10 Irresistible Sunday Family Dessert Ideas Everyone Will Love
Sunday is the perfect day to gather with family and indulge in delicious desserts. Whether you’re craving something warm and comforting or cool and refreshing these 10 Sunday family dessert ideas will bring joy to your table. From classic favorites to creative twists each recipe is easy to make and guaranteed to earn compliments.
1. Classic Homemade Apple Pie
A timeless dessert that never fails to impress.
Ingredients:
- 2 pie crusts (store-bought or homemade)
- 6 cups thinly sliced apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ¼ tsp nutmeg
- 2 tbsp butter (cubed)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Mix apples sugar lemon juice cinnamon and nutmeg in a bowl.
- Line a pie dish with one crust then fill with the apple mixture. Dot with butter.
- Cover with the second crust crimp edges and cut slits for venting.
- Brush with egg wash for a golden finish.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Pro Tip: Let the pie cool for at least 30 minutes before slicing to prevent a runny filling.
2. No-Bake Chocolate Eclair Cake
A creamy dreamy dessert with minimal effort.
Ingredients:
- 1 box graham crackers
- 2 (3.4 oz) boxes instant vanilla pudding
- 3 cups milk
- 8 oz whipped topping
- 1 can chocolate frosting (or homemade ganache)
Instructions:
- Whisk pudding mix with milk until thickened then fold in whipped topping.
- Layer graham crackers in a 9×13 dish then spread half the pudding mixture. Repeat.
- Top with a final layer of graham crackers.
- Warm frosting slightly and spread evenly over the top.
- Chill for at least 4 hours (overnight is best).
3. Warm Berry Cobbler
Juicy berries with a buttery golden topping.
Ingredients:
- 4 cups mixed berries (fresh or frozen)
- ½ cup sugar
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 cup flour
- ¼ cup sugar (for topping)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ cup milk
- ¼ cup melted butter
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Toss berries with sugar and cornstarch then pour into a greased baking dish.
- Mix flour sugar baking powder milk and butter to form a batter.
- Drop spoonfuls over the berries.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden.
Pro Tip: Serve with vanilla ice cream for the ultimate experience.
4. Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies
Soft gooey and loaded with chocolate.
Ingredients:
- 2 ¼ cups flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup butter (softened)
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 eggs
- 2 cups chocolate chips
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cream butter and sugars then add eggs.
- Mix in dry ingredients then fold in chocolate chips.
- Drop dough onto a baking sheet and bake for 9-11 minutes.
5. Creamy Banana Pudding
A Southern favorite that’s light and luscious.
Ingredients:
- 1 box vanilla wafers
- 4 ripe bananas (sliced)
- 2 (3.4 oz) boxes instant vanilla pudding
- 3 cups milk
- 8 oz whipped topping
Instructions:
- Layer wafers and bananas in a trifle dish.
- Whisk pudding with milk then fold in whipped topping.
- Pour over the layers and repeat.
- Chill for 2+ hours before serving.
6. Easy Homemade Ice Cream Sundae Bar
Let everyone customize their perfect sundae!
Setup Ideas:
- Vanilla chocolate and strawberry ice cream
- Hot fudge caramel and strawberry sauce
- Sprinkles crushed nuts and whipped cream
- Cherries marshmallows and mini M&Ms
Pro Tip: Use small bowls for toppings to keep things neat.
7. Lemon Blueberry Pound Cake
Tangy sweet and wonderfully moist.
Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ cup butter (softened)
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- ½ cup milk
- 1 cup blueberries
- Zest of 1 lemon
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream butter and sugar then add eggs.
- Mix in dry ingredients then fold in blueberries and lemon zest.
- Bake in a loaf pan for 50-60 minutes.
8. Sticky Cinnamon Rolls
Ooey-gooey goodness for a lazy Sunday.
Ingredients:
- 1 can refrigerated cinnamon roll dough
- ¼ cup melted butter
- ½ cup brown sugar
- 1 tbsp cinnamon
Instructions:
- Unroll dough and brush with butter.
- Sprinkle with sugar and cinnamon then reroll.
- Bake as per package instructions.
9. Peanut Butter Chocolate Bars
Rich fudgy and impossible to resist.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup peanut butter
- ½ cup butter
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1 cup melted chocolate chips
Instructions:
- Mix peanut butter butter sugar and crumbs. Press into a pan.
- Spread melted chocolate on top.
- Chill until set then slice.
10. Fresh Strawberry Shortcake
Light fluffy and bursting with berry flavor.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb fresh strawberries (sliced)
- ¼ cup sugar
- 2 cups whipped cream
- 6 shortcake biscuits (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions:
- Toss strawberries with sugar and let sit for 10 minutes.
- Layer biscuits strawberries and whipped cream.
Final Thoughts
These Sunday family dessert ideas are sure to make your weekend sweeter. Whether you bake chill or assemble each recipe brings smiles and satisfaction.
