Kids Plate.

This easy peanut butter cream cheese dip tastes just like a no-bake peanut butter cup cheesecake in a bowl. You can add cookies or fruit to the dip.

Get the Recipe: Peanut Butter Cup Cheesecake Dip

Brownie Batter Dip

Brownie Batter Dip recipe by Crayons and Craving.
Photo Credit: Crayons and Craving.

This brownie batter dip is a sinfully delicious dessert dip that is easy to make with boxed brownie mix, Cool Whip, cream cheese, and milk.

Get the Recipe: Brownie Batter Dip

Watergate Salad

Watergate Salad recipe by Princess Pinky Girl.
Photo Credit: Princess Pinky Girl.

Watergate salad is an old-fashioned, creamy, and delicious dessert salad that is the ultimate sweet summer dish to pass! It’s ready in 5 minutes.

Get the Recipe: Watergate Salad

Air Fryer Apple Crisp

Air Fryer Apple Crisp recipe by Kitchen Divas.
Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

This air-fried apple crisp takes a classic dessert to another level. The sweet, tender apples work well with the air-fried topping.

Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Apple Crisp

Small-Batch Peanut Butter Cookies

Small-Batch Peanut Butter Cookies recipe by The Short Order Cook.
Photo Credit: The Short Order Cook.

This small-batch peanut butter cookie recipe makes only one dozen delicious cookies. It is perfect for a small household and to curb your cravings.

Get the Recipe: Small-Batch Peanut Butter Cookies

Chocolate Mousse Phyllo Cups

Chocolate Mousse Phyllo Cups recipe by Knife and Paddle.
Photo Credit: Knife and Paddle.

These Chocolate Mousse Phyllo Cups can be whipped up in about 15 minutes! An easy and delicious dessert that your guests will love.

Get the Recipe: Chocolate Mousse Phyllo Cups

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