What would be a good dessert to take down to our friends' lake house this weekend??

Question

I dont think I want pies or cakes we'd have to cut... I'd like either a cookie.. or some kind of brownie or bar that i can have already cut into squares and put in a container...Chocolate, cheesecake, fruity, marshmallow, any flavor I would do!

Any yummy ideas???

Please only suggest things you have made and actually tried.

thanks!!

Answer 1

these coconut macaroon are always a big hit when i make them

i melt 1 bag of semi sweet chips then when cookies cool down i dip the bottom in chocolate and drizzle more on top then allow them to set on wax paper.

i NEVER have 1 left over

Coconut Macaroons

14 ounces sweetened shredded coconut

14 ounces sweetened condensed milk

1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

2 extra-large egg whites, at room temperature

1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.

Combine the coconut, condensed milk, and vanilla in a large bowl. Whip the egg whites and salt on high speed in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment until they make medium-firm peaks. Carefully fold the egg whites into the coconut mixture.

Drop the batter onto sheet pans lined with parchment paper using either a 1 3/4-inch diameter ice cream scoop, or 2 teaspoons. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until golden brown. Cool and dip into chocolate

Answer 2

Get a great chocolate brownie mix (just a regular one, not with all sorts of stuff or flavors in it) Make it according to directions: Add 1 cup of slivered almonds (the real thin ones) and 1 cup of flaked coconut....bake according to directions on the mix and you have delicious Almond Joy Brownies....they are really tasty....and simple to make and easy to transport...and eat!!!

Answer 3

Hello,

Here is a link to some great brownie recipes. They are ones that I have made over and over and I do not share them unless they are good!

Good Luck and have fun with your friends!

Genesee from The-Chocolate-Spot

Answer 4

Butter tarts, or pecan-butter tarts..  

Answer 5

These are so easy and absolutely decadent!

HELLO DOLLY

1/2 c. butter

1-1/2 c. graham cracker crumbs

1 can Eagle Brand sweetened, condensed milk

1 6-oz. package chocolate chips

1/2 c. (or 3-1/2 oz. can) flaked coconut (optional)

1 c. chopped nuts

Melt butter in bottom of 9x13" pan.  Remove pan from heat and spread crumbs evenly over butter;  pour milk evenly over crumbs.  Sprinkle chips, coconut & nuts on top and press down gently.  Bake at 350 for 25 min, or until golden brown.  Cool and cut into bars

Answer 6

This is my grandmothers recipe and they are my favorite. I took them to work and everyone loved them, enjoy!

Miniature Cheesecakes

1 1/2 packages (8 oz size) cream cheese

1/2 cup sugar

2 eggs

3/4 tsp vanilla

Topping:

1 cup sour cream

1/4 cup sugar

1/2 tsp vanilla

strawberry or pineapple preserves

Let cream cheese soften in a medium size bowl; add 1/2 cup sugar, and cream together thoroughly.

Add eggs, on at a time, beating well after each addition.

Add 3/4 tsp vanilla and beat until smooth and creamy.

Place paper cupcake (foil if you have them) in a muffin tin and using a teaspoon, fill each one 2/3 full. Bake in a preheated 300 F oven 20 to 25 minutes. Cool 10 minutes (cakes will cave in slightly in center).

Make topping: In a small bowl, thoroughly mix sour cream, sugar and vanilla. Using a teaspoon top each with a small amount, enough to cover the top. Top with small amount of preserves in center of each cake. Return pan to oven and bake an additional 10 minutes. Makes about 2-3 dozen.

Answer 7

Chex® Muddy Buddies®

Another popular name for this favorite mix is "puppy food". Chow down; it's doggone good!

Prep Time:15 min

Start to Finish:15 min

Makes:18 servings (1/2 cup each)

Ingredients:

9 cups Corn Chex®, Rice Chex®, Wheat Chex® or Chocolate Chex® cereal (or combination)

1 cup semisweet chocolate chips

1/2 cup peanut butter

1/4 cup butter or margarine

1 teaspoon vanilla

1 1/2 cups powdered sugar

Preparation Directions:

1. Into large bowl, measure cereal; set aside.

2. In 1-quart microwavable bowl, microwave chocolate chips, peanut butter and butter uncovered on High 1 minute; stir. Microwave about 30 seconds longer or until mixture can be stirred smooth. Stir in vanilla. Pour mixture over cereal, stirring until evenly coated. Pour into 2-gallon resealable food-storage plastic bag.

3. Add powdered sugar. Seal bag; shake until well coated. Spread on waxed paper to cool. Store in airtight container in refrigerator.

Answer 8

Okay this isn't something that you can take along like a bar dessert but its is way worth it!! Even if you don't use it for your visit still try it out sometime.

Blueberry Dessert:

2 packages Cherry Jello (large)

1 can Blueberries in juice

1 can (15 oz.) Crushed pineapple in heavy syrup

1 package Philadelphia Cream Cheese

1 Tsp. Vanilla Extract

½ cup sugar

½ cup chopped pecans

Dissolve Jello in 2 cups boiling water.  Add blueberries and pineapple with juices.  Let set till firm in refrigerator.

Topping:

Mix sour cream, cream cheese, vanilla, sugar and nuts.  Blend.  Cover Jello  with topping when firm and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Answer 9

THREE INGREDIENT BROWNIES

1-1/2 c. graham cracker crumbs

14-oz. can sweetened condensed milk

12-oz. pkg. semi-sweet chocolate chips

In a large mixing bowl. Combine all ingredients

together and pour into a greased 9" x 9" baking dish.

Bake, uncovered, at 350 degrees for 30? 40 minutes.

Let cool before cutting. Makes 12 servings.

Answer 10

I think a lemon bar would be refreshing for a lake environment.  Light and airy!  As for chocolate, it becomes too gooey in the warm weather.  

Try searching foodnetwork.com as there are lots to choose from.