desserts

noun

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 Other prohibitions applied to energy drinks, candy, cake and other prepared desserts. — Benjamin Chrisinger, The Conversation, 28 Oct. 2026 Wendy's, founded in 1969 by Dave Thomas and named after his daughter, is known for its square burgers and Frosty desserts. — ABC News, 28 Oct. 2026 Wendy’s, founded in 1969 by Dave Thomas and named after his daughter, is known for its square burgers and Frosty desserts. — Los Angeles Times, 28 Oct. 2026 Costco has built a reputation for its massive bakery goods, especially desserts that are ideal for feeding a crowd. — Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 26 Oct. 2026 In general, bringing sweets and desserts is pretty safe gifting territory for parties around the holiday season. — Wilder Davies, Bon Appetit Magazine, 24 Oct. 2026 Its 10x13-inch size is ideal for most casseroles and desserts, especially cakes, and it’s made from stoneware that’s microwave and oven safe up to 500°F, according to the brand. — Carly Totten, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Oct. 2026 The showstopper is a very cute idea where each baker has to make a dessert cart with at least three classic desserts on it. — Brian Moylan, Vulture, 23 Oct. 2026 Many of the most popular desserts, like cake, cookies, ice cream and pie, tend to be loaded with fat, sugar, white flour and other not-so healthy ingredients. — Anahad O’Connor, Washington Post, 22 Oct. 2026
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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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