Desserts perfect for a bake sale make it easy to bring great food to the table without a lot of fuss. These recipes are flavorful, approachable, and ideal for everything from casual dinners to weekend gatherings. They’re the kind you’ll want to save and make again.

Apple Crisp Without Oats

Apple Crisp Without Oats. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

This easy apple crisp recipe skips the oats and delivers all the cozy flavor you love. Sliced apples are baked with cinnamon and topped with a buttery, crumbly streusel that’s rich and satisfying. It comes together in one dish and bakes in under an hour, making it a go-to dessert you’ll want to make again and again.
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Southern Banana Pudding

A white ramekin filled with banana pudding, vanilla wafers, and banana slices on a white plate—perfect for desserts or bake sale treats.
Southern Banana Pudding. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

If you’re craving classic Southern banana pudding, this homemade version is sure to win you over. Skip the boxed mixes. This from scratch pudding is smooth, creamy, and surprisingly simple to make. With layers of fresh bananas, vanilla wafers, and rich, velvety custard, it’s comfort food at its finest. Once you taste it, you won’t want to go back to store bought ever again.
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Double-Crust Apple Pie

Double-Crust Apple Pie. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

Double-Crust Apple Pie is a great addition to your recipe collection. Whether you’re hosting or just looking for something tasty to make, this one fits the bill perfectly.
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Easy Apple Strudel

A rectangular apple strudel with a golden-brown, lattice pastry crust is displayed on a white platter—one of the perfect bake sale desserts sure to impress any crowd.
Easy Apple Strudel. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

This easy apple strudel uses canned fruit and puff pastry to create a warm, flaky dessert that looks impressive but comes together in just about 30 minutes. It’s a simple way to serve something special without spending hours in the kitchen.
Get the Recipe: Easy Apple Strudel

Easy Brownies

Easy Brownies. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

These easy cocoa brownies are rich, fudgy, and come together in no time—no fancy chocolate required! Made with simple pantry staples, they’re perfect for when a brownie craving hits. Whether you like them gooey or a little chewy, this recipe is a keeper!
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Easy Fudge Pie Recipe

Easy Fudge Pie Recipe. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

Fudge pie is one of those desserts that’s hard to resist. It’s rich, chocolatey, and incredibly simple to make. This version uses cocoa powder, so there’s no need to chop or melt chocolate. Just whisk the ingredients, pour into a pie crust, and bake until set. Perfect for last-minute cravings or when you want an easy dessert that still feels special.
Get the Recipe: Easy Fudge Pie Recipe

Fried Apple Pies

Fried Apple Pies. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

These fried apple pies have a golden, crispy crust and a warm, sweet apple filling, made from a treasured family recipe that’s been loved for generations.
Get the Recipe: Fried Apple Pies

Lemon Cream

Lemon Cream. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

Lemon Cream is light, silky, and bursting with bright citrus flavor—perfect for a Valentine’s Day treat! It’s smooth and creamy with just the right balance of sweetness and tang. Serve it on its own, layer it with berries, or use it as a filling for something extra special!
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No Bake Oreo Balls

No Bake Oreo Balls. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

No bake Oreo balls are a simple treat made with crushed Oreos, cream cheese, and coated in white or dark chocolate. They’re easy to make and perfect for getting kids involved in the kitchen.
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One Layer Cake

One Layer Cake. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

This one-layer cake is simple, rich, and just the right size for any occasion. Soft and moist with a deep chocolate flavor, it’s topped with a creamy chocolate buttercream that takes it over the top. Perfect for when you want a homemade dessert without the fuss!
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Snickerdoodle Cookie Pie – Quick and Easy!. Photo credit: Southern Food and Fun.

Snickerdoodle Cookie Pie – Quick and Easy! is a great addition to your recipe collection. Whether you’re hosting or just looking for something tasty to make, this one fits the bill perfectly.
Get the Recipe: Snickerdoodle Cookie Pie – Quick and Easy!

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