Our Best New Dessert Recipes of 2021

Ricotta cheese gives this cake a light and fluffy texture. "Definitely plan to make this one again soon!" says reviewer Gail Kolonkowski. 

Two iconic desserts combine in this cannoli-inspired cheesecake. "My Sicilian Grandmothers would have loved this cheesecake!" raves reviewer Cookin' With Lukie >^..^<. 

"This mousse served in shot glasses is perfect for when you're craving something sweet but just want a small portion," says recipe creator and Allrecipes Allstar Yoly. This 10-minute dessert uses ingredients you likely have on hand. 

Allrecipes' own Darcy Lenz gives a major upgrade to this classic dessert. The secret? The right ratio of bread to custard base. 

This fuss-free take on strawberry shortcake skips the berry-biscuit stacks and instead makes one giant skillet biscuit cake topped with strawberries and whipped cream. 

A salty, buttery streusel takes traditional pumpkin muffins over the top. "​​The muffins were moist and the topping really made them stand out!" says reviewer CARMEN. 

No stirring or mixing here — this super simple cobbler is as easy as they come. "My kind of recipe," says reviewer Brenda Davidson. "Few ingredients, quick and easy to make."

What's not to love about the combination of lemon and blueberry? These buttery blondie bars feature the classic flavor pairing along with a delicious lemon glaze. 

Don't knock it till you try it. Pumpkin spice fanatics will want to make these pumpkin cheesecake-filled "enchiladas" fried to crispy perfection in the air fryer. Think of it as pumpkin cheesecake crossed with crispy churros! 

Recipe creator Marianne says, "For this apple cake you need to cut the apples like a fan not only for looks — this little trick makes the cake especially moist." 

Why didn't we think of this sooner? Apple butter imparts subtle apple flavor to this classic cookie. 

Boxed cake mix is dressed up with pecans, flaked coconut, coconut pudding mix, coconut-flavored rum, and finished with a coconut-rum glaze. "I usually reject cakes made from a box, but decided to try this and was so glad I did!" says reviewer Sharlene. "This cake is absolutely delicious! I had to stop myself before I ate the whole cake."

Sour cream adds moisture and tang to these cake-like cookies. They make a great base for whoopie pies, as recipe creator Jill Lightner suggests. 

This easy apple dessert bakes in a 9x13-inch baking dish in just 40 minutes. Serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped topping. 

Using your air fryer — as well all shortcut ingredients like prepared pie dough and pie filling — makes baking these impressive hand pies deceptively easy. 

Traditional pound cake gets a boost from creamy ricotta, fresh citrus, and a bright lemon-lime icing. Reviewer Lisa Pzderec says, "Tons of compliments!! I will continue to make this cake for every special occasion."

Layers of coffee ice cream, fudge, and a coffee liqueur whipped cream make this caffeinated pie hard to resist. Chopped espresso beans add texture, and the homemade chocolate cookie crust rounds it out. 

Recipe creator and Allrecipes Allstar Kim describes this dessert as, "A lightly sweetened, chocolatey, baked dessert that's somewhere between a clafouti, a baked custard, and a Dutch baby." Serve immediately or make ahead and allow to cool completely. 

Marble cake is one of the most popular birthday cakes in Germany, according to recipe creator vewhol. The combination of chocolate and vanilla means this cake is sure to please a variety of tastes. 

Learn how to make NicoleMcmom's simple ice cream cake — it's perfect for birthdays (and less expensive than store-bought versions). Each slice features layers of cake, crunchy cookies, ice cream, and a buttery icing.