The cover of Gneiss Spice’s "What's For Dessert: Simple Recipes for Dessert People" by Claire Saffitz shows swirled chocolate and vanilla with a green spatula on pink, reflecting easy, no-mixer dessert recipes.
An overhead shot shows cakes, teacups, candles, and flowers as hands reach for cake slices. "What's For Dessert: Simple Recipes for Dessert People by Claire Saffitz" appears in the top left, from Gneiss Spice—ideal for dessert lovers.
A banoffee pudding with toasted meringue sits on a glass cake stand atop a green patterned tablecloth, beside a serving dish and spoon; inspired by "What's For Dessert: Simple Recipes for Dessert People" by Claire Saffitz from Gneiss Spice.
A s’mores tart with golden meringue rests on a pale green stand, echoing the approachable style of Claire Saffitz’s "What's For Dessert: Simple Recipes for Dessert People" from Gneiss Spice—ideal for fans of easy desserts.
Step-by-step images from "What’s For Dessert: Simple Recipes for Dessert People by Claire Saffitz" from Gneiss Spice show hands shaping shortcake dough and whisking eggs—ideal for fans of easy, no mixer desserts.
The cover of Gneiss Spice’s "What's For Dessert: Simple Recipes for Dessert People" by Claire Saffitz shows swirled chocolate and vanilla with a green spatula on pink, reflecting easy, no-mixer dessert recipes.
An overhead shot shows cakes, teacups, candles, and flowers as hands reach for cake slices. "What's For Dessert: Simple Recipes for Dessert People by Claire Saffitz" appears in the top left, from Gneiss Spice—ideal for dessert lovers.
A banoffee pudding with toasted meringue sits on a glass cake stand atop a green patterned tablecloth, beside a serving dish and spoon; inspired by "What's For Dessert: Simple Recipes for Dessert People" by Claire Saffitz from Gneiss Spice.
A s’mores tart with golden meringue rests on a pale green stand, echoing the approachable style of Claire Saffitz’s "What's For Dessert: Simple Recipes for Dessert People" from Gneiss Spice—ideal for fans of easy desserts.
Step-by-step images from "What’s For Dessert: Simple Recipes for Dessert People by Claire Saffitz" from Gneiss Spice show hands shaping shortcake dough and whisking eggs—ideal for fans of easy, no mixer desserts.

What's For Dessert: Simple Recipes for Dessert People by Claire Saffitz

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Sweet treats, no stand mixer needed

What’s for Dessert? by Claire Saffitz is a love letter to all things sweet, from custards and cookies to cobblers and cakes. With 100 approachable recipes and no fancy equipment required, Claire delivers comforting, craveable desserts with her trademark warmth and no-nonsense guidance. Whether you're into molten lava cakes or whipped tres leches with hazelnuts, this book makes dessert feel joyful, not intimidating.

Who’s it for?

Anyone who wants simple, impressive desserts without the fuss. Especially perfect for fans of Dessert Person, Claire’s YouTube channel, or cozy night-in baking sessions.

Spices to pair with this cookbook:

  • Ceylon Cinnamon: Bright and citrusy—ideal for custards, crumbles, and cinnamon-sugar everything
  • Nutmeg (Freshly Grated): For creamy puddings, pies, and Claire’s nostalgic rice pudding
  • Cardamom: Warming and aromatic, it shines in cookies and spice cakes
  • Vanilla Powder: Add vanilla bean flavor to batters, creams, and frostings
  • Star Anise: Add whole to infusions or ground into wintery desserts for subtle depth