Anybody who loves baking is faced with a dilemma when warm weather hits. No one wants to go without homemade desserts for months. On the other hand, who wants to turn on the oven when the heat is on outside? That's where the ever-useful Crock-Pot comes in. So many sweet treats can be prepared in a slow cooker without raising the temperature in the kitchen at all!
From cakes to cookies to cobblers and more, it truly seems like there's no dessert the slow cooker can't take on. Whether there's a spoil of summer fruits to be taken advantage of or there's an alarming lack of brownies in the house, that Crock-Pot can handle every confectionery need — no matter the season. Even better, there are usually fewer steps involved in making desserts this way. And fewer steps equals less time cleaning up! (Sometimes "slow" cooking really is the speediest way to go.)
Bread pudding, brownies, cobblers, cakes, and even giant cookies can all be baked (or should we say "no-baked"?) in a Crock Pot.
From the looks of it, the only dessert that can't be prepared in a slow cooker is an ice cream cake. And, who knows? Somebody will probably figure out a way how to do it eventually!
Peach Cobbler Crock-Pot Recipe
Nothing says summer like this Crock-Pot peach cobbler recipe from Six Sisters' Stuff. Ice cream is optional (but is it, really?).
Cheesecake Crock-Pot Recipe
Fans of slow-cooker baking swear that cheesecake like this one from Moms with Crockpots is even better than the traditional kind.
Peanut Butter Cup Crock-Pot Cake Recipe
Anybody who can't stop themselves from stealing all the Reese's from their kid's Halloween candy stash will be completely obsessed with this Crock-Pot peanut butter cup cake recipe from Moms with Crockpots.
Hot Fudge Brownies Crock-Pot Recipe
Even better than a brownie sundae? These Crock-Pot hot fudge brownies from Recipes That Crock.
Cherry Dump Cake Crock-Pot Recipe
Definitely hang on to this recipe for Crock-Pot cherry dump cake from Life Love Liz when 4th of July rolls around!
Blackberry Cobbler Crock-Pot Recipe
The most delicious reason ever to go berry picking, this Crock-Pot blackberry cobbler recipe from Moms with Crockpots makes a very summery treat.
S'mores Cake Crock-Pot Recipe
Speaking of summery treats, this s'mores cake from A Savory Feast doesn't require a campfire or sticks. Just a Crock-Pot!
Apple Crisp Crock-Pot Recipe
Not just for autumn, this Crock-Pot apple crisp recipe from Kristine's Kitchen Blog is tasty home-baking that doesn't require an oven.
Cinnamon Swirl Spoon Cake Crock-Pot Recipe
This Crock-Pot cinnamon swirl spoon cake from Recipes That Crock isn't just a dessert — it can double as breakfast, too.
Chocolate Lava Cake Crock-Pot Recipe
Impressive enough to be a fancy dinner party dessert, this Crock-Pot chocolate lava cake from Hip 2 Save is much easier to make than it looks.
Crock-Pot Cookie Bars Recipe
These cookie bars from The Stay at Home Chef are ideal for bake sales and birthday parties, and they cook right in the Crock-Pot.
Oreo Cheesecake Crock-Pot Recipe
The most amazing thing about this Crock-Pot Oreo cheesecake from Freebie Finding Mom is that it's. Oreo. Cheesecake.
Chocolate Cherry Dr. Pepper Cobbler Crock-Pot Recipe
Soda in cobbler? Don't question it, because this chocolate cherry Dr Pepper cobbler Crock-Pot recipe from Life Should Cost Less is simply irresistible.
Hot Fudge Turtle Brownies Crock-Pot Recipe
There are brownies, and then there are hot fudge turtle brownies like these Crock-Pot-made goodies from Mom on Timeout. They're on a whole other level!
No-Bake Cookies Crock-Pot Recipe
The problem with most "no-bake" cookies is that they still require a bunch of stirring. Not so with these Crock-Pot no-bake cookies from Recipes That Crock.
Strawberry Cream Cake Crock-Pot Recipe
As pretty as a picnic, this Crock-Pot strawberry cream cake from Recipes That Crock will brighten up any table (or social media feed).
Coconut Cake Crock-Pot Recipe
Eating this tantalizingly tropical Crock-Pot coconut cake from Living Sweet Moments will feel like a mini vacation.
Vanilla Sour Cream Cake Crock-Pot Recipe
Classic but not even a little bit boring, this vanilla sour cream Crock-Pot cake from Recipes That Crock tastes like a dream afternoon snack.
Peaches & Cream Dump Cake Crock-Pot Recipe
Peaches aren't just for cobbler, as this yummy peaches 'n' cream dump cake Crock-Pot recipe from Recipes That Crock proves.
Pineapple Coconut Spoon Cake Crock-Pot Recipe
Crock-Pot coconut spoon cake from Recipes That Crock combines the dynamic duo of tropical flavors.
Razzleberry Crisp Crock-Pot Recipe
One can never have too many berry recipes in the summer months! And this Crock-Pot razzleberry crisp from Recipes That Crock is a particular must-have.
Lemon Blueberry Crock-Pot Dump Cake Recipe
This lemon blueberry dump cake Crock-Pot recipe from The Frugal Girls puts a perfectly tart twist on summer berries.
Red Velvet Spoon Brownie Crock-Pot Recipe
Red velvet cupcake fans will fall in love with this Crock-Pot red velvet spoon brownie from Recipes That Crock.
Giant Chocolate Chip Cookie Crock-Pot Recipe
What's better than plain old chocolate chip cookies? This giant chocolate chip cookie from Delish — and it's made in the Crock-Pot!
Rice Pudding Crock-Pot Recipe
Traditional and trendy all at once, this Crock-Pot rice pudding from The Country Cook is the ultimate comfort food.
Salted Caramel Cookie Bars Crock-Pot Recipe
This salted caramel cookie bars recipe from Slow Cooker Gourmet creates a Crock-Pot dessert that's beyond decadent.
Crock-Pot Banana Bread Cake with Brown Sugar Sauce
This Crock-Pot recipe for banana bread cake with brown sugar sauce from Averie Cooks is like going to heaven for overripe bananas.
Black Forest Dump Cake Crock-Pot Recipe
It doesn't get easier than a Crock-Pot dump cake, and it doesn't get yummier than this black forest dump cake from The Frugal Girls.
Key Lime Dump Cake Crock-Pot Recipe
Dump cakes don't have to be simple; they can come in a wide range of flavors! Case in point: this key lime dump cake from The Frugal Girls.
Crock-Pot Brownies Recipe
When the goal is old-school perfection, these Crock-Pot brownies from Spicy Southern Kitchen fit the bill.
Caramel Blondies Crock-Pot Recipe
Gooey is the first word that comes to mind when describing these Crock-Pot caramel blondies from Taste and Tell. The second word? More!
Baked Vanilla Custard Crock-Pot Recipe
Another epically comforting food, baked vanilla custard from Recipes That Crock is just like Grandma used to make — except that making it in a Crock-Pot means this one is less work.
Cream Cheese Brownies Crock-Pot Recipe
Crock-Pot cream cheese brownies from Baking Queen 74 combine cream cheese and chocolate. Enough said.
Caramel Cake Crock-Pot Recipe
Caramel is definitely having a moment, which means now is the time to make this Crock-Pot caramel cake from Crazy for Crust.
Blueberry Peach Cobbler Crock-Pot Recipe
Fresh summer fruits are the star in this blueberry peach cobbler Crock-Pot recipe from Kristine's Kitchen.
Caramel Flan Crock-Pot Recipe
This Crock-Pot recipe from Christina All Day makes a caramel flan that's impressively smooth and authentic.
Crock-Pot Jam Cake Recipe
This Crock-Pot jam cake from Baking Queen 74 deserves a tea party to go with it!
Crock-Pot Fudge Recipe
Most people don't think of fudge as something that comes from a Crock-Pot, but this one, made from a recipe from Slow Cooking Perfected, begs to differ.
Chocolate and Mint Aero Bubble Cake Crock-Pot Recipe
Nestle Aero Bubbles (popular chocolate ball candies from the UK that come in several flavors) can be tough to find stateside, but this chocolate and mint Aero Bubble cake from Baking Queen 74 can be made with regular malt balls, too. (PS: We found Aero Bubbles available on Amazon.)
Giant Nutella Scone Crock-Pot Recipe
Three words: Giant. Nutella. Scone. Specifically, this giant Nutella scone Crock-Pot recipe from Baking Queen 74. What's not to like?!