12 Classic American Desserts You’ll Want to Make Over and Over!
Classic American desserts have a way of bringing people together. Think homemade pies, chewy cookies, and warm cobblers that fill your home with the sweetest smells. These recipes are a delicious way to celebrate life’s little moments, and they’re always a hit, no matter the occasion!
Apple Cinnamon Bread
This Apple Cinnamon Bread is a delicious fall treat that’s super easy to make. You only need 10 minutes to prepare moist and fluffy apple bread with really basic ingredients. Get the recipe.
Bakery-Style Chocolate Chip Cookies
These bakery-style chocolate chip cookies are not your average back-of-the-bag recipe. These cookies are slightly crisp at the edges, undeniably chewy in the center, and gooey with melty chocolate in every bite. Get the recipe.
Old-Fashioned Lemon Pie
Bright, tart and creamy, a from scratch old fashioned lemon pie is a perfect spring dessert. This recipe is incredibly simple with sweetened condensed milk, egg yolks lemon juice and zest. And it bakes up in a quick 10 minutes in a buttery graham cracker crust. Get the recipe.
Cherry Tarts
These delightful cherry tarts are the perfect treat to brighten up any gathering. You can make these mini tarts with fresh or frozen cherries. The buttery crust is easy to make, or you can take a shortcut and grab some pie dough at the store. Get the recipe.
Philadelphia No Bake Cheesecake
This easy Philadelphia no-bake cheesecake is a classic dessert that never goes out of style. Fabulous on its own or pair it with your favorite toppings. Get the recipe.
Old Fashioned Gingerbread Cake
Although there are plenty of traditional Christmas cake ideas to choose from, this gingerbread cake recipe is hard to beat. It’s an easy fall or holiday dessert with warm spices and dark molasses, and it’s both festive and nostalgic. Get the recipe.
Old-Fashioned Apple Pie
This easy homemade apple pie recipe will be the star of your Thanksgiving table. Perfect apple taste, texture, crust flaky, buttery and baked perfectly. If you’re looking for an old-fashioned apple pie recipe like Grandmas used to make that is foolproof then try this recipe. Get the recip
Old-Fashion Peanut Butter Cookies
Perfectly, soft chewy old fashioned peanut butter cookies – lots of peanut butter flavor and the classic criss cross pattern on top! I have two secrets for achieving the perfect peanut butter cookie recipe…and there’s no chilling required so they are ready in 30 minutes or less. Get the recipe.
Old-Fashioned Chess Pie
This classic Southern chess pie is irresistibly buttery and sweet. It’s made with a rich and thick custard filling baked in a flaky pie crust until golden brown on top. This easy-breezy recipe only takes 10 minutes to prepare and is sure to please! Get the recipe.
Old Fashioned Vanilla Bean Ice Cream
This easy vanilla ice cream recipe is a classic custard base infused with fresh vanilla beans, vanilla extract and a splash of bourbon. It’s a simple, go-to recipe made in a handy-dandy ice cream maker. Get the recipe.
Old Fashioned Rice Pudding
This dreamy stovetop pudding tastes like creamy vanilla clouds and hugs from Grandma. Make it with staple pantry ingredients and a bit of old school elbow grease. Get the recipe.
Old Fashioned Candied Sweet Potatoes with Marshmallows
Old Fashioned Candied Sweet Potatoes with Marshmallows is one Southern recipe you should have on the Thanksgiving dinner table! Southern candied yams are as easy as 123. All ingredients are thrown into your favorite dish and cooked until golden brown. Get the recipe.
