Fix it and forget ituntil it’s time for dessert!
without adding to your dinnertime workload.
Lavender-Honey Lemon Tart
This make-ahead pie feels elevated but is not one bit fussy.
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Fill the crust with the curd, then refrigerate for 4 hours or until set.
Lemon Poppy Seed Dump Cake
Mix, dump, set, and forget.
That’s all it takes to add thisslow cooker dessertto your menu!
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Salted Almond Praline Tart
Luscious cheesecakemeets pecan tart in this uber-creamy and irresistible treat.
The unique make-ahead tart features a cinnamon-almond crust filled with cream cheese and white chocolate.
Crumb-Topped Apple Slab Pie
This streusel-toppedmake-ahead apple pieis easily one of our most popular dessert recipes ever.
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Their firm texture holds up better than sweet apples, and they get sweeter as they bake.
When you’re ready, simply thaw them for a few hours, frost, and feast!
Raspberry liqueur, a white chocolate topping, and mild mascarpone cheese add elegance to themake-ahead pie.
Build it and let it chill up to a day ahead.
Grown-Up S’mores Torte
Toasted marshmallows meet frosty ice cream in this better-than-scoop-shop make-ahead treat.
Dulce de leche and coffee ice cream paired with marshmallow creme update theclassic dessert.
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Finish the party-worthypound cakewith an easy powdered sugar drizzle.
Peppermint Cream Tart in a Chocolate Crust
We’re deeming this one a peppermint dream pie.
Silky chocolate ganache envelops a gorgeousred velvet cakewith layers of mascarpone and vanilla bean filling.
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Can you guess the secret shortcut ingredient?
Okay, we’ll spill: It’s a boxed white cake mix.
But the results aresoooworth all that peeling and slicing.
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Cool the make-ahead apple pie completely before drizzling with powdered sugar icing.
Hot fudge sauce and chopped nuts make tasty toppers.
Chocolate Chess Pie
Kelsey Hansen
This make-aheadchocolate pie recipegets even better the next day.
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As one reviewer shared, “This was delicious.
I recommend eating the day after making it.
This gives the chance for the flavors to really blend.”
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To create the adorable polka dots, scoop small balls of chocolate and strawberry ice cream.
Place them in softened vanilla ice cream and freeze until firm.
Just before serving, top the pie with fresh blackberries and strips of lemon peel.
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When you’re ready to serve, add the meringue and toast until golden brown on top.
Million Dollar Pie
Rachel Marek.
Top the refrigerator pie with toasted coconut and maraschino cherries.
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Showcase the sweetness of the berries with as simple glaze and piles of fluffyhomemade whipped cream.
Key Lime Tart
Key limes are small and thinned skin.
The juice is slightly sweeter than a traditional lime.
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Top the finished tart with fluffy whipped cream and fresh lime slices.
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