Desserts in Minutes Week

Thought it would be fun to share some quick and easy dessert recipes. Desserts that can be served up in minutes and looked like you fussed but didn't!







Yogurt Berry Pies



1 carton (8 ounces) mixed berry yogurt or flavor of your choice

2 cups whipped topping

1 package (6 count) individual graham cracker tart shells

Blueberries and raspberries



In a bowl, stir the yogurt and whipped topping until combined. Spoon into tart shells. Cover and freeze for 20 minutes. Top with berries. Makes 6 servings.

Berry Pineapple Parfaits



3 cups whole fresh strawberries

3-4 Tablespoons sugar

12 scoops vanilla ice cream

1 can (8 ounce) crushed pineapple

Whipped topping





Reserve six strawberries for garnish. Slice the remaining strawberries and toss with sugar; let stand for 10 minutes. Spoon half the sliced strawberries into six parfait glasses. Top with half the ice cream and half the pineapple. Repeat layers. Top with whipped topping and reserved strawberries. Makes 6 servings.

Chocolate Marshmallow Squares





8 whole graham crackers (about 5" x 2-1/2")

1 cup miniature marshmallows

1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips

2 Tablespoons carmel or butterscotch ice cream topping





Place whole graham crackers 1" apart on a baking sheet. Top each cracker with marshmallows and chocolate chips. Drizzle with ice cream topping. Bake at 350 degrees for 5-7 minutes or until the marshmallows are puffed and the chips are slightly melted. Cool for 2-3 minutes before serving. Makes 4 servings.

Easy Boston Cream Cake





1-1/2 cups cold half-and half cream

1 package (3.4 ounces) instant vanilla pudding mix

1 loaf (10-3/4 ounces) frozen pound cake, thawed

3/4 cups confectioners' sugar

2 Tablespoons baking cocoa

4-5 teaspoons hot water



In a bowl, whisk together cream and pudding mix; let stand for 5 minutes. Split cake into three horizontial layers. Place bottom layer on a serving plate; top with half the pudding mix. Repeat layers. Top with third cake layer. In a small bowl, combine the confectioners' sugar, cocoa and enough water to reach a spreading consistency. Spread over top of cake, letting glaze drizzle down sides. Makes 4 - 6 servings.

Raspberry Mallow Pie





35 large marshmallows

1/2 cup milk

1 package (10 ounces) sweetened frozen raspberries, undrained

1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed

1 graham cracker crist (9 inches)





In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine marshmallows and milk. Cook on high for 1-2 minutes; stir until smooth. Stir in raspberries. Fold in the whipped topping. Pour into crust. Refrigerate or freeze. Makes 6-8 servings.

Peachy Fruit Dip





1 can (15-1/4 ounces) sliced or halved peaches, drained

1/2 cup marshmallow creme

1 package (3 ounces) cream cheese, cubed

1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Assorted fresh fruit



In a blender or food processor, combine the peaches, marshmallow creme, cream cheese and nutmeg. Cover and blend until smooth. Serve with fresh fruit. Makes 1-3/4 cups

Found this recipe on a craft website...looks good but the recipe doesn't say what size can of pineapple, [img]images/smiley_icons/confused.gif[/img] has anyone tried it and know is it a large or small can of pineapple and what size pan?





Cherry Coke Salad





2 packages Cherry Jello

1 jar Maraschino cherries

1 (8 ounce) cream cheese

1/2 cup nuts, chopped

1 can crushed pineapple

1 can Coke





Drain fruits and heat juices - dissolve jello in this liquid. Cream cheese; add fruits and nuts and Coke to jello. Chill and cut into squares.

<font size="3"><font color="limegreen">This one is quick, simple, &amp; a cool treat on a hot summer day! [img]images/smiley_icons/oh yes.gif[/img] [img]images/smiley_icons/oh yes.gif[/img] Kids can make this dessert with very little if any help from you. Everyone loves it &amp; asks for it often. [img]images/smiley_icons/smile.gif[/img]

Angels &amp; Smiles~~~ Paula [img]images/smiley_icons/cloud9.gif[/img] </font></font>





<font size="3"><font color="deeppink">Too Hot To Bake Cake

8 single twinkies

1 lg. box of InstantChocolate Pudding mix

2 cups milk

1 small bowl of frozen whipped topping (8 oz.)

1/2 cup crushed pecans or walnuts (optional)

Chocolate chips or chocolate curls for garnish



Slice twinkies lenghthwise and place cut-side down in a 9&quot;x13&quot; pan. Mix pudding and milk by pkg. directions, then pour over twinkies before the pudding sets up. Sprinkle nuts over pudding. Chill till pudding thickens(about 5minutes). When pudding has thickened, spread whipped topping over pudding and nuts. Garnish with mini-semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips or chocolate curls and serve.</font></font>

<font size="3"><font color="deeppink">You have to wait about an hour to eat this one, but ohhhh is it ever worth the wait! [img]images/smiley_icons/oh yes.gif[/img] [img]images/smiley_icons/oh yes.gif[/img] [img]images/smiley_icons/smile.gif[/img]

Angels &amp; Smiles~~~ Paula [img]images/smiley_icons/cloud9.gif[/img]</font>



<font color="blue">Peanut Butter Pie

8 oz. cream cheese

8 oz. whipped topping

1 cup powdered sugar

1/2 cup peanut butter

1/2 cup milk

1 graham cracker crust



Beat cream cheese and powdered sugar together. Stir in whipped topping. Add peanut butter and milk, mix together. Pour into crust. Put in the freezer for an hour, then store in the fridge. </font> </font>

<font size="3"><font color="limegreen">Quick &amp; E-Z Key Lime Pie

1 (9 inch) prepared graham cracker crust

1 can (14 oz.) Sweetened Condensed Milk

1/2 cup (about 3 med. limes) fresh lime juice

1 teaspoon grated lime peel

2 cups frozen whipped topping, thawed

6 thin lime slices (optional)



BEAT sweetened condensed milk and lime juice in a small mixing bowl until combined; stir in lime peel. Pour into crust; spread with whipped topping. Refrigerate for 2 hours or until set. </font>



<font color="blue">This tastes great on a very hot day! I hope you'll enjoy it.

Angels &amp; Smiles~~~ Paula [img]images/smiley_icons/flowers.gif[/img]

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