Best Dessert Recipes of 2011

Ahhh, desserts. They’re always the hardest category for me to narrow down because, honestly, who doesn’t love a sweet ending? Still, I managed to pull together the very best of the best, and I hope you’ve enjoyed this little stroll back through my favorite dessert recipes from 2011. Each one is a treat worth revisiting, and together they showcase just how much joy a simple homemade dessert can bring.

Top 3 Dessert Recipes of 2011

#1 Chocolate Fondue

Let’s start with a classic that never goes out of style—chocolate fondue. Just two simple ingredients, melted chocolate and cream, come together to create pure, decadent heaven. The fun really begins with the dipping, because the possibilities are endless: strawberries, bananas, pretzels, pound cake, and more. My personal favorite? Marshmallows. There’s just something about the way they soak up the warm chocolate that makes them irresistible. Fresh pineapple comes in at a close second for me—the sweet, juicy fruit paired with rich chocolate is a match made in dessert paradise. And honestly, no matter what you dip, it’s hard to go wrong when everything is covered in silky, melted chocolate.

#2 Eclair Pie

I couldn’t leave this one off the list—it’s been a favorite of mine ever since I was a little girl. This eclair pie is such a clever shortcut to enjoying all the classic flavors of a traditional éclair—creamy vanilla filling, rich chocolate topping, and that irresistible pastry-like texture—without the fuss of making pâte à choux from scratch. Instead, it layers simple, everyday ingredients into something that feels both nostalgic and indulgent.

What I love most is how approachable it is. If I could make this dessert as a child, then your kids can absolutely help whip it up too—it’s a wonderful recipe to pass down and make together as a family. It’s proof that sometimes the simplest recipes are the ones that stay with us the longest, becoming timeless favorites for every generation.

#3 Easy S’mores Bars

S’mores Week was hands down one of the sweetest highlights of the year. With just five simple ingredients, you can create a treat that’s nostalgic, gooey, and downright irresistible. I can’t emphasize this enough—you have to try them! Out of all the delicious recipes I shared, this one quickly rose to the top as my personal favorite. These Easy S’mores Bars are the perfect way to wrap up a year of indulgent baking, and I hope you’ve enjoyed looking back with me at the very best dessert recipes of 2011.