Here are 11 desserts you can make without turning on an oven

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You probably don’t want to turn on the oven during hot weather to make dinner and chances are you are even less inclined to do the same to make dessert. However, rather than going out for ice cream, you can save money and make one of these 11 effortless desserts that come together without ever turning on an oven.

A close-up view of a dessert in a glass cup featuring layers of creamy pumpkin custard and whipped topping, with additional cups in the background and decorative foliage around.
Pumpkin Tiramisu Dessert. Photo credti: Bagels and Lasagna.

Charcuterie Dessert Board

An arrangement of assorted snacks and pastries on a wooden table, featuring strawberries, doughnuts, pretzels, chocolate-covered almonds, and cupcakes.
Charcuterie Dessert Board. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

When it is too hot to bake, throw together a charcuterie board dedicated to desserts. You can use all store-bought items you might have in your pantry plus cut, fresh fruit.
Get the Recipe: Charcuterie Dessert Board

No Bake Rainbow Snowcone Chocolate Balls

A white plate with nine round, colorful balls of sugar-coated dough on a gray striped cloth; two wooden scoops lie nearby.
No Bake Rainbow Snowcone Chocolate Balls. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

These rainbow snowcone chocolate balls are perfect for summer, resembling the nostalgic snow cones from the ice cream truck. They’re great for hot days since they don’t require an oven.
Get the Recipe: No Bake Rainbow Snowcone Chocolate Balls

Jewish Desserts Board

Assorted snacks and fruits, including blueberries, strawberries, and candies, displayed on a table.
Jewish Desserts Board. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

A Jewish desserts charcuterie board is a versatile choice for any Jewish holiday or visit to a kosher home.It provides a variety of sweet treats that cater to different tastes and traditions.
Get the Recipe: Jewish Desserts Board

Fruit Pinwheels

Sliced fruit and cream cheese pinwheel sandwiches arranged on a slate serving board with fresh strawberries.
Fruit Pinwheels. Photo credit: Thriving In Parenting.

These fruit pinwheels are a sweet turn on the classic tortilla wraps, filled with fresh fruit slices and creamy cream cheese. With a colorful swirl of flavors, they are designed to be an appetizer but work as a dessert, too.
Get the Recipe: Fruit Pinwheels

Blueberry Ice Cream

An overhead shot of homemade blueberry ice cream in a metal loaf pan next to waffle bowls, spoons, and a cream colored napkin.
Blueberry Ice Cream. Photo credit: Renee Nicole’s Kitchen.

Homemade blueberry ice cream. This egg-free ice cream is filled with fresh blueberries, whole milk and cream. It tastes like summer in a bowl and is so fast and easy to make.
Get the Recipe: Blueberry Ice Cream

Strawberry Lemonade Icebox Cake

Image shows a spoon holding a scoop of the strawberry lemonade icebox cake with a small jar of the dessert behind it.
Strawberry Lemonade Icebox Cake. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Strawberries and lemon are so refreshing, and they’re absolutely delicious in this quick and simple recipe for an icebox cake. It’s so satisfying and pretty, too!
Get the Recipe: Strawberry Lemonade Icebox Cake

Nutella No Bake Cookies

Image shows no bake nutella cookies on wax paper sitting on a wooden board.
Nutella No Bake Cookies. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

These Nutella No Bake Cookies are a Christmas staple, because they are also known as “reindeer poop.” However, there’s nothing wrong with making them a hot summer day for a dessert snack.
Get the Recipe: Nutella No Bake Cookies

No-Bake Strawberry Shortcake

Strawberries, cake and whipped cream layered in dessert glasses.
No-Bake Strawberry Shortcake. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Try this easy recipe for No-Bake Strawberry Shortcakes. Your base is a store-bought pound cake, plus beautiful, ruby-red juicy berries and topped with strawberry whipped cream for a perfect summertime dessert.
Get the Recipe: No-Bake Strawberry Shortcake

Pumpkin Tiramisu Dessert

Three glass dessert cups filled with layers of pumpkin mousse, whipped cream, and sponge cake sit on a wooden surface, adorned with greenery and cinnamon sticks. A small white pumpkin is in the background.
Pumpkin Tiramisu Dessert. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

This pumpkin tiramisu dessert, served in mini trifle dishes, is a fall flavor take on the traditional Italian dessert that is typically made with espresso and cocoa powder. Who says you have to wait for fall to make them?
Get the Recipe: Pumpkin Tiramisu Dessert

No Bake Brownies

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

Can’t resist a brownie? Whip up Grandma’s No-Bake Brownies – they’re about to become your new obsession. No sweat required, bursting with flavor, and ready before you know it! Ditch the heat, this recipe is pure delight.
Get the Recipe: No Bake Brownies

Strawberry Trifle

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

Forget the fuss of dessert! This strawberry trifle is incredibly simple to make and perfect for a casual gathering. Packed with fresh berries and creamy custard, it’s a refreshing treat that’ll be a huge hit with your guests.
Get the Recipe: Strawberry Trifle

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