desserts

plural of dessert
as in sweets
sweet food eaten after the main part of a meal She doesn't care for rich desserts. a chocolate dessert

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Recent Examples of desserts Near the cash registers are packs of desserts from Jihwaja Bakery, like the geodic kkul tteok, stuffed with honey and sesame. — Vanessa Anderson, Los Angeles Times, 21 Oct. 2026 Lay’s is bringing some familiar holiday flavors to the snack aisle this season with five limited-edition varieties inspired by traditional dishes and desserts. — ABC News, 20 Oct. 2026 There are so many delicious desserts that star apples, including cakes, cobblers, and more. — Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 18 Oct. 2026 Leaving the skins on can add color and texture, especially in rustic desserts. — Chris Morocco, Bon Appetit Magazine, 16 Oct. 2026 Professional and amateur cooks from throughout the area will serve samples of their favorite appetizers, entrees and desserts while competing for votes and bragging rights. — Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 13 Oct. 2026 Don't skip desserts from pastry chef and co-owner Geri-Martha O'Hara, the mind behind beloved ice cream shop Big Spoon Creamery. — Leslie Pariseau, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Oct. 2026 The store also features produce, seafood shipped daily from East Coast fishing partners, ready-to-cook entrées, pre-marinated meats, a full-service meat department and a bakery offering cakes, specialty desserts, donuts, bagels and more. — Chase Jordan october 9, Charlotte Observer, 9 Oct. 2026 The seasonal baking find works out to roughly 48 cents per bean and can be used in holiday desserts or to make homemade vanilla extract, according to reports. — Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 9 Oct. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for desserts
sweets
Noun
  • Those willing to mix chocolate with non-chocolate sweets may find even better deals.
    — Kristine Lazar, CBS News, 14 Oct. 2026
  • The pop-up will feature the full collection, content from the campaign, sweets from Ritz Paris Le Comptoir and a gift with purchase for clients while supplies last.
    — Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 7 Oct. 2026

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“Desserts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/desserts. Accessed 25 Oct. 2026.

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