15 drool-worthy desserts that unleash your inner kid

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Craving sweet treats that will bring back happy childhood memories? These 15 delicious dessert recipes are perfect for unleashing your inner kid. From ooey-gooey chocolate chip cookies to fruity crumbles and refreshing lemon squares, there’s something for everyone.

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Ultra Moist Chocolate Cake. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Grilled Fruit Kebabs with Brown Sugar Caramel

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Grilled Fruit Kebabs with Brown Sugar Caramel. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Don’t limit your grill to just savory dishes! These grilled fruit kebabs are a fun and flavorful way to enjoy fresh fruit. Thread your favorite fruits onto skewers and grill them to perfection. They’re delicious on their own or with a dollop of vanilla ice cream and a drizzle of homemade brown sugar caramel sauce for an extra decadent touch.
Get the Recipe: Grilled Fruit Kebabs with Brown Sugar Caramel

Classic Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

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Classic Oatmeal Raisin Cookies. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Soft, chewy, and packed with warm spices, these classic oatmeal raisin cookies are a taste of nostalgia. Every bite brings back memories of your childhood kitchen filled with the aroma of freshly baked cookies and the comforting warmth of cinnamon and nutmeg.
Get the Recipe: Classic Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

Texas Sheetcake Brownies

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Texas Sheetcake Brownies. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Bake up a batch of these irresistible Texas sheetcake brownies and be prepared to fight off your family. This recipe yields a huge batch of delicious, frosted brownies that are guaranteed to disappear in a flash. They’re perfect with a glass of milk to make you feel like a kid again.
Get the Recipe: Texas Sheetcake Brownies

Vanilla Orange Cheesecake Bars

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Vanilla Orange Cheesecake Bars. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

These simple baked cheesecake bars taste absolutely amazing. This is a fun and easy dessert that uses crushed cereal as the base of the bars and bursts with the flavor of orange for a unique and delicious dessert everyone loves.
Get the Recipe: Vanilla Orange Cheesecake Bars

Chewy Chocolate Marshmallow Cookies

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Chewy Chocolate Marshmallow Cookies. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

These chewy chocolate cookies are a delightful twist on the classic s’mores flavor, offering a surprise burst of gooey marshmallow in every single bite. The rich chocolate flavor complements the sweet marshmallow perfectly, making them the ideal treat for satisfying any sweet tooth, anytime.
Get the Recipe: Chewy Chocolate Marshmallow Cookies

Decadent Chocolate Caramel Bars

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Decadent Chocolate Caramel Bars. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

These decadent chocolate caramel bars are a flavor explosion. Rich chocolate chips are layered beneath a smooth, gooey caramel topping, creating a melt-in-your-mouth masterpiece that’s both easy to make and incredibly delicious.
Get the Recipe: Decadent Chocolate Caramel Bars

Ultra Moist Chocolate Cake

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Ultra Moist Chocolate Cake. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Calling all chocoholics! This cake is the ultimate chocolate fantasy. This is better than any birthday cake you had as a kid. Bake it as a stunning layer cake or a simple pan dessert – it’s guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser.
Get the Recipe: Ultra Moist Chocolate Cake

Blueberry Peach Crisp

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Blueberry Peach Crisp. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Celebrate the glorious flavors of summer with this delightful blueberry peach crisp that works perfectly with frozen fruit this time of year. This quick and easy dessert combines juicy blueberries and sweet peaches with a crumbly, buttery topping. Enjoy it warm on its own or with a scoop of ice cream for an extra bit of indulgence.
Get the Recipe: Blueberry Peach Crisp

Bailey’s Chocolate Mousse

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Bailey’s Chocolate Mousse. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Chocolate mousse is surprisingly easy to make, and even easier to eat. This velvety smooth mousse is a dream come true. Rich, decadent chocolate combines with the creamy and luxurious touch of Bailey’s Irish Cream for a dessert that will satisfy your cravings.
Get the Recipe: Bailey’s Chocolate Mousse

Chewy Molasses Cookies

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Chewy Molasses Cookies. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

A timeless classic with a devoted following, these molasses cookies are a nostalgic treasure. They boast a unique combination of slightly spicy warmth and a satisfyingly chewy texture. Watch them disappear in a flash – they’re a delicious treat the whole family will adore.
Get the Recipe: Chewy Molasses Cookies

Copycat Girl Scout S’mores Cookies

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Copycat Girl Scout S’mores Cookies. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Do you miss eating Girl Scout S’mores cookies now that they’re discontinued? Make this scrumptious copycat version instead. Graham crackers are topped with gooey marshmallow fluff and dipped in melted chocolate for a delicious and easy treat that captures the same flavor you loved.
Get the Recipe: Copycat Girl Scout S’mores Cookies

7 Layer Bars

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7 Layer Bars. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Take a bit of childhood flavors with these delightful 7 layer bars. A simple yet impressive dessert, they combine chocolate chips, chewy coconut, and other delectable goodies in a layered masterpiece that’s as pretty to look at as it is tasty to devour.
Get the Recipe: 7 Layer Bars

Espresso Hot Fudge Sauce

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Espresso Hot Fudge Sauce. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Take your sundaes from ordinary to extraordinary with this decadent espresso hot fudge sauce. The rich chocolate flavor is infused with a touch of espresso for an extra kick, adding a surprising depth of flavor that transforms any dessert into an unforgettable treat.
Get the Recipe: Espresso Hot Fudge Sauce

Lemon Squares

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Lemon Squares. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Brighten your day with these tangy and refreshing lemon squares! The perfect balance of sweet and citrusy flavors explodes in every bite, with a delightful contrast between the crispy, crumbly crust and the burst of zesty lemon filling that will remind you of the tasty treats you enjoyed as a kid.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Squares

Chocolate Fondue

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Chocolate Fondue. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Recreate a chocolate lover’s dream with this decadent fondue experience. This takes just a couple of minutes to prepare before you’re dipping your favorite fruits, marshmallows, or even pretzels into a pot of luxuriously velvety, melted chocolate.
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Fondue

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