Sweet Treats for Mom: 5 Irresistible Desserts to Make Mother's Day Extra Special

Mother's Day is already here, and what better way to celebrate this occasion than to prepare an extra special sweet treat for mom!

After all, dessert makes for the ultimate Mother's Day gift-it ensures leftovers, avoids crowded restaurants, and signifies a gift made with love. No matter her dessert preference, here are a few curated recipes that provide easy yet impressive ways to sweeten her day.

5 Irresistible Desserts for Mother's Day 2024

1. Classic Chocolate Cake

Chocolates are universally used to express love, and chocolate cakes are a classic go-to for many on different occasions. Classic chocolate cakes can also be tailored to your mom's preference, whether they like something more velvety or a rich and sweet flavor.

Ingredients:

• 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour

• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar

• 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder

• 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda

• 1 teaspoon salt

• 2 large eggs

• 1 cup whole milk

• 1/2 cup vegetable oil

• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

• 1 cup boiling water

Instructions:

• Start by preheating the oven 350°F (175°C)

• Get a large mixing bowl and combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

• You can then mix all the wet ingredients, like eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla, with the dry ingredients and beat on medium speed for 2 minutes.

• Stir in boiling water until well combined (batter will be thin).

• Pour batter evenly into prepared baking pans and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

• Cool in pans for 10 minutes, then remove from pans and cool completely on wire racks before frosting.

2. Homemade Lemon Bars

For moms who prefer citrus and an even more fruity flavor, you can prepare lemon bars to serve as dessert. The buttery crust of this bar goes very well with the tangy-sweet lemon filling.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour

• 1/2 cup powdered sugar

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened

• 2 large eggs

• 1 cup granulated sugar

• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder

• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice

• Zest of 1 lemon

• Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions:

• Start by preheating the oven to 350°F (175°C)

• You can then grab an 8-inch square baking pan and line it with parchment paper.

• Combine dry ingredients in a big mixing bowl. Put 1 cup flour, powdered sugar, and softened butter together to serve as a crust.

• Press this mixture into the prepared pan and bake it for 15 to 20 minutes, or until lightly golden.

• Grabe another bowl and whisk together 2 tablespoons flour, 3 eggs, granulated sugar, baking powder, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth.

• Pour lemon mixture over the baked crust and return to the oven. Bake for an additional 20 to 25 minutes, or until set.

• Cool completely in the pan, then dust with powdered sugar before cutting into bars.

3. Decadent Tiramisu

A decadent homemade tiramisu can be the perfect irresistible sweet treat for moms this Mother's Day. This all-time favorite dessert is easy to make with creamy mascarpone cheese, coffee-soaked lady fingers, and dark cocoa powder.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup heavy cream

• 1 cup mascarpone cheese

• 1/4 cup sugar

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 2 cups strong brewed coffee, cooled

• 1/4 cup coffee liqueur (optional)

• 24 ladyfingers

• Cocoa powder for dusting

Instructions:

• Start by beating heavy cream until its peak softens in form.

• You can then add the mascarpone cheese with the heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla extract. Beat all of these together until a smooth consistency is visible.

• Get a separate dish, mix together the cooled coffee and coffee liqueur.

• Dip each ladyfinger into the coffee mixture briefly, side by side, then arrange a layer of dipped ladyfingers in the bottom of a serving dish. Remember not to soak the ladyfingers.

• Spread half of the mascarpone mixture over the ladyfingers.

• Repeat with another layer of dipped ladyfingers and remaining mascarpone mixture.

• Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.

• Before serving, dust the top with cocoa powder.

4. Raspberry Cheesecake

For a classic dessert that will be a sure hit with mothers and family members, a classic cheesecake can serve as a perfect sweet treat.

The tangy, sweet, and creamy flavor of the cheesecake can complement the sweet-tart flavor of fresh raspberries on top of the mixture.

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs

• 1/4 cup granulated sugar

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

• 16 ounces cream cheese, softened

• 1/2 cup powdered sugar

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 1 cup fresh raspberries

• Raspberry sauce (store-bought or homemade) for topping

Instructions:

• Start by preheating your oven to 325°F (160°C)

• Then prepare your chosen pan and grease it.

• Get a separate mixing bowl. Start by combing cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter until well combined.

• You can then press this mixture into your greased springform pan.

• On another bowl, start beating room-temperature cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.

• If you want to incorporate the raspberries into the mixture instead of just putting on top, you can then combine them with the mix.

• Pour the cream cheese mixture over the crust and smooth the top.

• Bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the center is almost set.

• Before serving, drizzle raspberry sauce over the top and add more raspberry as you desire.

5. Flourless Chocolate Cake

If you're mom prefers the rich and dark flavor of chocolate cakes, you can try to make a flourless chocolate cake. This dessert will also be perfect for mothers who have gluten dietary restrictions

Ingredients:

• 8 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped

• 1 cup unsalted butter

• 1 1/4 cups granulated sugar

• 4 large eggs

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• Cocoa powder for dusting

Instructions:

• You can start by preheating the oven to 350°F (175°C)

• Use your preferred round cake pan, with this recipe, a 9-inch round pan is recommended.

• In a heatproof bowl, melt chocolate and butter together over a double boiler or in the microwave. Stir until smooth.

• Remove from heat and stir in sugar until well combined.

• Add eggs, one at a time, stirring well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.

• Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.

• Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with moist crumbs.

• Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

• Dust with cocoa powder before serving.