Sunday splurges: 19 desserts where calories Don’t matter

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Sundays are the day of the week where you can kick back, relax, and treat yourself to something extraordinary. That’s where these 19 handpicked dessert recipes come into play. They offer you the kind of indulgence that makes you forget all about the numbers on a scale. Best of all, we’re keeping mum about the calorie count, so you can enjoy every bite in peace.

A person holding a piece of pumpkin cheesecake on a fork.
Pumpkin Cheesecake. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Pecan Pie Cheesecake

A slice of pecan pie being served on a cake slice.
Pecan Pie Cheesecake. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Picture a union of pecan pie and cheesecake that makes your taste buds sing. A dessert so divine, it’s worth waiting all week for. Calories? We’re all for secrets.
Get the Recipe: Pecan Pie Cheesecake

Cinnamon Pie

A slice of cinnamon pie on a cake slice over the remaining pie.
Cinnamon Pie. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Welcome to a world where cinnamon and sweetness meet in a pie so scrumptious, it makes your Sunday worthwhile. If you’re worried about calories, consider them irrelevant for the day.
Get the Recipe: Cinnamon Pie

Pumpkin Roll

A slice of pumpkin roll being sprinkled with powdered sugar.
Pumpkin Roll. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Experience a pumpkin roll that gives you the spices and the warmth that usually only autumn offers. But why limit it to one season? The calorie count is our little secret.
Get the Recipe: Pumpkin Roll

Baked Alaska

A slice of baked Alaska on a cake slice above the pie with a slice removed.
Baked Alaska. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Imagine a dessert that dazzles both the eyes and the palate. A baked Alaska is just that—impressive to look at, even more so to taste. Let’s give calorie-counting a day off, shall we?
Get the Recipe: Baked Alaska

Chocolate Pie

A slice of chocolate pie with a swirl of whipped cream.
Chocolate Pie. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

This chocolate pie isn’t just a dessert, it’s an experience. Rich, creamy, and oh-so-fulfilling, it’s the perfect curtain closer for any Sunday meal. Calories? Let’s keep that our little secret.
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Pie

Mississippi Mud Pie

A slice of Mississippi mud pie on a plate.
Mississippi Mud Pie. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Dive into layers of chocolate and cream that provide a depth of flavor, making it a Mississippi Mud Pie to remember. Indulge a little; we won’t spill the beans on the calorie count.
Get the Recipe: Mississippi Mud Pie

Pumpkin Cheesecake

A person holding a piece of pumpkin cheesecake on a fork.
Pumpkin Cheesecake. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

With a texture so creamy and flavors that scream ‘fall,’ this pumpkin cheesecake is comfort in a bite. Go ahead, have an extra slice. Your calorie secret is safe here.
Get the Recipe: Pumpkin Cheesecake

Spooky Halloween Cookies

Halloween cookies with black frosting and marshmallows.
Spooky Halloween Cookies. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Why save the fun just for Halloween? These cookies offer a delightful spookiness that’s enjoyable any time of year. Plus, the unique flavors will haunt your taste buds—in the best way possible.
Get the Recipe: Spooky Halloween Cookies

Sopapilla Cheesecake

A piece of cheesecake on a plate next to a bowl.
Sopapilla Cheesecake. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Think rich cheesecake meets fluffy sopapilla and you’ve got a dessert that’s a fusion of the best of both worlds. It’s a conversation starter, and a good one at that.
Get the Recipe: Sopapilla Cheesecake

Cherry Cheesecake

A slice of cherry cheesecake on a plate.
Cherry Cheesecake. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

When ripe cherries sit atop a creamy cheesecake base, it’s a match made in dessert heaven. If you think Sundays are special, wait until you taste this. Calories will be the least of your concerns.
Get the Recipe: Cherry Cheesecake

Lemon Pie

A slice of lemon pie sits on a plate next to a pie with a slice removed.
Lemon Pie. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Bright and zesty, this lemon pie offers a freshness that’ll make you wish every day was Sunday. Serve it chilled and let the worries about calories fade away.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Pie

Strawberry Cheesecake

Strawberry cheesecake on cake stand.
Strawberry Cheesecake. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

This strawberry cheesecake is more than a dessert—it’s a mood booster. Bright, creamy, and just the right amount of sweet, it makes the perfect Sunday treat. And about those calories? Mum’s the word.
Get the Recipe: Strawberry Cheesecake

Chocolate Truffles

Chocolate truffles on a plate with a chocolatey spoon resting on the plate.
Chocolate Truffles. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

It’s hard to resist popping these rich chocolate truffles into your mouth. One bite and you’ll forget about any caloric concerns, guaranteed.
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Truffles

Hot Fudge Sauce

Hot fudge sauce being stirred in a pan.
Hot Fudge Sauce. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

A hot fudge sauce so delicious, it can elevate even the simplest of desserts to gourmet level. And since it’s Sunday, we’re declaring a calorie-counting amnesty.
Get the Recipe: Hot Fudge Sauce

Cream Cheese Frosting

Cream cheese frosting in a bowl next to a glass of water.
Cream Cheese Frosting. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

So creamy, so dreamy—this cream cheese frosting is the finishing touch your cakes have been craving. It’s like adding an exclamation point to your Sunday dessert!
Get the Recipe: Cream Cheese Frosting

Biscoff Cheesecake

A homemade Biscoff cheesecake is delicately placed on a plate, accompanied by a knife and fork.
Biscoff Cheesecake. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Cookie butter and cheesecake come together in a blend that’s nothing short of miraculous. This is a dessert that proves Sundays are for indulging, not for counting calories.
Get the Recipe: Biscoff Cheesecake

Chocolate Crinkle Cookies

A close up of some crinkle cookies.
Chocolate Crinkle Cookies. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

With a texture as perfect as their flavor, these chocolate crinkle cookies are the epitome of irresistible. Enjoy freely; your calorie-counting app deserves a day off too.
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Crinkle Cookies

Grape Salad

Homemade fresh grape salad in a serving bowl with walnuts scattered on top.
Grape Salad. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

This grape salad is as pleasing to the palate as it is to the eye. Light, but surprisingly satisfying, it’s the refreshing end to a perfect Sunday feast.
Get the Recipe: Grape Salad

Air Fryer Cheesecake

A cheesecake on a cake stand.
Air Fryer Cheesecake. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Your air fryer can do more than you think. With it, you can create a cheesecake so creamy, you’ll wonder why you ever doubted this kitchen gadget. No thoughts on calories today, only enjoyment.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Cheesecake

Nutella Pizza

Nutella pizza with strawberries on a pizza board.
Nutella Pizza. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Who knew dessert pizza could be so addictive? With Nutella as the star, it’s the weekend indulgence you didn’t know you needed. Calories? We’re not counting today.
Get the Recipe: Nutella Pizza

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