Summer is the perfect time for cool, no-bake desserts that keep your kitchen from turning into a sauna. Instead of heating up the oven, you can whip up some tasty treats without breaking a sweat. These desserts are easy and simple, so you can enjoy delicious sweets with minimal effort. From creamy and fruity delights to chocolatey goodness, everyone will find something they love in this list.
Brownie Bites
These bite-sized raw brownies are a healthy way to satisfy a chocolate craving. Easy to make and guilt-free, they are perfect for a quick snack.
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Chocolate Peanut Butter Jelly Frozen Yogurt Bars
These frozen yogurt bars have a chewy granola base, layers of strawberry jelly, creamy peanut butter yogurt, and a chocolate drizzle. A great frozen treat for hot days.
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Cookie Dough Bites
Healthy cookie dough bites made from leftover almond pulp or almond flour. Drizzled in chocolate, they’re an easy vegan and gluten-free treat.
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Lime Avocado Tart
This avocado tart is full of zesty lime flavor and gluten-free. A great refreshing treat for summer.
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No-Bake Oatmeal Raspberry Sandwich Cookies
These oatmeal raspberry sandwich cookies are no bake and gluten-free. Perfect for a sweet treat without the oven.
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Mixed Berry Jello Dessert
Make a two-layer mixed berry jello dessert with simple ingredients. It’s a great make-ahead sweet treat that everyone will love, perfect for hot days when you don’t want to use the oven.
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No Bake Cheesecake
This no bake cheesecake requires only 7 ingredients and no oven. Its light, creamy filling paired with a buttery crust makes it a great no bake dessert.
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Creamy No-Bake Coffee Pie
If you’re a fan of cold brew and frozen coffee treats, this creamy no-bake coffee pie is perfect. It’s like having a Frappuccino in pie form, great for a cool summer treat.
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Strawberry Mochi
Strawberry mochi are sweet and chewy treats featuring mochi stuffed with ripe strawberries and sweet bean paste. Easy to make and a great way to enjoy strawberry season.
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No-Bake Mini Cheesecakes
No-bake mini cheesecakes are perfect bite-sized delights with a decadent cream cheese filling on a graham cracker crust. Top with fresh fruit for a great party treat.
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Reese’s Peanut Butter Chocolate Ice Cream Dessert
This peanut butter ice cream cake is a rich and decadent family favorite, great for large gatherings. No baking required, making it a perfect summer dessert.
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Sensational Strawberry Charlotte
Celebrate with this stunning strawberry charlotte cake. Made with a light strawberry mousse and ladyfingers, it’s an impressive no bake dessert styled with strawberries and edible flowers.
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Dark Chocolate-Covered Raspberry Bites
These chocolate-covered raspberry chia bites are a healthy yet indulgent snack. Made with just 3 ingredients, they are easy to prepare and perfect for a quick treat.
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Paleo No Bake Strawberry Cheesecake Bars
These no bake strawberry cheesecake bars are made from cashews and free of dairy and refined sugar. They are a great dessert for summer BBQs.
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Key Lime Pie Bars (No Bake)
These dairy-free key lime pie bars have all the flavors of traditional key lime pie without the gluten or dairy. Great for a light and refreshing no bake treat.
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Easy Best Strawberry Tiramisu Recipe
This eggless strawberry tiramisu is a light and refreshing dessert made with strawberries, whipped cream, mascarpone, and ladyfingers. Easy to make and perfect for warm weather.
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No-Bake Mango Cheesecake
This no-bake mango cheesecake has ultra-creamy layers made from fresh mangoes. A healthier dessert option to enjoy during mango season.
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No Bake Peanut Butter Fudge
This no bake peanut butter fudge is easy to make with simple ingredients. It’s also gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan, making it a versatile treat for any occasion.
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Strawberry Cheesecake Bites
These strawberry cheesecake bites are super easy to make. Spread cream cheese over a biscuit, top with strawberries, and you have a quick, no bake snack.
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Coconut Carrot Chocolate Raw Cake Bars (Vegan & Keto)
Raw vegan coconut, chocolate, and carrot cake bars made with only 8 ingredients. These no bake bars are low in carbs and a perfect sweet treat for any season.
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S’mores Rice Krispie Treats
These s’mores rice krispie treats are full of gooey marshmallows and melted chocolate. No baking needed, making them a fun and easy summer dessert.
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No Bake Banana Split Cake
This banana split cake combines the classic look of a banana split into a cake with creamy layers of whipped cream, cream cheese, and banana pudding. Perfect for summer or holiday gatherings.
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No-Bake Key Lime Bars
These no-bake key lime bars are a great key lime dessert that’s not a pie. Perfect for when you want a quick, refreshing treat.
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Strawberry Ice Cream Pie
This strawberry ice cream pie is a perfect no bake dessert with an Oreo cookie base and creamy frozen strawberry filling. Great for summer entertaining.
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Easy Strawberry Cheesecake
Easy vegan strawberry cheesecake with biscoff cookie crust, strawberry cream cheese filling, and strawberry curd topping. Made in a loaf pan, it’s a great small batch dessert.
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Gina Matsoukas is an AP syndicated writer. She is the founder, photographer and recipe developer of Running to the Kitchen — a food website focused on providing healthy, wholesome recipes using fresh and seasonal ingredients. Her work has been featured in numerous media outlets both digital and print, including MSN, Huffington post, Buzzfeed, Women’s Health and Food Network.
