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.](https://fooddrinklife.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/spoonful-pumpkin-tiramisu-with-three-dishes-lined-up-horizontal-1024x716.jpg)
Charcuterie Dessert Board
![An arrangement of assorted snacks and pastries on a wooden table, featuring strawberries, doughnuts, pretzels, chocolate-covered almonds, and cupcakes.](https://fooddrinklife.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/dessert-charcuterie-board-close-up.jpeg)
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.
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No Bake Rainbow Snowcone Chocolate Balls
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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.
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Jewish Desserts Board
![Assorted snacks and fruits, including blueberries, strawberries, and candies, displayed on a table.](https://fooddrinklife.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/passover-jewish-dessertsf-from-front-fruit-in-focus.jpeg)
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.
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Fruit Pinwheels
![Sliced fruit and cream cheese pinwheel sandwiches arranged on a slate serving board with fresh strawberries.](https://fooddrinklife.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Fruit-Pinwheels.jpg)
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.
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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.](https://fooddrinklife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Blueberry-Ice-Cream-Image-FDL-2.jpg)
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.
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Strawberry Lemonade Icebox Cake
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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!
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Nutella No Bake Cookies
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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.
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No-Bake Strawberry Shortcake
![Strawberries, cake and whipped cream layered in dessert glasses.](https://fooddrinklife.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/shortcakes-fdl.jpg)
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.
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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.](https://fooddrinklife.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/pumpkin-tiramisu-from-side-horizontal.jpg)
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?
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No Bake Brownies
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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.
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Strawberry Trifle
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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.
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