Birthday Recipes

Grab your party hat! Everything you need to plan the best party is right here, from photo-worthy birthday cake recipes (or the best cakes from stores, if that’s your thing) to extra-special birthday dinner ideas.

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    Magic Cookies

    6 Reviews

    Magic cookies transform the famous seven-layer bars into individual cookies chock-full of coconut, chocolate chips, butterscotch, cashews and more.

    Sourdough Brownies

    Sourdough brownies are some of the fudgiest bars you'll ever taste.


    Smith Island Cake

    Meet Smith Island cake—a beloved Maryland dessert that's rooted in community and coated in chocolate.


    Dubai Chocolate Strawberry Parfaits

    2 Reviews

    This easy recipe for Dubai chocolate strawberry parfaits is a fresh, fruity twist on the viral chocolate bar from Dubai.


    Cherry Pie Cocktail

    Sipping on this cherry pie cocktail might just fool you into thinking you're indulging in a real slice of sweet...

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    Rainbow Mochi Rice Krispies Treats

    1 Reviews

    Classic cereal treats get a playful upgrade with these rainbow mochi Rice Krispies treats. Fruity cereal, chewy mochi and plenty...


    Rhubarb Margarita

    Our rhubarb margarita is perfect for patio season brunches or any day that needs a little sparkle. It's equal parts...


    20 Birthday Party Favors for Adults

    We found plenty of party favors for adults that guests will love! Choose from homemade treats, drink gifts and thoughtful...


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    Lucy Wang’s Ice Cream Cake Pops

    1 Reviews

    Are you still bringing store-bought cupcakes to birthdays and baby showers? Try this recipe instead, because I guarantee you it’s...


    Air-Fryer Cinnamon Rolls

    1 Reviews

    When you want a fresh, hot, frosted pastry in the morning, make these easy air-fryer cinnamon rolls. The air fryer...


    Campari Spritz

    The Campari spritz is your ticket to an instant Italian vacation—no passport required. With just three ingredients and a recipe...


    Chocolate Tres Leches Cake

    1 Reviews

    Put a decadent, chocolate-lovers twist on a Latin American classic with this chocolate tres leches cake recipe.


    Dulce de Leche Cake

    1 Reviews

    With three fluffy cake layers and a creamy frosting with notes of caramel, this dulce de leche cake is sure...

    Green Velvet Cupcakes

    1 Reviews

    These moist and fluffy green velvet cupcakes with cream cheese frosting will leave your old-fashioned red velvet recipe green with...


    Strawberry Agua Fresca

    Water, sugar, strawberries and lime juice are all you need to make a refreshing summer drink. It only takes 20...


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    Cake Pops

    2 Reviews

    Cake pops will satisfy everyone's sweet tooth. Learn how to make cake pops that are easy and delicious for any...


    Homemade Moon Pies

    My husband loved moon pies when he was a child, and he loves this homemade version now. Add jam or...


    Ding Dong Cake

    This heavenly Ding Dong cake is equal parts chocolate, vanilla cream filling and pure grade school nostalgia.


    Coal Miners Chocolate Cake

    3 Reviews

    This old-fashioned recipe for coal miners chocolate cake is Appalachia's fuss-free version of Black Forest cake.


    Swedish Visiting Cake

    6 Reviews

    This old-fashioned Swedish visiting cake recipe is infused with almond flavor and has a sweet, crunchy almond topping.


    Copycat Domino’s Cookie Brownies

    This copycat recipe for Domino's cookie brownies delivers the fudgy, the gooey, the chocolaty and the chewy.


    Copycat Marshall Field’s Chocolate Cookies

    Department store cookies were a storied shopping tradition that is deeply missed. Relive the glory days with this copycat Marshall...

    Copycat Chick-fil-A Brownies

    1 Reviews

    It's official: Chick-fil-A is the best at everything—including dessert. We present this copycat Chick-fil-A brownies recipe as evidence.


    Confetti Birthday Cake with Chocolate Buttercream

    3 Reviews

    This is a moist confetti cake with lots of sprinkles and a whipped chocolate buttercream. It's perfect for birthday celebrations!...


    Confetti Birthday Drip Cake

    1 Reviews

    This is a moist and fluffy vanilla drip cake with lots of sprinkles and a whipped vanilla buttercream. It's almost...


    No-Bake Peanut Butter Energy Bars

    1 Reviews

    This easy granola bar recipe is healthier than most. It's made with natural ingredients, and no baking is required! You...


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    Strawberry Pretzel Dessert Jars

    2 Reviews

    Need to bring a dish to pass this weekend? This make-ahead layered dessert, adorable in individual Mason jars, will disappear...


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    Letter-Stamped Butter Cookies

    1 Reviews

    Alphabet cookie stamps make creating these one-of-a-kind treats a snap. Surprise your guests with dessert before dinner! —Taste of Home...