49 Timeless Desserts to Whip Up Easily in Your Favorite Baking Dish

ByJennifer

There’s something about pulling a dessert straight from your trusty baking dish that just feels right. We’ve put together a collection of delicious desserts that are easy to whip up and perfect for those times when you want a sweet treat without the fuss.

These recipes keep things simple, using that same baking dish that’s seen countless dinners, now ready for something a little sweeter.

Pecan Pie Dump Cake

Pecan Pie Dump Cake recipe by Cheerful Cook.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

This Pecan Pie Dump Cake is the perfect combination of simplicity and indulgence. With its rich, caramel-infused pecan filling and buttery, crumbly topping, it’s a dessert that everyone will love.

Get the Recipe: Pecan Pie Dump Cake

Easy Pumpkin Delight – Simply The Best No-Bake Fall Dessert

No-Bake Pumpkin Delight recipe by Cheerful Cook.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

Pumpkin Delight is a great no-bake dessert when you want something simple and delicious for the fall season. It’s full of warm spices, creamy layers, and just the right amount of sweetness to satisfy everyone at the table.

Get the Recipe: Pumpkin Delight

Black Forest Dump Cake

A fork is being used to eat a brownie with cherries and ice cream.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

Enjoy the irresistible flavors of Black Forest Dump Cake: a delightful combination of chocolate, cherries, and fluffy goodness.
Get the Recipe: Black Forest Dump Cake

Strawberry Dump Cake

Strawberry cobbler in mason jars with a spoon.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

Indulge in the sweet and easy-to-make Strawberry Dump Cake! This easy dessert is made by layering strawberry cake mix crumbles.

Get the Recipe: Strawberry Dump Cake

Easy Oreo Sheet Cake

Oreo Sheet Cake recipe by Cheerful Cook.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

Our easy-to-make Oreo Sheet Cake layers rich chocolate cake with creamy Oreo pudding and a fluffy whipped topping adorned with crunchy Oreo bits.

Get the Recipe: Easy Oreo Sheet Cake

Strawberry Crisp

Strawberry Crisp recipe by Cheerful Cook.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

Strawberry Crisp is the perfect summer dessert, especially when it’s made with freshly picked, in-season strawberries.

Get the Recipe: Strawberry Crisp

Caramel Apple Cake

Caramel Apple Cake recipe by Cheerful Cook.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

This simple Apple Cake is brimming with comforting fall flavors. Made of fresh apples and cinnamon-infused batter baked to golden perfection.

Get the Recipe: Caramel Apple Cake (Easy Sheet Cake Recipe)

Pumpkin Dump Cake

A slice of pumpkin coffee cake on a plate with a fork.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

Perfectly spiced, moist, and creamy Pumpkin Dump Cake is the perfect easy dessert to make this holiday season!

Get the Recipe: Pumpkin Dump Cake

Peach Cobbler Dump Cake

Peach Cobbler Dump Cake recipe by Cheerful Cook.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

Peach Cobbler Dump Cake is a must-try for anyone looking for an easy, delicious dessert. Its combination of sweet peaches and buttery, crunchy topping makes it a standout choice for any occasion.

Get the Recipe: Peach Cobbler Dump Cake

German Lemon Sponge Cake

German Glazed Lemon Sheet Cake recipe by Cheerful Cook.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

Light and airy, sweet and moist, this lemon-infused and glazed German Sponge Cake is incredibly delicious and also easy to make.

Get the Recipe: German Lemon Sponge Cake

Strawberry Cheesecake Bars

Strawberry Cheesecake Bars recipe by Cheerful Cook.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

Indulge in a deliciously sweet and tangy treat with these mouth-watering Strawberry Cheesecake Bars!

Get the Recipe: Strawberry Cheesecake Bars

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

Peanut Butter and Jelly Dessert

Peanut Butter Jelly Bars recipe by Cheerful Cook.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

Peanut Butter and Jelly Bars are an incredibly delicious, soft, crumbly, and sweet spin on a Pb&J sandwich.

Get the Recipe: Peanut Butter and Jelly Dessert

Lemon Dump Cake

Lemon Dump Cake recipe by Cheerful Cook.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

Indulge in the sweet, citrusy delight of Lemon Dump Cake! Tangy lemon brings a burst of flavor to this classic cake.

Get the Recipe: Lemon Dump Cake

Blueberry Dump Cake With Fresh Blueberries

Blueberry Dump Cake recipe by Cheerful Cook.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

If you’re looking for an outrageously delicious dessert that takes minutes to make, you’ve got to try this Blueberry Dump Cake recipe.

Get the Recipe: Blueberry Dump Cake

Banana Cake With Sour Cream Frosting

Banana Cake with Sour Cream Frosting recipe by Cheerful Cook.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

This delicious Banana Cake is made with sweet, ripe bananas and topped with a tangy sour cream frosting. Easy and delicious.

Get the Recipe: Banana Cake With Sour Cream Frosting

Pineapple Dump Cake

Pineapple Dump Cake recipe by Cheerful Cook.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

Pineapple Dump Cake is an effortless dessert made with canned pineapple, cake mix, and butter, resulting in a sweet and fruity treat.

Get the Recipe: Pineapple Dump Cake (Just 4 Ingredients)

Blueberry Cheesecake Bars

Blueberry Cheesecake Bars recipe by Cheerful Cook.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

Our Blueberry Cheesecake Bars have a crunchy oatmeal crust, are stuffed with juicy blueberries, and finished with a cream cheese filling.

Get the Recipe: Blueberry Cheesecake Bars

Strawberry Crisp

Strawberry Crisp recipe by Cheerful Cook.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

Strawberry Crisp is the perfect summer dessert, especially when it’s made with freshly picked, in-season strawberries.

Get the Recipe: Strawberry Crisp

German Crumb Cake

Traditional German Crumb Cake (Streuselkuchen) recipe by Cheerful Cook.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

Streuselkuchen (German Crumb Cake) is a light and airy cake with a layer of jam that is topped with buttery crumb and almond topping.

Get the Recipe: German Crumb Cake

Christmas Dump Cake

A dish of cranberry crisp with a spoon in it.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

Enjoy the holiday season with our Christmas Dump Cake. Simple ingredients, easy steps, and a dessert that’s sure to please everyone!

Get the Recipe: Christmas Dump Cake

Pumpkin Sheet Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting

A piece of pumpkin cake on a plate with a fork.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

This tender and incredibly moist Pumpkin Bar recipe is gently spiced with the best fall flavors and topped with a cream cheese frosting.

Get the Recipe: Pumpkin Sheet Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting

Traditional German Butterkuchen

Butterkuchen recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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Butterkuchen (butter cake) is made with a rich blend of milk, sugar, yeast, eggs, and flour. And, of course, plenty of butter!

Get the Recipe: Butterkuchen

Sweet and Tangy Lemon Poke Cake

Lemon Poke Cake recipe by Cheerful Cook.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

Indulge in the delightful flavors of our tangy and sweet Lemon Poke Cake. This dessert is filled with creamy lemon pudding and topped with whipped cream for a refreshing, flavorful treat. Ideal for family gatherings or a special dessert.

Get the Recipe: Sweet and Tangy Lemon Poke Cake

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

Peach Dump Cake

Peach Dump Cake recipe by Cheerful Cook.
Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

Each mouthful of this delicious Peach Dump Cake is full of sweet peaches, moist and tender cake, and crunchy walnuts!

Get the Recipe: Peach Dump Cake

Chocolate Peanut Butter Poke Cake

Air Fryer Chocolate Peanut Butter Swirl Cake recipe by Kitchen Divas.
Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

This chocolate peanut butter poke cake combines tender chocolate cake with chocolate pudding, peanut butter frosting, and peanut butter candy.

Get the Recipe: Chocolate Peanut Butter Poke Cake

Old-Fashioned Fruit Cocktail Cake

A slice of Old-Fashioned Fruit Cocktail Cake on a plate with whipped cream.
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This fruit cocktail cake recipe is the easy and delicious – with crunchy pecans and a brown sugar glaze. It’s the perfect foolproof dessert!

Get the Recipe: Old-Fashioned Fruit Cocktail Cake

No-Bake Peanut Butter Oat Bars

No bake peanut butter bars stacked on top of each other.
Photo Credit: Liv’s Little Muffins.

When you’re out of things like eggs and milk but need a quick dessert, make these delicious chocolate-covered, no-bake peanut butter oat bars.

Get the Recipe: No-Bake Peanut Butter Oat Bars

Easy Chocolate Orange Cake

Plate of chocolate orange cake pieces garnished with orange zest, accompanied by fresh orange slices.
Photo Credit: My Kitchen Serenity.

Incredibly delicious flavor combination of chocolate and orange! Spread warm frosting on warm cake and prepare to be blown away!

Get the Recipe: Easy Chocolate Orange Cake

Chocolate Oatmeal Cake

Chocolate Oatmeal Cake recipe by The Cookin Chicks.
Photo Credit: The Cookin Chicks.

Chocolate Oatmeal Cake is not only a family favorite, but its perfectly moist, fluffy, and just what your sweet tooth craves!

Get the Recipe: Chocolate Oatmeal Cake

No-Bake Blueberry Cheesecake

No-Bake Blueberry Cheesecake recipe by Year Round Pantry.
Photo Credit: Year Round Pantry.

Enjoy a creamy and tangy no-bake blueberry cheesecake with a pecan and graham cracker crust. Perfect for summer desserts!

Get the Recipe: No-Bake Blueberry Cheesecake

Mixed Berry Jello Dessert

Mixed Berry Jello Dessert recipe by xoxoBella.
Photo Credit: xoxoBella.

Whip up this mixed berry jello dessert and you’ll be so glad you did. The crumbly crust and sweet fruity filling are just so delicious.

Get the Recipe: Mixed Berry Jello Dessert

Chocolate Peanut Butter Pretzel Bars

Chocolate Peanut Butter Pretzel Bars recipe by Princess Pinky Girl.
Photo Credit: Princess Pinky Girl.

These chocolate peanut butter pretzel bars are sweet and salty combined with peanut butter and chocolate! They are an easy no-bake dessert.

Get the Recipe: Chocolate Peanut Butter Pretzel Bars

Banana Split Brownies {Made From Scratch}

Banana Split Brownies {Made From Scratch} recipe by Simply Stacie.
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Banana Split Brownies made with a hint of banana and topped with strawberry cream cheese frosting. A fun dessert that everyone will enjoy!

Get the Recipe: Banana Split Brownies {Made From Scratch}

Nutella Brookies

Nutella Brookies recipe by Kitchen Divas.
Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

Indulge in the irresistible combination of rich, fudgy brownies, soft, chewy chocolate chip cookies and silky-smooth Nutella ribbons with our Nutella brookies.

Get the Recipe: Nutella Brookies

Gingerbread Cake With Caramel Sauce

Gingerbread Cake With Caramel Sauce recipe by Kitchen Divas.
Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

Gingerbread Cake with Caramel Sauce is the best dessert to satisfy cravings and impress guests. Warm spices and rich caramel create a treat hard to resist.

Get the Recipe: Gingerbread Cake With Caramel Sauce

Drumstick Cake

Drumstick Cake (Drumstick Ice Cream Cake) recipe by Kitchen Divas.
Photo Credit: Kitchen Divas.

Drumstick Cake is an easy frozen dessert with a cone like crust and creamy filling that satisfies Drumstick ice cream cone cravings!

Get the Recipe: Drumstick Cake

Cranberry White Chocolate Crumb Bars

Cranberry White Chocolate Crumb Bars recipe by Semi Homemade Kitchen.
Photo Credit: Semi Homemade Kitchen.

Make festive Cranberry White Chocolate Crumb Bars with a sugar cookie base, tart cranberry topping and sweet white chocolate drizzle.

Get the Recipe: Cranberry White Chocolate Crumb Bars

Two Ingredient Lemon Bars

Two Ingredient Lemon Bars recipe by Semi Homemade Kitchen.
Photo Credit: Semi Homemade Kitchen.

Easy two-ingredient lemon bars made with angel food cake mix and lemon pie filling. Perfect for a tangy and sweet dessert without the hassle.

Get the Recipe: Two Ingredient Lemon Bars

Apple Pie Bars

Apple Pie Bars recipe by Tastes of Lizzy T.
Photo Credit: Tastes of Lizzy T.

Homemade danish pastry with loads of apples baked inside. The almond glaze over the from-scratch pie crust is a must on these apple pie bars.

Get the Recipe: Apple Pie Bars

Rice Krispie Scotcheroos

Rice Krispie Scotcheroos recipe by Tastes of Lizzy T.
Photo Credit: Tastes of Lizzy T.

This Rice Krispie Scotcheroos recipe is a classic no bake dessert. The best peanut butter, chocolate and butterscotch combination ever.

Get the Recipe: Rice Krispie Scotcheroos

Italian Cream Cake Cookie Bars

Italian Cream Cake Cookie Bars recipe by My Kitchen Serenity.
Photo Credit: My Kitchen Serenity.

Italian Cream Cake Cookie Bars are made with cake mix, are easy to make, and taste just like classic Italian Cream Cake but in cookie form!

Get the Recipe: Italian Cream Cake Cookie Bars

Raspberry Lemon Blondies

Raspberry Lemon Blondies recipe by Whiskful Cooking.
Photo Credit: Whiskful Cooking.

Raspberry Lemon Blondies Ingredients: 1 cup butter · 1/2 cup granulated sugar · 1 cup light brown sugar · 2 large eggs…

Get the Recipe: Raspberry Lemon Blondies

Mississippi Mud Brownies

Mississippi Mud Brownies (With Brownie Mix) recipe by Grits and Gouda.
Photo Credit: Grits and Gouda.

Shortcut Mississippi Mud Brownies recipe made with fudge brownie mix, marshmallows, and melted store bought chocolate icing.

Get the Recipe: Mississippi Mud Brownies

Honey Bread Pudding With Raisins And Vanilla Sauce

Honey Bread Pudding With Raisins And Vanilla Sauce recipe by Grits and Gouda.
Photo Credit: Grits and Gouda.

Honey Bread Pudding with Raisins is a simple bread pudding made with French bread and served with an easy vanilla sauce.

Get the Recipe: Honey Bread Pudding With Raisins And Vanilla Sauce

Twix Cookie Bars

Twix Cookie Bars recipe by Artsy-Fartsy Mama.
Photo Credit: Artsy-Fartsy Mama.

These homemade Twix Cookie Bars are a sweet and simple way to treat a crowd to a favorite candy bar!

Get the Recipe: Twix Cookie Bars

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