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14 of Grandma’s Best Dessert Recipes

February 9, 2025 by Amanda Tyler Leave a Comment

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Looking for some great dessert recipes to make? Grandma always made the best desserts, and that’s probably why we loved going over to her house!

These old-fashioned desserts are just so good and exactly like Grandma used to make!

What can be better?

Easy and Moist Date Cake Recipe 

EASY AND MOIST DATE CAKE RECIPE (GLUTEN-FREE).
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This simple date cake recipe, brimming with warm spices, is naturally sweetened using only a blend of dates and applesauce.

Ideal for any event and wholesome enough for breakfast, it can be prepared in just 15 minutes before you let the oven take over.

Get the Recipe: Easy and Moist Date Cake Recipe (Gluten-Free)

Strawberry Icebox Cake

Strawberry Icebox Cake.
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This strawberry icebox cake is an effortless, no-bake delight, ideal for summer preparation. It consists of layers of graham crackers, fresh strawberries, and gently sweetened whipped cream, offering a refreshing treat without cooking or baking.

Get the Recipe: Strawberry Icebox Cake

Easy Strawberry Cake Roll

Easy Strawberry Cake Roll.
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This Easy Strawberry Cake Roll may look elaborate, but it’s incredibly simple to prepare! It’s a delightful dessert for any spring or summer event and an economical option for entertaining a large group.

Get the Recipe: Easy Strawberry Cake Roll

Pineapple Vanilla Wafer Dessert

Pineapple Vanilla Wafer Dessert.
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Could anything be more delightful than a dreamy dessert crafted with whipped cream and crushed pineapple? The classic Pineapple Vanilla Wafer Dessert is sure to satisfy nearly any craving.

Get the Recipe: Pineapple Vanilla Wafer Dessert

Tomato Soup Cake

Tomato Soup Cake.
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Try the enchanting Tomato Soup Cake, a nod to a vintage 1950s recipe incorporating an entire can of soup. Don’t worry- you can’t taste the soup but it makes the cake airy, moist and adds a spice. 

Get the Recipe: Tomato Soup Cake

Vegan Ambrosia Salad

Vegan Ambrosia Salad.
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This simple Vegan Ambrosia Salad recipe offers a sweet, creamy twist on a Southern classic. This nostalgic fruit salad is a retro treat made gluten-free and allergy-friendly with dairy-free coconut whipped cream, sour cream, canned pineapple, mandarins, cherries, coconut, and mini marshmallows. It’s quick to customize or perfect for keeping it traditional, like grandma’s beloved 5-cup salad recipe.

Get the Recipe: Vegan Ambrosia Salad

Italian Tiramisu

Italian Tiramisu.
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Authentic Italian tiramisu is known for its creamy texture, achieved without using cream cheese or cream; instead, its main ingredients are eggs and mascarpone cheese.

Get the Recipe: Italian Tiramisu

5-Minute Chocolate Covered Peanuts Clusters 

5-Minute Chocolate Covered Peanuts Clusters (with Dark Chocolate).
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With just two ingredients, you can create the best Dark Chocolate-Covered Peanut Clusters in only five minutes of cooking time. They’re a perfect, yummy snack or even a great gift. 

Get the Recipe: 5-Minute Chocolate Covered Peanuts Clusters (with Dark Chocolate)

Blueberry Buckle

Blueberry Buckle.
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The blueberry buckle is a timeless classic for good reason: it’s a tender treat that’s simple to prepare, brimming with luscious blueberry flavor, and crowned with a sweet, buttery streusel.

Get the Recipe: Blueberry Buckle

Old Fashioned Gluten-Free Cherry Cobbler

Old Fashioned Gluten-Free Cherry Cobbler.
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This classic gluten-free cherry cobbler recipe features fresh, succulent cherries and a rich, buttery biscuit topping that dissolves delightfully in your mouth. It’s a timeless dessert that’s simple to prepare yet certain to dazzle any gathering. For the ultimate summer treat, serve it warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream!

Get the Recipe: Old Fashioned Gluten-Free Cherry Cobbler

Chocolate Mayonnaise Cake

Chocolate Mayonnaise Cake.
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This old-fashioned mayonnaise cake is a cherished comfort food from our childhood. It’s a rich, delicious, and truly decadent treat.

Get the Recipe: Chocolate Mayonnaise Cake

Chocolate Chip Cookie Pie With Graham Cracker Crust

Best Chocolate Chip Cookie Pie with Graham Cracker Crust.
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Searching for a dessert that’s sure to delight and simple to make? You’ve found it! Here’s the ultimate Chocolate Chip Cookie Pie with a Graham Cracker Crust recipe just for you!

Get the Recipe: Best Chocolate Chip Cookie Pie with Graham Cracker Crust

The Best All-American Chocolate Brownies

The BEST All-American Chocolate Brownies.
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My classic American brownie recipe is crafted with straightforward ingredients and easy techniques. Perfect for family events, after-school treats, or whenever you crave a rich chocolate indulgence!

Get the Recipe: The Best All-American Chocolate Brownies

Old-Fashioned Ritz Pie

Old-Fashioned Ritz Pie.
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With its crunchy, nutty filling encased in a light, sweet meringue, the old-fashioned Ritz Pie offers a simple yet delicious dessert option.

Get the Recipe: Old-Fashioned Ritz Pie

 

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