I don’t want to brag, but my grandmother had excellent taste. And by that I mean she had excellent taste in matters dessertsOf course. Whether it’s a big one Danish giant fruit for weekend breakfasts or huge boxes of cookies, her house was always stocked with the best, most nostalgic treats. So I thought, why not recreate all these retro and fun elements desserts to keep the tradition alive? No matter what type of grandma you have, I firmly believe that one of these nostalgic grandma-approved desserts will take you right back to her house.

For many, being able to help grandma mix and cook cookies is a highlight of any visit. In this case, I think it’s high time to bring back some of the more kitschy and underappreciated flavors, like mint chocolate chip cookies, black and white cookiesAnd ginger cookies. Put all those cookies in a box for your grandma and you’ll be on your way to becoming grandchild #1, guaranteed.

What if your grandmother was more of a maximalist? Try your hand at flashier recipes, like a Baked Alaska, pineapple upside down cakeor our layer banana pudding. Speaking of pudding, if your grandma always has packets of Jell-O lying around, she’ll return this adorably delicious dessert. Jell-O Cake. There really are all kinds of varieties of grandmothers, so maybe yours didn’t really like baking? In this case, she probably stored a lot of Zebra cakes (our copycat recipe is perfect, TBH) or something more of an activity (like ice cream in a bag) for the visits, and we can’t blame him. No way !

Pineapple Upside Down Cake

It may be retro, but this classic cake is a must summer dessert for a reason. If you’re looking for a guaranteed crowd-pleaser, you can’t go wrong with this pineapple upside down cake: it never goes out of style.

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Ice cream in a bag

Pssst: You don’t need a fancy ice cream maker to make ice at home, all you need is a plastic bag and 15 minutes! Add a different extract, add a little chocolate syrup or top with candy for the sundae of your dreams.

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Danish giant fruits

Sweet fruits Danish are delicious any time of day, but especially when topped with a sweet glaze. We used raspberry jam as a garnish in this recipe, but feel free to experiment with your favorite fruits and jams!

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Baked Alaska

At Delish, Baked Alaska never goes out of style and we are dedicated to bringing back this classic nostalgic dessert. Basically a glorified ice cream cakeThis towering dessert will be the talk of any dinner party you serve it at (especially when you cut into it for the very first time – prepare for some oohs and aahs).

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Black and white cookies

More cake Than cookies, this classic dessert has been a long-time staple for good reason. Light and soft, vanilla, almond and lemon the flavored cookie is the closest thing to biting into a cloud. Topped with thinner icing icing Made with half vanilla and half chocolate, these treats are truly the best of both worlds.

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Jell-O Cake

This Jell-O cake is delicious and easy dessert it was fashionable meal to share and parties of the 70s and 80s, and we want to bring it back. It gives nostalgia, kitsch and strawberry shortcake atmospheres, and we are here for that.

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Bizcochitos

Although the style of these cookies varies a bit depending on where you are in New Mexico (it’s the state cookie!), they are generally made with lard or butter and cut into the shape of flower, star or moon. Anise seeds are crucial for that delicate floral licorice flavor, as is a sprinkling of cinnamon-sugar for more softness.

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Debbie Zebra Cupcakes

Maybe your grandmother didn’t like baking, in which case she probably stocked up on a lot of zebra cakes for visits, and we don’t blame her. Vanilla Cakes are sandwiched with a marshmallow butter cream in the middle and dipped in white chocolate, but we can’t forget the iconic zebra stripes on top. These are surprisingly easier to make than they seem, and to the extent that copy recipes come on, this one is pretty close to the original.

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Apple dumplings and croissants

Refrigerated use croissant dough makes these apple balls a breeze to prepare and adds an extra buttery, flaky texture that really takes them over the top. Trust us on the secret ingredient, too: Lemon-lime soda turns into a sweet sauce that you can drizzle over your gooey apple ravioli.

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Air Fryer Coconut Macarons

These are perfect bites for any time of day. Feel free to skip the chocolate if you want to keep them less sweet. For a pink, raspberry version, mash 1/4 cup fresh raspberries into the frothy egg white mixture with a fork, then add the coconut.

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Banana pudding

Banana pudding is one of our all-time favorite desserts. It’s a classic southern recipeand for good reason; succulent layers of pudding, whipped creamwall bananasand waffle cookies are totally impossible to resist.

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Rügelach

Cut the middle of one of these filled flakes pastriesand you will reveal superb swirls of Jam or a homemade sweet nut topping. While these soft, chewy pastries (which look like little croissants) may seem difficult, the dough is actually quite simple to make. Once prepared, all you have to do is refrigerate, fill and roll, that’s it!

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Ambrosia salad

We like to bring that kitsch and retro fruit salad at all our summer BBQs. It is not your grandmother’s ambrosia!

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Texas Sheet Cake

This chocolate cake is rich, extra-soft and garnished with lots of toasted pecans. It’s a classic dessert and for good reason: it was made for chocolate lovers, and ready in less than an hour.

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Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies

Mint chocolate chip fans, it’s time to skip the pint of ice-these cookies are the easy dessert you should do. You could make a regular chocolate chip cookiebut why would you want to keep it basic when you can add a minty twist? We added chopped Andean mint to our cookies along with chocolate chips to really amp up the mint and chocolate vibe. Dyed green, these cookies aren’t just perfect St. Patrick’s Day Treatbut are an ideal snack to eat all year round.

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Strawberry Shortcake

Strawberry Shortcakes are so simple but perfect summer dessert. When it’s fresh strawberries are at their peak, they are full of sweet juices just waiting to be savored by a biscuit. The fresh whipped cream brings it all together for a treat that’s not too sweet and light enough for a hot summer day.

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Pound cake

Pound cake is one of the most classic and simple cakes around, and everyone needs a recipe in their baking repertoire. This pound cake is buttery and unpretentious, but never boring, perfect for impressive serving. dessert or decadent brunch. Enjoy it as is or dress it up for special occasions and holidays throughout the year.

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Strawberry and Pretzel Pie

Also known as Strawberry Pretzel Salad, this nostalgic dessert strikes the perfect balance between whimsical and classic, sweet and savory. This might sound a little strange, but trust us, it’s right works. The pretzel crust is a surprisingly ideal complement to the rich, sweet cream cheese layer strawberries and Jell-O.

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Ginger cookies

These cute ginger cookies are BIG, gingerand extra extra fluffy, like a warm, warm winter hug in a cookie.

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Apple pie

A homemade apple pie it will even impress your grandmother. We love filling our homemade flaky and buttery lattice crust with a combination of apples for an irresistibly sweet and tangy topping. You’ll know the pie is ready to come out of the oven when the filling is bubbly and the crust is golden brown.

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