17 Easy Dessert Recipes Made With 3 Ingredients or Less

When it comes to dessert recipes, sometimes you just want something nice and simple to satisfy your sweet tooth. Yums like chocolate chip cookies or lemon lavender ice cream can be fun, but they often require a packed pantry, full of ingredients and mix-ins. These drool-worthy recipes are made with just three (that's right, THREE) ingredients or less. Whip up one of these sweet treats next time you're in a pinch to quell a sugar craving.

Banana Cinnamon Rolls

Talk about clean eating. These amazing cinnamon rolls are completely vegan and grain-free. The sweetness, of course, comes from bananas and dates — two of the most beloved dessert ingredients in the world of healthy eating. You only need three ingredients (bananas + dates + cinnamon), but you can add vanilla and/or salt if desired. (via Feasting on Fruit)

Simple 3-Ingredient Chocolate Covered Date Nut Bars

Dates, nuts and dark chocolate chips are all you need to make these healthy and flat-out YUMMY nut bars. These babies are chock full of antioxidants (from the nuts and dark chocolate) and healthy fats, making them perfect for anyone looking for a semi-sweet, healthy dessert option. (via Fit Mitten Kitchen)

3-Ingredient Chocolate Truffles

The fact that you can make confectionary-quality truffles with just a handful of ingredients right at home makes this dessert recipe unbelievably easy. Make sure to make enough for guests – they'll love them! (via A Spicy Perspective)

3 Ingredient Flourless Peanut Butter Mug Cake

If you haven’t yet heard of mug cakes, get ready to have your mind blown. These creative desserts can be made in minutes, require very few ingredients and are often super-healthy. Case in point: This flourless peanut butter version. (via Kirbie’s Cravings)

Healthy 3-Ingredient Flourless Sweet Potato Brownies

Mashed sweet potatoes, cocoa powder and almond butter are all you need to make these healthy, vegan and Paleo-approved brownies. Pro tip: Try not to over-mix the ingredients. The more mixing you do, the longer it will take to cook. (via The Big Man’s World)

3-Ingredient Buttery Shortbread Cookies

These cookies may LOOK Christmas-y, but sub in different-colored sprinkles, and you can serve them year-round. They are the ultimate shortbread cookies, with one exception: You only need butter, brown sugar and all-purpose flour to make them. (via Chew Out Loud)

Chocolate Coconut Balls

The base of these healthy dessert balls is coconut, which makes them not only tasty, but rich in healthy plant-based fats. Pro tip: If you really want to up the flavor of these little noms, add a fourth ingredient — vanilla extract. (via Forks N Knives)

3-Ingredient Peanut Butter Protein Balls

Oats, protein powder, and peanut butter join forces for a sweet treat that's ready in a matter of minutes. (via The Girl On Bloor)

Easy 3-Ingredient Creamy Peanut Butter Fudge

If you love the flavor combo of peanut butter and almonds, you’re going to LOVE this decadent fudge recipe. It only takes three ingredients to whip up too — minus the refrigeration time that comes with any fudge recipe, of course. (via Sprinkle Bakes)

Nutella Chocolate Fondue

Just take some Nutella and heavy cream to craft a totally chocolatey dipping sauce for fruits and finger cakes! (via A Spicy Perspective)

Easy 3-Ingredient Fudge Quick Dessert

This one boasts chocolate as the star ingredient, satisfying the cravings of all the chocolate lovers out there. (via Dear Crissy)

Flourless 3-Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies

Love the taste of peanut butter cookies? These healthy, flourless cookies will be right up your alley. The only ingredients in these babies are peanut butter, eggs and granulated sugar. (via Life Made Sweeter)

3-Ingredient Flourless Nutella Mug Cake

This mug cake recipe features the flavors of chocolate and hazelnuts, all made in one convenient little mug. Whisk all three ingredients together in a cup, and pop it in the microwave for just over a minute. It’s literally that simple. (via Kirbie’s Cravings)

3 Ingredient Coconut Macaroons

Coconut macaroons made easy. These delicious cookies are gluten-free and ready in just over 30 minutes. Make sure to use sweetened coconut flakes for extra flavor. (via Living Sweet Moments)

2-Ingredient Buncha Crunch

All you need is some of your favorite chocolate and cereal to make this easy yet satisfying sweet treat. You can make this any time of day, plus it's easy to customize with different cereals and chocolates. (via Rachel Mansfield)

Easiest Nutella Brownies Easy Dessert Recipe

To be clear, if you top these hazelnut-y Nutella brownies with decadent chocolate and ice cream, you'll technically be using five ingredients. But as rich as these brownies are, you don't completely NEED to top them with anything. (via Kirbie's Cravings)

The next time you go scouring the internet for dessert recipes, consider one of these picks (and don't forget to tag us)! Not only are these 3-ingredient dessert recipes quick and easy, but they're also yummy. That's a win-win-win in our book.

This post has been updated from a previous article.