These desserts for two are perfectly portioned for those couples, newlyweds and empty nesters who have a sweet tooth (but no willpower!).
33 Delicious Desserts for Two
Updated on Sep. 17, 2024
Blackberry Crisp for Two
I adapted this comforting dessert for two from a recipe my mother-in-law gave to me. Hers fed a family with nine growing kids who were never full, so there was never any left. There aren’t any leftovers when I make my downsized version, either! —Marliss Lee, Independence, Missouri
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Chocolate Bread Pudding
Total Time
45 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This is a fun recipe because the chocolate makes it different from traditional bread pudding. It's a rich, comforting dessert. —Mildred Sherrer, Fort Worth, Texas
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Cheesecake Berry Parfaits
Total Time
15 min
Servings
2 parfaits
From the Recipe Creator:
The summer berry season is a real treat. This is an easy way to enjoy berries with cheesecake, which is a refreshing change from traditional pudding and fruit parfaits. —Patricia Schroedl, Jefferson, Wisconsin
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Rustic Fruit Tart
Total Time
45 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My husband and I love pie, but we can’t eat a whole 9-inch pie by ourselves. So I made this dessert for two using rhubarb and raspberries picked at home. Sometimes I substitute apples, peaches or our garden blueberries for the rhubarb. —Naomi Olson Hamilton, Michigan
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Dark Chocolate Pecan Cake
Total Time
55 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Made in a single loaf pan, this doubly good chocolate cake has a nutty praline layer and two layers of fluffy whipped cream. This is the only cake my husband really likes. —Laura Draper, Garfield, Washington
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Strawberry Rhubarb Cream
Total Time
20 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
A friend gave me this recipe a long time ago. It’s rich and creamy yet refreshing. I make this often in early summer when rhubarb is readily available. —Norma DesRoches, Warwick, Rhode Island
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Peach Cobbler for Two
Total Time
35 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Everyone notices a special taste in this dessert for two. It’s orange peel, which enhances the color and gives this traditional dessert a delicious distinction. Cobblers usually serve a large group, so it’s convenient to have a recipe that makes just enough for two.
— Betty Clark, Mount Vernon, Missouri
— Betty Clark, Mount Vernon, Missouri
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Rice Pudding
Total Time
55 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My sisters and I always loved the recipe for rice pudding our grandma made. After she passed away, I took it upon myself to try and find the secret to her rice pudding. It took quite a bit of experimentation, but I finally got it right! And I'm glad to share this easy recipe here. —Margaret DeChant, Newberry, Michigan
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Poached Pears with Orange Cream
Total Time
55 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
End the meal with a flourish with this elegant and easy dessert recipe. A hint of orange lends just enough sweetness to temper the wine’s bold taste. —Julianne Schnuck, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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Raspberry Sorbet for Two
Total Time
5 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
You won’t believe that you made this refreshing, fruity sorbet yourself! This healthy freezer fare will satisfy even your sweetest tooth.
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The Best Bananas Foster
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Guests are always impressed when I ignite the rum in this delicious bananas Foster dessert. Use perfectly ripe bananas for best results. —Mary Lou Wayman, Salt Lake City, Utah
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Individual Flans
Total Time
30 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I’m always on the lookout for desserts sized for two. This rich, comfy custard is smooth, easy and just right for my husband and me! —Lee Bremson, Kansas City, Missouri
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Cheesecake Berry Parfaits
Total Time
15 min
Servings
2 parfaits
From the Recipe Creator:
The summer berry season is a real treat. This is an easy way to enjoy berries with cheesecake, which is a refreshing change from traditional pudding and fruit parfaits. —Patricia Schroedl, Jefferson, Wisconsin
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Lemon Sherbet
Total Time
10 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Lemon juice provides the snappy flavor in this wonderful lemon sherbet recipe from our Test Kitchen. The light dessert for two looks splendid served in individual “boats” made from lemon halves. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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Cherry Cream Cheese Tarts
Total Time
10 min
Servings
2 tarts
From the Recipe Creator:
It’s hard to believe that just five ingredients and a few minutes of preparation can result in these delicate and scrumptious tarts! —Cindi Mitchell, Waring, Texas
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Butterscotch Pudding
Total Time
20 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Homemade pudding reminds me of my grandma and how she turned milk and eggs into creamy textures before my eyes. The butterscotch in this recipe adds a caramel-sweet touch. —Teresa Wilkes, Pembroke, Georgia
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Rosemary Citrus Sorbet
Total Time
10 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This pretty pastel dessert bursts with the fresh flavors of grapefruit, lime and rosemary. —Rebecca Baird, Salt Lake City, Utah
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Turtle Cheesecake
Total Time
1 hour 55 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
After receiving a request for a special turtle cheesecake and not finding a good recipe, I created my own. Everyone is thrilled with the results and this cheesecake remains a favorite at the coffee shop where I work. —Sue Gronholz, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin
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Apple Dumplings
Total Time
1 hour 50 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This warm and comforting apple dumplings recipe is incredible by itself or served with ice cream. You can decorate each dumpling by cutting 1-inch leaves and a 1/2-inch stem from the leftover dough. —Robin Lendon, Cincinnati, Ohio
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Warm Pineapple Sundaes with Rum Sauce
Total Time
25 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Pineapple, rum and sugar have a longstanding and flavorful relationship that takes on new meaning when you add ginger and butter and turn up the heat. —Jamie Miller, Maple Grove, Minnesota
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Li'l Pecan Pies
Total Time
50 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
These tempting little tarts have all the rich traditional taste of a full-size pecan pie in a much smaller package. The tarts are perfect for two. —Christine Boitos, Livonia, Michigan
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Easy Tiramisu
Total Time
20 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
No one can resist this quick and easy tiramisu recipe. Make it ahead for added mealtime convenience. —Taste Recipes Test Kitchen
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Layered Chocolate Pudding Dessert
Total Time
30 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This layered dessert is cool, creamy, chocolaty and a winner with everyone who tries it. What's not to like? —Carma Blosser, Livermore, Colorado
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Easy Almond Joy Chia Pudding
Total Time
15 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I enjoy making this coconut milk chia pudding recipe because it’s easy and I can find all the ingredients at my local market. No baking is required, and it’s served in individual jars for guests. For more flavor, add shredded coconut. —Ashley Altan, Hanover, Maryland
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Chocolate Lava Cake
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
True decadence at its best, these chocolate lava cakes created by the Taste Recipes Cooking School feature a warm, gooey chocolate center that oozes out onto the dessert plate. Whether you enjoy it garnished with a dollop of whipped cream or sprinkled with confectioners' sugar, you'll want to lick the plate clean!
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Chocolate Mousse
Total Time
20 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
A friend shared this rich, velvety mousse recipe with me. I love to cook and have tons of recipes, but this one is a favorite. Best of all, it's easy to make. —Judy Spencer, San Diego, California
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Crunchy Peanut Butter Tarts
Total Time
10 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
For a fun, fuss-free dessert for two, try these darling tarts. They’re a satisfying, rich family favorite. —Mary Kelley, Wilmington, North Carolina
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Air-Fryer Mocha Pudding Cakes
Total Time
30 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
These mouthwatering mini cakes make the perfect treat for two. My mom used to make these when I was a little girl. Now I whip them up and pop them in my air fryer for a speedy dessert. —Debora Simmons, Eglon, West Virginia
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Mixed Berry Sundaes for 2
Total Time
10 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
These delightful yogurt sundaes are an easy way to add fruit and calcium to your diet. Berries star in the dish, which I enjoy as a simple breakfast or healthy dessert for two. —Edie DeSpain, Logan, Utah
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Lemon Pudding Cake
Total Time
55 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My husband, Lloyd, loves this cake because it tastes like lemon meringue pie. The cake is no-fuss and makes just enough for the two of us.—Dawn Fagerstrom, Warren, Minnesota
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Mixed Fruit Shortcakes
Total Time
30 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This delightful downsized recipe makes just two biscuitlike shortcakes. Fill them with fresh fruit of your choice and top with whipped cream for an impressive dinner finale. —Sue Ross, Casa Grande, Arizona
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Blueberry Cake with Wojapi Sauce
Total Time
40 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This is my grandmother’s recipe, and the sauce is traditional Cherokee, which has been passed down for generations. It is very versatile and can be used on fry bread, pancakes, waffles and other desserts.
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Raspberry Ice Cream
Total Time
30 min
Servings
about 1-1/2 quarts
From the Recipe Creator:
"When our garden produces an abundance of raspberries, we know it's time to make this fruity frozen dessert," reports Diana Leskauskas of Chatham, New Jersey. "It's super in the summertime...and a treat throughout the year made with frozen raspberries." —Diana Leskauskas, Chatham, New Jersey
