When you are born can have a significant effect on the type of dessert you crave. Baby boomers tend to prefer simple, classic sweets, while millennials are always seeking something new. We've collected the best desserts for every generation and compiled them here.
Each dessert recipe is simple and quick, allowing you to sample these generationally organized sweets and gauge their accuracy. We're confident you'll love the desserts in your category. But don't hesitate to explore and try some new ones too!
Note: The content of this article does not reflect the Writer’s personal beliefs.
Gen Z
Gen Z tends to like classic desserts with a modern twist. Rather than just eat brownies, they prefer brownie batter. It is easier to make and just as tasty as the traditional dessert!
Go to the recipe: Edible Brownie Batter
Gen Z
Growing up in a digital era, Generation Z gravitates towards visually captivating desserts that are designed to be shared and admired on social media platforms gathering likes like this popular Japanese Cheesecake.
Go to the recipe: Jiggly Japanese Cheesecake
Gen Z
They appreciate desserts that are not only delicious but also visually appealing, often featuring vibrant colors, intricate designs, or playful presentations eg. with edible flowers like this Charlotte Cake.
Go to the recipe: Charlotte Cake
Gen Z
Gen Z likes things that are quick easy and take practically no effort to make. These no bake cheesecake bites are super simple but extremely tasty. They are also a modern twist on a classic dessert, something Gen Z prefers.
Go to the recipe: No Bake Cheesecake Bites
Gen Z
Desserts like over-the-top milkshakes, or creative dessert hybrids such as baklava cheesecake attract the attention of Generation Z. They also enjoy DIY dessert kits or customizable desserts that allow them to personalize their sweet creations.
Go to the recipe: Baklava Cheesecake
Millennials
With their adventurous and global outlook, Millennials crave unique dessert experiences. They enjoy exploring flavors from around the world, embracing fusion desserts, and experimenting with unconventional combinations like this matcha tiramisu.
Go to the recipe: Matcha Tiramisu
Millennials
Millennials are drawn to desserts infused with trendy ingredients like salted caramel, or exotic fruit flavors.
Go to the recipe: Salted Caramel
Millennials
They also prioritize healthier dessert options and often seek organic, natural ingredients, or desserts that cater to dietary preferences like vegan, gluten-free, or plant-based treats. Even better if it is naturally gluten-free like this floating island dessert from France.
Go to the recipe: Floating Island Dessert
Millennials
Millennials will love these edible cookie dough bites – the perfect no-bake, hassle-free treat to satisfy your sweet tooth! Crafted from just 7 simple ingredients, the dough is infused with aromatic vanilla and generously studded with mini chocolate chips, offering a delightful mix of buttery goodness and chocolatey crunch. No baking is required which is perfect for those busy millennials.
Go to the recipe: Edible Cookie Dough
Millennials
These irresistible apple pie cookies will be the talk of the table with Millenials! Made with fresh apples and a sweet, delicious apple pie filling, you will feel like you are eating mini apple pies (without all the hassle)! Its warm, comforting flavor makes the perfect dessert for those who love a good dessert mashup. No boring dessert here- just exciting, new cookies that will make any millennial swoon.
Go to the recipe: Apple Pie Cookies
Generation X
Known for their resourcefulness and focus on work-life balance, Generation X seeks desserts that offer convenience and adaptability just like puff pastry desserts like this Palmiers.
Go to the recipe: Palmiers
Generation X
This Biscoff Brownies recipe uses both Biscoff cookie spread and Biscoff cookies so if you're a big fan of Biscoff cookie butter and fudgy brownies, you need to try this! And don't worry, it turns out picture-perfect!
Go to the recipe: Biscoff Brownie Recipe
Generation X
Mochi Donuts, well known as Pon-de-ring In Japan, are delicious mochi-like ring-shaped donuts with a signature bouncy and chewy texture and colorful chocolate ganache glazings on top. They are extremely trendy and a dessert that Gen X will go crazy for.
Go to the recipe: Mochi Donuts
Generation X
They appreciate desserts that allow them to customize their treats like adding different mix-ins to classic chocolate chip cookies like these Biscoff Butter Chocolate chip cookies.
Go to the recipe: Biscoff Butter cookies
Generation X
Generation X also values versatile desserts that can be enjoyed on the go, such as coffee brownies, or individually portioned treats that fit their busy lifestyles.
Go to the recipe: Espresso Brownies
Boomers
Baby Boomers, having grown up during a time of traditional values, often prefer desserts that bring back fond memories and evoke a sense of nostalgia Apple Pie is the most classic one.
Go to the recipe: Apple Pie With Graham Cracker
Boomers
They appreciate classics like velvety chocolate ganache cake, and comforting desserts without worrying too much about calories or fancy ingredients.
Go to the recipe: Chocolate Ganache Cake
Boomers
Baby Boomers tend to enjoy desserts made from scratch, emphasizing traditional techniques and familiar flavors that remind them of their childhood eg. this banana bread.
Go to the recipe: Banana Bread
Boomers
Sweet, crunchy, and hard to resist, these homemade sugar donuts are the perfect mid-day treat alongside coffee or tea or as a post-dinner dessert. This easy sugar donuts recipe is a breeze, requiring only eight ingredients and 30 minutes of your time. You’ll be craving another the very moment you sink your teeth into one of them
Go to the recipe: Sugar Donuts
Boomers
This easy Sicilian Ricotta pie with a hint of lemon is one of the creamiest, most delicious pies you will ever make! Classic Italian Ricotta Pie is a traditional and classic which makes it perfect for boomers.
Go to the recipe: Sicilian Ricotta Pie
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Go to the recipes: Easy Baking Recipes
Best Fruit Desserts
Love fruit? Here are the best fruit desserts to enjoy at any time of the year. From easy fruit dessert recipes to showstopper cakes and desserts, I'll show you step-by-step how to make them.
Go to the recipe: Fruit Desserts
Best American Desserts
The best classic American desserts to make at home! You might be familiar with some of these traditional American desserts, but I'll bet there are a few you've never heard of.
Go to the recipes: American Desserts
This article was originally published at Spatula Desserts.
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