These Retro Desserts Deserve Your Full Attention

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If you thought you could scroll past this without getting hungry, think again. We’ve got Easy Strawberry Turnovers (Puff Pastry) that flake like your gym buddy, Slow Cooker Caramel Cake that basically makes itself (no effort required, just a spoon at the ready), and Apple Pie Bread Pudding that tastes like a warm hug from your Southern grandma. Feeling fancy? Crème Brûlée is here to make you feel like a pro with nothing more than a spoon tap. And for the chocolate-obsessed, Chocolate Tiramisu is ready to sweep you off your feet. You might as well grab a napkin now—things are about to get deliciously messy.

Easy Strawberry Turnovers (Puff Pastry)

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Flaky strawberry cream cheese turnovers displayed on a white plate, emphasizing their appetizing appearance and texture.
Image Credit: Kylee Cooks

Delight your guests with these beautiful and delicious Strawberry Turnovers! Golden, flaky puff pastry encases a sweet homemade strawberry filling, creating a delightful treat for breakfast or brunch. A delicate vanilla glaze adds the perfect finishing touch.

To learn more: Easy Strawberry Turnovers (Puff Pastry)

Easy Pumpkin Cheesecake Mousse (with Cool Whip)

Smooth pumpkin cheesecake mousse in stylish glass cups, garnished with a hint of spice for a festive touch.
Image Credit: The Savory Cipolla

Imagine a cloud of creamy, pumpkin-spiced cheesecake, light and airy yet intensely flavorful. This no-bake Pumpkin Cheesecake Mousse delivers just that—a decadent dessert that’s surprisingly easy to make. Perfect for your next holiday event, it captures the essence of fall in every bite.

To learn more: Easy Pumpkin Cheesecake Mousse (with Cool Whip)

Lemon Sugar Dessert Crepes

Two lemon crepes elegantly arranged on a plate, accompanied by two vibrant lemons, highlighting a refreshing culinary treat.
Image Credit: Julia’s Album

Imagine delicate, paper-thin crepes, infused with the bright, zesty flavor of fresh lemon and a touch of sweetness. These Lemon Sugar Dessert Crepes are a testament to the beauty of simple ingredients, perfectly executed. A classic French dessert, made from scratch.

To learn more: Lemon Sugar Dessert Crepes

Slow Cooker Caramel Cake

A delectable slice of orange cake adorned with a generous scoop of ice cream, served on a decorative plate.
Image Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker

Slow Cooker Caramel Cake: Simple, delicious, and surprisingly easy. A box cake mix transformed with the magic of caramel.

To learn more: Slow Cooker Caramel Cake

Chocolate Chip Cookies

Freshly baked chocolate chip cookies, generously covered in chocolate sauce and finished with a touch of sea salt.
Image Credit: Love And Lemons

These Chocolate Chip Cookies are surprisingly easy to make, yet incredibly delicious! Achieving the perfect soft and chewy texture and packed with melty chocolate chips, this recipe requires only basic ingredients and equipment—no stand mixer necessary.

To learn more: Chocolate Chip Cookies

Black Bottom Oatmeal Pie

A slice of chocolate pecan pie elegantly presented on a white plate, showcasing its rich filling and nutty topping.
Image Credit: Xoxo Bella

Indulge in a dessert masterpiece! This Black Bottom Oatmeal Pie offers a captivating combination of textures and flavors: a buttery, flaky crust, a spiced oatmeal filling with a gooey caramel-like consistency, and a rich, velvety chocolate ganache base that provides a delightful bittersweet contrast.

To learn more: Black Bottom Oatmeal Pie

Strawberry Jello Pie

 A delicious slice of strawberry pie adorned with fluffy whipped cream, highlighting the fresh strawberries within.
Image Credit: The Cookie Rookie

Delight your taste buds with this refreshingly simple Strawberry Jello Pie by The Cookie Rookie! Made with fresh strawberries, this vibrant dessert is bursting with flavor and incredibly easy to make. Perfect for spring and summer gatherings, or as a beautiful addition to your Easter table.

To learn more: Strawberry Jello Pie

Crème Brûlée

Two servings of crème brûlée adorned with ripe raspberries, offering a visually appealing and delicious dessert option.
Image Credit: Cooking Classy

Experience the sublime elegance of Crème Brûlée! This classic dessert, crafted with just a few simple yet luxurious ingredients—heavy cream, sugar, egg yolks, and vanilla bean—is a testament to the power of masterful technique.

To learn more: Crème Brûlée

Chocolate Tiramisu

A slice of cake topped with rich chocolate, showcasing a delectable dessert ready to be enjoyed.
Image Credit: Xoxo Bella

Indulge in a chocolate lover’s dream! This Chocolate Tiramisu puts a decadent spin on the classic Italian dessert, making chocolate the star of the show. Ladyfingers soaked in chocolate milk and layers of rich chocolate mascarpone cream create an irresistible treat.

To learn more: Chocolate Tiramisu

Apple Pie Bread Pudding

A warm serving of apple bread pudding topped with a scoop of creamy ice cream, garnished with a sprinkle of cinnamon.
Image Credit: Will Cooks For Smiles

Prepare for an apple pie revelation! This Apple Pie Bread Pudding surpasses the classic apple pie in both comfort and flavor. Made with a simple homemade apple pie filling, this warm bread pudding is the perfect dessert, especially when served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

To learn more: Apple Pie Bread Pudding

About Jenny deRemer

I am a Charleston, South Carolina-based culinary novice, an ardent authority on all things travel, a designer by trade, and the creator of Not Entirely Average. I have a weakness for farmers' markets, delight in adventures way off the beaten path, enjoy documenting my many moods through photography, and have been known to conquer the occasional yard sale with gusto!

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