Sweet Treats for Mom: 12 Desserts to Make Her Mother’s Day Extra Special

Celebrate Mom with something sweet and homemade—here are 12 delicious dessert recipes that are perfect for making her feel extra special this Mother’s Day

 Mother’s Day is the perfect time to show just how much you care—with something homemade, beautiful, and irresistibly delicious. 

Whether you're planning a full brunch spread, a quiet afternoon tea, or a sweet surprise at the end of dinner, these dessert recipes are sure to make Mom feel loved and celebrated. 

Each treat is made with simple ingredients, easy-to-follow steps, and all the heart. 

Let’s bake something special for the most important woman in your life!

1. Classic Italian Tiramisu

A timeless no-bake dessert layered with coffee-soaked ladyfingers and creamy mascarpone—light, luscious, and unforgettable.
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2. Italian Limoncello Ricotta Cake

Moist, fragrant, and filled with bright lemon flavor and creamy ricotta—this cake is sunshine in every bite.
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 3. Melting Chocolate Lava Cake

A rich and indulgent chocolate cake with a gooey molten center—best served warm and shared with love.
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 4. Fruit Tarts with Custard Cream

See how easy is to make this picture-perfect tart filled with Italian custard cream and fresh berries

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 5. Soft Italian Tiramisu Crostata

A beautiful combination of two favorites: buttery crostata crust meets creamy tiramisu filling.
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 6. Peach Galette

Rustic, juicy, and golden—this free-form peach tart is as beautiful as it is delicious, especially with a scoop of gelato.
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 7. Mini Butter Cakes with Ice Cream and Berry Compote

Warm mini cakes paired with cold vanilla ice cream and a sweet berry sauce—easy and impressive.
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 8. Italian Almond Cookies (Pasticcini alle Mandorle)

Soft, chewy, naturally gluten-free almond cookies made with just a few simple ingredients—perfect with espresso.
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9. Upside Down Apple Cake

Buttery, caramelized apples top this moist and tender cake—perfectly served warm for a cozy finish.
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10. Cherry Crumble Cake (Torta di Ciliegie)

This soft, simple Italian cake is bursting with fresh cherries and dusted with powdered sugar—rustic and lovely.
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11. Lemon Budino (Italian Lemon Pudding Cake)

A delicate dessert with a fluffy cake-like top and a creamy lemon custard base—bright, tangy, and refreshing.
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 12. Chocolate Hearts Handpies

Flaky pastry hearts filled with warm Nutella—simple, cute, and guaranteed to make Mom smile.
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