11 no-bake desserts your grandma knew by heart

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Forget fancy ovens, Grandma whipped up these treats in a flash. Dive into 11 of her no-bake dessert secrets for crazy-good sweets that are easy as pie (well, easier!).

A bowl of strawberry trifle on a wooden surface.
Strawberry Trifle. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

No Bake Brownies

Close up side view of three no bake brownies on white plate.
No Bake Brownies. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Got a major brownie craving? No problem! These No-Bake Brownies from Grandma are your lifesaver. Crazy easy, insanely good, and ready in a snap – ditch the oven, this recipe is pure magic!
Get the Recipe: No Bake Brownies

Grasshopper Pie

A slice of green oreo pie on a plate with a fork.
Grasshopper Pie. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Forget fancy stuff, this No-Bake Grasshopper Pie is the best. It’s basically crushed Oreos piled high with minty-chocolate deliciousness. Think Cool Whip, marshmallows, and a little somethin’ somethin’ extra (hint: creme de menthe and creme de cacao). Easy peasy and gone in a flash!
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Corn Flake Cookies

Corn Flake cookies on white plate.
Corn Flake Cookies. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Craving a childhood treat? These 5-ingredient Corn Flake Cookies are calling your name! Super easy, no-bake recipe with the classic chocolate and peanut butter combo. Perfect for a quick sweet tooth fix whenever you need it!
Get the Recipe: Corn Flake Cookies

Chocolate Mousse

Chocolate mousse in mason jars with whipped cream and chocolate chips.
Chocolate Mousse. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Chocolate Mousse alert! Ditch the fancy stuff, this mousse is the real deal. Crazy rich chocolate and whipped cream so fluffy it’ll blow your mind. Plus, it’s easy peasy!
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Mousse

Chocolate Peanut Butter Pudding

Four jars of chocolate pudding with peanut butter and chocolate chips.
Chocolate Peanut Butter Pudding. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Attention choco-peanut butter addicts! This pudding is about to become your obsession. It’s smooth, insanely delicious, and bursts with those irresistible flavors you crave. Grandma would approve!
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Peanut Butter Pudding

3-Ingredient Mint Truffles

A mint truffle in the middle of a broken mint Oreo cookie with green icing.
3-Ingredient Mint Truffles. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Mint chocolate fans, rejoice! We’ve got a super easy recipe (3 ingredients!) that’s based on an old-school favorite. These bite-sized treats are gonna disappear in a flash, but fancy enough to impress your friends and family. No sweat involved, and bonus points for using Oreos! Feel free to get creative with different flavors next time!
Get the Recipe: 3-Ingredient Mint Truffles

Icebox Cake

Icebox cake with raspberries, blueberries and strawberries on a pink plate.
Icebox Cake. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Craving a sweet throw back? Ditch the fancy stuff and make this Icebox Cake! Think graham crackers stacked high with juicy berries and whipped cream. No oven, no sweat, just chill it and dig in!
Get the Recipe: Icebox Cake

Classic Banana Pudding

Layered banana pudding in clear trifle bowl with crushed Nilla Wafers on top.
Classic Banana Pudding. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Banana pudding lovers, assemble! Forget fancy desserts, this old-fashioned banana pudding recipe is the real deal. Easy as pie, crazy delicious, and perfect for potlucks or sharing with loved ones. Layers of sweet bananas, creamy pudding, and crispy vanilla wafers? We’re sold!
Get the Recipe: Classic Banana Pudding

Strawberry Trifle

A bowl of strawberry trifle on a wooden surface.
Strawberry Trifle. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Calling all strawberry fans! We’ve got a blast from the past with this amazing strawberry trifle recipe. Don’t worry, it’s a throwback in the best way possible – super easy, crazy delicious, and guaranteed to be a star at your next get-together. Fresh strawberries and creamy custard? Spring is definitely in the air!
Get the Recipe: Strawberry Trifle

No Bake Lemon Cheesecake

Slice of lemon cheesecake on red, white, and blue plate.
No Bake Lemon Cheesecake. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Craving a taste of sunshine? Skip the complicated recipes and whip up this no-bake lemon cheesecake! It’s easier than pie (seriously, pie dough can be a beast) – just grab some lemon pudding mix and a pre-made graham cracker crust. A quick chill and you’ve got a light, refreshing dessert that’ll be the star of the show!
Get the Recipe: No Bake Lemon Cheesecake

White Chocolate Covered Strawberries

White Chocolate Covered Strawberries on a white wooden board.
White Chocolate Covered Strawberries. Photo credit: Best Clean Eating.

Skip the fancy desserts and whip up these White Chocolate Covered Strawberries in a flash! They’re incredibly easy to make – just dunk and drizzle – and they’ll be the star of the show. Plus, they’re way more beautiful than anything store-bought. Easy and elegant? Win win!
Get the Recipe: White Chocolate Covered Strawberries

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