Celebrate Dad with These Homemade Father's Day Desserts

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This Father's Day, after giving dad his gifts and festive Father's Day activities, surprise dad with a homemade Father's Day dessert from the heart.

It's the best way to finish off an epic Father's Day dinner and let dad know how much you appreciate all that's he's done for you over the years. From chocolate pies to fruity desserts to classic cakes, there's sure to be something on his list that he'll love!

This stunner of a pie is perfect for a dad with a big family — or a lot of friends.

Get the recipe for Apricot-Almond Slab Pie with Brandy Caramel Sauce.

Got a classic dad? Bake him a dessert that's just as timeless as he is!

Get the recipe for Classic New York-Style Cheesecake.

This homemade ice cream is reminiscent of a classic Dad favorite: Ben & Jerry's Cherry Garcia. This version, however, is a bit more grown-up, flavor-wise. Dad's going to love it.

Get the recipe for Brandied Cherry-and-Chocolate Chunk Ice Cream.

Fresh, homemade cherry syrup in a cola is worlds away from the store-bought stuff, and making it is easier than you might think. Add a little rum, and it's a "dessert" sure to bring a smile to Dad's face.

Get the recipe for Cherry Syrup and Rum Soda.

Is Dad a fan of checkered flannel? Make him a cake that's just as stylish as he is!

Get the recipe for Coconut Cream Gingham Cake.

This gluten-free pie (the "crust" is meringue!) uses the season's best fruit to make a flavorful pie. Bake it up for your favorite guardian angel.

Get the recipe for Strawberry-Lemonade Angel Pie.

What father doesn't love cheesecake? This no-bake version is a cinch to make. Top it with his favorite berry sauce—we give you four to choose from!

Get the recipe for No Bake Cheesecake.

If dad's favorite cake is German chocolate, he'll love the pie version! With a rich and luxurious chocolate filling and classic German chocolate cake filling on top of that, this pie is a sweet treat he won't soon forget.

Get the recipe for German Chocolate Pie.

With dark chocolate, Guinness beer, and flaky sea salt, these Father's Day brownies have dad's name written all over them. (You can also use an icing pen to just write dad's name on them.)

Get the recipe for Fudgy Stout Brownies.

Wow dad on Father's Day with this campfire-grilled version of a classic!

Get the recipe for Campfire-Grilled Pineapple Upside Down Cake.

If dad loves brownies, but also pie, try this Texas-inspired fave!

Get the recipe for Pecan-Brownie Pie.

Not only is this sweet dessert lick-your-fingers good, but it also gives dad the chance to make an "Oh Fudge!" dad joke, and what could be better than that?

Get the recipe for Maple, Cinnamon, and Walnut Fudge.

This classic Southern dessert shines as a simple-to-make bundt! And makes a show-stopping centerpiece for your Father's Day gathering.

Get the recipe for Hummingbird Bundt Cake.

Bake up a pile of these everything-goes-in bars for the snack-loving dad who just can't decide what he likes best.

Get the recipe for Kitchen Sink Layer Bars.

This delicious dessert can be grilled or cooked over a campfire, making it the perfect thing to make for dad on Father's Day.

Get the recipe for Cast-Iron Caramel, Marshmallow, and Salted Almond Brownies .

If dad's sweet tooth tends more towards salty foods, he may really dig this slightly healthier Father's Day dessert. Serve it toasted with butter and a cup of after-dinner coffee.

Get the recipe for Banana Bread with Salted Peanut Streusel.

This homemade chocolate bark is well balanced with roasted nuts and flakes of sea salt—we recommend using Maldon.

Get the recipe for Roasted Hazelnut & Pistachio Dark Chocolate Bark.

Make this classic dessert with several upgrades for a Father's Day dessert dad won't forget: The berries are soaked in brandy for a deeper flavor, the whipped cream uses malted milk, and our biscuit uses a special technique to keep it both light and crispy!

Get the recipe for Brandied Strawberry Shortcakes.

Instead of treating dad to an after-dinner coffee, treat him to a slice of this decadent pie!

Get the recipe for Mocha Cream Pie.

If you're feeding a big crew for your Father's Day celebration, this one pie is big enough—and more importantly good enough—to satisfy everyone.

Get the recipe for Key Lime Slab Pie.

Does dad love a good bourbon? Try putting a little of his favorite in this easy bread pudding. (But don't take it from his bottle!)

Get the recipe for Brioche Bread Pudding.

Chocolate-covered toffee bars are the garnish on this elegant, epically delicious cake. This is a cake that dad won't soon forget!

Get the recipe for Toffee Crunch Cake.

The best part of this healthy Father's Day recipe is that you can use his favorite fruit—or combo of fruits.

Get the recipe for Any Fruit Crisp.

Make dad feel like a million bucks with this rich combo of caramel, cookie, and chocolate.

Get the recipe for Millionaires' Shortbread.

Filled with toasty pecans and melty chocolate chunks, serve dad a slice of this pie while still warm and with a scoop of ice cream.

Get the recipe for Chocolate-Chunk Pecan Pie.

This cold, creamy recipe is like a cross between mousse and ice cream. Use whatever berries Dad likes best.

Get the recipe for Raspberry and Pistachio Semifreddo.

This easy Father's Day dessert swaps the more complicated lattice in favor of a smart crumble pie topping. Don't forget the ice cream!

Get the recipe for Strawberry-Almond Crumble Pie.

If your dad is a fan of apple and caramel flavors, this upside-down pie recipe is the one. You cook the fruit on the bottom of the pan to make it delicious, then flip it over to make it look impressive.

Get the recipe for Maple-Apple Tarte Tatin.

Another great way to serve apple pie, this slab will feed a crowd—or a small crew of big eaters!

Get the recipe for Salted Caramel-Apple Slab Pie.

Make Dad feel like a kid again with German Chocolate Cake inspired sandwich cookies.

Get the recipe for German Chocolate Sandwich Cookies.

If dad loves pie but doesn't want to eat a whole huge slice, these mini pies are the perfect sweet to treat him on Father's Day.

Get the recipe for Mini Apple & Raspberry Pies.

This rich cake, soaked in three kinds of milk, is a sweet, creamy dream! If dad is a chocolate lover, he'll love a slice of this cake as an after Father's Day dinner treat.

Get the recipe for Chocolate Tres Leches Cake.

This moist, sweet cake is uncomplicated and great—just like Dad!

Get the recipe for Peach Upside-Down Cake.

What we love about whoopie pies is that they basically turn cake into a sandwich. We're pretty sure your dad will appreciate the ingenuity.

Get the recipe for Blueberry Whoopie Pies.

Dads appreciate things like cooking things on sticks, building fires, and upgrading stuff. How, then, could he not love these innovative s'mores?

Get the recipe for Best-Ever S'mores, 3 Ways.

We took Dad's favorite ice cream flavor and turned it into an unbeatable pie. You're welcome.

Get the recipe for Rocky Road Pie.

These not-too-sweet hand pies are great for a post-BBQ Father's Day treat.

Get the recipe for Cranberry-Apple Hand Pies.

Homemade donut-style fritters are a great, easy way to finish your Father's Day feast. They'd also make a sweet treat for Father's Day brunch!

Get the recipe for Pie-Spiced Apple Fritters.

We love the way this tasty fruit crumble cooks largely unattended, so you can simply pull it out of the oven when you're done eating, top it with a dollop of sour-whipped cream, and tuck in!

Get the recipe for Apple-Blackberry Crumble.

What better way to celebrate dad than with a giant three layer cookie-and-ice-cream sandwich drizzled in chocolate sauce? (No better way, that's what.)

Get the recipe for Chocolate Chip Cookie Cake.

These delicious and festive cookie sandwiches are waffle good. 😉

Get the recipe for Rainbow Waffle Sandwiches.

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