Think desserts have to be a complicated, fussy, multi-step deal? Think again. We’ve rounded up the simplest dessert recipes we could find, all using five ingredients or less, plus a few pantry staples, for the ultimate in quick and easy desserts. And with treats as impressive-looking as this plum tart and peach almond tarts, your guests be none the wiser to how little time and effort they took to make.
Looking for more quick and easy desserts?
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Slow-cooker five-ingredient berry cobbler
Slow-cooker five-ingredient berry cobbler
Only five ingredients and staples needed to create this simple dessert in your slow cooker.
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Figgy brownies with chocolate butterscotch sauce
Figgy brownies with chocolate butterscotch sauce
Create this simple dessert with five ingredients plus staples. Rich and chocolate-y with soft, fruity figs and a sweet chocolate butterscotch sauce.
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Five-ingredient chocolate sesame tarts
Five-ingredient chocolate sesame tarts
You only need a few ingredients and pantry staples to create these mini chocolate tarts flavoured with orange and topped with sesame sprinkles
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Gluten free buttermilk maple scones
Gluten free buttermilk maple scones
With milk powder, buttermilk and gluten-free flour to create a fluffy combo in under 25 minutes and drizzle with maple syrup for a gluten-free treat.
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Slow cooker five ingredient pecan pie
Slow cooker five ingredient pecan pie
We’ve made this classic American dessert so much easier with only five ingredients (plus staples) and your slow cooker needed to create a tasty treat
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Chocolate bubble bars
This super simple four ingredient dessert is great for getting the kids involved in the kitchen. No baking required.
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Churros ravioli recipe with ice-cream
Churros ravioli recipe with ice-cream
It will only take you a few simple ingredients and 30 minutes to create this quick and easy dessert. Using wontons and choc for the ultimate fusion
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Figgy brownies with chocolate butterscotch sauce
Figgy brownies with chocolate butterscotch sauce
Rich and chocolate-y with soft, fruity figs and a sweet chocolate butterscotch sauce.
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Rose syrup soaked doughnuts
These fluffy bite-sized balls of fried doughnut are the dessert you’ve been dreaming of. The best part? They’re soaked in a rose-water syrup for added sweetness.
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Pear fritters with raspberry rose syrup
Pear fritters with raspberry rose syrup
These fritters are made with pre-made pancake batter for a simple dessert that can be ready in under half an hour. Topped with raspberries and yoghurt.
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Apple, blackberry and marzipan hand pies
Apple, blackberry and marzipan hand pies
Sweet apples, berries and marzipan inside flaky pastry for an easy treat.
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Dark chocolate and nougat fudge bars
Dark chocolate and nougat fudge bars
These fudge bars are soft, sweet, rich and will make an excellent sweet snack or finger food style dessert.
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Coconut banoffee tart
This coconut banoffee tart is simple to make and utterly delicious. Only five ingredients & a few pantry staples are needed to create this easy treat
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Chocolate fudge sauce
Chocolate fudge sauce is the perfect accompaniment to ice-cream, puddings and poached fruit. Just one taste of our deluxe home made version and we’re confident you’ll never resort to the bottled stuff again.
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Honey & banana ice-blocks
You only need three ingredients for these healthy and delicious banana ice-blocks
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Peach and almond tarts
Sweet, juicy peaches are beautiful served atop this golden, crumbly almond tart. Sprinkle with some icing sugar for a quick and tasty baked dessert.
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Pikelets
Smaller than pancakes, and fluffier than crepes, pikelets make a great breakfast, brunch or after-school snack! Traditionally served with jam and cream, but we also love them with a hearty dollop of our unbeatable lemon curd.
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Easy cookies and cream pies
I think it’s pretty safe to say that cookies and cream is a popular flavour for just about any dessert.
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Apple pie doughnuts
This five-ingredient dessert is so simple and versatile: you can use pear, figs, pineapple rings or stone fruit instead of the apple.
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Banana, coconut & rosemary nice-cream
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Peanut and honey ice-cream sandwiches
Peanut and honey ice-cream sandwiches
These heavenly peanut and honey ice-cream sandwiches are the sweet treat that has been missing from your life! Quick and easy to prepare, and oh-so-delicious!
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Toblerone fondue
This exceedingly rich, decadent dessert is just the ticket at the end of a long dinner party with friends. Serve with coffee and lots of laughs.
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Mixed berry bonbons
With only three ingredients and just five steps this dessert is sure to be a repeat offender. With fresh berries, vanilla ice cream and melted white chocolate it’s a festive treat you won’t want to resist.
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Easy passionfruit ice-cream
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3-ingredient banana and peanut butter pancakes
3-ingredient banana and peanut butter pancakes
You don’t need a pantry full of baking ingredients to whip up these delicious pancakes! Made with just peanut butter, egg, and banana – they’re a delicious and high-protein breakfast in minutes.
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Rocky road
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Grilled cinnamon doughnuts with maple syrup
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Mixed berry fool
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