The Sweeter Side of the Ranch: Ree Drummond's Best Dessert Recipes

Crushed chocolate sandwich cookies make up the base of this party-ready pie, which gets its flavor (and pretty pink hue) from a combination of fresh raspberries and raspberry yogurt in the filling. Store-bought instant pudding mix helps the filling turn out rich and thick (and saves you time when prepping the dessert).

Fresh lemon juice and lemon zest brighten up the classic rice pudding you know and love.

Using frozen store-bought tart shells means that this dessert can be prepped quickly and assembled just before serving.

Ree puts a spin on the classic chocolate chippers by mixing in a nutty granola, which delivers a crunchy texture.

Brown sugar adds a rich molasses flavor to these chocolate-studded bars.

Rather than traditional whipped cream, Ree serves her shortcakes with a tangy yogurt-based cream to balance the sweetness.

Ree uses store-bought sugar cookie dough as the base for these adorable sweet bites.

16 minutes is all you need for this warm fruit crisp layered with sweet berries and a cinnamon-almond topping.

Making a cake from scratch doesn't have to be difficult! Ree adds tons of sprinkles to a vanilla-flavored batter for a confetti surprise in every bite.

Pecan shortbread cookies give the crust a sweet and nutty flavor which pairs well with the lemon filling.

Ree uses a combination of fresh berries and berry jams for this easy cake. Make it ahead of time and then pop in the fridge to chill out until you’re ready to serve it.

Full of buttery toffee flavors, this no-fuss pudding is topped with a decadent salted caramel drizzle.

Ree adds a spin on the classic crispy treat using brown butter which adds a warm nutty flavor.

Peaches, sugar and store-bought ice cream are all you need for this summery treat.

These individual-serving puddings look fancy, but they’re actually so easy to prep. Ree balances the super-creamy lemon pudding with a base of crushed cookies.

For Ree, every celebration has to have cake. Layers of chocolate cake, whipped cream and a syrupy cherry sauce make for a decadent dessert fit for any occasion, even a regular weeknight at home.

True to their name, these bitesize desserts are bursting with color. Follow Ree’s lead and add a generous amount of sprinkles to the blondie batter and the fluffy whipped cream on top for adorable results.

Believe it or not, the secret to Ree’s impressive dessert is a store-bought dark chocolate cake mix. Whip together her two-ingredient ganache frosting for decadent results.

The key to Ree’s smooth custard is to gently temper the egg yolks by drizzling in a hot half-and-half mixture for a rich, silky consistency.

Ree throws together her father-in-law’s favorite dessert using a full pan of sliced apples topped with a generous helping of sugar and oats.

A brown sugar-oat mixture forms the crust of these layered bars, which get their gooey center from a blanket of creamy dulce de leche. Follow Ree's lead and opt for canned dulce de leche to keep the prep work easy.

It's all about layers of decadence in Ree's sweet-tooth-satisfying dessert. She makes her own buttery caramel sauce for an especially rich taste.

When concocting a milkshake of this magnitude, layering becomes key. Ree starts with swirls of ganache inside the glass, plus along the rim, so candies can stick to the chocolate. After that, she opts for a base of chocolate ice cream, then she piles on the toppings, including caramel bars for over-the-top dessert decadence.

For a no-bake dessert that yields impressive results every time, look no further than this party-ready tiramisu. The espresso-soaked ladyfinger cookies will slowly soften as they absorb the indulgent combination of white chocolate-mascarpone, sweetened egg yolks and whipped cream.

Ree's homemade Salted Caramel Sauce, made with salted butter and laced with a splash of vanilla, adds over-the-top decadence to her fluffy buttercream frosting, which complements the rich chocolate brownies.

Keep things cool with this Lemon Icebox Pie. The best part? It can be prepared days before serving.

Chocolate bars, glazed donuts, ice cream and rainbow sprinkles - those are the only ingredients needed for this sweet treat.