Are you a fan of mini desserts? Here are 40+ bite size desserts that are fun to make for parties, bake sales, baby showers, picnics, weddings, and those late night munchies.
I have been thrilled to see that many restaurants are putting mini versions of their desserts on the menu. I am a huge fan of bite size desserts because they satisfy my sweet tooth without overindulging.
They are also great for when you have a bunch of people at your table. You can order all of the mini desserts and you get to try them all out!
Another place you can usually enjoy mini desserts is at a celebration. The next time you have a party, make sure to fill your dessert table with bite size options. They are easy to pick up and eat in one or two bites and everyone gets to enjoy more than one dessert.
When are mini desserts appropriate?
So far I’ve mentioned that you can find tiny desserts at restaurants and parties, but there are so many other times you may want to whip up some of these cuties. Personally, I like to have them around the house for those times when I get the munchies and my sweet tooth is aching.
You can also use them for gifts, bake sales, weddings, showers, picnics, potlucks, barbecues and even in cookie exchanges — people will enjoy the variety!
Note: one thing I love about making recipes this small is that a lot of them are quick or no-bake. Meaning, in less than 30 minutes you can be done. Just a nice bonus!
Anyhoo, I’ve gathered over 40 bite size dessert recipes you are going to love! Just scroll down and enjoy, then let me know what you try in the comments.
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Lemon Blueberry Mini Bundt Cakes
These lemon blueberry mini bundt cakes are perfect for an Easter brunch, picnic, or even just a Sunday morning with the family! Get the recipe as well as my tips to make your bundt cakes (small or big!) successful. Includes video!
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www.barleyandsage.com
Mini Chocolate Covered Cream Puffs
These highly rated mini cream puffs are made with choux pastry stuffed with whipped cream and then topped with chocolate. Yes, please!
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Mini Cheesecakes
Want to make a small dessert that’s going to be a hit? This mini cheesecake recipe is perfect – easy to make, and they won’t last long!
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Blueberry Crisp
This lemon blueberry crisp is perfect for summer! Make these individual pies in mason jar lids. These are so cute and are great for parties!
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www.livewellbakeoften.com
Salted Caramel Brownie Bites
Make homemade fudgy brownie bites filled with a 2-ingredient caramel filling and topped with sea salt. The perfect mini dessert!
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www.sixsistersstuff.com
Red Velvet Cake Bites
You'll love this cake and frosting mixed together, then dipped in white chocolate. These are little bites of heaven and so easy to make!
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foodworthfeed.com
Billionaire Alfajores with Toasted Coconut
This delightful recipe combines millionaire shortbread bars with alfajores (a dulche de leche sandwich cookie). Just look at them — I can see why this combination takes them up from a millionaire to a billionaire!
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Cotton Candy Dessert Shots
Make these creamy cotton candy dessert shots that will remind you exactly of your favorite state fair food! Perfect for parties – easy and delicious.
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Mini Pumpkin Pies
These mini pumpkin pies are going to be an integral part of your fall dessert menu! Make these for Thanksgiving or any gathering with a lot of people. These are perfect for parties and you hardly need any cooking skills to make them.
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semisweetbites.com
Chocolate Nutella Tarts with Greek Yogurt
A graham cracker and hazelnut crust topped with a combination of Nutella, chocolate and Greek yogurt.
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theshortordercook.com
Tanghulu
Tanghulu, or Chinese candied fruit, is served on a stick because it is often purchased as street food. Of course, everyone loves food on a stick.
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theunlikelybaker.com
Mini Black Bottom Cupcakes
Two treats in one, black bottom cupcakes combine a chocolate cupcake with a cream cheese and chocolate chip center.
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xoxobella.com
Mini Cherry Tarts with Puff Pastry
This is an easy no-bake cherry cheesecake recipe. Super easy to make with premade puff pastry shells!
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Oreo Cheesecake Cups
Make these mini Oreo cheesecake cupcakes for an easy, creamy and delicious dessert – they're also perfect for parties.
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thesimplehomeplace.com
Chocolate Covered Cherry Brownie Bites
A delicious combination of chocolate and cherry in a small package! Easy to make and only four ingredients needed.
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Peanut Butter Cookie Cups
Learn how to make these peanut butter cookies with fudge in the middle! These are perfect for a Christmas cookie exchange.
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Chocolate Covered Bananas
If you're looking for a quick dessert that is packed with flavor – this is it! Both kids and adults will love these frozen chocolate covered bananas!
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lynnswayoflife.com
Brown Sugar & Walnut Mini Tarts
Not a fan of pecan pie? Maybe these walnut tarts are for you. The combination of walnuts and brown sugar is delicious!
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Mini Cakes
Make mini cakes the easy way. These cute desserts are perfect for parties, weddings, and showers. Get the mini cake recipe and see a video of how to do it!
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onmykidsplate.com
Cheesecake Stuffed Strawberries
Use up your fresh strawberries and blueberries with this super easy no-bake dessert. Prepare in 15 minutes and enjoy them in 40!
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www.marcellinaincucina.com
Cream Horns
Cream horns, or cannoncini as it is known in Italy, are puff pastries in a cone shape filled with buttercream and jam.
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www.splashoftaste.com
Mini Biscoff Cheesecakes
This no-bake cheesecake recipe features tasty Belgium biscuits and cookie butter from Biscoff. Yum!
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inspiredbycharm.com
Bite-Sized Peanut Butter Pie
A mini chocolate crust filled with a sweet peanut butter filling then topped with a chocolate drizzle and crushed peanuts.
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inthekitch.net
Red Velvet & White Chocolate Cake Pops
This recipe is so easy that kids can help make it! Both adults and kids will enjoy this red velvet mini dessert.
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cookingorgeous.com
Irmik Helvasi
This traditional Turkish pudding is made with only a few ingredients and is super easy to make.
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livetosweet.com
Raspberry Pistachio Tartlets
Pistachio tart crust is filled with honey-raspberry jam and then topped with toasted honey meringue.
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thegiftedgabber.com
Orange Creamsicle Cake Bites
These mini cake bites have a sponge cake consistency and a refreshing citrus flavor!
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www.lovefromtheoven.com
Carrot Mini Bundt Cakes
Moist carrot cake topped with a cream cheese frosting. For when you can't commit to a whole piece of carrot cake!
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brokebankvegan.com
Mueganos
Also known as Mexican street candy, mueganos are pieces of crispy dough held together with a caramel sauce made from piloncillo — a minimally processed Mexican brown sugar. They look like mini balls of monkey bread.
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greedyeats.com
Mini Chocolate Cupcakes
Moist chocolate cake piled high with chocolate buttercream frosting. You can make mini versions of all your cupcake recipes!
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holidaysweetsandtreats.com
Pecan Pie Mini Muffins
Who says pecan pie is only for Thanksgiving? With these mini muffins, you can enjoy pecans any time of year as a dessert or a breakfast!
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www.sugarandsoul.co
Deep Fried Cheesecake Bites
Crispy on the outside and creamy cheesecake on the inside. Serve these with your favorite topping, or put out a few for people to dip into!
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www.spatuladesserts.com
Financiers
Financiers, or French teacakes, are bite sized sponge cakes with a nutty flavor. Learn how to make almond, hazelnut and pistachio financiers in this post.
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thesoccermomblog.com
Pink Lemonade Mini Cheesecakes
Enjoy the taste of summer year-round with this dessert! Graham cracker crust topped with lemon cheesecake, lemon curd and fresh whipped cream.
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amagicalmess.com
Mini Caramel Apples
The grown up version of caramel apples! Little balls of apple dipped in caramel and your toppings of choice.
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stateofdinner.com
Funnel Cake Bites
Enjoy funnel cake at home! This recipe is made easy by using pancake mix. Enjoy them while their hot and feel like you're at a fair.
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newlywedsurvival.com
Candy Cane Dessert Minis
This is an easy make ahead holiday dessert combines the flavors of raspberry and peppermint and is served in cute little shot glasses.
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theflavorbells.com
Khaja
Khaja is an Indian syrup dunked crispy pastry. The pastry is rolled prior to frying and dipping in a sweet syrup and coated with crushed pistachios.
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joyfilledeats.com
Mini Lime Tartlets
Looking for a low-carb or keto treat that satisfies your sweet tooth? These lime tartlets are for you! Tangy, yet sweet and only 1 net carb each.
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