17 weekend desserts so good, you won’t believe they’re easy

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Want to indulging in a delicious dessert this weekend, but worry about complex recipes and hours spent in the kitchen? You are in luck, because these 15 incredibly delicious treats are shockingly easy to make!

Chocolate dump cake topped with colorful M&Ms.
Chocolate Dump Cake. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Chocolate Lush

Slice of chocolate peanut butter lasagna on a plate.
Chocolate Lush. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Layer upon layer of bliss awaits in this no-bake Chocolate Lush, combining Oreos, peanut butter cheesecake, chocolate pudding, and cool whip. Assemble these four layers of perfection for a peanut butter chocolate lasagna that’s as decadent as it is easy to make.
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Lush

Guinness Brownies

Stack of Guinness brownies with a bottle of Guinness in the background.
Guinness Brownies. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

St. Patrick’s Day or any day, these Guinness brownies are a moist, boozy treat that’ll make you wonder why you didn’t bake with beer sooner. Topped with a rich Guinness chocolate ganache, they’re a grown-up twist on a classic favorite.
Get the Recipe: Guinness Brownies

Cool Whip Cookies

Cool whip cookies on parchment with powdered sugar.
Cool Whip Cookies. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

In the realm of astonishingly simple desserts, Cool Whip Cookies reign supreme. With just a box of lemon cake mix, some Cool Whip, and an egg, you’ll have soft, chewy cookies that come together so quickly, it feels like magic.
Get the Recipe: Cool Whip Cookies

Pink Fluff

Cherry fluff salad in blue bowls with whipped cream.
Pink Fluff. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Cool down and lighten up with Pink Fluff, the effortlessly charming dessert that’s the talk of every potluck and cookout. With just six ingredients and five minutes of prep, this fluffy, fruity concoction is a refreshing breeze through dessert time.
Get the Recipe: Pink Fluff

Cake Mix Donuts

Chocolate cake mix donuts with colorful sprinkles on a baking rack.
Cake Mix Donuts. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Turn your favorite cake mix into mouthwatering donuts with just four ingredients and minimal effort. These cake mix donuts offer endless possibilities for decoration, making them perfect for any celebration. Dessert has never been so easy or so versatile!
Get the Recipe: Cake Mix Donuts

Frozen Lemonade Pie

Slice of lemonade pie on a plate with lemonade in the background.
Frozen Lemonade Pie. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Enjoy a no-bake Frozen Lemonade Pie, a four-ingredient miracle that’s as refreshing as it is easy to whip up. In just five minutes, you’ll have a cool, creamy dessert that’s perfect any time of year.
Get the Recipe: Frozen Lemonade Pie

Chocolate Dump Cake

Chocolate dump cake topped with colorful M&Ms.
Chocolate Dump Cake. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Prepare for a dessert that’s sinfully easy and overflowing with chocolatey goodness. Our Chocolate Dump Cake combines rich chocolate, chocolate chips, and M&M’s in a gooey concoction that’s absurdly simple to make.
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Dump Cake

Blueberry Pie Bombs

Blueberry pie bomb cut in half to show the filling.
Blueberry Pie Bombs. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Enjoy the simplicity of Blueberry Pie Bombs, where flavor literally explodes from four easy ingredients. This ingenious dessert packs a punch of blueberry pie goodness in every bite. It’s a game-changer for quick and delightful treats.
Get the Recipe: Blueberry Pie Bombs

Orange Float

Orange float in a glass topped with whipped cream and a cherry.
Orange Float. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Channel the nostalgic joy of a creamsicle with an Orange Float that combines tangy orange soda and creamy ice cream. This fizzy, refreshing dessert is a breeze to make, offering a delightful twist on a beloved classic.
Get the Recipe: Orange Float

Peanut Butter Pie

Side view of a slice of peanut butter pie topped with whipped cream on a plate.
Peanut Butter Pie. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

For those who think a delicious dessert needs to be complicated, let this no-bake Peanut Butter Pie prove them wrong. With just six ingredients, this no-bake peanut butter chocolate delight is as simple as it is irresistibly satisfying.
Get the Recipe: Peanut Butter Pie

Birds Nest Cookies

No bake birds nest cookies filled with chocolate eggs on a cutting board.
Birds Nest Cookies. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Easter just got a whole lot sweeter with these no-fuss birds nest cookies. Just toss together peanut butter, butterscotch, chow mein noodles, and chocolate eggs for a whimsical treat that’s fun to make and to eat.
Get the Recipe: Birds Nest Cookies

S’mores Crescent Rolls

S'mores Crescent Rolls on a plate with marshmallows around.
S’mores Crescent Rolls. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Turn the classic campfire treat into an effortless dessert with S’mores Crescent Rolls. Just four ingredients are all you need to wrap up marshmallow and chocolate in a golden crescent roll for a cozy, gooey delight.
Get the Recipe: S’mores Crescent Rolls

Lazy Peach Cobbler

Plate with peach cobbler and a blue napkin.
Lazy Peach Cobbler. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

When the dessert craving hits but the effort doesn’t, our Lazy Peach Cobbler is here to save the day. Using fresh, frozen, or canned peaches, this easy-peasy cobbler comes together with minimal fuss and maximum flavor.
Get the Recipe: Lazy Peach Cobbler

Bisquick Cookies

Bisquick chocolate chip cookies on a cooling rack.
Bisquick Cookies. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Whip up a batch of Bisquick cookies and impress your friends with how effortlessly delicious they are. With just six ingredients and under 30 minutes from start to finish, these chewy chocolate chip classics will make you a believer in the magic of simplicity.
Get the Recipe: Bisquick Cookies

Chocolate Cherry Cake

Slice of chocolate cherry cake topped with cherry pie filling.
Chocolate Cherry Cake. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Discover the ultimate cheat with this simple chocolate cherry cake, where boxed cake mix meets cherry pie filling for a decadent duo. Topped with a luscious chocolate glaze, it’s the easy route to a rich cake.
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Cherry Cake

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