On some summer days it's too hot to even consider baking, but even the most intense heatwaves shouldn't stop you from satisfying your sweet tooth. With puddings, panna cotta, cheesecake, and tons of fruity options, there's no reason to turn on the oven when you can choose one of these easy, no-bake desserts. After eating a light dinner outside on a warm evening, we can promise that these refreshing treats will hit the spot in no time. Keep reading to see the best recipes that don't require baking, and enjoy ice-cold sweet treats all summer long.
If you're in the mood for a creamy cereal bar, these no-bake scotcheroos are for you. With only eight ingredients, you can whip these up whenever the cravings strike.
Made with cashews, coconut, and dates, this vegan cheesecake has all the best flavors without being heavy. Fresh berries and cold whipped cream will make this taste like a dream come true.
Meet the easiest treat of all: Ritz Cracker cookies. All you need to do to make these is take two Ritz Crackers, dress them in peanut butter, sandwich the two crackers together, and dip them in warm, melted chocolate.
No need to bake these cookie dough bites, which are made with butter, sugar, vanilla pudding mix, vanilla and almond extracts, milk, oat "flour," salt, white chocolate chips, and sprinkles.
Popsicles are a great way to rehydrate after a long run or as a postdinner snack for summer. These strawberry-banana frozen treats contain protein powder, coconut water, and soy milk.
When you make these bars, you get three amazing layers — chocolate-kripsies on the bottom, sweet and salty peanut butter in the middle, and chocolate chocolate chip on the top.
Green tea, Greek yogurt, and avocado join forces to make the perfect healthy snack for the summer. Matcha powder is rich with antioxidants and fiber, and the caffeine gives you just the extra kick you need without the extra calories.
For a nondiary sweet dessert, these ooey-gooey pecan bars are your go-to recipe. The natural sugar in this treat comes from raw honey and dates, keeping your diet as clean as possible.
On those especially hot days, you'll love these frozen yogurt cupcakes. At only 30 calories a pop and made with fresh fruit, these treats are a much healthier alternative to ice cream.
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This no-bake cake is for those whose baking skills (or lack thereof) make them afraid of burning down the house or for anyone who doesn't want to burn up in their kitchen during the heat of the summer.
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Sweet and salty dessert fans will love this frozen mojito cake. The salty pretzel crust is topped with a frozen mojito that gives the term "sugar high" a whole new meaning.
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The perfect summer dessert, this this no-bake cake requires a mini watermelon, whipped cream, slivered almonds, and berries. It's light, refreshing, and oh so good.
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Sometimes the best desserts are the ones that are thrown together last minute. Freshen up store-bought sorbet by topping it with citrus vodka and lime zest.
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Giada De Laurentiis is all for effortless desserts that can be enjoyed on the couch. Her chocolate trifles feature chocolate cake cubes and a chocolate custard dolloped on top.
Don't be scared of making crème brulée at home! It's not that difficult to make; the technique is similar to homemade ice cream, but instead of putting the mixture in an ice cream maker, it's baked in a bath of water. It requires time to chill, so plan in advance, especially when entertaining.
No need to heat up the oven to make cheesecake. This no-bake cheesecake is made with graham crackers, cream cheese, and condensed milk. There's no raw egg involved, which means there's no need to bake!
Nanaimo bars, the legendary bar made famous by Vancouver housewives in the 1950s, is similar to a seven-layer bar with graham cracker, almonds, coconut, and chocolate. Rather than condensed milk, this bar has a creamy pudding layer.
What's not to love about the classic pairing of peanut butter and chocolate? We imagine that peanut butter and chocolate pudding cups would make great frozen pudding pops too.
Melt-in-your-mouth grape gelatin with blueberries is a refreshing dessert that won't weigh you down with any heavy cream. Add a splash of Champagne or vodka for a spiked version.
The Eton Mess originated in the 1800s at a distinguished British public school. The strawberry, heavy cream, and meringue cookie mixture was originally served after an important annual cricket game.