19 no-bake Christmas recipes that will save your holiday

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Attention all holiday procrastinators! We’ve got 19 no-bake Christmas recipes that are you can make at the last minute and save your holiday.

No bake haystack cookies on a white cake stand.
Haystack Cookies. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Hot Cocoa Dip

A hand dips a strawberry into a bowl of whipped dip topped with marshmallows and sprinkles.
Hot Cocoa Dip. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

This rich chocolate dip comes together without touching the oven – perfect for Christmas cookie dunking stations. The no-bake prep means you can whip it up even when holiday baking has the oven full.
Get the Recipe: Hot Cocoa Dip

Pumpkin Cheesecake

No Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake topped with whipped cream and pecans.
Pumpkin Cheesecake. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

This creamy cheesecake needs no baking to make a standout Christmas dessert. The gingersnap crust and spiced filling create holiday flavors with zero oven time.
Get the Recipe: Pumpkin Cheesecake

Buckeyes

A white plate holding several chocolate and peanut butter buckeyes.
Buckeyes. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

These chocolate-dipped peanut butter balls are a classic no-bake Christmas candy. Rolling and dipping the peanut butter centers makes a fun holiday activity for kids.
Get the Recipe: Buckeyes

Pistachio Fluff Salad

Pistachio salad topped with nuts and cherries.
Pistachio Fluff Salad. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Five ingredients create this festive green Christmas dessert without any cooking. The make-ahead option works great during busy holiday times.
Get the Recipe: Pistachio Fluff Salad

Peanut Butter Pie

Side view of a slice of peanut butter pie topped with whipped cream on a plate.
Peanut Butter Pie. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Six basic ingredients create this rich no-bake pie that’s ready for your Christmas table. The creamy filling sets up in the fridge while you handle other holiday tasks.
Get the Recipe: Peanut Butter Pie

Icebox Cake

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

Graham crackers soften between layers of whipped cream to create this no-bake Christmas dessert. Adding red berries makes it look festive with no extra work.
Get the Recipe: Icebox Cake

No-Bake Cherry Cheesecake

A slice of pie with a graham cracker crust, creamy filling, and topped with cherry sauce, on a white plate.
No-Bake Cherry Cheesecake. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

This six-ingredient cheesecake skips the water bath and cracking worries of traditional baking. The red cherry topping adds Christmas color naturally.
Get the Recipe: No-Bake Cherry Cheesecake

Banoffee Pie

A slice of banoffee pie on a light blue plate, featuring layers of banana, caramel, and whipped cream, with a sprinkle of chocolate shavings on top.
Banoffee Pie. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Layers of bananas, toffee, and cream create this impressive no-bake Christmas dessert. Store-bought ingredients help it come together without any cooking.
Get the Recipe: Banoffee Pie

Haystack Cookies

No bake haystack cookies on a white cake stand.
Haystack Cookies. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Four ingredients make these chocolate no-bake cookies that look like mini Christmas trees. They set up in the fridge while you work on other holiday prep.
Get the Recipe: Haystack Cookies

Red Velvet Truffles

Close-up of red cake balls decorated with white icing and red and green sprinkles.
Red Velvet Truffles. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

These four-ingredient Christmas candies need zero baking to look fancy. The red color makes them perfect for holiday cookie plates.
Get the Recipe: Red Velvet Truffles

Cherry Salad

Cherry fluff salad in blue bowls with whipped cream.
Cherry Salad. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

This pink fluffy dessert uses six ingredients and takes five minutes to make. The no-bake preparation works great for Christmas gatherings.
Get the Recipe: Cherry Salad

Tiramisu Trifle

Layers of cake, coffee pudding and whipped cream in a trifle glass.
Tiramisu Trifle. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Coffee-soaked cake layers with creamy mascarpone create an elegant no-bake Christmas dessert. The layers look impressive but need no actual baking.
Get the Recipe: Tiramisu Trifle

Peanut Butter Dip

A dish of peanut butter dip topped with chocolate pieces served with apple slices and pretzels on the side.
Peanut Butter Dip. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

This no-bake dip turns plain cookies into a fun Christmas dessert activity. Set it out with dippers for an easy holiday dessert station.
Get the Recipe: Peanut Butter Dip

Church Window Cookies

Church window cookies with colored marshmallows and coconut.
Church Window Cookies. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Chocolate-covered marshmallows and nuts create stained-glass patterns in these no-bake Christmas cookies. The five ingredients come together without any heat.
Get the Recipe: Church Window Cookies

Mini Pumpkin Tiramisu

A dessert in a glass cup featuring layers of pumpkin-flavored mousse, ladyfingers, and whipped cream. Cinnamon sticks and a pumpkin are placed beside the glass on a wooden surface.
Mini Pumpkin Tiramisu. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

These individual no-bake desserts make Christmas serving simple. The creamy layers look fancy but skip all the traditional baking steps.
Get the Recipe: Mini Pumpkin Tiramisu

Chocolate Lush

Slice of chocolate peanut butter lasagna on a plate.
Chocolate Lush. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Layers of cookies, peanut butter, chocolate, and whipped topping create this no-bake Christmas dessert. Store-bought ingredients help it come together without using the oven.
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Lush

Lime Jello Salad

Piece of lime jello salad topped with whipped cream and a cherry.
Lime Jello Salad. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

This bright green dessert adds festive Christmas color to your table with no cooking needed. The old-fashioned recipe stays firm for holiday serving.
Get the Recipe: Lime Jello Salad

Brownie Truffles

A stack of chocolate-covered cake balls topped with colorful sprinkles on a black and white checkered plate.
Brownie Truffles. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Store-bought brownies become fancy Christmas candies in this no-bake recipe. The chocolate coating makes them look special with minimal effort.
Get the Recipe: Brownie Truffles

Ice Cream Pie

Ice cream pie with swirls of hot fudge on top and cinnamon cereal around the edges.
Ice Cream Pie. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

This ten-minute no-bake pie uses cereal crust for a quick Christmas dessert solution. The cream filling sets up while you focus on other holiday tasks.
Get the Recipe: Ice Cream Pie

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