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Looking for some easy desserts that have just a few ingredients? These easy 3 ingredient desserts are perfect for whipping up in just a few minutes when you need a special treat!
Whether you’ve got a serious sweet tooth, you need a simple dessert to take to a party, or you just want to treat your family to a special dessert at home – these are some sweet treats you’ll definitely want to try!
I love keeping things simple as often as I can, and creating a delicious dessert can be oh so simple, too! These easy dessert recipes can be made in a pinch and with just a few simple ingredients, too!
You’ll have a delicious dessert without spending hours in the kitchen or tons of money on fancy ingredients. Sounds perfect to me!
Check out these easy 3-ingredient dessert recipes and find your new favorite go to treat!
15 Best Easy 3 Ingredient Desserts
These 3 ingredient recipes will have you making the perfect dessert with little effort and little time. With basic ingredients and just a few steps, these simple desserts are perfect for beginners in the kitchen, kids to help make, or just when you want something quick and easy.
Whip up one of these for your next celebration or a fun weekend treat for your family! I think you’re going to find your new favorite desserts!
15 Easy 3 Ingredient Desserts (You’re Going to LOVE!)
I’ve listed the ingredients needed for each easy recipe, so you can quickly see which recipes you may be able to make with the simple ingredients you already have on hand.
These are perfect for occasions, such as:
- backyard barbecues
- holiday treats
- birthday celebrations
- potluck desserts
- special weekend treats
- easy after dinner desserts
- dinner party desserts
- sweet little gifts for teachers, neighbors, or anyone!
Some of these recipes are awesome no bake desserts, some can be dressed up for a special occasion, and others are perfectly simple for a family get together!
I hope you find your favorite new easy dessert recipe!
1. 3 Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies from Feel Good Foodie
These 3 ingredient peanut butter cookies are quick and easy to make. These delicious cookies are perfect for an after school treat or something to take to a get together.
They’re made with only peanut butter, egg and sugar so they’re naturally flourless & dairy-free, too. And you probably already have those ingredients on hand!
Bake these on parchment paper on your baking sheet for easy cleanup!
Ingredients Needed:
- creamy peanut butter
- sugar
- one egg
2. 3-Ingredient Buttery Shortbread Cookies from Chew Out Loud
These buttery shortbread cookies and soft and perfectly sweet. You can add festive sprinkles for a party, or even package them up for a delicious gift!
Ingredients Needed:
- butter
- brown sugar
- all purpose flour
3. 3 Ingredient Brownies from The Big Man’s World
Make these brownies in about 20 minutes for a quick, healthier treat after dinner!
Ingredients Needed:
- 3 large bananas
- almond butter
- cocoa powder
4. Easy Chocolate Mousse from Kitchen Cents
You are definitely going to want to try this no bake recipe – you can make it in just 5 minutes!
This would be a beautiful dessert to prepare in small, glass serving dishes for a party – or a fancy treat for your family!
Whip this up in your electric mixer to enjoy anytime!
Ingredients Needed:
- heavy whipping cream
- cocoa powder
- powdered sugar
- almond extract (optional)
5. Chocolate Truffles from I Heart Naptime
Make this fancy (but easy) treat at home for a special dessert perfect for any holiday or celebration!
The base for these truffles are simple and easy, and you can make the toppings as simple or decadent as you wish!
Ingredients Needed:
- 16 oz chocolate
- heavy cream
- butter
- Optional Flavors: vanilla extract, almond extract, mint extract
- Optional Toppings: sprinkles, chopped nuts, coconut, cocoa powder, powdered sugar, melted white chocolate for dipping or drizzling
6. 3 Ingredient Easy Chocolate Fudge from Foodie and Wine
Fudge is such a treat, and it can be so simple!
Package some up for holiday gifts, or a special celebration!
Ingredients Needed:
- semi sweet chocolate chips
- condensed milk
- vanilla extract
7. 3 Ingredient Peanut Butter Fudge from The Spruce Eats
A classic peanut butter fudge recipe made even easier!
Treat your family to a special dessert this weekend, or make some to give as holiday or thank you gifts.
Ingredients Needed:
- salted butter
- crunchy peanut butter
- confectioner’s sugar
8. 3 Ingredient Sugar Cookies from Belly Full
Craving some sugar cookies? Try this easy recipe with only 3 ingredients!
Have your kids help you mix the cookie dough and add sprinles!
Your family will love these for a weekend treat or with festive sprinkles for a celebration of any kind!
Ingredients Needed:
- unsalted butter
- granulated sugar
- all purpose flour
- optional: vanilla extract
- optional: sprinkles
9. 3 Ingredient Chocolate Cheesecake from Kirbie’s Cravings
If you’re like me and get cheesecake cravings at random times, you’ll want to try this cheesecake recipe right away! And you might just have all the ingredients you need already at home!
This chocolate cheesecake is light and airy – a perfect after dinner dessert! Dress it up a little with whipped cream and fresh strawberries.
Ingredients Needed:
- 3 eggs (you’ll need to separate the egg yolks and egg whites)
- milk chocolate chips
- cream cheese
10. 3 Ingredient Strawberry Icebox Cake from Eating On A Dime
This quick, no bake dessert is perfect for a summer treat and can be made ahead of time for an easy party treat!
Add this to your list of favorite no bake desserts!
Ingredients Needed:
- cool whip
- graham crackers
- strawberries
11. 3 Ingredient Cake Mix Cobbler
Mix up a yummy, fruity cobbler for guests or an after dinner treat for your family.
This one calls for only 3 ingredients! Serve it with vanilla ice cream for the perfect summer dessert.
Ingredients Needed:
- white cake mix
- mixed frozen fruit
- sprite
12. 3 Ingredient Cake Mix Cookies from I Heart Naptime
We make these easy cake mix cookies often and love changing them up based on what ingredients we have on hand. You can use any flavor cake mix and add whatever toppings you have!
Ingredients Needed:
- cake mix
- vegetable oil
- eggs
- Optional Mix-in’s – chocolate chips, m&m’s, etc.
13. 3 Ingredient No Bake Cheesecake from Everyday Family Cooking
Make a simple and easy cheesecake with a store bought graham cracker crust and an easy to whip up filling!
Keep it simple or dress it up with fresh strawberries for a simple or special occasion.
Ingredients Needed:
- heavy cream
- cream cheese
- sweetened condensed milk
- optional: vanilla
- + graham cracker crust
14. 3 Ingredient Banana Pudding from Everyday Family Cooking
Banana pudding is a classic dessert perfect for a weekend treat for your family or an outdoor BBQ dessert.
Whip this one up with just 3 simple ingredients!
Ingredients Needed:
- bananas
- vanilla pudding mix
- cool whip
15. 3 Ingredient Oreo Balls from I Heart Naptime
Make some delicious Oreo balls for a special holiday treat, a family celebration, or to package up for sweet gifts!
The chocolate drizzles or festive sprinkles will dress these up for a special treat!
Ingredients Needed:
- oreo cookies
- cream cheese
- baking chocolate or melting wafers (milk chocolate or white chocolate)
These easy 3 ingredient desserts are perfect treats to enjoy with your family, package as gifts, prepare for a celebration, or secretly enjoy yourself! 😉
You’ll love using simple ingredients you already have on hand to create these easy desserts, and of course, you’ll love how delicious they are!
I hope you found some new recipes to try and some new family favorite desserts, too!
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