20 Easy Desserts Made with 5 Ingredients (or less)

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These 20 Desserts made with just 5 ingredients are incredibly easy to make! From creamy mousses to puddings and ice cream, we’ve got you covered!

20 easy desserts made with 5 ingredients

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Here you will find simple and quick desserts for all tastes! From creamy mousses, classic desserts, ice cream and many other recipes with just 5 ingredients or less!

Explore a wide variety of desserts to make for different occasions, whether it’s a festive season or after a simple family dinner! Most of these desserts have a simple step-by-step recipe video.

We have many more Dessert recipes on our site that you might enjoy, like this classic Portuguese vermicelli pudding, Pumpkin tiramisu, Pineapple upside down cake or this Creamy rice pudding with condensed milk.

 
 

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20 EASY DESSERTS MADE WITH 5 INGREDIENTS

1. Tigelada (3-Ingredient Portuguese Dessert)

Tigelada in a clay bowl

This tigelada is a traditional Portuguese creamy dessert made with just 3 simple ingredients. It only takes 5 minutes to prepare!

2. Strawberry Jam

Strawberry jam in a glass jar

Take advantage of strawberry season and make this creamy and delicious homemade strawberry jam! It only has 3 ingredients and takes 5 minutes to prepare.

3. Portuguese Flan

Portuguese flan in a plate

This creamy Portuguese flan is made with a simple mixture of milk, eggs, lemon zest and sugar. Only takes 30 minutes to bake in the oven!

4. Easy Baked Apples

Easy Baked Apples in a rectangular platter

These delicious baked apples with just 5 simple ingredients are super easy to make for a comforting and cozy, gluten-free dessert.

5. Baba de Camelo (Camel Drool Dessert)

Baba de camelo (Camel drool dessert) in a glass bowl

This easy and creamy baba de camelo (camel drool dessert) is simply irresistible! It only has 2 ingredients and takes 15 minutes to prepare!

6. 4-Ingredient Chocolate Mousse

Chocolate mousse on a glass bowl

This delicious and creamy chocolate mousse recipe is super simple to make! It only has 4 ingredients and takes 20 minutes to prepare!

7. 3-Ingredient Quince Jam

Quince jam in a glass jar with toasts

This creamy 3-Ingredient Quince Jam is perfect for breakfast! It’s a simple and fresh jam with just 3 ingredients!

8. Serradura (Portuguese Sawdust Pudding)

Serradura (Portuguese sawdust pudding) on a small glass bowl

Serradura (Sawdust Pudding) is a creamy, layered Portuguese dessert made with just 3 ingredients. It’s super easy and only takes 10 minutes to prepare!

9. Lemon Ice Cream

Lemon ice cream on a glass bowl

When it gets too hot, this lemon ice cream is a great solution to enjoy on a terrace… Prepare this very refreshing recipe at home! It’s the ideal recipe for a hot summer day!

10. Strawberry Mousse

Strawberry mousse on a glass bowl

If you enjoy fresh and creamy desserts, this easy strawberry mousse is perfect for you. It’s a simple recipe with just 4 ingredients!

11. Easy Cinnamon Apple Slices

Easy cinnamon apple slices on a tureen

Do you want to make a simple, quick and very tasty dessert? Make this delicious and easy recipe of cinnamon apple slices!

12. Homemade Pumpkin Jam

Homemade pumpkin jam on a glass jar

This simple and creamy homemade pumpkin jam has just 5 ingredients! It’s perfect for a simple family breakfast!

13. Chocolate Ice Cream

Chocolate ice cream on a glass bowl

Do yourself a delicious homemade chocolate ice cream! It’s easy, economic, has excellent presentation and the whole family will love it.

14. Egg White Pudding

Egg white pudding on a plate

This fluffy and simple egg white pudding, with just 4 ingredients, has an incredible mix of flavors. It only takes 20 minutes to bake in the oven!

15. Meringues

Meringues on a rectangular plate

If you going to have a party, we present you a delicious sweet with excellent presentation! The meringues are light, crispy and great to serve in a special occasion!!

16. 5-Ingredient Coffee Mousse

5-Ingredient Coffee Mousse on a glass bowl

This delicious and creamy coffee mousse is super simple to make! It’s a 5-ingredient mousse that only takes 15 minutes to prepare!

17. Easy Wafer Cinnamon Pudding (5 Ingredients)

Easy wafer cinnamon pudding in a glass bowl

This easy wafer cinnamon pudding recipe is a refreshing and creamy dessert with just 5 ingredients! It only takes 10 minutes to prepare!

18. 4-Ingredient Pear Jam

Pear jam in a glass jar

With just 4 ingredients, this fresh and creamy pear jam is simply irresistible! You can serve it for breakfast with toasts or take it to a picnic with family and friends!

19. Strawberry Ice Cream

Strawberry ice cream in a glass bowl

Take advantage of strawberry season and serve this delicious strawberry ice cream as dessert! It only has 5 ingredients and takes 20 minutes to prepare!

20. Lime Mousse

Lime Mousse in a glass bowl

This fresh and creamy lime mousse is made with 5 ingredients and takes just 10 minutes to prepare! It’s the perfect dessert to serve after a family dinner!