Summer means absolutely never wanting to turn the oven on. Or cook at all, for that matter.
Even so, cravings for sweets never seem to end, even when it’s hot out. Thankfully, fresh fruit, melted chocolate, and peanut butter allow us the chance to make dessert without baking.
Here are 21 tasty no-bake dessert recipes!
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1. Oreo Icebox Cake
This creamy Oreo icebox cake is the perfect dessert for summer. Layers of Oreo cookies, no-bake chocolate filling, whipped cream, and even more Oreos on top!
Here is the recipe for this Oreo Icebox Cake.
2. No-Bake Peach Cream Pie
This No Bake Peach Cream Pie is made with fresh peaches, a no-bake graham cracker crust, and an easy cream pie filling. This homemade peach pie makes one of the best no-bake dessert recipes for summer!
Here is the recipe for this Peach Cream Pie.
3. Cake Batter Truffles
These no-bake cake batter truffle bites are the perfect treat to make this summer to tame your sweet tooth and keep your house nice and cool! So easy and delicious!
Here is the recipe for these Cake Batter Truffles.
4. Summer Berry Icebox Cake
Looking for a quick and easy Summer dessert recipe? Try out delicious No Bake Summer Berry Icebox Cake!
Here is the recipe for this Berry Icebox Cake.
5. Butterfinger Caramel Bars
These no-bake Butterfinger Caramel Bars are so gooey, crunchy, and easy to make. These dessert bars are so delicious, that you can’t stop at just one!
Here is the recipe for these Butterfinger Caramel Bars.
6. White Chocolate Blueberry Lasagna
White Chocolate Blueberry Lasagna is the perfect summer dessert recipe- light, easy and no oven required!
It starts with Golden Oreo crust and just keeps getting more delicious with every layer- cream cheese, blueberries, white chocolate and blueberry pudding, cool whip, and a generous layer of white chocolate curls on top,
Here is the recipe for this Blueberry Lasagna.
7. Coconut Pistachio Cream Pie
This no-bake coconut pistachio cream pie is the perfect summer dessert. It’s so easy to make with a toasted coconut crust and two layers of creamy and cool pistachio pudding and whipped cream.
Here is the recipe for this Coconut Pistachio Cream Pie.
8. No-Bake Cookie Dough Bars
These cookie dough bars have no eggs, so there’s no nothing to worry about when eating them.
Personally, I might just start making these instead of actual chocolate chip cookies! After all, the dough always seems to taste better.
Here is the recipe for these Cookie Dough Bars.
9. Coffee Mousse Cups
This Easy Coffee Mousse Recipe is the perfect dessert to finish a dinner party. Super light, fluffy and creamy, these Espresso Mousse Cups are great make-ahead desserts for any brunch or potluck.
Here is the recipe for these Coffee Mousse Cups.
10. No-Bake Orange Creamsicle Cheesecake
If you are a fan of Creamsicles, you are going to want to make this No Bake Orange Creamsicle Cheesecake this summer.
You will find a delicious Nilla cookie crust with layers of orange creamy cheesecake filling. Perfect for summer picnics and BBQs.
Here is the recipe for this Orange Creamsicle Cheesecake.
11. No Bake Butterscotch Marshmallow Bars
A simple no-bake recipe for butterscotch marshmallow bars with coconut and walnuts! This is one of my favorite no-bake dessert recipes!
Here is the recipe for these Butterscotch Marshmallow Bars.
12. Fresh Raspberry Mousse
This raspberry mousse is a light and flavorful dessert to enjoy anytime. This mousse recipe is full of fresh raspberries to keep this dessert fresh and fruity!
Here is the recipe for this Raspberry Mousse.
13. Monster Cookie No Bake Bars
Monster Cookie No Bake Bars – all the flavors of classic monster cookies in a super easy no-bake bar recipe. No heating up the oven to make these!
Here is the recipe for these Monster Cookie Bars.
14. Pineapple Delight Dessert
Light, fluffy, and sweet, the layers of this traditional Southern dessert will have friends begging for this favorite recipe.
This no-bake pineapple delight is made with a crust of crushed vanilla wafers instead of graham crackers. Whipped cream, canned pineapple, and sugar make the filling extra sweet.
Here is the recipe for this Pineapple Delight.
15. Mint Nanaimo Bars
These delicious Mint Nanaimo Bars are the perfect twist on the classic, Canadian treat. Completely no-bake, they have a chewy chocolate base, layer of mint filling, and delicious chocolate topping.
Here is the recipe for these Mini Nanaimo Bars.
16. No Bake S’mores Bars
No Bake S’mores Bars are made with Golden Grahams, melted chocolate, and marshmallows. This delicious no-bake dessert recipe comes together in just a few minutes and tastes just like s’mores, without the mess or the campfire!
Here is the recipe for these No Bake S’mores Bars.
17. No-Bake Blueberry Cheesecake
No Bake Blueberry Cheesecake Squares with a graham cracker crust. An easy classic summer dessert recipe.
Here is the recipe for this Blueberry Cheesecake.
18. No-Bake Twix Pie
This pie is no bake and super easy to make! Creamy and cool filling loaded with Twix candy, topped with chocolate and caramel drizzle!
Here is the recipe for this No-Bake Twix Pie.
19. Cherry Oreo Icebox Cake
This Cherry Oreo Icebox Cake has dark chocolate Oreos and no-bake cherry cheesecake layered in a pan. It is a no-fail dessert that is easy, delicious, and sure to disappear in minutes when you share it at summer parties or picnics.
Here is the recipe for this Cherry Oreo Icebox Cake.
20. No-Bake Banana Cream Lush
Reminiscent of Banana Cream Pie, but easier! This No-Bake Banana Cream Lush uses Graham crackers instead of a crust, and it’s no-bake. It’s a must the next time you have a crowd over!
Here is the recipe for this Banana Cream Lush.
21. Poached Pear Custard Tart
Pears are infinitely underrated, especially as a dessert ingredient! This is one of those no-bake dessert recipes that’s great for summer or fall. It’s not overly sweet, and has a delicious flavor profile. Plus, it’s vegan!
Here is the recipe for this Poached Pear Custard Tart.
22. No-Bake Chocolate Pomegranate Tart
Although it’s easy peasy to make this tart, it looks surprisingly elegant and tastes heavenly! A sweet treat doesn’t have to require much effort and many ingredients to impress your guests, right?
This pomegranate tart does its job and draws everyone’s attention to itself by the time it takes place on the dinner table!
Here is the recipe for this Chocolate Pomegranate Tart.
23. 4-Ingredient Peanut Butter Balls
I am a HUGE peanut butter/chocolate fan, so I never pass up an opportunity to make a dessert with that combo.
This is one of the easiest no-bake dessert recipes I’ve come across! With only 4 ingredients, you’ll always want to have them on hand after you try these delicious bites for the first time.
Here is the recipe for these Peanut Butter Balls.