17 cheap and cheerful desserts that taste like a million bucks

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Indulge in 17 budget-friendly desserts that taste like a million bucks! Discover how to satisfy your sweet tooth without breaking the bank.

A small tan ceramic dish filled with mounds of fresh peach sorbet.
Peach Sorbet. Photo credit: MOON and spoon and yum.

3-Ingredient Lemonade Popsicles

Lemonade popsicles resting on a tan table garnished with fresh lemons.
Lemonade Popsicles. Photo credit: MOON and spoon and yum.

Get ready to cool down with these incredibly refreshing and budget-friendly lemonade popsicles! With just three simple and affordable ingredients, you can whip up a delightful treat that strikes the perfect harmony between sweetness and tanginess.

Get the Recipe: Lemonade Popsicles

Peach Sorbet

A small tan ceramic dish filled with mounds of fresh peach sorbet.
Peach Sorbet. Photo credit: MOON and spoon and yum.

Indulge in the lusciousness of this budget-friendly peach sorbet! Packed with the goodness of fresh peaches and just the right amount of sweetness, this recipe is not only delicious but also plant-based and easy to whip up.

Get the Recipe: Peach Sorbet

Microwave Apple Crisp

Microwave Apple Crisp.
Photo credit: Running To The Kitchen.

Get ready for a budget-friendly treat with our easy microwave apple crisp recipe! It’s a quick and single-serve option, perfect for satisfying your fall dessert cravings in just minutes.

Get the Recipe: Microwave Apple Crisp

Blueberry Pudding Cake

Image shows Blueberry Pudding Cake in a blue bowl with the full dish behind it.
Blueberry Pudding Cake. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Get ready to be blown away by the pure decadence of this budget-friendly moist blueberry pudding cake! Every mouthwatering bite will have you craving more of its delightful flavors.

Get the Recipe: Blueberry Pudding Cake

Peach Pandowdy

Overhead shot of peach pandowdy with fresh peaches.
Peach Pandowdy. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Get ready to savor the scrumptiousness of a budget-friendly spiced Peach Pandowdy! This old-fashioned dessert is bursting with the natural sweetness of fresh, ripe peaches, all wrapped up in a delightful, buttery, and flaky pie crust.

Get the Recipe: Peach Pandowdy

Air Fryer Pineapple

Air fryer pineapple on plates with vanilla ice cream.
Air Fryer Pineapple. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Get ready for a cheap and delightful treat with air fryer pineapple! This healthier dessert is quick to make and won’t cost you much. Just pop the juicy pineapple chunks into the air fryer, drizzle some affordable maple syrup and a sprinkle a bit of budget-friendly cinnamon spices.

Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Pineapple

Instant Pot Cheesecake

Instant Pot Low Carb Cheesecake.
Instant Pot Low Carb Cheesecake. Photo credit: Low Carb – No Carb.


Get ready to indulge in our budget-friendly Instant Pot Cheesecake! With just two ingredients and only 3 net carbs per portion, this dessert is both delicious and easy on the wallet.

Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Cheesecake

Peanut Butter Cups

Close up of a stack of peanut butter cups with blurred background.
Peanut Butter Cups. Photo credit: Primal Edge Health.

Get ready for a taste bud adventure with these wallet-friendly homemade peanut butter cups! Indulge in the delightful combo of smooth peanut butter filling and a luscious coating of rich chocolate.

Get the Recipe: Peanut Butter Cups

White Chocolate Covered Strawberries

White Chocolate Covered Strawberries on a white wooden board.
White Chocolate Covered Strawberries. Photo credit: Best Clean Eating.

Get ready to impress your loved ones with these cheap and delightful White Chocolate Covered Strawberries! Whether it’s Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, or any special occasion, these treats will steal the show on your dessert tray

Get the Recipe: White Chocolate Covered Strawberries

Blueberry Popsicles

Yogurt and blueberry popsicles on a sheet pan with ice cubes.
Blueberry Popsicles. Photo credit: Feast + West.

Get ready to beat the summer heat with these budget-friendly and beautiful Blueberry Popsicles! These delightful treats are sweetened with vanilla and honey, creating a burst of flavor in every bite.

Get the Recipe: Blueberry Popsicles

No-Bake Strawberry Shortcake

Strawberries, cake and whipped cream layered in dessert glasses.
No-Bake Strawberry Shortcakes. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Don’t miss out on this affordable and effortless recipe for No-Bake Strawberry Shortcakes! These delectable treats are bursting with juicy, ruby-red strawberries and topped with luscious strawberry whipped cream.

Get the Recipe: No-Bake Strawberry Shortcake

Caramel Apple Popcorn

A white bowl with caramel apple popcorn.
Caramel Apple Popcorn. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Get ready for an incredibly cheap and tasty treat with our homemade Caramel Apple Popcorn! This delightful snack offers the perfect combination of sweet and salty flavors that’ll make your taste buds dance with joy. It’s crispy, crunchy, and absolutely delicious, making it the ideal companion for your weekend movie and game nights.

Get the Recipe: Caramel Apple Popcorn

Frosted Banana Bars

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Frosted Banana Bars. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Get ready to satisfy your sweet tooth without breaking the bank with these budget-friendly Frosted Banana Bars! This moist and fluffy treat is topped with creamy frosting, making it simply irresistible.

Get the Recipe: Frosted Banana Bars

Soft & Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies

Gluten free peanut butter cookie leaning against a stack of cookies in the background.
Peanut Butter Cookies. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Get ready to indulge in these cheap and delightful gluten-free peanut butter cookies! Packed with rich peanut butter flavor and made in the classic criss-cross style, these cookies will have peanut butter lovers swooning with delight.

Get the Recipe: Soft & Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies

Classic Brownies

Image shows a stack of Classic Brownies on a wooden table.
Classic Brownies. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Get ready for a budget-friendly delight with our Classic Brownies! These timeless favorites offer a fudgy goodness that’ll have you hooked from the first bite.

Get the Recipe: Classic Brownies

Chocolate Pudding

Chocolate avocado pudding in glass with spoon
Chocolate avocado pudding. Photo credit: Primal Edge Health.

Treat yourself to a budget-friendly delight with this homemade chocolate pudding. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a velvety smooth, and decadent dessert that will satisfy your chocolate cravings without breaking the bank.
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Pudding

Chocolate Covered Strawberries

Chocolate Covered Strawberries and berries on a plate.
Chocolate Covered Strawberries. Photo credit: Low Carb – No Carb.

Discover the affordable joy of making Chocolate Covered Strawberries with just 1 gram of net carbs in less than 15 minutes. Our quick and easy recipe will have you whipping up healthy strawberries dipped in sugar-free chocolate, making it the perfect go-to dessert for all your special occasions.

Get the Recipe: Chocolate Covered Strawberries

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