Can't decide what dessert to serve at your next gathering? Classic treats like creme brulee or chocolate cream pie are always a hit — but who has room for a giant slice of something sweet after a comforting home-cooked meal? Food Network Kitchen's solution: Shrink it. Well, not literally. But with a few tricks, you can prepare teeny-tiny versions of your favorite over-the-top desserts; that way, you and your guests can have it all.

You don't need a special baking dish to make these mini creme brulees. An upside-down vanilla wafer cookie is the perfect base for a dollop of delicate custard.

Try these scaled-down bites of a classic diner pie. Chocolate wafer cookies stand in perfectly for pie crust.

These fun little guys will totally satisfy a banana split craving — even without the ice cream. They're super-simple to make and perfect for a kids' party!