As a busy parent, finding time to whip up something sweet for your family can be a challenge. Fear not! We've compiled some of the easiest and most delicious dessert recipes that will have your taste buds singing without taking hours of your precious time. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a complete novice, these recipes are designed to be quick, simple, and rewarding.

1. Strawberry Shortcake

This classic dessert is perfect for summer, and it's surprisingly easy to put together. With fresh strawberries and whipped cream, it's a light and refreshing treat that everyone will love.

1. Ingredients: Fresh strawberries, shortcake biscuits (store-bought or homemade), whipped cream.
2. Instructions:
   • Slice the strawberries and sprinkle with a little sugar. Let them sit for about 15 minutes to release their juices.
   • Layer the shortcake, strawberries, and whipped cream.
   • Repeat layers if desired and serve immediately.

2. Chocolate Pudding Pie

If you're a chocolate lover, this no-bake pie is a must-try. It's rich, creamy, and oh-so-easy to make.

1. Ingredients: Frozen pie crust, chocolate pudding mix, milk, whipped topping.
2. Instructions:
   • Bake the pie crust according to package instructions and let it cool.
   • Prepare the chocolate pudding according to the package instructions.
   • Fill the cooled pie crust with pudding, top with whipped topping, and refrigerate until set.

3. No-Bake Cheesecake

This dessert is a crowd-pleaser and requires no oven time. It's creamy, dreamy, and customizable with your favorite toppings.

1. Ingredients: Premade graham cracker or Oreo pie shell, cream cheese, whipped topping, powdered sugar, vanilla, canned pie filling.
2. Instructions:
   • Mix together cream cheese, whipped topping, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
   • Fill the pie shell with the cream cheese mixture.
   • Top with canned pie filling and refrigerate until set.

4. Banana Pudding with Real Whipped Cream

This recipe takes a classic dessert to a new level with fresh whipped cream. It's a nostalgic treat that's perfect for any occasion.

1. Ingredients: Vanilla wafers, bananas, instant vanilla pudding mix, milk, heavy cream, sugar.
2. Instructions:
   • Layer vanilla wafers and banana slices in a serving dish.
   • Prepare vanilla pudding according to package instructions and pour over layers.
   • Whip heavy cream with sugar until stiff peaks form and spread on top.
   • Chill before serving.

5. Fruit Parfait

This versatile dessert can be made with a variety of fruits and is as healthy as it is delicious.

1. Ingredients: Vanilla Greek yogurt, sugar-free instant cheesecake pudding, whipped topping, fresh or frozen fruit.
2. Instructions:
   • Mix yogurt, pudding, and whipped topping in a large bowl.
   • Layer with fruit in individual cups or a large bowl.
   • Chill before serving.

6. Peach Cobbler

This comforting dessert is perfect for using up ripe peaches and pairs beautifully with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

1. Ingredients: Fresh peaches, sugar, flour, baking powder, milk, butter.
2. Instructions:
   • Preheat oven and melt butter in a baking dish.
   • Mix flour, sugar, and baking powder, then add milk until just combined.
   • Pour batter over melted butter, top with peaches, and bake until golden.