15 No-Oven Desserts Perfect for Summer

No Bake Smores Pie

This fire-free pie layers a buttery graham-cracker crust with a silky chocolate filling that sets right in the fridge. A crown of fluffy marshmallow crème and a drizzle of melted chocolate bring that campfire flavor—no smokey clothes required. It’s rich, nostalgic, and ridiculously easy to assemble. Chill, slice, and pretend you’re under the stars.
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Orange Creamsicle Pie

Vibrant orange and vanilla swirl pie with whipped topping. — Orange Creamsicle Pie. Photo credit: Baking Beauty.

Think of your favorite ice-cream truck treat transformed into a chilled, sliceable dessert. A zesty orange layer meets creamy vanilla mousse inside a crunchy graham shell, giving every bite that classic creamsicle contrast. No oven, no fuss—just mix, pour, and refrigerate until dreamy. One forkful and you’ll swear it’s summer vacation again.
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No Bake Oreo Cheesecake

Tall slice of Oreo cheesecake topped with hot fudge. — No Bake Oreo Cheesecake. Photo credit: Baking Beauty.

An Oreo-crumb crust cradles a cloud-light cheesecake filling studded with cookie chunks in every bite. Because it sets in the refrigerator, the texture stays impossibly creamy and mousse-like. A glossy pour of hot fudge over the top turns it into pure cookies-and-cream decadence. Twenty minutes of work, endless compliments to follow.
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No Bake Banana Split Dessert

Layered banana split dessert topped with chocolate sauce and cherries. — No Bake Banana Split Dessert. Photo credit: Baking Beauty.

All the joy of a banana-split sundae, minus the melting mess. A trio of fluffy cheesecake layers hides sliced bananas and crushed pineapple, then gets showered with hot fudge, whipped cream, and sprinkles. It’s colorful, crowd-pleasing, and practically impossible to mess up. Serve chilled and watch it vanish faster than an ice-cream cone in July.
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Limoncello Panna Cotta

This silky Italian classic gets a sunny upgrade from a splash of limoncello. The citrus liqueur perfumes the cream, creating a light, bright finish that pairs beautifully with fresh berries. Because it’s gelled, not baked, the texture stays satin-smooth and naturally gluten-free. A make-ahead dessert that feels like a trip to the Amalfi Coast.
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No Bake Tropical Coconut Pineapple Lush Dessert

Slice of coconut-pineapple lush with whipped topping. — No Bake Tropical Coconut Pineapple Lush Dessert. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

One forkful of this fluffy “lush” and you’ll hear steel drums in the distance. A coconut cookie crust anchors layers of pineapple pudding and creamy whipped topping, all sprinkled with toasted coconut for crunch. It’s essentially pina colada in dessert form—minus the blender. Keep it chilled and serve at your next backyard luau.
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Chocolate Strawberry Cream Bars

Chocolate-topped strawberry cashew cream bars. — Chocolate Strawberry Cream Bars. Photo credit: Running To The Kitchen.

A nutty date crust supports a luscious, dairy-free cashew cream blended with fresh strawberries for natural pink color. Once chilled, the slab gets sealed under a snappy dark-chocolate shell that cracks like magic with each bite. Vegan, gluten-free, and absolutely irresistible straight from the freezer. Dessert that doubles as a guilt-free snack? Yes, please.
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No-Bake Oatmeal Raspberry Sandwich Cookies

Stack of chewy oatmeal cookies filled with raspberry cream. — No-Bake Oatmeal Raspberry Sandwich Cookies. Photo credit: Running To The Kitchen.

Chewy oat-almond cookies come together on the stovetop, then cool into soft disks that sandwich a tangy raspberry-cashew filling. There’s no flour, no refined sugar, and definitely no oven involved. The combo tastes like PB&J reimagined as a grab-and-go treat. Keep a stash in the fridge for snack attacks that demand something decadent yet wholesome.
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Oreo Balls Recipe (Oreo Truffles)

Oreo truffles drizzled with white chocolate. — Oreo Balls Recipe (Oreo Truffles). Photo credit: The Kitchen Magpie.

Just three ingredients—crushed Oreos, cream cheese, and melted chocolate—create these bite-size marvels. The cookie crumbs mix with tangy cream cheese to form a fudgy center, then get dunked in chocolate for a smooth shell. Dress them up with sprinkles or a drizzle, and they’ll disappear faster than you can say “truffle.” No baking sheet required.
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No Bake Chocolate Candy Cookies

Cocoa, peanut butter, and quick oats mingle on the stovetop, then set into fudgy drop cookies that taste like childhood. They’re ready in the time it takes to boil water, making them perfect for last-minute cravings. Customize with candy pieces or nuts for extra crunch. Minimal effort, maximum chocolate payoff.
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Pistachio Truffles

These jewel-toned bites start with creamy pistachio butter blended with white chocolate for a melt-in-your-mouth center. Rolled in more finely chopped nuts, they deliver double pistachio power in every bite. Five ingredients and zero oven time make them holiday-party heroes. Store chilled for an elegant pop-and-go dessert.
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No Bake Banana Cream Pie with Caramelized Bananas

Slice of banana cream pie topped with caramelized bananas. — No Bake Banana Cream Pie with Caramelized Bananas. Photo credit: Blackberry Babe.

Classic banana cream pie gets an upgrade with buttery, caramel-kissed banana slices nestled beneath the whipped topping. A vanilla custard filling sets perfectly in the fridge, keeping the oven blissfully off. Each forkful offers cool cream, warm caramel notes, and that signature graham crunch. It’s nostalgia, but dressed for a dinner party.
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Wild Blueberries Yogurt Cake

Slice of protein-packed blueberry yogurt cake. — Wild Blueberries Yogurt Cake. Photo credit: Best Clean Eating.

This chilled yogurt “cheesecake” sneaks in 8 grams of protein per slice thanks to Greek yogurt and a nutty crust. Wild blueberries ripple through the filling, adding bursts of tangy sweetness without extra sugar. It’s light, refreshing, and surprisingly nourishing for something that tastes so decadent. Keep it in the fridge for a grab-and-glow dessert.
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No Bake Peanut Butter Cups

Homemade peanut butter cups stacked on a plate. — No Bake Peanut Butter Cups. Photo credit: Walking On Sunshine Recipes.

Skip the candy aisle—these homemade cups deliver the perfect salty-sweet ratio with just pantry staples. Silky peanut butter filling nestles inside a thick shell of melted chocolate that firms up in the fridge. They’re simple enough for kids to help, yet impressive on a dessert tray. Make a double batch; they disappear fast.
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No-Bake Biscoff Cheesecake

Slice of Biscoff cheesecake with cookie crumb crust. — No-Bake Biscoff Cheesecake. Photo credit: Food Fun and Faraway Places.

Speculoos cookie crumbs form a spiced, caramel-y base for this ultra-creamy cheesecake. Cookie butter melts into the filling, doubling down on that addictive Biscoff flavor, while more crumbs sprinkle the top for crunch. The whole thing chills to sliceable perfection with zero oven time. Warning: one bite and plain cheesecake may never satisfy again.
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