Sweet Showdown: Favorite Desserts - Pie, Cookies, or Cake!

Dessert is always a great way to end a meal, and these pie, cookie, and cake recipes make it easy to enjoy something sweet. Whether you’re craving a classic favorite or something a bit different, these treats are perfect for any occasion. From casual get-togethers to special celebrations, there’s always a reason to bake something delicious.

Apple Cupcakes with Maple Buttercream

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

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Say hello to these Apple Cupcakes with Maple Buttercream! The warm spices of cinnamon, ginger, and cloves give this recipe a perfect fall flavor. It’s a simple, delicious dessert you’ll love!
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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. Topped with sweet icing, they make the perfect cozy snack for any cookie lover. Our go-to cinnamon recipe!
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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 brings the party to your taste buds. The warm, spicy bourbon kicks the sweet and salty flavors up a notch. Guests may want pie first when they see this beauty!
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Red Velvet Bundt Cake

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.
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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!
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Butterscotch Pie

A pie is sitting on a plate with whipped cream. — Butterscotch Pie. 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!
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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.
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Chai Shortbread Cookies

These Chai Shortbread Cookies have the delicious chai flavor of black tea, cardamom, cinnamon, and ginger baked right into a tender cookie.
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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!
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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.
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Dark Chocolate Chip Cookies

A stack of four chocolate cookies with chocolate chips, placed on a white plate, with more cookies and a glass of milk in the background. — Dark Chocolate Chip Cookies. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Are you a chocolate lover? This easy Dark Chocolate Cookies recipe is full of rich dark chocolate and semi-sweet chocolate chips in every bite. These cookies are the ultimate chocolate treat.
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Cherry Pandowdy

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?
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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 chocolaty! It is hands down the easiest cake ever. This recipe is made with pantry staples and takes only one hour.
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Chewy Lemon Iced Cookies

Lemon cookies with icing on a plate. — Chewy Lemon Cookies. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Bake a batch of these Chewy Iced Lemon cookies that have a bold taste of fresh lemon in a soft buttery sugar cookie. A delicious recipe for the lemon lover.
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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 superhero of desserts, rocking both cake and pie powers. Light, fluffy cake floats on tangy lemon custard. It’s a citrus lover’s dream come true!
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Mandarin Orange Bundt Cake

Refresh your palate with this Mandarin Orange Cake featuring canned mandarins. A citrusy dessert topped with a sweet orange drizzle icing, ensuring a slice of pure delight for a festive and flavorful experience.
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Lemon Shortbreads

Lemon cookies on a wire rack. — Lemon Shortbreads. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

For those who adore citrus, this Easy Lemon Shortbread Cookie recipe is a must-try. Infused with zesty lemon and featuring a delightful crunch from yellow sanding sugar, these buttery cookies are a refreshing treat. Enjoy them as a quick snack or a bright addition to any dessert spread.
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Cherry Hand Pies

Two golden-brown, flaky baked hand pies are on a white plate, with their tasty filling slightly visible through small slits on top. — Sweet Cherry Handpies. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Sweet Cherry Hand Pies are like portable pockets of joy. No utensils are required for these flaky, fruity bites. They’re the ultimate grab-and-go dessert!
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