30 recipes for when you can’t pick between cake cookie or pie

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Some days it’s tough to pick between cake, cookies, or pie, so why not enjoy them all? This list of 30 recipes has something for every craving, from creamy and fruity to nutty and chocolatey, along with a few new twists. Every recipe is easy to make and sure to be a favorite, no matter which one you try.

A chocolate cream pie with a flaky crust, topped with whipped cream and chocolate shavings, with two slices cut and partially removed.
Chocolate Cream Pie. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Sugar Cream

A slice of sugar cream pie on a white and floral plate.
Sugar Cream. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Indulge in the classic Sugar Cream pie! Easy to slice and oh-so-smooth, this Hoosier favorite adds a comforting touch to any celebration. With its rich flavor and creamy texture, it’s a dessert that everyone will want a piece of—so don’t hold back!
Get the Recipe: Sugar Cream

Cherry Pandowdy

Cherry pandowdy in a baking pan.
Cherry Pandowdy. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Embrace tradition with Cherry Pandowdy! This vintage recipe is simple to make and perfect for slicing up at any time of year. The comforting cherry flavor and flaky crust make it a delightful addition to any dessert table, reminding everyone of home-cooked goodness.
Get the Recipe: Cherry Pandowdy

Pumpkin Madeleines with Maple Glaze

A madeleine baking tray holding several golden brown madeleine cookies, some drizzled with white icing, next to a cup of coffee and a checkered cloth.
Pumpkin Madeleines with Maple Glaze. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Enjoy these Pumpkin Madeleines with your favorite coffee or tea. They are soft sponge cakes made with pumpkin and pumpkin pie spice, so you get plenty of fall flavor. A drizzle of maple glaze makes them a simple but festive dessert for a brunch, the holidays or for an afternoon treat.
Get the Recipe: Pumpkin Madeleines with Maple Glaze

Sugar Cookie Bars

Red, white and blue sugar cookies stacked on a white plate.
Sugar Cookie Bars. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Celebrate with these soft, chewy Sugar Cookie Bars for a colorful dessert. We added a sweet, creamy frosting to these bars and topped them with the prettiest sprinkles.
Get the Recipe: Sugar Cookie Bars

Vanilla Skillet Cake

A slice of cake with powdered sugar on a plate.
Vanilla Skillet Cake. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Try this Easy Vanilla Cake In A Skillet made with simple ingredients and baked in a cast-iron skillet with a crispy golden-brown crust and a tender vanilla cake on the inside.
Get the Recipe: Vanilla Skillet Cake

Red Velvet Bundt Cake

Red velvet bundt cake with cream cheese frosting.
Red Velvet Bundt Cake. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Dive into the rich flavor and tender crumb of a homemade Red Velvet Bundt Cake. Topped with cream cheese frosting, this dessert is a total eye-catcher that promises both yumminess and a festive touch to your holiday celebrations.
Get the Recipe: Red Velvet Bundt Cake

Chocolate Cacao Nib Shortbread Cookies

A group of chocolate cookies is arranged on a surface near a white cup of coffee and a bowl of cocoa nibs. One cookie is partially bitten.
Chocolate Cacao Nib Shortbread Cookies. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Do you ever go for a while without chocolate, and then BAM, it happens—all you want is chocolate? The question is how do you get your chocolate fix—cake, pie, or cookies? These Chocolate Cacao Nib Shortbread Cookies are chocolaty goodness. Also, this recipe is quick to make, so you can have a chocolate treat in no time.
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Cacao Nib Shortbread Cookies

Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies

Chocolate oatmeal cookies on a wire rack.
Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

This recipe for Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies with Cacao Nibs is seriously addicting and the cocoa nibs, pecans, and oatmeal bake into a fabulous hearty cookie.
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies

Easy Apple Pie

Apple pie with a lattice crust on a marble surface, one slice on a
Easy Apple Pie. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

This is the best Easy Apple Pie you’ll ever slice! With a homemade double crust and warming spices, it’s everything you want in a classic apple pie. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in, each slice is a taste of home!
Get the Recipe: Easy Apple Pie

Cut-Out Chocolate Chip Cookies

Heart shaped chocolate chip cookies.
Cut-Out Chocolate Chip Cookies. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Turn the classic Chocolate Chip Cookies into cut-out cookies and make your favorite shape.
Get the Recipe: Cut-Out Chocolate Chip Cookies

Cherry Apricot Upside Down Cake

Cherry and apricot upside down cake on a white plate.
Cherry Apricot Upside Down Cake. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Stone fruits make the best cakes and this Apricot Cherry Upside Down cake uses two favorte fruits in one cake. This easy to make dessert has a tender yellow cake topped with caremlized cherry and apricots for a tasty slice of cake goodness.
Get the Recipe: Cherry Apricot Upside Down Cake

Chocolate Cream Pie

A slice of chocolate cream pie with a flaky crust, topped with whipped cream and chocolate shavings, served on a white plate beside a fork.
Chocolate Cream Pie. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

This decadent homemade Chocolate Cream Pie is a rich and comforting homemade treat. The velvety smooth chocolate filling paired with a buttery, flaky crust will surely hit the sweet spot.
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Cream Pie

Old Fashioned Cherry Dump Cake

Glass baking dish with a missing piece of berry crumble topped with nuts. A plate holds a serving of the dessert, and a bowl with extra nuts is nearby on a marble surface.
Old Fashioned Cherry Dump Cake. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

If you are looking for a dessert that’s as delicious as it is simple, Cherry Dump Cake might be exactly what you are looking for. This recipe is the answer to a quick dessert that looks fancy but takes minimal time and effort to whip up.
Get the Recipe: Old Fashioned Cherry Dump Cake

M&M Bars

M&M sugar cookie bars cut into squares.
M&M Bars. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

These irresistible M&M cookie bars have the rich allure of chocolate chips that meets the delightful crunch of M&Ms; all embraced within a soft and chewy cookie dough. These are festively delicious.
Get the Recipe: M&M Bars

Maple Snickerdoodles

A stack of homemade cookies tied with a string, with one cookie showing a bite taken out of it, and a glass of milk on a wooden table.
Maple Snickerdoodles. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Maple Snickerdoodles are a tasty cookie often tied to the holiday season, but they’re perfect for enjoying all year round. The cinnamon swirls and maple flavor make them a classic for any occasion.
Get the Recipe: Maple Snickerdoodles

Peach Raspberry Bars

Peach raspberry bar cookies cut into squares.
Peach Raspberry Bars. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Indulge in a perennial favorite with these buttery Peach Raspberry Crumble Bars—a fruity delight for tonight’s dessert. Enjoy the perfect blend of peaches and raspberries in every bite. Ideal for a quick and tasty treat!
Get the Recipe: Peach Raspberry Bars

Bailey’s Irish Cream No Bake Pie

Chocolate cream pie with a whipped cream border rests on a cooling rack. A serving plate, forks, and two bottles of Baileys are in the background.
Bailey’s Irish Cream No Bake Pie. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Bailey’s Irish Cream Pie features Oreo crust, chocolate, and Irish cream. It’s an easy and indulgent treat.
Get the Recipe: Bailey’s Irish Cream No Bake Pie

Amaretto Cream Pie with Almond Crust

A slice of creamy dessert topped with whipped cream, a cherry, and almond slices on a plate, with a fork beside it. Background shows the remaining dessert in a dish.
Amaretto Cream Pie with Almond Crust. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Amaretto Cream Pie pairs almond crust with a creamy, liqueur-flavored filling. It’s a make-ahead dessert that’s easy to serve.
Get the Recipe: Amaretto Cream Pie with Almond Crust

Sheet Pan Easy Berry Cake

Pieces of sheet cake on top of each other.
Sheet Pan Easy Berry Cake. Photo credit: Low Carb – No Carb.

Our Sheet Pan Easy Berry Cake, made with fresh berries, is a summer delight that is quick and simple to make. You can use berries such as blueberry or strawberry to fill up this one cake layer, and it is excellent also as a morning cake with whipped cream and a cup of your favorite coffee.
Get the Recipe: Sheet Pan Easy Berry Cake

Red Velvet Cake

A red velvet cake on a white plate.
Red Velvet Cake. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Bake a traditional red velvet cake with butter roux frosting for a celebration cake. This classic cake recipe never goes out of style. With its hint of cocoa, slight tang, and signature velvety texture, red velvet has a unique flavor that stands out from the rest.
Get the Recipe: Red Velvet Cake

Sugar Cookies with Sprinkles

Red, white and blue sprinkles cookies with a red center.
Sugar Cookies with Sprinkles. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Get out the sprinkles to make these very colorful Sugar Cookies with Sprinkles for a fun and festive treat. The best part of these cookies is the hidden surprise filling. Use your favorite colors to make these cookies perfect for all occasions.
Get the Recipe: Sugar Cookies with Sprinkles

Boston Cream Cake

Two pink frosted strawberry cupcakes are on a white plate. One cupcake is intact, and the other has a piece cut out. A glass bowl with red ingredients is visible in the background.
Boston Cream Cake. Photo credit: From Michigan To The Table.

Boston Cream Cake is a beloved dessert that combines the best of two worlds with the rich, creamy vanilla filling and the deliciously silky homemade chocolate frosting.
Get the Recipe: Boston Cream Cake

Sugar Cream

A slice of sugar cream pie on a white and floral plate.
Sugar Cream. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Indulge in the classic Sugar Cream pie! Easy to slice and oh-so-smooth, this Hoosier favorite adds a comforting touch to any celebration. With its rich flavor and creamy texture, it’s a dessert that everyone will want a piece of—so don’t hold back!
Get the Recipe: Sugar Cream

Triple Ginger Cookies

Three ginger cookies on a marble tray.
Triple Ginger Cookies. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Looking to elevate a classic ginger cookie to new heights of flavor? The secret lies in embracing more ginger. These Triple Ginger Cookies are infused with not one, but three varieties of ginger, accompanied by the aromatic essence of cloves and nutmeg.
Get the Recipe: Triple Ginger Cookies

Mint Sprinkle Cookies

A plate of green and white sprinkled cookies, some cut in half to show green centers, next to a cup of tea on a table with a lacy placemat.
Mint Sprinkle Cookies. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Indulge in the festive delight of mint cookies adorned with vibrant green and white sprinkles, adding a pop of color and flavor to each delectable bite. These treats are a scrumptious combination of festivity and deliciousness.
Get the Recipe: Mint Sprinkle Cookies

Bourbon Pecan

Pecan pie on a plate with a slice taken out.
Bourbon Pecan. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Bourbon Pecan pie balances smooth bourbon flavor with sweet pecans. Perfect for holidays or a random treat, it’s a favorite for any pie lover.
Get the Recipe: Bourbon Pecan

Pumpkin Skillet Coffee Cake

Cinnamon roll pumpkin skillet cake with icing drizzled from spoon.
Pumpkin Skillet Coffee Cake. Photo credit: An Off Grid Life.

Dive into a world where pumpkin and cinnamon coalesce perfectly in the form of a coffee cake. Baked in a skillet, this dessert offers layers of flavor that truly represent the heart of the season. A must-try for all pumpkin aficionados.
Get the Recipe: Pumpkin Skillet Coffee Cake

Fruit & Nut Biscotti

Candied fruit biscotti on a wire tray.
Fruit & Nut Biscotti. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

These Fruit & Nut Biscotti are filled with candied fruits, almonds, and pistachios, and are so festive. Perfect for holiday baking or anytime you want a crunchy cookie. Biscotti are the perfect cookie for a gift, too.
Get the Recipe: Fruit & Nut Biscotti

Chocolate Mug Cake

A mug filled with chocolate cake, topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and caramel drizzle, placed on a woven mat with a gold spoon nearby.
Chocolate Mug Cake. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Who says you need fancy equipment or a pile of dishes to satisfy your chocolate cravings? I certainly don’t. This microwave chocolate mug cake recipe is my go-to for satisfying those chocolate cravings or when I need a quick dessert for one.
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Mug Cake

Peanut Butter Cookies

A stack of peanut butter cookies on a green pedestal plate, with more cookies on a cooling rack and a blue patterned cloth nearby.
Peanut Butter Cookies. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Make a batch of some seriously tasty Peanut Butter Cookies! These cookies are super easy to make and packed with flavor. They’ve got a nice crispy edge and a chewy center, giving you that classic peanut butter goodness we all love.
Get the Recipe: Peanut Butter Cookies

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