These desserts walk the line between fancy and simple, which is what most home bakers want. They come together quickly, so you can impress guests or family without spending all day in the kitchen.

An old-fashioned apple crisp, not a bit fancy, is one of the most comforting desserts and a lot less of a project than an apple pie. The buttery, crunchy topping, with oats, brown sugar, and cinnamon, ...