Daily Indulgence: April 2016

With a cool, creamy texture and bright, tart flavor,  this easy no-bake icebox cake is definitely a winner. With only eight ingredients, fans of pink lemonade everywhere can rejoice at this easy and simple spring dessert. 

The gluten-free quinoa and almond crust is the perfect crisp accompaniment to the creamy filling and luscious strawberry topping on this gorgeous tart. 

Adding fresh lemon juice, lavender sprigs, and handful of fresh raspberries to this white wine and cognac punch makes for a refreshingly light and sweet springtime cocktail. 

This gorgeous vanilla layer cake is polished off with an incredible buttercream frosting. To easily stack layers and frost this cake, using a cake board to set the layers on and a rotating cake stand to help with the frosting.

Enjoy a great pick-me-up with a home brewed coffee cocktail that tastes like a barista made it especially for you. Spiked with hazelnut liqueur and topped with a homemade vanilla whipped cream, this coffee cocktail takes the term  "coffee break" to the next level. 

Dessert meets cocktail: Bourbon-y spiced carrot gelatin delivers familiar warming flavors, and creamy vermouth is absolutely the "frosting" on the cake.

One of our editors' favorite coffee cake recipes deserves a sterling spot at the head of the brunch table. The soft blueberries and crumbly topping make this breakfast cake a delicious way to start the day. 

These cute lemon cupcakes with their soft, velvety buttercream frosting are a winning dessert. Serve these at the next outdoor picnic or party and watch guests fall in love with them one by one.

Fruit adds sweetness to this refreshing drink. If you wish, substitute raspberries for the strawberries, or drop in a sprig of lemon verbena to boost the aromatic citrus. If you're looking to add healthier beverages to your diet, look no further.

This easy sheet cake is rich enough for adults to enjoy after dinner with coffee, yet just sweet enough to be a treat for children, too. Slice and serve this cake at your next outdoor gathering for an incredible dessert to remember. 

These bright green baked goods will give you all the delight of a doughnut without any of the regret afterwards. Baking makes these vegan doughnuts delicate and soft without excess oil and the matcha has a range of health benefits. 

Say good-bye to store bought peanut butter cups, and say hello to these no bake chocolate covered bites. It doesn't get much simpler than 4-ingredients, most of which you already have in your pantry.

Raving 5-star reviews have proven this cake to be truly our best-ever carrot cake recipe. Make this classic favorite for a crowd and you might not have any leftovers to bring home!  

You don't need to bake a whole batch of cookies to get a taste of the good stuff, and you don't have to risk eating raw eggs either. This egg-less, personal-sized batch of chocolate chip cookie dough is just enough to satisfy any cookie dough craving that comes along. 

Two ingredients plus craft sticks are all you need to make these pie-on-the-go treats. The Nutella melts as the mini pies cook, so let them cool before tasting.

Homemade butterscotch gives this milkshake a truly decadent quality. For lovers of sweet and salty combinations, this dessert is the perfect match. 

Reap the benefits of both dairy and blueberries with these 3-ingredient, low-calorie frozen pops. Yogurt and milk offer calcium and vitamin D while blueberries are high in antioxidants and phytonutrients.

As the most requested recipe in Southern Living history, the Hummingbird Cake is a staple for southern flair and charm. We decided to put our own spin on the iconic dessert by shaking it up. Now you can enjoy the classic pecan, pineapple, and banana flavors in a shake! Southern never tasted so good.

This french toast casserole can be made in advance and is a really easy way to also create "stuffed" french toast. With a creamy center sprinkled with berries, this great breakfast or brunch item is going to disappear quickly. 

Less than ten ingredients are all you need to whip up this great blueberry cobbler. One reviewer says, "We went blueberry picking, and this was the perfect thing to make with my super-fresh, overflowing basket of blueberries." If you don't have fresh blueberries, substitute for frozen with just as delicious results.

A graham cracker crusts supports this easy and scrumptious take on key lime pie. You can easily bring it to your next outdoor picnic or family gathering,  just be prepared to dish out the recipe to those who are bound to ask! 

When it comes to desserts (or anything, really) everything is better with sprinkles. This cheerful cake is no exception. Use the back of a spatula to create a ribbony texture in the buttercream frosting.  

Matzo is a traditional food enjoyed during the spring time of Passover. However, you can make this sweet snack year-round using saltine crackers for a crispy, salty base.

You'll find all the delicious spices of Chai tea in one melt-in-your-mouth loaf of banana bread.These spices work really well together and are a good contrast with the sweetness of the bananas.

These adorable cake pops are a hit with kids and at parties. You can get creative with toppings and experiment! Find lollipop sticks at craft stores or your local supermarket. 

This dessert gets well-rounded chocolate richness from three sources: chocolate graham crackers in the crust, plus intense cocoa powder and luscious milk chocolate in the filling. Your chocolate craving doesn't stand a chance. 

At just three simple ingredients, these single serving pancakes are great for those mornings when you just want to indulge. With a notable banana flavor and custardy soft center, these pancakes are a great breakfast idea to return to again and again.  

Blending mascarpone cheese with fat-free cream cheese is the key cutting the fat and calories in this divine tiramisu, while still retaining its traditional flavor. This recipe also features gluten-free ladyfingers so that everyone can enjoy this decadent dessert.

Start with a delicious warm oatmeal chocolate chunk cookie base and take it over the top with fun toppings like caramel or chocolate syrup, sea salt, and vanilla ice cream.

A splash of coconut milk adds richness to silken tofu, the mousse's secret ingredient, and dates lend a natural sweetness with notes of caramel and honey. This just might become any chocolate-lover's new favorite indulgence.