Whether you’re entertaining friends, looking for a project to embark on with the kids or just fancy a sweet treat after dinner, easy desserts are an essential part of any recipe repertoire. Our collection has something for everyone, and each can be made with just three ingredients – aside from basics such as sugar, flour and eggs – meaning that you can enjoy a delicious dessert whenever the mood strikes.

Click or scroll through our gallery to discover 29 fabulous three-ingredient desserts, counting down to the tastiest and easiest of all.

We've based our ranking on the simplicity and deliciousness of each dessert and the opinions of our team of keen, well-fed cooks. The list is unavoidably subjective.

Brilliant three-ingredient desserts for an easy sweet fix