This document discusses different types of desserts and their characteristics. It begins by describing fruits as one of the simplest and most nutritious dessert options. It then discusses cheeses, gelatin desserts, custards, puddings, fruit cobblers, frozen desserts like ice cream and sherbet, baked desserts, and fried desserts. It provides details on key ingredients used in making desserts and sweet sauces, such as sugar, gelatin, eggs, cream, fruit, nuts, chocolate, and batters. It also includes sections on identifying the classification of different desserts and the common element that links virtually all desserts.