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Real Simple's Editorial Guidelines Updated on October 20, 2017 Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos Photo: Anna Williams How do we like to end meals? With sweet treats that are equal parts yummy and easy. These recipes—the most-pinned desserts on our boards—more than satisfy.For more inspiration, see our most popular Pinterest recipes. 01 of 30 Toasted-Coconut Refrigerator Cake Anna Williams No one will ever guess that store-bought pound cakes are at the heart of this dessert. Get the recipe. 02 of 30 Blueberry Tart Con Poulos 03 of 30 Peanut Butter Cup Brownies Anna Williams Fold chopped peanut butter cups into the chocolate batter for a crowd-pleasing flavor combination. Get the recipe. 04 of 30 Coconut Macaroons José Picayo With just five ingredients, you can whip up these chewy flourless cookies—perfect for Passover or Easter. Get the recipe: Coconut Macaroons 05 of 30 Lemon Crepes With Sweetened Ricotta José Picayo Fill the crepes with a mixture of ricotta, lemon zest, and honey, and serve with lemon syrup for a sweet citrus treat. Get the recipe. 06 of 30 Blueberry Cobbler Lisa Hubbard The buttery biscuits soak up all the luscious juices from the sweet blueberries. Get the recipe. 07 of 30 Peppermint Patty Brownies Kana Okada Transform boxed brownies into a playful treat with a cool surprise inside: chocolate-covered peppermint candies. Get the recipe. 08 of 30 Chewy Spice Cookies Victor Schrager Ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and black pepper ensure there are plenty of warm, complex flavors in these classic cookies. Get the recipe. 09 of 30 Applesauce Spice Cake Sang An Use chunky applesauce to give extra texture to this moist, raisin-studded sweet. Get the recipe: Applesauce Spice Cake 10 of 30 No-Bake Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies Raymond Hom It's no secret that chocolate and peanut butter are a match made in confectionary heaven. These chewy treats get a third partner: rolled oats, which add an extra layer of texture and might even trick your guests into thinking these are healthy. We've also thrown in some peanuts to boost the crunch factor and add a double dose of nuttiness. Best of all, these simple, rustic-looking cookies don't even require an oven. Just drop spoonfuls of batter onto baking sheets and let cool until set. There's no need to refrigerate them, either; they'll keep at room temperature for up to three days. Get the recipe: No-Bake Chocolate, Peanut Butter, and Oatmeal Cookies 11 of 30 Peanut Butter Cup and Pretzel Terrine David Prince Salty and sweet, cool and crunchy, this ice cream cake will satisfy every craving. Get the recipe. 12 of 30 Lemon Cheesecake Pie Paul Sirisalee Mix up a traditional lemon cheesecake by baking it in a flaky piecrust. Get the recipe: Lemon Cheesecake Pie 13 of 30 Ice Cream Pie With Warm Blueberry Sauce James Baigrie Creamy vanilla ice cream gets a drizzle of warm sauce made with fresh blueberries. Get the recipe. 14 of 30 Pumpkin Cupcakes With Maple Buttercream Frosting Joseph De Leo Maple syrup in the frosting gives spiced cupcakes an extra dose of flavor. Get the recipe. 15 of 30 Glazed Lemon Pound Cake José Picayo A drizzle of lemon-infused glaze gives this buttery citrus cake a sweet finish. Get the recipe. 16 of 30 Flourless Chocolate Cake José Picayo Rich and dense, this cake will satisfy even the most serious chocoholic. Get the recipe. 17 of 30 Toffee-Oat Chocolate Chip Cookies Raymond Hom Rolled oats add texture and a pleasing nuttiness to these chewy favorites. Get the recipe: Toffee-Oat Chocolate Chip Cookies 18 of 30 Lemon Pound Cake Hector Sanchez Bake a batch of these lovely mini-loaves and share with friends; they're the perfect size for gifting. Get the recipe. 19 of 30 Peach and Raspberry Parfait Yunhee Kim Sprinkle the fruit with sugar and let sit for 20 minutes to draw out the juices, creating the perfect no-fuss sauce. Get the recipe. 20 of 30 Chocolate-Earl Grey Cake Susie Cushner Add a cup of Earl Grey tea into the batter to infuse the cake with bergamot flavor and fragrance. Get the recipe: Chocolate-Earl Grey Cake 21 of 30 Pumpkin Cheesecake Chris Court Pumpkin, ginger, and allspice turn the classic cheesecake into a fantastic fall treat. Get the recipe. 22 of 30 Individual Chocolate Melting Cakes William Meppem Top off these warm, melt-in-your mouth cakes with a swirl of caramel sauce and a scoop of ice cream. Get the recipe. 23 of 30 Lemon Bars Victor Schrager With their sunny hue and powdered exterior, these classic citrusy desserts are irresistible. Get the recipe: Lemon Bars 24 of 30 Strawberry Shortcake Lisa Hubbard Get the recipe: Strawberry Shortcake 25 of 30 Maple Pumpkin Pie David Prince Maple syrup, cinnamon, ginger, and cloves give this pie a rich, warm depth. Get the recipe. 26 of 30 Chocolate Pots Beatriz da Costa Rich and creamy, this chocolate mousse is a perfect ending to any meal. Get the recipe. 27 of 30 Berry Shortcakes John Kernick Fresh berries, tossed with sugar to bring out their sweetness, are topped with homemade whipped cream and served with a biscuit for a luscious meal ender. Get the recipe. 28 of 30 Glazed Lemon Cookies Kana Okada Whisk confectioners' sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest together to make the tasty glaze topping. Get the recipe. 29 of 30 Yellow Cake With Fresh Strawberry Filling, Chocolate Sour Cream Frosting, and Strawberries Christopher Baker A beautiful strawberry garnish enhances the luscious fruit filling inside the two-layer cake. Get the recipe. 30 of 30 Slice-and-Bake Lemon Shortbread Victor Schrager This buttery cookie gets a lift from lemon zest and a final sprinkle of coarse sugar for extra shine and texture. Get the recipe. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit