Stand out in a sea of cheesecake and crème brûlée with these unique desserts. They’re perfect for extra special occasions like anniversaries, birthdays, Thanksgiving and Christmas.

There are two kinds of people in this world: those who want to fit in and those who want to stand out.
The same can be said for desserts.
Now, I’m all for the classics. Crème brûlée is one of my all-time favorite fancy desserts. And I have nothing but love for a lemon meringue pie. Let’s not even start with how I feel about trifle.
But sometimes, your dessert needs to make a statement. To be novel. Unique.
And that’s where these dessert recipes come in.
Think Aperol sorbet, blackberry cheesecake eggs rolls, chocolate pavlova and more.
When you’re wanting to make a fancy dessert that will impress your guests, you can’t go past one of these unique desserts.
Unique desserts
This Aperol sorbet is the ultimate treat for those who love a twist on the traditional. Combining the bittersweet, herbaceous flavors of Aperol with zesty citrus, this frozen delight is a sophisticated, refreshing experience.
This no bake biscoff cheesecake recipe is so easy to make and brings two favorites – biscoff and cheesecake – together in one delicious mouthful!
Blackberry cheesecake egg rolls are the sweet treats you’ve been looking for. With homemade cheesecake filling and tart berries, these dessert egg rolls will become one of your favorite things.
Bringing out the best of summer blueberries, this blueberry almond galette recipe is surprisingly easy to make and is packed full of delicious flavors that highlight the berries.
If you like the combination of whisky or bourbon and chocolate, this cake is simply irresistible. It's complex, it's deep, it's unique. The crumb is tight but light, the glaze is intense but stays soft, and the flavor is out of this world fantastic.
These chocolate espresso pots are refined sugar free pots of deliciousness.
A rich, shortbread crust topped with silky chocolate ganache and fresh raspberries makes this chocolate ganache raspberry tart irresistible.
Pavlova is traditionally a white meringue dessert served with whipped cream and berries, but this is updated with the addition of chocolate.
This chocolate tiramisu has layers of espresso or hot chocolate soaked lady fingers, light and creamy mascarpone cream, chocolate ganache, and is finished off with a dusting of cocoa powder. The mascarpone cream is made the traditional Italian way, for the silkiest, richest tiramisu.
This Danish puff pastry is a cherished family recipe. Made with an easy shortcrust, airy choux, and topped with a sweet thick frosting, almonds, and cherries, this puff pastry recipe is an instant hit.
This delicious flan de coco (Puerto Rican coconut flan) is a tropical delight made with only five ingredients! Coconut milk, condensed milk, eggs, sugar and vanilla create a creamy and indulgent coconut flan recipe that is great for any occasion.
This easy Latin Flan brings the Puerto Rican tropics to any table.
The beautiful red color of these hibiscus and wine poached pears make them the finishing star of the meal. The key is to cook them at low heat and turn them often so that they cook evenly and develop the beautiful deep color.
Creme brûlée flavored with just the right amount of fresh lemon is totally irresistible. You can skip the fancy restaurant since it’s surprisingly easy to make. If you’re a citrus lover, then make this classic dessert. You’ll love it!
Margarita cake features a super moist white cake spiked with tequila topped with a fluffy lime frosting. It tastes like a margarita in cake form.
Matcha chiffon cake is light, fluffy, and pillowy soft with a rich green tea flavor. Enjoy this delicate cake with whipped cream, fruits or simply on its own.
These mini pavlovas are delicious, light, easy to make and elegantly looking. They are the perfect dessert for date night:
An authentic Italian tiramisu with an added layer of luscious Nutella spread. There's no baking required, simply a setting time in the fridge, allowing you to get on with other preparations for your special date night.
This creamy orange mousse tastes like an indulgent orange creamsicle, perfectly balancing the nostalgic flavors of childhood with a smooth, satisfying texture.
This easy, no-bake peanut butter pie is a luscious dessert with plenty of peanut butter flavor. It is made with cream cheese, peanut butter, and whipped cream, all topped with chopped peanuts, chocolate, and butterscotch sauce.
If you are looking for a dessert that looks so much more difficult than it is, you’re in the right place. This gorgeous cheesecake uses not one, but two mixes so that you get a perfect texture every time.
This crispy and flaky ruffled milk pie has notes of warm vanilla and sweet egg custard that simply dance on your taste buds. If you’ve never tried this Greek dessert before, this recipe will amaze you.
This strawberry jasmine tea sorbet is a light and refreshing dessert, made with fresh strawberries and fragrant jasmine green tea.
This Suspiro de Limeña recipe, also known as Suspiro a la Limeña or Suspiro Limeño (aka sigh of a lima lady) is one of the most famous desserts in Peruvian cuisine.
Decadent and delicious, these triple chocolate mousse shooters are not only easy to whip up, they’re full of healthy, real food goodness.
This copycat Pizza Hut cookie dough recipe is soft and gooey, filled with chocolate chunks, all without eggs or dairy! It’s nice and crispy on the outside with a soft, melt-in-the-mouth center. Delicious served warm with a scoop of vegan vanilla ice cream!
These unique desserts add a special something something to your next fancy dinner.
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