No Trays, No Trifle—Just the 16 Best Desserts You Can Make in An 8x8 Pan

You know those times when you want something sweet but don’t want to deal with fancy layers or giant batches? That’s where desserts you can make in an 8×8 pan seriously come to the rescue. They’re easy, low-effort, and perfect when you just need a little something indulgent. Trust me, these picks are way more exciting than your usual tray bakes.

Sprinkle Blondies With Chocolate Chips

Three colorful funfetti blondies with chocolate chips, made in an 8x8 pan, are stacked on top of each other and surrounded by rainbow sprinkles against a dark background. — Sprinkle Blondies With Chocolate Chips. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Sprinkle Blondies are an EASY cookie like dessert bar that comes together in just 10 minutes with sprinkles and chocolate chips. Perfect for a summer cookout.
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Strawberry Cream Cheese Coffee Cake

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This from-scratch strawberry cream cheese coffee cake is moist and tender, with a cream cheese layer, strawberry jam, moist vanilla cake, and a buttery crumb topping.
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Blueberry Self-Saucing Pudding Cake

A bowl of blueberry self-saucing pudding topped with ice cream. — Blueberry Self-Saucing Pudding Cake. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

This blueberry self-saucing pudding cake is a gooey and flavorful dessert that consists of spongy cake swimming in a sweet blueberry sauce.
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Rhubarb Coffee Cake With Brown Butter Crumble

This soft and moist rhubarb coffee cake is an easy recipe that’s perfect for spring or summer, with a delicious brown butter streusel topping.
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Shortbread Toffee Bars With Chocolate

Buttery shortbread is topped with a gooey sweet layer and then covered with chocolate and toffee bits for an amazing dessert bar.
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S’Mores Bars, With Rice Krispies

Close-up of dessert bars reminiscent of rice krispie treats, topped with toasted mini marshmallows and revealing a chewy layer beneath with visible pretzels and chocolate, set on a light surface. — S’Mores Bars, With Rice Krispies. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

You don’t need a campfire to enjoy a summertime favorite. S’more Bars are a chocolate Rice Krispie bar topped with roasted marshmallows. There’s nothing like a gooey roasted marshmallow.
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Dulce De Leche Brownies

Transport yourself to Latin America with these Dulce de Leche Brownies. The basic chocolate dessert stepped its game up with this caramel-like delight.
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Raspberry Brownies

Fudgy brownies with fresh raspberries on a black counter — Raspberry Brownies. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Rich and fudgy, Raspberry Brownies with cream cheese and fresh raspberries baked in are a decadent dessert.
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Southern Blackberry Cobbler With Peaches (Optional Bourbon!)

Southern Blackberry Cobbler with peaches in a black bowl with a scoop of ice cream. — Southern Blackberry Cobbler With Peaches (Optional Bourbon!). Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Combine sweet blackberries and Southern peaches in a cobbler that’s perfect for any occasion. A little bourbon adds a nice twist.
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Easy Marshmallow Peppermint Fudge

A round platter with a batch of holiday fudge. — Easy Marshmallow Peppermint Fudge. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Peppermint Fudge is just what you need during the holidays. It’s so quick and easy to make and makes a perfect gift for someone special.
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Cast Iron Skillet Blackberry Cobbler

A close-up of a berry cobbler with a golden-brown crust, topped with melting vanilla ice cream scoops. A spoon has scooped out a portion, revealing the juicy berry filling inside. — Cast Iron Skillet Blackberry Cobbler. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

This Blackberry Skillet Cobbler combines juicy blackberries with a soft and springy golden brown cake on top.
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Tasty Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats

A pan of chocolate rice krispie squares on parchment paper. — Tasty Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Treats. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

These Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Bars are a little slice of heaven thanks to yummy melted chocolate and creamy peanut butter.
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Brown Butter Rice Krispie Treats

A brown butter Rice Krispie treat being pulled away from the rest. — Brown Butter Rice Krispie Treats. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

With just three ingredients, it’s no surprise that these Brown Butter Rice Krispie treats are the best and only one extra step.
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Moravian Sugar Cake From Scratch

Squares of cinnamon sugar coffee cake, a delightful addition to any homemade cakes collection, are arranged on a wooden board, with a light blue cloth and a white mug with a spoon beside them. The cake appears light, fluffy, and golden-brown. — Moravian Sugar Cake From Scratch. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

Moravian Sugar Cake is made with soft yeast dough and topped with butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg, for a sweet, caramelized treat.
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Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Fudge

Reese’s Peanut Butter Fudge is a creamy and rich fudge that only requires 3 easy ingredients and is ready in 10 minutes!
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Sugar Cookie Cheesecake Bars. Photo credit: Semi Homemade Kitchen.

Satisfy your sweet tooth with these easy sugar cookie cheesecake bars. Creamy cheesecake meets buttery cookie crust for a delicious treat!
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