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Sweet Liberties: 44 American Desserts to Savor

AUGUST 01, 2023
DESSERTS
AMERICAN
Sweet Liberties: 44 American Desserts to Savor
From sea to shimmering sea, America is a country rich in topographical diversity – it is a land of endless flavors. This recipe collection brings you the best of American-made delights, offering a new take on traditional tastes and a thrilling exploration of dessert innovation. 44 American desserts that will make you want to step into your kitchen, whatever time of day. Borrowing from America's melting pot of cultures, our recipes playfully mix classic and unexpected ingredients. Expect the conventional apple pie to be beautifully reimagined, the Southern-style red velvet cake to get a daring twist, and new entries like avocado-chocolate mousse that are essentially trendsetters in the world of gastronomy. Each recipe tells a story, a tale of time-honored traditions, meticulous craftsmanship, and passionate devotion. This collection was crafted to prompt you to heed the call of your sweet tooth, experiment, and explore every region's special contribution to the culinary map. So, tie your aprons and prepare to dive mouth-first into the best that America has to offer in the world of desserts. Get ready to feel the unique delight of savoring a home-baked dessert, with its satiny textures, its sweetness that sings, and the joy it brings to your home. Because there's no taste quite like home.
Creme de la Crumb

Cinnamon Roll Dippers

An inside-out version of that cinnamon roll deliciousness you love without the fuss! You can dip them right in the glaze so you can get loads of cream cheesy frosting goodness on every single bite!
8
1,832
22
1 hr
TOTAL TIME
904
CALORIES
$0.97
PER SERVING
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Cinnamon Roll Dippers
Sweet A Shoney

Cookie dough bars no bake, keto, vegan

Cookie Dough Bars are delicious no-bake peanut butter chocolate chips bars made with only 5 wholesome ingredients. A healthy 100% keto, low-carb, sugar-free, gluten-free, and vegan bar ready in only 30 minutes to fix a sweet craving with no guilt.
36
50,988
1,643
30 min
TOTAL TIME
306
CALORIES
$0.57
PER SERVING
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Cookie dough bars no bake, keto, vegan
Low Carb with Jennifer

Keto Cheese Danishes

These Keto Cheese Danishes are a melt-in-your mouth pastry made from fathead dough! Perfect wit a cup of coffee and ready in only 30 minutes...you can't go wrong with this deliciously light, keto friendly danish!
5
9,417
302
30 min
TOTAL TIME
334
CALORIES
$1.20
PER SERVING
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Keto Cheese Danishes
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Fresh April Flours

Strawberry Lemonade Quick Bread

A simple quick bread loaded with strawberries and covered in a lemonade glaze. Perfect for summer!
8
4,119
44
882
CALORIES
$1.24
PER SERVING
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Strawberry Lemonade Quick Bread
Handle the Heat

Peanut Butter Chocolate Chunk Bars

Peanut Butter Chocolate Chunk Bars are ultra thick, chewy, gooey, and loaded with tons of sweet peanut butter and chocolate flavor!  Download my free cookie customization guide HERE
27
17,085
42
45 min
TOTAL TIME
472
CALORIES
$0.53
PER SERVING
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Peanut Butter Chocolate Chunk Bars
Half Baked Harvest

Blackberry Lavender Naked Cake with White Chocolate Buttercream

Every bite is layered with fresh berries, hints of lavender, and sweet vanilla cake. The perfect berry-filled cake for any and all occasions.
765
320.3k
4.8k
1 hr
TOTAL TIME
481
CALORIES
$1.08
PER SERVING
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Blackberry Lavender Naked Cake with White Chocolate Buttercream
Lifestyle of a Foodie

CRUMBL Snickerdoodle Cupcake Cookies

Snickerdoodle Cupcake Cookies CRUMBL Snickerdoodle cupcake cookies are the ultimate treat. They are easy to make and taste just the best snickerdoodle cookie topped with cream cheese frosting.
395
95,435
195
53 min
TOTAL TIME
622
CALORIES
$0.77
PER SERVING
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CRUMBL Snickerdoodle Cupcake Cookies
Deliciously Sprinkled

Baked Apple Cider Donut Holes

4
14,012
258
40 min
TOTAL TIME
80
CALORIES
$0.10
PER SERVING
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Baked Apple Cider Donut Holes
Cooklist AI

Heavenly Cinnamon Apple Delight

Satisfy your sweet cravings with this Heavenly Cinnamon Apple Delight. Tender slices of apples, coated in a rich blend of brown sugar and warm spices, baked to perfection—perfect as a dessert, over oatmeal, or as a topping for ice cream.
1
55 min
TOTAL TIME
291
CALORIES
$1.18
PER SERVING
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Heavenly Cinnamon Apple Delight
Mom Foodie

Baked Maple Donuts with Maple Glaze

Baked Maple Donuts which are also topped with a Maple Glaze. Perfect for fall.
16
11,277
35
25 min
TOTAL TIME
358
CALORIES
$0.59
PER SERVING
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Baked Maple Donuts with Maple Glaze
Cooklist AI

Raspberry Coconut Delight Cookies

Raspberry Coconut Delight Cookies are a delightful twist on a holiday favorite, featuring a tender coconut-flavored cookie base filled with vibrant raspberry jam. The perfect treat for any festive occasion.
4
29 min
TOTAL TIME
174
CALORIES
$0.27
PER SERVING
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Raspberry Coconut Delight Cookies
Indian Cuisine

Peanut Butter Banana Yogurt Popsicles Recipe

An easy, healthy and delicious pops made with peanut butter, yogurt, banana and honey.
8,195
3
10 min
TOTAL TIME
144
CALORIES
$0.41
PER SERVING
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Peanut Butter Banana Yogurt Popsicles Recipe
Cooklist AI

Cinna-Sugar Dream Puffs

Experience the delight of these irresistibly scrumptious Cinna-Sugar Dream Puffs! Infused with cinnamon throughout, these cream puffs feature a cinnamon-sugar topping and are filled with mouthwatering cinnamon whipped cream.
3
40 min
TOTAL TIME
182
CALORIES
$0.19
PER SERVING
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Cinna-Sugar Dream Puffs
Cooklist AI

Caramel Pecan Shortbread Squares

Indulge in these tempting Caramel Pecan Shortbread Squares that combine a buttery shortbread crust with a rich, nutty caramel topping. This easy-to-follow recipe promises a delightful treat in every bite!
4
54 min
TOTAL TIME
370
CALORIES
$0.59
PER SERVING
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Caramel Pecan Shortbread Squares
Cooklist AI

Cinnamon Delight Pudding Cobbler

Indulge in this warm and gooey Cinnamon Delight Pudding Cobbler, the perfect dessert for a cozy evening. With its cinnamony aroma and contrasting textures from the soft pudding and crunchy topping, it will become your go-to treat. It pairs beautifully with whipped cream or ice cream.
4
1 hr
TOTAL TIME
227
CALORIES
$0.23
PER SERVING
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Cinnamon Delight Pudding Cobbler
Cooklist AI

Citrus Celebration Orange Loaf with Orange Glaze

Indulge in the flavors of citrus season with this delectable orange loaf, accentuated with a fresh orange glaze for the ultimate moist and tender treat.
2
1 hr 5 min
TOTAL TIME
316
CALORIES
$0.39
PER SERVING
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Citrus Celebration Orange Loaf with Orange Glaze
Cooklist AI

Ultimate No-Bake Peanut Butter Oreo Pie

This Ultimate No-Bake Peanut Butter Oreo Pie offers an irresistible combination of a rich chocolate Oreo crust, a velvety smooth peanut butter cream cheese filling, and a decadent chocolate ganache topping. Perfect for any occasion, this dessert is sure to impress!
4
20 min
TOTAL TIME
1140
CALORIES
$1.78
PER SERVING
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Ultimate No-Bake Peanut Butter Oreo Pie
Cooklist AI

Fudgy Chocolate M&M Cookies

Delightful and ultra-rich fudgy chocolate M&M cookies that are perfect for any chocolate lover. Sink your teeth into these soft, thick treats!
2
27 min
TOTAL TIME
573
CALORIES
$1.03
PER SERVING
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Fudgy Chocolate M&M Cookies
Cooklist AI

Keto Cookies 'n Cream Fat Bombs

Enjoy a healthy low carb indulgence with these Keto Cookies 'n Cream Fat Bombs. Simple to make and requiring no baking, these paleo and gluten-free delights are perfect when you're in need of a small treat.
4
25 min
TOTAL TIME
299
CALORIES
$0.89
PER SERVING
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Keto Cookies 'n Cream Fat Bombs
Cooklist AI

Luscious Lime Pie Bars

Indulge in these delightful Lime Pie Bars, featuring a buttery graham cracker crust and a tangy cream cheese filling. This easy-to-follow recipe will make this classic dessert a hit at any gathering.
3
23 min
TOTAL TIME
456
CALORIES
$0.86
PER SERVING
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Luscious Lime Pie Bars
Cooklist AI

Homemade French Cruller Donuts

Recreate the classic French Cruller donuts from your favorite donut shop at home! These light, airy, and delicious donuts are yeast-free and ready to enjoy in under 30 minutes.
1
25 min
TOTAL TIME
224
CALORIES
$0.19
PER SERVING
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Homemade French Cruller Donuts
Cooklist AI

Sweet Raspberry Almond Thumbprint Shortbread Cookies

Delight your taste buds and impress your guests with these Sweet Raspberry Almond Thumbprint Shortbread Cookies. Perfect for holidays and special occasions, they're a scrumptious addition to any dessert table.
2
1 hr 10 min
TOTAL TIME
118
CALORIES
$0.10
PER SERVING
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Sweet Raspberry Almond Thumbprint Shortbread Cookies
Cooklist AI

Chilled Lemon Dream Pie

Experience the delightful flavors of lemon in our Chilled Lemon Dream Pie. This refreshing treat features a salty-sweet almond crust, a tangy citrus filling, and a luscious whipped cream topping to create the ultimate frozen lemon dessert.
3
6 hr 20 min
TOTAL TIME
425
CALORIES
$0.76
PER SERVING
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Chilled Lemon Dream Pie
Dance Around The Kitchen

Twinkie Cake

This layered Twinkie Cake starts with a yellow cake mix and is filled with a fluffy, creamy, not-too-sweet vanilla filling. Like the Twinkie you've grown up with, but better!
4
31,741
33
185
CALORIES
$0.18
PER SERVING
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Twinkie Cake
Cooklist AI

Cinnamon-Walnut Bliss Bites

Enjoy these mouthwatering Cinnamon-Walnut Bliss Bites, a scrumptious and easy-to-make cookie with a delightful hint of cinnamon and crunchy walnuts. Perfect for gatherings, these delicate cookies will have everyone asking for more.
4
27 min
TOTAL TIME
100
CALORIES
$0.11
PER SERVING
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Cinnamon-Walnut Bliss Bites
Cooklist AI

Choco-Peanut Butter Delights

A scrumptious Choco-Peanut Butter Delights recipe that combines soft peanut butter cookies and chocolate in every bite, making it an irresistible addition to any holiday treat platter.
4
30 min
TOTAL TIME
1986
CALORIES
$3.73
PER SERVING
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Choco-Peanut Butter Delights
Cooklist AI

Creamy Caramel Cheesecake Flan

Enjoy this luxurious Creamy Caramel Cheesecake Flan, combining a classic custard-style flan dessert with the rich and smooth flavors of cream cheese, topped off with a sumptuous caramel sauce. It's a perfect dessert for any occasion!
1
1 hr 20 min
TOTAL TIME
455
CALORIES
$0.83
PER SERVING
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Creamy Caramel Cheesecake Flan
Cooklist AI

Heavenly Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Squares

Indulge in the scrumptious taste of Heavenly Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Squares, the perfect blend of creamy, chocolaty goodness. It's a no-bake dessert that'll become an all-time favorite in your household!
1
4 hr 20 min
TOTAL TIME
462
CALORIES
$0.59
PER SERVING
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Heavenly Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Squares
The Live-In Kitchen

Nutmeg Ginger Apple Snaps

A large spiced apple cookie just like the ones in the movie Fantastic Mr. Fox
297
1,064
44
1 hr 5 min
TOTAL TIME
324
CALORIES
$0.38
PER SERVING
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Nutmeg Ginger Apple Snaps
Cooklist AI

Blissful Blueberry Oat Crumble

Indulge in the incredibly delightful flavors of this Blissful Blueberry Oat Crumble, featuring a sweet and juicy blueberry filling topped off with a crunchy, crumbly oat streusel. A perfect dessert choice to be served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream!
2
1 hr 15 min
TOTAL TIME
315
CALORIES
$1.02
PER SERVING
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Blissful Blueberry Oat Crumble
Cooklist AI

Decadent Chocolate Waffle Cake

Indulge in rich, chocolatey goodness with our Decadent Chocolate Waffle Cake - a delightful fusion of cake and waffle that's perfect for breakfast, dessert, or special moments. Easy to make with no fuss, just irresistible flavors!
1
22 min
TOTAL TIME
533
CALORIES
$0.48
PER SERVING
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Decadent Chocolate Waffle Cake
Cooklist AI

Crispy Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Wontons

Sink your teeth into these Crispy Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Wontons, a delightful fusion of dessert and Japanese cuisine. These scrumptious wontons feature a creamy cookie dough center, wrapped with a crunchy wonton shell, and topped off with a drizzle of chocolate and a dusting of powdered sugar....
2
42 min
TOTAL TIME
493
CALORIES
$0.81
PER SERVING
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Crispy Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Wontons
Cooklist AI

Soft and Sweet Cinnamon Pretzel Nuggets

These Soft and Sweet Cinnamon Pretzel Nuggets are mouthwatering dessert bites made of soft, buttery pretzel dough coated with a luscious cinnamon-sugar mix. Perfect for anyone with a sweet tooth!
2
1 hr 27 min
TOTAL TIME
243
CALORIES
$0.18
PER SERVING
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Soft and Sweet Cinnamon Pretzel Nuggets
Cooklist AI

Cherry Almond Delight

A moist, light cake full of almond flavor with a cherry surprise on top. This easy-to-make cake is perfect for all occasions and is sure to become one of your favorites. Treat yourself to an indulgent slice!
1
50 min
TOTAL TIME
298
CALORIES
$0.51
PER SERVING
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Cherry Almond Delight
Cooklist AI

Heavenly Cinnamon Sugar Puffs

Indulge in these irresistible cinnamon sugar puffs, a delightful fusion of donut and muffin flavors packed into a convenient bite-sized treat. Soft, tender, and heavenly delicious, you won't be able to stop at just one.
2
40 min
TOTAL TIME
544
CALORIES
$0.41
PER SERVING
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Heavenly Cinnamon Sugar Puffs
The Conscious Plant Kitchen

No-bake vegan millionaire shortbread

A healthier version of the classic millionaire bars 100% refined sugar free, gluten free and dairy free
33
16,495
264
35 min
TOTAL TIME
366
CALORIES
$0.77
PER SERVING
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No-bake vegan millionaire shortbread
Cooklist AI

Caramel Dream Ritz Cake

Caramel Dream Ritz Cake is a delicious no-bake icebox cake that combines layers of salty Ritz crackers, smooth caramel, and velvety cream cheese filling. It's an ideal dessert to enjoy on warm, sunny days.
1
12 hr 30 min
TOTAL TIME
538
CALORIES
$0.94
PER SERVING
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Caramel Dream Ritz Cake
Cooklist AI

Irresistible Coconut Cream Bliss

Indulge in a dreamy Coconut Cream Bliss, a one-pan dessert perfect for satisfying your cravings. Its light and creamy texture, combined with the richness of coconut, makes it an irresistible treat that's easy to prepare and ideal for sharing with friends and family.
4
1 hr 35 min
TOTAL TIME
769
CALORIES
$1.10
PER SERVING
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Irresistible Coconut Cream Bliss
Creme de la Crumb

Apple Crisp Stuffed Baked Apples

All of the sweet and caramely goodness of a traditional apple crisp, stuffed and baked inside fresh Autumn apples with the best crumble topping. Top it off with vanilla ice cream and caramel sauce for an incredible fall treat everyone will go crazy for!
6
2,967
247
30 min
TOTAL TIME
593
CALORIES
$1.68
PER SERVING
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Apple Crisp Stuffed Baked Apples
Cooklist AI

Nutty Legume Cookies

Discover the delightful combination of peanut butter and chickpeas in these delicious vegan Nutty Legume Cookies. Soft, chewy, and loaded with flavor, these cookies make for a perfect snack or dessert.
1
42 min
TOTAL TIME
144
CALORIES
$0.29
PER SERVING
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Nutty Legume Cookies
Cooklist AI

Luscious Blueberry Cheesecake Bites

Treat your taste buds to these scrumptious blueberry cheesecake bites that make a perfectly delightful snack or breakfast option while still feeling like an indulgence.
2
6 min
TOTAL TIME
129
CALORIES
$0.40
PER SERVING
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Luscious Blueberry Cheesecake Bites
Cooklist AI

Luscious Lemon Almond Bliss Cake

Indulge in this delightfully light and soft Luscious Lemon Almond Bliss Cake that marries the zesty brightness of lemon with the rich allure of almond. This easy-to-follow recipe guarantees a scrumptious cake that you will fall in love with, just like we did. Enjoy!
2
1 hr 5 min
TOTAL TIME
198
CALORIES
$0.32
PER SERVING
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Luscious Lemon Almond Bliss Cake
Cooklist AI

Caramel Delight Stuffed Apples

Treat yourself with these delightful Caramel Delight Stuffed Apples, loaded with a scrumptious cinnamon-spiced oat filling. Perfect for breakfast or as a fall dessert, it's easy to make, and your taste buds will thank you!
1
1 hr 10 min
TOTAL TIME
696
CALORIES
$1.38
PER SERVING
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Caramel Delight Stuffed Apples