These old-fashioned rhubarb custard bars are a lovely way to make the most of fresh or frozen rhubarb. A buttery crust is topped with a sweet, creamy fruit filling and baked until set. They’re delicious on their own, but the optional cream cheese topping makes them an extra-special treat.

These homemade blackberry bars combine juicy berries with a hearty oat crumble for a treat that works just as well at the breakfast table as it does for dessert. The berries are cooked into a simple filling, then layered between a buttery oat crust and crumbly topping. Fresh, frozen, or canned berries can all work, making this an especially handy recipe for using what you have on hand.

There’s something special about a simple, old-fashioned cobbler. This family recipe uses an easy pour-over batter and whatever berries or fruit you have on hand. As it bakes, the fruit and batter come together into a warm, golden dessert that’s especially good served with a scoop of ice cream.

Dump cake might be one of the easiest desserts around. Canned peaches or pears are topped with cake mix and butter, then baked until bubbling and golden. With just a handful of pantry ingredients and almost no prep, it’s a great recipe to keep around for an easy dessert.