These 20 desserts are why the oven’s always on

These desserts are why the oven’s always on, because they’re the ones people keep requesting and never seem to get tired of. This mix brings together favorites like Bourbon Pecan Pie for when you want something bold, Red Velvet Bundt Cake that always feels like a special occasion, and Small Batch Chocolate Chip Cookies for those times when you just want a few great treats without spending all day baking. These recipes are made for sharing, celebrating, and filling the kitchen with action. They’re easy to come back to, easy to love, and always worth turning on the oven.

Chocolate Fudge Cake

A partially eaten slice of chocolate cake with layers of frosting sits on a white plate. A fork with cake crumbs rests beside it.
Chocolate Fudge Cake. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

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Indulge in chocolate with this easy to make layered Chocolate Fudge Cake with chocolate frosting. Bake this cake in a sheet pan, then cut into slices and stack into layers with a decadent chocolate fudge icing in between each layer. Finally, cut this cake into irresistible slices of cake goodness.
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Fudge Cake

Oatmeal Crumbl Cookies

Cookies with white icing are on a cooling rack, with some uniced cookies and a spoon applying icing. A bowl of white icing is shown in the bottom right.
Crumbl Oatmeal Cookies. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Bake up these Oatmeal Copycat Crumbl Cookies for a soft, chewy treat. Drizzled with sweet icing, they’re a cozy snack for cookie lovers. Our favorite cinnamon recipe.
Get the Recipe: Oatmeal Crumbl Cookies

Lemon Lime Cream

Lemon lime cream pie in a white pie plate with blackberries on top.
Lemon Lime Cream. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Lemon Lime Cream pie, with its smooth texture and a hint of blackberries, brings a refreshing burst of flavor. It’s an easy dessert to make and a citrusy, delicious option perfect for any occasion.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Lime Cream

Bourbon Pecan Pie

A pecan pie with a slice removed, placed on a white plate. The pie is on a marble surface with a blue cloth nearby.
Bourbon Pecan Pie. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Bourbon Pecan Pie takes your taste buds to the next level. The rich, spicy bourbon adds a kick to the sweet and salty flavors. This showstopper will have your guests reaching for pie first.
Get the Recipe: Bourbon Pecan Pie

Red Velvet Bundt Cake

Red velvet bundt cake with cream cheese frosting.
Red Velvet Bundt Cake. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Dive into the rich, tender crumb of this Red Velvet Bundt Cake. Topped with cream cheese frosting, it’s a showstopping dessert that’s a must for holiday celebrations.
Get the Recipe: Red Velvet Bundt Cake

Lemon Cake Pie

A slice of lemon pie with raspberry sauce on a plate.
Lemon Sponge Pie. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Lemon Cake Pie is the ultimate dessert, combining the best of both cake and pie. The light, fluffy cake sits on a tangy lemon custard, a citrus lover’s perfect treat.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Cake Pie

Red Velvet Stuffed Cookies

Red velvet stuffed cookies on a white and red towel.
Red Velvet Stuffed Cookies. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

These beautiful Red Velvet Stuffed Cookies have a delightful surprise filling inside. Take one bite to reveal the colorful red velvet filling covered with a simple sugar cookie and pretty red, white, and pink sprinkles.
Get the Recipe: Red Velvet Stuffed Cookies

Butterscotch Pie

Slice of pie with creamy topping on a white plate, partially eaten, with a fork.
Butterscotch Pie with Meringue. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Butterscotch Meringue Pie is a blast from the past that’s rich, creamy, and topped with fluffy meringue. It’s so decadent, you might need a moment alone with your slice.
Get the Recipe: Butterscotch Pie

Pecan Thumbprint Cookies

A person is dipping a spoon into some thumbprint cookies with jam.
Pecan Thumbprint Cookies. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

These Pecan Thumbprint Cookies have a buttery brown sugar flavor and a jammy center. They’re bite-sized, melt-in-your-mouth, and perfect for cookie lovers. Everyone will agree this is a delicious nut-filled treat.
Get the Recipe: Pecan Thumbprint Cookies

Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies

A cooling rack with red velvet crinkle cookies.
Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Introducing Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies, renowned for their rich and fudgy texture that will leave you craving more. With their unmistakable pop of vibrant red and the delectable powdered sugar crackle top, these cookies are a feast for the eyes.
Get the Recipe: Red Velvet Crinkle Cookies

Graham Cracker Crust

A graham pie crust on a white plate with polka dots.
Graham Cracker Crust. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Save time with Graham Cracker Crust – a four-ingredient lifesaver for busy days. Its buttery goodness serves as the perfect base for any pie, making dessert preparation a breeze for any celebration.
Get the Recipe: Graham Cracker Crust

Apple Cupcakes with Maple Buttercream

Apple spice cupcakes in a muffin tin with frosting rosettes.
Apple Spice Cupcakes. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Say hello to these spiced Apple Cupcakes with Maple Buttercream. The cozy flavors of cinnamon, ginger, and cloves make this nostalgic recipe a must for fall. A delicious, easy dessert.
Get the Recipe: Apple Cupcakes with Maple Buttercream

Sugar Cookie Bars

Red, white and blue sugar cookies stacked on a white plate.
Sugar Cookie Bars. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Celebrate with these soft, chewy Sugar Cookie Bars for an easy and colorful dessert. We added a sweet, creamy frosting to these bars and topped them with colorful sprinkles.
Get the Recipe: Sugar Cookie Bars

Banana Caramel Cake

A banana cake with icing and nuts on a plate.
Banana Caramel Cake. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

This Banana Caramel Cake is as easy as it is delicious, starting with a boxed mix that tastes like a bakeshop special. Moist, flavorful, and topped with rich caramel, it’s a cozy dessert perfect for any night.
Get the Recipe: Banana Caramel Cake

Coconut Cupcakes with Coconut Buttercream Frosting

Frosted coconut cupcakes on a white board.
Coconut Cupcakes with Coconut Buttercream Frosting. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Calling all coconut enthusiasts. Prepare for a tropical delight: our irresistible Coconut Cupcakes crowned with luscious Coconut Buttercream Frosting. This dreamy dessert starts with a clever shortcut, a boxed cake mi,x but transforms into a moist, decadent cake masterpiece. Each bite is a fluffy, coconutty cloud that proves sometimes the simplest recipes yield the most heavenly results.
Get the Recipe: Coconut Cupcakes with Coconut Buttercream Frosting

Chocolate Beer Cake

A chocolate bundt cake on a plate with a slice taken out.
Chocolate Stout Beer Cake. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Chocolate and beer come together in this deliciously rich Beer Cake. The stout beer adds malty flavors, and the silky ganache glaze makes it the perfect treat for chocolate lovers.
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Beer Cake

Small Batch Chocolate Chip Cookies

Chocolate chip cookies with chocolate chips on a marble board.
Small Batch Chocolate Chip Cookies. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

There’s nothing quite like the aroma of freshly baked chocolate chip cookies filling your home. When you want a few chewy cookies to satisfy your cookie craving, try this Small Batch Chocolate Chip Cookie recipe.
Get the Recipe: Small Batch Chocolate Chip Cookies

Brownie Cake

A chocolate Bundt cake with chocolate glaze drizzled on top, surrounded by bowls of chocolate chips and a whisk on a white surface.
Chocolate Brownie Bundt Cake. Photo credit: Organically Addison.

This brownie cake is rich, decadent, and full of chocolate flavor, and it’s hands down one of the easiest cakes you’ll ever make. It uses simple pantry staples and comes together in about one hour from start to finish.
Get the Recipe: Brownie Cake

Cherry Pandowdy

A slice of cherry pandowdy served with whole cherries on a plate.
Cherry Pandowdy. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Cherry Pandowdy is the laid-back cousin of cherry pie. It’s easier to make and just as delicious. Sweet cherries underneath, crispy crust on top, what’s not to love?
Get the Recipe: Cherry Pandowdy

Apple Cranberry Galette

A pie with apples and cranberries on a wooden board.
Apple Cranberry Galette. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

This rustic beauty is always a favorite potluck dessert. A buttery crust hugs fresh apple slices and tart cranberries. No pie dish needed, it’s free-form and fabulous.
Get the Recipe: Apple Cranberry Galette

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