15 Absurdly Cute (and Decadent) Desserts for Every Occasion
Yasmein James
Yasmein James
Yasmein James is a food writer living in New Jersey, but her heart’s on the other end of The Lincoln Tunnel. When she isn’t writing, you can find her eating her way to the most authentic ethnic restaurants in her travels. And writing all about it on her lifestyle blog, She’s Facing Freedom.
We’ve compiled 15 crafty dessert recipes that are as indulgent as they are cute from the queen of kawaii, Vickie Liu. Some recipes are warm, while others are fruity. Some will transport you to a different decade (hello '90s), and many will give you a chance to practice your piping skills. If you like what you're reading, swipe to the end of the slideshow. You won't be sorry.
Cactus Sugar Cookies: Don’t worry; these sugar cookies are prick-free.
Llama Orange-Spiced Cookies: Of all the animals you can turn into iced cookies, llamas have to be the most awesome, right?
Cheesy Burger Cookies: This is going to sound cheesy, but we think these burgers have the best (and sweetest) buns around.
Ombre Douts: These glorious BAKED donuts will enchant you with all of their unicorn-like beauty.
Lisa Frank Leopard Print Donuts: Spotted — delicious donuts with leopard prints are on the loose, and we’re here to wrangle them in our mouths.
Pies Before Guys Pie: Put those summer berries to good use and make this statement pie for an all-girl event with high morale and satisfied sweet tooths.
Chick Sandwich Cookies: Once you make a batch of these sandwich cookies adorned with sprinkles, you won’t hear one peep out of your baby birds (or um, friends).
Dango Donut Holes: Be assured; you can make these adorable dango bears without fear of artificial coloring. The icing's dyed with matcha, lemon juice, and raspberry juice.
Snow Globe Cake: Shake things up with a cake that is fun, festive, and seriously giving us a case of nostalgia. All the fondant creatures inside can be pool-party themed for, you know, a spring break "snow" globe.
Matcha Waffle Pops: Dip these waffle slices in the chocolate of your choice (our fave is matcha), then sprinkle on the endless, customizable toppings.
No-Bake Strawberry Cheesecake: We don’t know about you, but we’re berry, berry, excited for this recipe that will give you all types of spring (and summer) fever thanks to the cute fruit shape.
Cassette Cookies: One bite of these nostalgic sugar cookies and you won’t be able to press pause on the N*SYNC and Britney Spears tunes all week long.
Monster Ice Cream Cookies: To all those bona fide cookie monsters, be warned — these whimsical treats are *almost* too cute to eat.
Retro Pop-Tarts: We’re not ashamed to admit that we still eat Pop-Tarts on the regular, but these wacky ones stuffed with Nutella and jam is reminding us of Saved by the Bell.
Lisa Frank Milkshakes: All of your childhood dreams are about to come together in one cotton-candy-coated, marshmallow-topped, and sprinkle-adorned sweet drink. The sugar rush will be totally worth it.
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Yasmein James
Yasmein James is a food writer living in New Jersey, but her heart’s on the other end of The Lincoln Tunnel. When she isn’t writing, you can find her eating her way to the most authentic ethnic restaurants in her travels. And writing all about it on her lifestyle blog, She’s Facing Freedom.