14 Day Diet Plan Uk

Need inspiration to use those pantry staples? This 14-day meal plan will use all the beans, canned foods and frozen items you have on hand.

Like us, you probably have a pantry stocked with those buy-one-get-one bargains like canned beans or pasta in all shapes and sizes. Or maybe a refrigerator full of condiments that you used for one recipe but then forgot about. Get ready to transform those extras into tasty and delicious meals. The 14-day meal plan below will help you make the most of what's already in your kitchen. Yes—the meal plan even includes leftovers!

Here's what to keep in mind:

• The recipes below are made with mostly kitchen staples. You might have to pick up some fresh fruits and vegetables, though. Thankfully many stores are offering grocery delivery and/or pickup.
• Every meal containsbreakfast, lunch and dinner and focuses on comfort foods the whole family will love. Feel free to alter the recipes to fit your dietary needs.
• Keep in mind, you don't have to make every meal listed. Feel free to pick and choose the recipes that work with what you have on-hand.
• You can also substitute ingredients. For example, if a recipe calls for onions but your store was sold out, use onion powder instead. Need egg whites but don't want to waste eggs? No problem, unless the recipe is egg white specific (like angel food cake or meringue) just use one whole egg for each egg white.
• Another thing to remember as you read through this, the meal plan is for a family of four. Adjusting is a snap though, most recipes are easily increased or decreased with simple math.

Print this grocery list PDF to see what's already in your inventory. Then, plan to purchase the rest at the grocery store.

DAY 1

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Breakfast

Cook: Start your day with this recipe Fruity Baked Oatmeal. Reserve half for Day 3.

Packed with whole grains, this versatile recipe is super easy to make. You can substitute any milk in your fridge (or use evaporated from your pantry) for the 1 cup fat-free milk listed without changing the texture. While this recipe is loaded with fresh fruit, dried fruit works too! No blueberries? Use strawberries! Anything goes for this recipe.

Lunch

Cook: Make a double-batch of this protein-packed Herbed Tuna and White Bean Salad will go along way to keeping you satisfied until dinner.

Use any greens you have on hand, you don't have to use arugula. You can even mix all the ingredients ahead to toss with the lettuce just before serving, to save time and let the flavors meld.

Dinner

Cook: Tonight's dinner is this yummy slow-cooked Hamburger Supper.

You can use up those frozen patties or make your own with ground beef.

Prep: If you have a frozen chicken or turkey stashed, now's the time to start thawing it for later in the week.

DAY 2

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Breakfast

Cook: Treat yourself to a yummy dish of yogurt with fruit and a drizzle of honey. Save some leftovers for Day 9.

Psst! We have some great mix-in ideas you can probably find in your pantry.

Lunch

Cook: Finish up the salad from day 1.

Need a change of pace? Try a simple sandwich like this Peanut Butter, Honey & Pear Open-Faced Sandwiches. While these are best on a sturdy, whole grain bread there's no shame in using whatever bread you have on hand.

Dinner

Cook: Whip up a double batch of this Hearty Minestrone Soup, and freeze half for lunches next week.

Freezing soup is simple. To avoid cracks and spills, remember to not to overfill or underfill the container. When storing soup, leave about ½ in. of headroom in the vessel.

DAY 3

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Breakfast

Cook: Warm up a serving of Baked Oatmeal from day one and serve it with a splash of milk or cream.

No time to warm it up? No worries, this baked oatmeal is great cold too. It tastes like a fruity, oatmeal brownie—but healthy-ish. Yum.

Lunch

Cook: Serve this Ultimate Grilled Cheese for a satisfying, easy meal.

The cheese mixture can be made ahead so all you have to do is assemble when it comes time to fire up the pan.

Dinner

Cook: Roasted Kielbasa & Vegetables is what's on the menu tonight. Double the veggies on a separate sheet pan to have for lunch another day.

Don't get too hung up on the specific types of vegetables listed in the recipe. If you can't find one or it's just not a vegetable you care for, substitute one you do like.

DAY 4

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Breakfast

Cook: Make this Sausage and Egg Casserole.

Eggs are generally inexpensive and their long shelf life makes them a great staple to have on hand. Whip them up with some sausage and cubed bread. This recipe makes 10 servings, plenty to have leftovers for breakfast another day.

Lunch

Cook: This Dilly Chickpea Salad is divine on whole grain bread. Reserve some of the mixture for another day's lunch.

When you shop, check the reduced produce rack for great savings on super-ripe tomatoes, banana-bread ready bananas or other ready-to-use-today fruits and veggies.

Dinner

Cook: Your family will rave over our Favorite Baked Spaghetti casserole recipe. Reserve half for Day 7.

It comes together in a snap with simple ingredients like jarred sauce pasta sauce and Parmesan cheese. Bonus: It's even tastier as leftovers!

DAY 5

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Breakfast

Cook: Enjoy your leftover Sausage and Egg Casserole.

If you need to stretch it to feed a couple of extra guests simply dice it up and serve it wrapped in a warm tortilla. Instant breakfast burrito without the fuss. No tortillas on hand? Make grilled sandwiches by layering the eggs with cheese between slices of bread. Your guests will think you're a genius.

Lunch

Cook: Add cooked quinoa to your leftover roasted veggies from Day 3.

Packed with protein, this super-grain makes an easy, balanced meal out of tasty leftovers.

Dinner

Cook: As pretty as it is tasty, this Tuna Crescent Ring is sure to please.

Toss up a fresh salad to and you have a complete meal in under 30 minutes!

DAY 6

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Breakfast

Enjoy a Quinoa Breakfast Bowl with the extra quinoa you cooked up yesterday.

These whole-grain bowls are a great way to use up little bits of fruit (fresh or frozen).

Lunch

Finish up the chickpea salad from day 4. Serve it with some carrot or celery sticks for extra crunch.

Dinner

Soups on tonight! Kick back and enjoy homemade minestrone soup from day 2.

DAY 7

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Breakfast

A double batch of this Baked Blueberry Pancake recipe will feed hungry bellies this week.

Feel free to make one with blueberries and another with chocolate chips for a special treat.

Lunch

Your Baked Spaghetti leftovers from day 4 will be perfect for lunch today.

We've pulled together microwaving tips to help keep that pasta tasting as fresh.

Dinner

Cook: Today is bird day, Follow this guide for how to how to cook a turkey. If you didn't have a turkey in your freezer a roasting chicken will work for this meal plan (or even a couple rotisserie chickens). We've added a roasting bird to the grocery list for you, just be sure to adjust your list accordingly.

Whip up these ultra-creamy mashed potatoes and serve your favorite veggie on the side. Save half the potatoes for later this week.

DAY 8

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Breakfast

Use some of the yogurt and create a breakfast smoothie out of whatever fruit you have on hand.

We have several healthy options to inspire you and help you use up those tidbits hanging around. Smoothies are so versatile and are truly the ultimate grab-and-go breakfast.

Lunch

Grab some English muffins and throw these Mini White Pizzas together in a snap.

Lightly toast your muffins before adding the toppings if you like your pizza a little crispy.

Dinner

A couple jars of sauce and bag of frozen meatballs make Slow-Cooker Meatball Stew a pantry friendly meal that's not just easy, but super tasty too. Reserve half for Day 10.

No jars of sauce on hand? Use canned tomatoes to make a Quick Marinara instead.

Meal prep: While dinner cooks, stir up a batch of Peanut Butter and Jelly Overnight Oats. Make a double batch to serve for breakfast another day.

This recipe is so pantry friendly! Feel free to swap in almond butter for the peanut butter or maple syrup for the honey. After you stir, it's going to seem really liquidy and that's okay. It thickens up in the fridge overnight.

DAY 9

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Breakfast

Serve your overnight oats with a pretty swirl of jam.

If you find the jam is really "jammed" from being in the refrigerator, give it a 20-second zap in the microwave. That's just enough to loosen it up for the perfect drizzle.

Lunch

Use leftover cubed turkey or chicken in this Cantaloupe Chicken Salad with Yogurt Chive Dressing.

Cantaloupe has been pretty plentiful at local markets but if you can't find a good one, honeydew will work great too. No melon? Try apples!

Dinner

Cook: Your leftover mashed potatoes will come in super-handy for these Potato Puffs. They're the perfect side dish to crispy, breaded Dijon Pork Chops.

Any brown mustard will be delicious in this recipe. No mustard in your house? No problem! Use mayo or ranch. This recipe can take the swap with ease.

DAY 10

Taste of Home

Breakfast

Grab that half-eaten jar of salsa from the back of the fridge for this Picante Omelet Pie. Reserve half for another day's breakfast.

It bakes up in just 20 minutes and makes enough for 2 days.

Lunch

Warm up those meatballs from day 8 for a nice hot lunch.

Take a minute and scour the fridge to see what else you can add to your meal. Any leftover cooked veggies hiding in the back corner will make help balance the meal.

Dinner

Pull out your handy Instant Pot for tonight's Pressure-Cooker Char Siu Pork.

Don't have a pressure cooker? Check out the slow cooker directions.

Slightly sweet with a hint of spice, this dish is best served over a bed of hot rice. After dinner, divide the leftovers into individual containers. Having lunch ready to pop into the microwave takes the pressure off hectic days.

DAY 11

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Breakfast

Use up your stash of potatoes by making a batch of home fries to serve alongside the leftover Picante Omelet Pie from yesterday.

They're extra tasty with the bacon but feel free to leave it out.

Lunch

Quesadillas are a fun addition to any menu.

Beans give them a quick protein and fiber boost and warm melty cheese holds the layers together. Perfect for a snack too.

Dinner

The Hearty Cabbage Soup recipe starts off with a can of sweet pepper soup, a huge flavor punch. Make a double batch to serve for lunch. Toast up the English muffins for a side.

If you can't find it, grab a can of ready-to-serve tomato basil soup instead. The flavor profile is a bit different, but the end result is still delicious. Cabbage is inexpensive and makes a great filler for veggie-packed soups.

DAY 12

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Breakfast

Simple scrambled eggs and any fresh fruit you have leftover will make a healthy protein-packed breakfast.

Lunch

Cook: Char Siu Pork from day 10 is waiting for you today.

Dinner

Grab those condiments from the back of the fridge for this Speedy Salmon Stir Fry. Substitute a quarter teaspoon of ground ginger for the fresh if you don't have any on-hand.

Pro tip: Fresh ginger freezes really well. Keep a finger on hand and grate it straight from the freezer for recipes like this one.

DAY 13

Taste of Home

Breakfast

Cook: Keep it simple with some peanut butter toast.

Make it special with a drizzle of honey or maple syrup and a pinch of sea salt.

Lunch

Cook: Your Cabbage Soup is lunch today.

Some leftovers are just better after a day or two and this soup is no exception to that. Sprinkle the top with a bit of grated Parm for an added pop of flavor.

Dinner

Cook: Breakfast for dinner—aka—brinner! A hearty Sweet Potato and Egg Skillet is a great meatless meal that's as delicious as it is nutritious.

You'll get your entire day's vitamin A in this meal.

DAY 14

Taste of Home

Breakfast

Cook: Last night's dinner makes this morning's breakfast a breeze.

Whip up your favorite coffeeshop copycat beverage as a special treat.

Lunch

Quesadillas are what's for lunch today. If you have additional leftovers, try incorporating them into your dish—whether that means stuffing them into the tortilla or serving it with a side.

Take a few minutes to jot down which recipes were your favorite from this meal plan. Double-check your pantry and make note of what you need to restock, that way you'll be able to zip through the store without forgetting anything.

Dinner

Cook: Bake up some garlic bread to sop up the sauce in this Weeknight Ravioli Lasagna.

You'll have plenty of leftovers to start your next two weeks strong. Add a fresh salad to round out the meal.

To find more meal plans, along with prep ideas and strategy, check out our meal plan guide.

Easy Desserts with 5 Ingredients or Less

When your pantry is running low, turn to this list of quick, easy desserts. You'll find the recipe details for the sweets in this video in the following 5 slides. Craving more? Take a look at even more of our quick and easy dessert recipes.

Chocolate Billionaires

Everyone raves about these chocolate and caramel candies. I received the recipe from a friend while living in Texas. When we moved, I made sure this recipe made the trip with me! —June Humphrey, Strongsville, Ohio

Peanut Butter Kiss Cookies

Everyone who tries these beloved gems is amazed that they use only five ingredients. Baking cookies doesn't get much easier than this. —Dee Davis, Sun City, Arizona

Semisweet Chocolate Mousse

A friend shared this rich velvety chocolate mousse recipe with me. I love to cook and have tons of recipes, but this one is a favorite. Best of all, it's easy to make. —Judy Spencer, San Diego, California

Frozen Banana Cereal Pops

When we want a healthy snack, we dip bananas in yogurt, roll 'em in cereal, then freeze. Ta-da! —Scarlett Elrod, Newnan, Georgia

Vanilla Meringue Cookies

Want to learn how to make meringues? This meringue cookie recipe creates light, airy morsels. It's the perfect fat-free treat to really beat a sweets craving. —Jenni Sharp, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Whipped Shortbread

These whipped shortbread Christmas cookies melt in your mouth. Mostly I make them for the holidays, but I'll also prepare them year-round for wedding showers and afternoon teas. —Jane Ficiur, Bow Island, Alberta

Pecan Caramel Candies

Salty and sweet, these candies are the perfect little snack. Form a kitchen assembly line with your kids, and the making becomes just as fun as the eating. —Julie Wemhoff, Angola, Indiana

Mini Blueberry Tarts

I served this recipe to my family while we were on vacation and they were all amazed! The best part: I didn't spend tons of time on it thanks to refrigerated pie crust. Watch your mini tarts around the 13-minute mark to make sure they don't brown too quickly. If you like, sprinkle the tops with coarse sugar for a beautiful finishing touch.—Allison Bell, Hillsdale, New Jersey

Quick and Easy Baklava Squares

I love baklava but rarely indulge because it takes so much time to make. Then a friend of mine gave me this simple recipe. I've made it for family, friends and co-workers—they can't get enough. I'm always asked to bring these squares to special gatherings and parties, and I even give them as gifts during the holidays. —Paula Marchesi, Lenhartsville, Pennsylvania

No-Bake Chocolate Hazelnut Thumbprints

Years ago, a friend gave me a recipe for chocolate peanut treats that didn't require baking. I thought it was a quick and clever way to whip up a batch of sweet snacks without heating up the kitchen, and I started making different variations. This one includes luscious Nutella and crunchy hazelnuts. Yum! —Lisa Speer, Palm Beach, Florida

Rainbow Gelatin Cubes

These layered jello cubes are fun to serve and to eat! I vary the colors to match the occasion. Kids of all ages snatch them up. —Deanna Pietrowicz, Bridgeport, Connecticut

Coconut Joys

If you like coconut, you'll love these no-bake, no-fuss sweets. They are cute as can be and make a satisfying after-school snack to keep in the fridge. —Flo Burtnett, North Gage, Oklahoma

Mom's Fried Apples

Mom often made these fried apples for me while I was growing up. The recipe is very dear to me. —Margie Tappe, Prague, Oklahoma

Chocolate Banana Bundles

Banana and chocolate is such an irresistible combo that I make this quick dessert often. You can also top these tasty bundles with the butter and brown sugar mixture left over from coating the bananas, or sprinkle on a dash of sea salt. —Thomas Faglon, Somerset, New Jersey

Quick Mango Sorbet

Last summer I decided to try my hand at making a passion fruit and mango sorbet. But fresh fruits require more prep and are difficult to find ripened at the same time, so I experimented using frozen fruit and juice. And voila! Both are readily available and inexpensive, too. —Carol Klein, Franklin Square, New York

Cranberry Pecan Cookies

These are so tasty and simple to prepare! Each delightful little cookie is loaded with cranberries, nuts and vanilla, giving them the taste of a treat that's been slaved over. —Louise Hawkins, Lubbock, Texas

Fresh Blackberry Pie

I grew up on a farm, and we always picked fruits in early summer and used them to make desserts. This blackberry pie is a real stunner. —Gladys Gibbs, Brush Creek, Tennessee

Peanut Butter Cup Trifle

Using just five ingredients makes this recipe so simple. You can add a little extra decoration with chocolate jimmies, too. —Chris Nelson, Decatur, Arkansas

Strawberry-Rosemary Yogurt Pops

We planted strawberries a few years ago and these tangy-sweet frozen yogurt pops are my very favorite treats to make with them! The options are endless. Try using other yogurt flavors like lemon, raspberry or blueberry. You may also substitute your favorite herb for the rosemary—or simply omit it. —Carmell Childs, Ferron, Utah

Easy Cake Mix Bars

I take this dessert to work for Friday pick-me-ups. It's one of my favorite yellow cake bar recipes. I love to share them because they're so easy to eat, easy to make and easy on the wallet. —Amy Rose, Ballwin, Missouri

Ice Cream Kolachkes

These sweet pastries have Polish and Czech roots and can also be spelled "kolaches." They are usually filled with poppy seeds, nuts, jam or a mashed fruit mixture. The ice cream is a unique twist on traditional kolachkes, and it's simplest to use a square cookie cutter to cut the dough. —Diane Turner, Brunswick, Ohio

Elegant White Chocolate Mousse

Simply elegant is a fitting description for this smooth treat. Whipped cream teams up with white chocolate to make this easy recipe extra special. —Laurinda Johnston, Belchertown, Massachusetts

Double-Chocolate Toffee Icebox Cake

My mother-in-law taught me that anything tastes good if you use enough chocolate or cream. This no-bake dessert proves she was right. Sometimes I use chocolate graham crackers and stack up the layers in a 9-inch square pan. —Bee Engelhart, Bloomfield Township, Michigan

Layered Lemon Pie

This is a great ending for almost any meal that kids and adults all enjoy. The creamy lemon filling is always a hit with my husband. —Elizabeth Yoder, Belcourt, North Dakota

Raspberry Sorbet

With an abundant crop of fresh raspberries from the backyard, it's no wonder why I rely on this dessert for a tasty, no-fuss frozen dessert. —Karen Bailey, Golden, Colorado

Rocky Road Cookie Cups

Traditional rocky road ice cream has nuts, marshmallows and chocolate. Using prepared cookie dough makes it easy to put the flavors together in these fast, kid-friendly rocky road cookis. —Charlotte McDaniel, Jacksonville, AL

Chocolate-Dipped Strawberry Meringue Roses

Eat these pretty treats as is or crush them into a bowl of strawberries and whipped cream. Readers of my blog, utry.it, went nuts when I posted that idea.—Amy Tong, Anaheim, California

No-Bake Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars

I have to be super careful when cooking for my daughter because of food sensitivities, so I make these no-bake peanut butter oatmeal bars with certified gluten-free oats. Everyone loves these bars when we go to picnics or potlucks, and I know there will be a dessert for my daughter! —Angela Lively, Conroe, Texas

Macadamia-Coffee Bean Cookies

Nearly anyone who loves coffee will perk up for this java-infused cookie. What hot beverage would you pair these treats with? There's only one answer! —Kathleen Specht, Clinton, Montana

Cake & Berry Campfire Cobbler

This warm Dutch oven cobbler is one of our favorite ways to end a busy day of fishing, hiking, swimming or rafting. It's yummy with ice cream—and so easy to make! —June Dress, Boise, Idaho

Maple Ricotta Mousse with Candied Pecans

Try not to sneak too many of the maple-y nuts while you make dessert. With the mousse, they're even better. —Kathleen Gill, Pahrump, Nevada

Quick Icebox Sandwiches

My mother liked making these cool, creamy treats when I was growing up in the States because they're so quick to fix. Then I made them for my three kids.—Sandy Armijo, Naples, Italy

Pecan Roll-Ups

This recipe is so delicious and is sure to become a favorite of your family. The pecans make them so rich.—Lee B. Roberts, Racine, Wisconsin

Grilled Angel Food Cake with Strawberries

One night I goofed, accidentally using the balsamic butter I save for grilling chicken on my pound cake. What a delicious mistake that my entire family loved! For a patriotic look, add a drizzle of blueberry syrup. —Tammy Hathaway, Freeman Twp, Maine

Coconut Creme Chocolates

I'm a proud wife, mom of three and grandma of many. I've cooked many things over the years, including these marshmallowy chocolates. —Dolores Wilder, Texas City, Texas

Caramelized Baked Custards

Creme brulee is our favorite dessert and we love Irish cream liqueur, so I decided to put them together for a dinner finale we truly love. With a last name like Moynihan and a husband named Patrick, you can tell St. Patrick's Day is a very big holiday in our house! —Joyce Moynihan, Lakeville, Minnesota

Rhubarb Fool with Strawberries

A fool is a classic British and Irish dessert that's usually made with whipped cream and cooked fruit. Try my quick version with rhubarb and berries. —Cheryl Miller, Fort Collins, Colorado

Refreshing Rhubarb Ice Cream

No matter where my military family is stationed, this ice cream always makes me think of my parents' backyard rhubarb patch in Rochester, New York. —Rachel Garcia, Honolulu, Hawaii

Easy Oatmeal Cream Pies

These easy cookies use only five ingredients and taste very similar to a store-bought cookie. Of course, everything's better from your own kitchen! —Crystal Schlueter, Northglenn, Colorado

S'mOreos

My son introduced us to this twist on classic s'mores when we were camping. Have a jar of Nutella around? Slather on the inside of the graham cracker halves before you build this one-of-a-kind treat. —Christina Smith, Santa Rosa, California

Peanut Butter Fudge

This peanut butter fudge is a favorite "never fail" quickie recipe. —Eleanore Peterson, Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin

Confetti Cake Batter Cookies

Mom and I took up cake decorating. Funfetti was our favorite cake, so we used the mix to make cutout cookies. Plain or decorated, they're a fave at parties. —Danielle DeMarco, Basking Ridge, New Jersey

Texas Tumbleweeds

Tumbleweeds blow across the roads in some parts of Texas, and I think these cute stacks look like them. I've been making these sweets with my sister for years. —Karen Lemay, Seabrook, Texas

Berry White Ice Pops

Nothing says summer like an ice pop. Kids and adults alike love this fruit-filled version. —Sharon Guinta, Stamford, Connecticut

Black Forest Dump Cake

I make a Black Forest cake the easy way: Dump everything into a dish and let the magic happen. Give it a cherry topping by reserving two tablespoons of juice from the canned cherries and stir into whipped cream. —Meghan McDermott, Springfield, Missouri

Haystack Cookies with Peanut Butter

Peanut butter haystacks are one of my favorite desserts. I love to serve them to guests because they marvel at how something so simple tastes so good! —Starrlette Howard, Ogden, Utah

Soft Chewy Caramels

One of my first experiences with cooking was helping my mother make these caramels. We'd make up to 12 batches each year. Today, I do at least 95 percent of the cooking at home, but my wife does much of the baking. —Robert Sprenkle, Hurst, Texas

Chocolate-Dipped Apple Rings

These apple treats are a staple in my Christmas goody packages. Sometimes I add an 1/8 teaspoon of cayenne to the cinnamon mixture for a little extra kick. —Laurie Bock, Lynden, Washington

Strawberry-Hazelnut Meringue Shortcakes

In summer the strawberry farms are open for picking. I serve strawberries with a crunchy hazelnut meringue cookie. —Barbara Estabrook, Rhinelander, Wisconsin

Peanut Butter Cup Napoleons

Top layers of puff pastry and peanut butter ice cream with a warm, sweet drizzle the whole family will love! It's a terrific last-minute dessert, or you can freeze the cooled pastry and scooped ice cream separately in an airtight container the day before you serve it. —Jeanne Holt, Mendota Heights, Minnesota

Frozen Greek Vanilla Yogurt

It's so simple and easy to make your own frozen Greek yogurt, you might even want to get the kids in on the fun. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Greendale, Wisconsin

Blueberry Pie with Graham Cracker Crust

We live in blueberry country, and this pie is a perfect way to showcase these luscious berries. A neighbor first made this pie for us when we had a death in the family several years ago. Our whole family enjoys it. —R. Ricks, Kalamazoo, Michigan

Butterscotch Toffee Cookies

With its big butterscotch and chocolate flavor, my cookie stands out. I like to enjoy it with a glass of milk or a cup of coffee. It's my fallback recipe when I'm short on time and need something delicious fast. —Allie Blinder, Norcross, Georgia

Rainbow Sherbet Angel Food Cake

Talk about a dessert that pops off the plate! Sometimes I make this easy cake even more eye-catching by tinting the whipped cream. Use whatever sherbet flavor combination you like. —Bonnie Hawkins, Elkhorn, Wisconsin

Quick Double Chocolate Biscotti

Refrigerated cookie dough gives you a head start on making biscotti from scratch. For true chocolate lovers, substitute chocolate chips for the vanilla. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Peanut Butter Cereal Treats

Kids will love these colorful, crunchy bars. They're a fun twist on the traditional marshmallow crispy treats…and because they're so easy, older kids could whip up a batch on their own! —Christie Porter, Shipshewana, Indiana

Sopaipillas

Light and crispy pastry puffs, sopaipillas are a sweet way to round out a spicy meal. They make a nice winter dessert served warm and topped with honey or sugar. —Mary Anne McWhirter, Pearland, Texas

Cherry Crumb Dessert

This sweet treat is especially when garnished with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of ice cream. The crumb topping adds a wonderful nutty flavor, and nobody will guess this streusel started with a handy cake mix —Ann Eastman, Greenville, California

Macaroon Ice Cream Torte

My family loves frozen treats. With chocolate four ways, this one is so beautiful, people think it came from an ice cream shop. —Barbara Carlucci, Orange Park, Florida

Frozen Berry & Yogurt Swirls

I enjoy these frozen yogurt pops because they double as a healthy snack and a cool, creamy sweet treat. —Colleen Ludovice, Wauwatosa, Wisconsin

Bite-Sized Apple Pies

These little bites are fun for kids to make. Simply wrap strips of pastry around apple wedges and shake on some cinnamon-sugar. Then just bake and watch them disappear! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Mocha-Pecan Ice Cream Bonbons

These bite-sized bonbons may sound tricky to make, but you'll find that fashioning them is a breeze. What's more, our cooking experts advise that you keep this recipe handy when you serve them—as soon as folks sample the treats, they'll be asking how to make them. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Chocolaty S'mores Bars

One night my husband had some friends over to play poker and he requested these s'mores bars. They polished off the pan and asked for more! I shared the recipe, and now their families make them, too. —Rebecca Shipp, Beebe, Arkansas

Heavenly Filled Strawberries

These luscious stuffed berries are the perfect bite-sized dessert. —Stephen Munro, Beaver Bank, Nova Scotia

Chocolate Lover's Pizza

I created this after my dad said that my graham cracker crust should be topped with dark chocolate and pecans. It's easy to customize by adding your favorite chocolate and toppers. Dad thinks the whole world should know about this pizza! —Kathy Rairigh, Milford, Indiana

Lemon Crisp Cookies

Here's a quick-to-fix delight that's perfect to make when you've forgotten a treat for a bake sale or potluck. They take only 10 minutes to whip up! The sunny yellow color, big lemon flavor and delightful crunch are sure to bring smiles. —Julia Livingston, Frostproof, Florida

Grilled Honey Balsamic-Glazed Fruit

One summer my mother-in-law made us grilled peaches basted with a sweet and tangy sauce. These are so good I'm always tempted to eat the whole batch. —Kristin Van Dyken, West Richland, Washington

Flourless Chocolate Torte

Here's the perfect dessert for chocoholics—like me! I bake this melt-in-your-mouth torte all the time for special occasions. For an elegant finish, dust it with confectioners' sugar. —Kayla Albrecht, Freeport, Illinois

White Candy Bark

This speedy candy recipe can be varied depending on the type of fruit or nuts you have on hand. Since we have a walnut tree, I use walnuts, but pecans could also be substituted, as well as dried cherries in place of the cranberries. —Marcia Snyder, Grand Junction, Colorado

Strawberry Angel Trifle

I always get compliments when I bring this attractive and tasty trifle out of the refrigerator. Not only does it serve a big group nicely, I can make it ahead of time, too. —Lucille Belsham, Fort Fraser, British Columbia

Apple-Spice Angel Food Cake

I dressed up an angel food cake mix with some nuts, spice and applesauce to make an easy and light dessert. I serve it with a dollop of whipped topping mixed with a half cup of sour cream. —Joan Buehnerkemper, Teutopolis, Illinois

Peach Bavarian

Fruit molds are my specialty. This one, with its refreshing peach taste, makes a colorful salad or dessert. —Adeline Piscitelli, Sayreville, New Jersey

Yummy Cracker Snacks

These treats are my family's favorite. In fact, it seems no matter how many I make, they always disappear too soon! —D. Weaver, Ephrata, Pennsylvania

Mini Brownie Treats

I like to take these quick and easy brownies to potlucks and family events. They are always snapped up in a flash! —Pam Kokes, North Loup, Nebraska

Blackberry Frozen Yogurt

You could also use boysenberries, raspberries or strawberries for this delicious dessert. — Rebecca Baird, Salt Lake City, Utah

Frozen Mud Pie

Here's one of those "looks like you fussed" desserts that is so easy it's become a standard for me. I love the mocha version, but pure chocolate lovers may prefer using chocolate chip ice cream. The cookie crust is a snap to make. —Debbie Terenzini-Wilkerson, Lusby, Maryland

Peanut Butter Cookie Cups

I'm a busy schoolteacher and pastor's wife and I wouldn't dare show my face at a church dinner or bake sale without some of these tempting peanut butter treats. They're quick and easy to make and always a hit. —Kristi Tackett, Banner, Kentucky

Apple Kuchen Bars

This recipe is about family, comfort and simplicity. My mom made this delicious sweet treat many a winter night and served it warm with some of her famous homemade ice cream. I like to make a double batch and pass on the love! —Elizabeth Monfort, Celina, Ohio

Birthday Cake Freezer Pops

On my quest to find birthday cake ice cream—my favorite flavor—I came up with these easy ice pops. Now, instead of going to the store whenever a craving hits, I just head to my freezer. —Dawn Lopez, Westerly, Rhode Island

Chocolate Peanut Treats

When I was in high school, I took these sweet and crunchy squares to bake sales— and they were the first to sell out. I still make them for family and friends who love the classic combination of chocolate and peanut butter. —Christy Asher, Colorado Springs, Colorado

Nectarine Plum Crisps

A fusion of late-summer fruits, these crisps make a simple dessert—and what's left can be kept for breakfast. Look for apple crisp mix in the produce department of your grocery store. —Nicole Werner, Ann Arbor, Michigan

Cherry-Chocolate Pudgy Pie

Here's an ooey-gooey treat that's just right for campfires and cookouts. —Josh Carter, Birmingham, Alabama

Chocolate Peanut Butter Candy

With only three ingredients, these chocolate-swirl treats take just moments to whip up! If you have little ones visiting for the holidays, have them help you with the stirring. —Holly Demers, Abbotsford, British Columbia

Cowabunga Root Beer Cupcakes

I developed these cupcakes for my daughter's first birthday and transported them using dry ice. Be careful not to freeze them solid! —Mindy Carswell, Walker, Michigan

Chocolate Peanut Drops

This is a recipe that I got from a friend, who got it from her sister, and between the three of us we've handed it out everywhere! The chocolaty candies couldn't be easier to make in the slow cooker and, depending on the size of your spoon, you can get dozens of candies from one batch. So easy and great for gifts.—Anita Bell, Hermitage, Tennessee

Lime-in-the-Coconut Almond Bark

I love the combination of flavors in this tropical treat, and it takes mere minutes to make. If you need something for a school or church bake sale, this will get you out of the kitchen in a flash. —Julie Beckwith, Crete, Illinois

Buckeyes

These chocolate peanut butter balls (no bake!) are always popular at my church's annual Christmas fundraiser. They resemble chestnuts or buckeyes—hence the name. —Merry Kay Opitz, Elkhorn, Wisconsin

Creamy Hazelnut Pie

I've always been a big fan of peanut butter. Then I found chocolaty Nutella hazelnut spread and I was hooked! I even changed one of my all-time favorite pie recipes by substituting that ingredient. —Lisa Varner, El Paso, Texas

Blueberry Ice Cream

The wild blueberries on our property spark recipe ideas. When my daughter and I made this ice cream at a Girl Guide meeting, it was well received. Even today, our 10 children, 19 grandkids and 4 great-grandchildren think it tastes great. —Alma Mosher, Mohannes, New Brunswick

Rocky Road Fudge Pops

These sweet frozen treats are simple to prepare and guaranteed to bring out the kid in anyone. The creamy pops feature a special chocolate and peanut topping.—Karen Grant, Tulare, California

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