16 Gooey Desserts That We Can’t Stop Making

When it comes to gooey desserts we can't stop making, these are the ones that always disappear first. They’re easy, rich, and just messy enough to remind you why homemade always hits better. Whether it’s a weeknight craving or a weekend bake, these desserts prove that gooey is never too much of a good thing.

A pan of freshly baked and frosted apple cinnamon rolls on a dark blue background.

Apple Cinnamon Rolls. Photo credit: Renee Nicole's Kitchen.

Air Fryer S'mores

A close-up view of a stack of s'mores, consisting of toasted marshmallows and melted chocolate sandwiched between graham crackers. — Air Fryer S'mores. Photo credit: Urban Farmie.

Air fryer s’mores make it easy to get melted chocolate and gooey marshmallows in minutes, turning a campfire favorite into a quick cold-weather fix.
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Old Fashioned Pecan Pie

A bite of pecan pie on a fork. — Old Fashioned Pecan Pie. Photo credit: Little House Big Alaska.

Classic pecan pie keeps things simple with a flaky crust and sweet filling, proving that gooey desserts never go out of style.
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No Yeast Cinnamon Rolls

Image shows an overhead shot of Cinnamon rolls in a skillet on a wooden table with one cinnamon roll on a plate. — No Yeast Cinnamon Rolls. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

No yeast cinnamon rolls bake up soft and sticky, perfect for when you want that fresh-from-the-oven comfort without the long rise time.
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Microwave Mug Cake with Cake Mix

A close up photo of cooked microwave mug cake. — Microwave Mug Cake with Cake Mix. Photo credit: Urban Farmie.

A microwave mug cake made with cake mix hits the spot fast, giving you that gooey, chocolate-center payoff in minutes.
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Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls

Pumpkin cinnamon rolls bring spiced dough and frosting together in one pan, the kind of gooey bake that makes fall mornings worth waking up for.
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Chocolate Chunk Pecan Pie

Close-up image of chocolate chunck pecan pie. — Chocolate Chunk Pecan Pie. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Chocolate chunk pecan pie adds rich chocolate to a holiday classic, giving you double the gooey goodness in every slice.
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Peach Cobbler with Pie Crust

An image of peach cobbler in a baking dish with a portion of it missing. — Peach Cobbler with Pie Crust. Photo credit: Urban Farmie.

Peach cobbler with buttery crust and soft fruit is an easy dessert that brings cozy comfort without much work.
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Apple Cinnamon Rolls

Apple cinnamon rolls bake up soft and sweet with cream cheese frosting, filling the kitchen with that unmistakable cozy aroma.
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Bisquick Apple Cobbler

Bisquick apple cobbler combines tart apples and a buttery topping for a dessert that’s gooey underneath and crisp on top.
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Hot Milk Cake with Fudge Icing

Flat lay of square hot milk cake on plate. — Hot Milk Cake with Fudge Icing. Photo credit: Call Me PMc.

Hot milk cake with fudge icing pairs a light base with a rich chocolate layer, a no-fuss dessert that feels right for any season.
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Gluten-Free Buckwheat Cinnamon Rolls

Cinnamon rolls made with buckwheat flour come out soft and packed with cinnamon flavor, giving a gooey spin to a familiar favorite.
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Homemade Cinnamon Roll

A stack of two cinnamon roll pieces on a plate, with the square pan of remaining rolls in the background. — Homemade Cinnamon Roll. Photo credit: Parallel Plates.

Homemade cinnamon rolls take just 20 minutes and bake up fluffy and sweet, the kind of simple comfort dessert that’s hard to beat.
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Instant Pot Lava Cakes

Lava cakes with molten centers turn out rich and gooey in just half an hour, making them a quick go-to for chocolate lovers.
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Chocolate Chip Skillet Cookie

A chocolate chip skillet cookie stays crisp at the edges and soft in the center, especially good eaten warm with ice cream.
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Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Skillet Cake

Cinnamon roll pumpkin skillet cake with icing drizzled from spoon. — Pumpkin Cinnamon Roll Skillet Cake. Photo credit: An Off Grid Life.

Pumpkin cinnamon roll skillet cake bakes soft and spiced, perfect for sharing straight from the pan after dinner.
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Apple Pie with Graham Cracker Crust

Apple pie in a graham cracker crust brings that gooey, cinnamon-filled flavor without the extra work, perfect for a quick homemade dessert.
Get the Recipe: Apple Pie with Graham Cracker Crust