Get ready to take a delicious trip down memory lane with 31 of the best desserts from Grandma’s recipe box! Each one is packed with nostalgia, comforting flavors, and that homemade touch you just can’t get from a store-bought treat. From rich, fudgy brownies to buttery pound cakes and old-fashioned pecan pie, these are the treats that filled our childhood kitchens with the sweetest aromas. Don’t miss out—scroll through and find the perfect dessert to whip up in your own kitchen today!

Pecan Pie Recipe

Close-up of sliced pecan pie on a white plate. The pie has a golden crust and a rich, glossy filling topped with whole pecans. A pie server is lifting one slice.
Pecan Pie Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This corn syrup-free pecan pie version uses a more natural sweetener like maple syrup, making it a healthier option with its lower sugar content and high mineral content.
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Homemade Brownie Recipe

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Homemade Brownie Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Chocolate lovers’ homemade Moist Cake Brownies are perfectly moist cake-like brownies loaded with dark chocolate flavor.
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Quick and Easy Spiced Pumpkin Bread Using Cake Mix

A loaf of pumpkin bread with cake mix recipe, topped with pumpkin seeds, is displayed on a wooden board. Two slices are cut from the loaf, and autumnal decorations like colorful leaves and pinecones surround it, providing a seasonal feel.
Quick and Easy Spiced Pumpkin Bread Using Cake Mix. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Quick & easy homemade pumpkin bread with a cake mix recipe. It only takes 10 minutes to mix up a batch and taste so good.
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Classic Southern Pound Cake Recipe

sweet buttery pound cake slices with blueberries and mint
Classic Southern Pound Cake Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This Moist and Buttery Pound Cake Recipe is a classic moist Southern pound cake infused with a creamy, sweet, buttery flavor. Its soft, dense texture is absolutely perfect for soaking up fresh, juicy strawberries.
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Easy Peach Cobbler Recipe

homemade peach cobbler with store pie crust
Easy Peach Cobbler Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This easy peach cobbler with premade pie crust recipe only takes about 15 minutes to prepare using fresh, canned, or frozen peaches.
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No Bake Oatmeal Cookies

No-bake chocolate oatmeal cookies are arranged on a round platter with a dollop of peanut butter on a spoon and a small bowl of shredded coconut on the side. The platter rests on a pink and white striped cloth.
No Bake Oatmeal Cookies. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

These quick to make no-bake oatmeal cookies require just a handful of simple ingredients such as cocoa powder, peanut butter, and oatmeal. Combined with creamy butter, sugar, and a splash of milk, these ingredients come together to create a rich, fudgy texture that’s hard to resist.
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Hummingbird Cake Recipe

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Hummingbird Cake Recipe. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage

Hummingbird Cake blends pineapple, bananas, and cream cheese frosting for a moist, tropical dessert. This recipe is easy to prepare and always a crowd-pleaser.
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Pumpkin Dump Cake Recipe

A slice of pumpkin cake topped with crunchy pecans and a dollop of whipped cream on a white plate. The background includes colorful autumn leaves.
Pumpkin Dump Cake Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This easy recipe for Pumpkin Dump Cake is made with real pumpkin, classic pumpkin pie seasonings, brown sugar, cake mix, and chopped pecans.
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Peanut Butter Cookies Recipe

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Peanut Butter Cookies Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

These peanut butter cookies without eggs are gluten-free and vegan yet cook up into thick, soft, and chewy cookies packed with sweet peanut butter flavor. A classic childhood favorite that’s easy to make.
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No-Bake Tiramisu Cake Recipe

A slice of creamy tiramisu on a white plate, dusted with cocoa powder. A silver fork is placed on top, and a beige cloth napkin is in the background.
No-Bake Tiramisu Cake Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

The combination of delicate, coffee-soaked ladyfingers and creamy mascarpone mixture provides every layer of tiramisu cake a delightful dessert treat that everybody loves.
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Butterball Cookies Recipe

Classic Butterball Cookie rolled in powdered sugar with a bowl of the sugar by the plate
Butterball Cookies Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Butterball cookies are a classic old recipe that we’ve been making since I was a little girl—sometimes called snowball cookies, Mexican wedding cookies, or Russian tea cakes. These sweet, pillowy treats are made with butter, powdered sugar, flour, and walnuts.
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Lemon Jell-O Poke Cake Recipe

A lemon sheet cake topped with creamy frosting, lemon slices, and mint leaves. The cake is partially sliced in a white baking dish next to two plated servings adorned with similar garnishes. Fresh mint and a whole lemon are placed next to the dishes.
Lemon Jell-O Poke Cake Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This sweet and citrusy Lemon Poke Cake has a delicious vanilla sponge base soaked with ribbons of lemon Jell-O and lemon Cool Whip frosting.
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Easy Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

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Easy Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Satisfy your sweet tooth with these oatmeal chocolate chip cookies. Soft, chewy, and made without dairy or eggs, they are a healthy treat perfect for snack time or dessert.
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No-Bake Cherry Delight

A close-up of a partially eaten cherry cheesecake in a white dish. The dessert has a crumbly crust, a creamy filling, and a vibrant red cherry topping. A spoon with some cheesecake and cherries is resting in the dish. A striped cloth napkin is visible nearby.
No-Bake Cherry Delight. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Creamy, sweet layers of Cherry Delight’s with a buttery graham cracker crust, smooth cream cheese filling, and luscious cherry pie topping will become a favorite dessert.
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Strawberry Angel Food Cake Recipe

A plate with a slice of pink strawberry dessert topped with whipped cream, a strawberry slice, and a mint leaf sits in the foreground. In the background, a glass dish filled with more of the same dessert shows additional strawberries and whipped cream on top. Fresh strawberries and a pink striped cloth are also visible.
Strawberry Angel Food Cake Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This Strawberry Angel Food Cake has all the classic flavors of strawberry shortcake with a layered fluffy jello twist.
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Homemade Apricot Cream Cheese Danishes

Close-up of flaky pastry turnovers filled with creamy cheese and golden apricot chunks, placed on a cooling rack. The pastries are golden brown and slightly crispy, contrasting with the soft filling.
Homemade Apricot Cream Cheese Danishes. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts

Sweet, tart, and tender these apricot danishes have all the hallmarks of a classic breakfast pastry. The center of each pastry is filled with a delicious apricot filling made with cream cheese and fruit that’s wrapped in buttery puff pastry. These little bites of heaven only take about 20 minutes to bake!
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Italian Almond Biscotti Recipe

A white cup filled with frothy coffee sits on a saucer with a biscotti on the side. Another biscotti, broken in half, rests on a striped cloth next to the saucer. A bowl of additional biscotti is partially visible in the background.
Italian Almond Biscotti Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Authentic Italian Almond Biscotti has a hint of citrus and almond flavor in a sweet, crisp cookie-like loaf that turns out perfect every time
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10-Minute No-Bake Pumpkin Pie Recipe

A pumpkin pie garnished with a ring of whipped cream and colorful sprinkles sits on a light surface. Autumn leaves in shades of red, orange, and brown surround it, creating a festive seasonal ambiance. A burlap cloth is partially visible at the bottom left.
10-Minute No-Bake Pumpkin Pie Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Fall in love with this easy, No-Bake Pumpkin Pie recipe! It’s everything you love about classic pumpkin pie without needing an oven.
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Chewy Ginger Molasses Cookies Recipe

Soft and Chewy Blackstrap Molasses Cookie with bowl of molasses
Chewy Ginger Molasses Cookies Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Ginger Molasses Cookie recipe makes a soft and chewy cookie that has warm spices such as ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
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Banana Pudding Brownies

A white square dish holds two stacked slices of banana pudding cake, topped with vanilla wafers. In the background, a yellow ceramic bowl filled with more wafers and two ripe bananas are placed on a white and yellow checkered cloth.
Banana Pudding Brownies. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Easy to make, layered Banana Pudding Brownies are a fun twist on the classic dessert banana pudding with vanilla wafers.
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Cherry Dump Cake Recipe

A close-up of a cherry dump cake served on a white plate with two scoops of vanilla ice cream. The cake is topped with a crumbly golden crust and shows vibrant red cherry filling. A baking dish with a partially served portion is in the background on a striped cloth.
Cherry Dump Cake Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

This sweet and creamy Cherry Dump Cake is like a fruit cobbler and cheesecake combined. The cherry pie filling is topped with rich cream cheese and soft sponge cake that turns golden brown in the oven. Finish it off with a scoop of ice cream and whipped cream for a decadent treat.
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Creamy Pumpkin Cheesecake Recipe

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Creamy Pumpkin Cheesecake Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This creamy pumpkin vegan cheesecake recipe has a dairy-free creamy filling flavored with warm fall spices and a date-sweetened crust.
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Homemade Applesauce

A cozy autumn scene with a basket of red apples, a bowl of applesauce, and lit candles. Surrounded by fall leaves, walnuts, an apple half, cinnamon sticks, and hazelnuts, all set against a rustic wooden background.
Homemade Applesauce. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

Filling your kitchen with the sweet festive smell of homemade applesauce just got easier and quicker than you can imagine when you make Instant Pot Applesauce. This recipe has no added sugar and can be made in less than 20 minutes.
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Soft and Chewy Pumpkin Spiced Cookies

A stack of sugar-coated cookies sits on a dark plate, one on top with a bite taken out. More cookies and a basket with autumn leaves in the background. A glass of milk wrapped in twine is placed beside the cookies on a checkered cloth.
Soft and Chewy Pumpkin Spiced Cookies. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Jump into the fall season with these soft and chewy Pumpkin Spiced Cookies! They’re made with real pumpkin and coated in cinnamon sugar.
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Chocolate Strawberry Tarts Recipe

Mini chocolate tarts with whipped cream and drizzled with chocolate sauce, surrounded by fresh strawberries and a spoonful of cocoa powder on a light surface.
Chocolate Strawberry Tarts Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Dark chocolate strawberry tarts are gluten-free, with no refined sugars or dairy, and a delicious treat! Easy make-ahead recipe.
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Classic Lemon Icebox Pie With Condensed Milk

A cream pie with a graham cracker crust in a glass pie dish has two slices missing. The two slices are placed on white, scalloped-edge plates. The setup is on a blue surface with a gray cloth, utensils, and lemon slices in the background.
Classic Lemon Icebox Pie With Condensed Milk. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts

With its classic graham cracker crust, creamy lemon filling, and dollops of whipped cream, this Lemon Icebox Pie is the refreshing summer treat you’ve been waiting for.
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Chocolate Cheesecake Recipe

A rich, chocolate cheesecake topped with fresh raspberries, blueberries, and dollops of whipped cream. A slice is cut out, revealing the creamy interior. Berries are scattered in the background.
Chocolate Cheesecake Recipe. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest

If you’re looking for the best Chocolate Cheesecake Recipe, you’ve come to the right place. Cheesecakes are one of my specialties, and this creamy chocolate cheesecake is no exception! It has a velvety texture with just the right amount of rich chocolate flavor, nestled in an easy-to-make cookie crust.
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Easy Pumpkin Cookies Recipe

A hand is picking up one of three stacked, golden-brown cookies with a crumbly texture from a cooling rack.
Easy Pumpkin Cookies Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Try this simple pumpkin cookies recipe for a soft, chewy texture and a rich pumpkin spice flavor. Perfect for cozy evenings.
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Strawberry Jell-O Pie

A strawberry cream pie topped with chocolate-covered strawberries and white meringue cookies. The pie is set on a red and white striped cloth, with a small bowl of chocolate chips beside it. A stack of white plates is visible in the lower left corner.
Strawberry Jell-O Pie. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Chocolate Covered Strawberry Jello Pie is a no-bake dessert that combines strawberries with creamy whipped Jello, in a chocolate cookie crust.
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Pistachio Cookies Recipe

pistachio cookies with cranberry on top with pistachios in a bowl and also dried cranberries
Pistachio Cookies Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

This pudding mix Pistachio Cookies Recipe features a soft, chewy cookie, bits of crunchy pistachios, sweet dried cranberries, and a hint of almond. This easy cookie recipe is sure to become a family favorite.
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Layered No-Bake Banana Split Cake

A slice of dessert is served on a plate, featuring a layered crumb crust, creamy filling, diced strawberries, nuts, whipped cream, chocolate drizzle, and a cherry on top. Colorful sprinkles decorate the plate, and another slice is visible in the background.
Layered No-Bake Banana Split Cake. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

This delicious banana split cake combines all the classic flavors of a banana split in an irresistible dessert. With layers of sweet buttery crust, creamy filling, juicy fruit, and classic sundae toppings, this recipe is sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering.
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37 Easy Dinner Recipes When You Don’t Feel Like Cooking

A bowl of creamy chicken spaghetti with shredded cheddar cheese on top. Spaghetti noodles are mixed with a cheesy sauce and diced tomatoes. A fork is lifting a portion of the dish. A red napkin and small bowls are in the background.
37 Easy Dinner Recipes When You Don’t Feel Like Cooking. Image credit: Intentional Hospitality

Cooking can feel like a chore, especially when you’re tired or just not in the mood to spend time in the kitchen. But that doesn’t mean you have to settle for bland or boring meals! This collection of easy dinner recipes is packed with comforting, flavorful dishes that require minimal effort from creamy garlic parmesan chicken to hearty soups and slow cooker favorites. With 37 delicious, low-effort recipes to choose from, you’ll find plenty of tasty options to make dinnertime a breeze. Keep scrolling to find your new go-to meal for those “I don’t feel like cooking” nights! Get All The Recipes: 37 Easy Dinner Recipes When You Don’t Feel Like Cooking