This assortment of 15 straightforward 6-ingredient desserts proves that among the perfect desserts come along with only a handful of components. From basic shortbread and creamy pies to wealthy no-bake favorites and spectacular bakery-style treats, these recipes are easy, dependable, and all the time crowd-pleasing.

You don’t all the time want an extended grocery listing or sophisticated steps to create a memorable do-it-yourself dessert.

My staff and I gathered a number of of our most-loved 6-ingredient dessert recipes and embody them beneath.

These are recipes we make time and again as a result of they’re approachable, reliable, and persistently beloved by readers, buddies, and household alike. (Lots of the desserts on this assortment are longtime reader favorites with glowing opinions!)

Take these no-bake chocolate peanut butter bars, for instance. They’ve been some of the in style recipes on my web site since 2013! The identical goes for traditional rice krispie treats, which by no means final lengthy round right here.

And whereas desserts like pavlova and crème brûlée could appear fancy or intimidating, they surprisingly require only a few components. With a little bit consideration to element and clear directions, each are completely achievable at residence.

Pavlova pairs completely with my straightforward 3-ingredient do-it-yourself whipped cream and 5-ingredient lemon curd.

Which of those 6-ingredient desserts will you strive?

15 Simple 6-Ingredient Desserts

Cookies & Cream Pie

This cookies & cream pie is generally no-bake, units up within the fridge, and tastes just like the filling of an Oreo!

Shortbread Cookies

You can also make buttery shortbread wedge cookies utilizing this easy but flavorful dough, and there’s no chilling required because the cookies bake in spherical cake pans.

Upside Down Key Lime Pie

This can be a enjoyable one! Baked and served in particular person ramekins, this custardy key lime filling packs a giant taste punch.

Household-Favourite Rice Krispie Treats

The addition of a little bit additional butter and marshmallow, plus a splash of vanilla extract and a pinch of salt, makes my family-favorite rice krispie treats recipe a lower above the remainder.

Chocolate Swirl Pistachio Ice Cream

This do-it-yourself no-churn ice cream recipe pairs decadent chocolate ganache with a creamy, salty-sweet pistachio ice cream base, and it doesn’t require an ice cream maker.

No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars

These no-bake chocolate peanut butter bars are extremely decadent, easy to make, and style just like the within of a Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup.

Coconut Macaroons (GF & DF)

Everybody loves do-it-yourself coconut macaroons which are candy, moist, and chewy on the within with a delightfully crisp exterior. No dough chilling required!

Simple Crème Brûlée

Flecked with espresso and vanilla, you solely want a couple of easy components to take advantage of flavorful and creamy crème brûlée. Prep is fast, as they’re able to bake in solely quarter-hour.

Peanut Butter Ice Cream Pie

My peanut butter ice cream pie combines a no-bake Oreo cookie crust, additional creamy peanut butter ice cream filling, swirls of peanut butter, and loads of Reese’s Items.

Oreo Balls (Truffles)

Oreo balls are a simple-ingredient, no-bake deal with everybody loves! Select common, golden, mint, or one other taste of Oreo cookies, and white or darkish chocolate for coating these straightforward Oreo truffles.

Pavlova (GF)

Pavlova is crisp on the sides, chewy on prime, and marshmallow delicate and creamy within the facilities. Pile excessive with lemon curd, whipped cream, and recent fruit for a beautiful of entirety.

Chocolate-Lined Date & Almond Truffles

These chocolate-covered date and almond truffles are made shortly and simply from only a few entire, pure components… however nonetheless style completely indulgent. They’re an important make-ahead deal with, too.

Simple Baked Apples

Like individually portioned apple crisp, this dessert is nice for a small household and also you simply can halve or double the recipe as wanted.

Creamy Lemon Pie

If you happen to go for a basic graham cracker crust (in lieu of the almond graham cracker crust within the written recipe), you’ll solely want 6 easy components to make this deliciously cool and creamy lemon pie.

Home made Chocolate Mousse

This straightforward, creamy dessert is easy, wealthy, made with actual chocolate, and excellent for any event.

Angel Meals Cake

I wouldn’t contemplate this recipe “straightforward,” however it’s very simple and requires simply 6 components. Thorough directions will assist information you alongside!