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Get plenty of inspiration from these 7 deliciously dreamy, quick & easy cookout dessert ideas! Everything from trifles to poke cakes to layered jello salads– We’re talking perfect make ahead recipes for feeding a crowd at your backyard cookout, BBQ or next potluck.

Get ready to turn heads when you drop these showstopping desserts off at this year’s cookout dessert table! But don’t worry. You don’t have to be a baker or a cake decorator to make these sure fire crowdpleasers. These no fuss, make ahead desserts require just a few ingredients, even less time and deliver some serious wowsa! results! You should beware though. After everyone enjoys firsts, seconds and just one more little taste… You’ll be asked to bring “your wonderful dessert” again and again!