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10 Perfectly Portioned Desserts for One to Satisfy Your Cravings

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Sometimes you just need a little something sweet without the hassle of making a big batch. These perfectly portioned desserts for one are quick, easy, and guaranteed to satisfy your cravings—no leftovers necessary!

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Delicious Single-Serving Desserts

Oftentimes all you need is a little something sweet to satisfy your cravings, but making a full batch of dessert can feel like overkill. That’s where these perfectly portioned treats come in! Whether you’re in the mood for a warm, gooey brownie or a creamy cheesecake in a jar, these single-serve desserts are designed to hit the spot without leaving behind a pile of leftovers. 

These incredible single-serve dessert recipes offer a variety of flavors and textures to suit any craving. From quick microwave mug cakes to no-bake delights, each recipe is perfectly sized for solo enjoyment. Whether you’re winding down after a long day or treating yourself to a weekend indulgence, these dessert ideas make it easy to enjoy a little sweetness without the fuss—or temptation—of storing extra.


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Try this super simple one-serving lemon cheesecake to satisfy your dessert cravings!

Ingredients

  • 8 oz. cream cheese
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 2 lemons
  • Ginger cookies (such as Speculoos) or graham crackers

Method

  1. Place cream cheese (e.g. Philadelphia) in a mixing bowl.
  2. Add powdered sugar.
  3. Beat ingredients together.
  4. Cut a lemon in half and squeeze the juice of one half into the mixture.
  5. Mix well.
  6. Cut the top and bottom off of a lemon and hollow.
  7. Fill the hollowed-out lemon with the whipped mixture.
  8. Crush ginger cookies and sprinkle the crumbles on top.
  9. Serve and enjoy!

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