If you’ve got a sweet tooth but don’t always feel up to baking an entire batch of cookies, small-batch desserts may be just the solution. These recipes are perfect for solo indulgences, date nights, or intimate gatherings with friends and family. They’re easier and quicker to make than their full-sized counterparts and make for a great way to experiment with new flavors and techniques. Plus, they usually require fewer dishes to prepare, and some can even be baked in a toaster oven. Whatever types of treats you enjoy, there’s a small-batch dessert recipe sure to satisfy your cravings. Here are a few we love.
Small Batch Strawberry Crisp for Two
This recipe by So Much Food is sure to hit the spot when you’re in the mood for something fresh and fruity. It’s packed with strawberries and topped with a brown sugar crumble that can be made gluten-free by swapping the all-purpose flour for any flour of your choice. Top it with a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream, and you’ve got summer in a bowl.
Small Batch Vanilla Cupcakes
As much as we love cupcakes, we find that having to fill a tin of 24 individual cakes takes some of the fun out of the experience. At that point, we’d rather just make a full-sized cake and be done with it. For those times when we just want something sweet and simple, this recipe by Dessert for Two is one of our go-to’s. It actually yields 4 cupcakes, but we’re not complaining.
Peanut Butter Bars for Two
We’re firm believers that when it comes to desserts, nothing goes together better than peanut butter and chocolate. If you agree, we highly recommend trying these no-bake bars by Beaming Baker. They contain just five ingredients and can easily be made vegan with dairy-free chocolate chips.
