9 Delightfully Easy Desserts to Make When You Have Nothing

1. Fudgy Brownies

Brownies are just so sinfully delicious; you can't stop munching on them even though you know you might regret it the next day! They are that good. With this Fudgy Brownies recipe, you can have these scrumptious squares in less than an hour. If you’re a fan of rich chocolate, you might also enjoy the Handmade Chocolate Truffles (#7). Simply amazing, right?

2. Banana Pudding

My whole family is in love with bananas; we simply couldn't have enough of them. When I buy a bunch from the market, it rarely lasts two days at our house. This Banana Pudding is a favorite because it only takes about 10-15 minutes to prepare. And you don't even have to cook or bake it! Just be sure to put it in the fridge before serving, because pudding is best served chilled. This is definitely at the top of my list of desserts when you have nothing else in the pantry.

3. Éclair Cake

This Éclair Cake is quite easy to prepare but may take some time to finish. You need at least four and a half hours to let this cake set properly. Don't worry; you don't have to be laboring over it the whole time. You only need less than an hour to assemble the cake and just let it freeze in the fridge for the remaining time. While you wait, you can take a shower, put on makeup, and dress up for your dinner party. Easy peasy!

4. Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

Peanut butter is among the yummiest things to eat in this world. And not only does this Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies recipe have peanut butter in it, it has chocolate chips, too! Two super delicious things in one dessert—I could jump for joy just thinking about it. Plus, it's super easy to prepare and it's done after ten minutes or so in the oven. Need I say more?

5. Chocolate Sandwich Cookies

If you love chewy chocolate cookies and cream cheese, then you'll definitely adore these Chocolate Sandwich Cookies. These delightful cookies are quite easy to prepare and make for an adorable presentation, too. Combined prep time and baking time are about half an hour. Unbelievable, right? For more cookie inspiration, check out the Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies (#4).

6. Smores

This is one of the most popular easy-to-make desserts that I know. In fact, Smores are so easy that even children can make them. I actually had my Sunday school kids make this for art class once. Granted, I needed to borrow my father's toaster oven for it, but the children had a blast so it was worth the hassle.

7. Handmade Chocolate Truffles

I love chocolate truffles! They are positively sinful but irresistibly delicious. This Handmade Chocolate Truffles recipe is definitely one of my favorites. But beware; you need to make these luscious chocolates at least 8 hours beforehand because they need to be refrigerated. Other than that, the process is quite easy and hassle-free.

8. Strawberry Angel Food

Unlike the previous recipe, this Strawberry Angel Food doesn't need to be refrigerated for hours. It just needs to be chilled before you serve it. It only takes about 15 minutes to make and has strawberries and cream! If you are building your dessert recipe collection, this is a must-try. Positively yummy!

9. Pretzel Turtles

These Pretzel Turtles are absolutely simple and adorable. They actually make cute finger foods, and you could recruit little ones to help, too. They could put the pecans on top of the melted chocolate-covered caramel candies. Making these yummy things could be a fun and delicious activity for the whole family!

Maybe you've made some of these easy dessert recipes before; if so, tell us how they tasted! Do you have your own favorites? You see, amazing desserts need not be time-consuming or tedious to make. Even though they are often the “pièce de résistance” of any meal, they don't have to be exhaustingly complicated to be good. Try any one of these recipes now and find out just how easy it is to make deliciously wonderful treats for parties or everyday dinners.