Dessert Ideas for Any Occasion by Paisley Hansen

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Why is it that so many people are picky about their sweet tooth? Needless to say, it can be challenging to please everyone at a get together with just one dessert. If you enjoy hosting parties with family and friends, or if you have designated yourself to bring sweet treats to the next gathering, keep reading to get some inspiration. Here are four avenues you can take to pick the perfect dessert for any occasion.

1. The Healthy Dessert

If you overate at dinner and cannot fathom the idea of eating anything too heavy or sweet, a healthy treat could be a great alternative. A fruit salad or simple yogurt parfait could give you the rise in blood sugar you need, and you don’t have to worry about the extra calories. Grabbing a few CBD gummies will also take care of your cravings with many added health benefits. Using alternative sweeteners is another easy way to make a typically high-sugar dessert much more reasonable. It is always nice to have a healthier choice for those who are watching their figures.

2. The Traditional Dessert

Under the traditional category, you have items like cakes or cookies, which are standard options that will be appreciated at any party. The good thing about this choice is that you can find everything you need in one store, and you can even buy these desserts fully packaged and ready to go. If you are not a baker, this may be the easiest route for you. You can spice things up by going with break and baking holiday cookies that are always fan favorites. There is no shame in your game if you are more of the buy it at the store type, especially if you are in a time crunch.

3. The Homemade Dessert

Homemade desserts are the ones you can smell as soon as you walk in the door and the option that requires the most effort. If you are willing to put on your apron and spend hours in the kitchen, props to you. The possibilities are endless of what you can bake at home, so you will need to give yourself plenty of time to shop for ingredients. The following are dessert ideas that are so much more enjoyable when made from scratch:

  • Pies— don’t forget the ice cream
  • Chocolate chip cookies
  • Pumpkin bread
  • Cinnamon rolls

If you enjoy baking, there is no better time to pull out old family recipes than when you are celebrating with the people you love most. Remember, if you bring a delicious homemade dessert once to a party, you may be expected to do it every time. That said, if this is the avenue you choose to go, you will have big shoes to fill moving forward. If you are new to the homemade dessert scene, it wouldn’t be a bad idea to have a backup plan in case things go sideways.

4. The Drinkable Dessert

After a decadent dinner, it is nice to have the option for a light last course. You could serve a variety of hot chocolate, spiced tea or even a dessert cocktail. This is a relatively simple setup that could pair well with butter cookies, and it could give you the chance to use your nice china. A drinkable dessert may also call for a fancier candy, like toffee or fudge, to make for a perfectly balanced sweet treat.

With so many dessert options, it can be overwhelming to decide which one is best suited for your party. Beyond popular belief, you don’t have to go too crazy with the sweets for your party to be enjoyed by all. Maybe it is best to have a few easy options so your guests can choose what they are in the mood to eat. Instead of stressing yourself about perfecting your dessert, remind yourself to relish in time with your closest friends and family.