Ice cream who? 13 no-bake delights to beat the summer heat

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Ditch the churn and crank up the cool! This collection of 13 no-bake treats is all you need to satisfy your sweet tooth and conquer the summer heat. From delicious trifles to decadent cheesecakes, these delicious desserts are ready to be enjoyed with zero oven time.

A slice of green oreo pie on a plate with a fork.
Grasshopper Pie. 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.

Craving brownies? Grandma’s No-Bake Brownies are your new favorite. Super easy, crazy good, and ready in like, two shakes of a lamb’s tail. Ditch the oven, this recipe is pure magic!
Get the Recipe: No Bake Brownies

No Bake Lemon Cheesecake

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

Skip the stress and impress with a ray of sunshine on a plate: a no-bake lemon cheesecake! It’s the perfect way to celebrate without getting stuck in the kitchen. Forget fussy pie crusts – we’re using a store-bought graham cracker base for a delicious shortcut. Just whip up a zesty lemon filling and let it set in the fridge – easy peasy!
Get the Recipe: No Bake Lemon Cheesecake

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.

Craving comfort food? Skip the complicated desserts and whip up this EASY Banana Pudding! It’s seriously NO SWEAT to make (easier than tying your shoes!), and the taste is out-of-this-world. Perfect for potlucks or a treat with loved ones, this pudding features layers of creamy goodness, sweet bananas, and delightful vanilla wafers. It’s a banana pudding masterpiece!
Get the Recipe: Classic Banana Pudding

Corn Flake Cookies

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

Ditch the oven and impress your family and friends with these amazing 5-Ingredient Corn Flake Cookies. It’s a no-bake twist on the classic choco-peanut butter combo, ready in minutes. Just mix, chill, and enjoy! Perfect for satisfying those gotta-have-something-sweet cravings.
Get the Recipe: Corn Flake Cookies

Chocolate Peanut Butter Pudding

Four jars of chocolate granola on a wooden cutting board.
Chocolate Peanut Butter Pudding. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Peanut Butter Cup in a Pudding? Sign me up! This Chocolate Peanut Butter Pudding is the ultimate indulgence for choco-peanut butter lovers. It’s crazy smooth, ridiculously delicious, and delivers the flavors you crave. We bet Grandma would give it two thumbs up!
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Peanut Butter Pudding

Strawberry Trifle

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

Forget dessert dilemmas! This stunning strawberry trifle is surprisingly simple to prepare, making it ideal for any get-together. Bursting with fresh berries and a velvety custard, it’s a summery treat guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser.
Get the Recipe: Strawberry Trifle

Peanut Butter Pie

A slice of peanut butter pie topped with whipped cream and peanuts, on a white plate with the whole pie in the background.
Peanut Butter Pie. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Why not skip the grocery store pie aisle and make with a homemade Peanut Butter Pie? It’s surprisingly simple to make. All you need is a graham cracker crust – a classic for a reason – and a creamy, dreamy peanut butter filling that will have everyone raving.
Get the Recipe: Peanut Butter Pie

Chocolate Mousse

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

Skip the fancy desserts. This Chocolate Mousse is the real deal: rich, chocolatey, and topped with whipped cream so fluffy it’ll knock your socks off. Plus, it’s easy-peasy! More time to chill and grill, what more could you want?
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Mousse

Grasshopper Pie

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

Ditch the complicated desserts and whip up something quick and yummy – hello, No-Bake Grasshopper Pie! Get ready to transform your favorite chocolate cookies into a delightful minty-chocolate wonder. We’re talking light and airy whipped cream, melt-in-your-mouth marshmallows, and a hidden ingredient that’s basically a grasshopper cocktail in pie form (top secret!).
Get the Recipe: Grasshopper Pie

Fudge

A plate of chocolate fudge squares is stacked into a pyramid, with another plate of fudge squares in the background.
Fudge. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Treat your family and friends to a taste of heaven this with this quick and decadent fudge! Loaded with rich chocolate chips and gooey marshmallows, this creamy fudge is sure to become a new favorite dessert.
Get the Recipe: Fudge

S’mores Pie

A slice of chocolate pie topped with toasted marshmallows on a white ornate plate, with a fork placed beside it, rests on a wooden surface. Another partially visible pie is in the background.
S’mores Pie. Photo credit: Real Life of Lulu.

Ditch the campfire and whip up this S’mores Pie in a flash! No oven needed, just pure, rich chocolate and fluffy toasted marshmallows waiting for you in this no-bake treat. It’s like bottling the magic of summer campfires into a pie dish. Believe me, it’s ridiculously easy and incredibly delicious!
Get the Recipe: S’mores Pie

Easy Chocolate Dessert

A chocolate dessert topped with whipped cream and a chocolate star.
Easy Chocolate Dessert. Photo credit: Erren’s Kitchen.

This chocolate dessert is a total fake-out! Super easy to make, but it looks fancy enough to be from a restaurant. Rich, delicious, and perfect for wowing your friends – all without spending hours in the kitchen.
Get the Recipe: Easy Chocolate Dessert

Peanut Butter and Chocolate Truffles

Four chocolate truffles on a white plate.
Peanut Butter and Chocolate Truffles. Photo credit: Trina Krug.

Craving a sweet treat that won’t derail your healthy lifestyle? These truffles are the answer! Made with a decadent blend of chocolate chips, peanut butter, and a touch of cream, they deliver a rich, luxurious flavor without the carbs. Chilled and formed into bite-sized balls, they’re perfect for a satisfying snack or quick dessert. Indulge your chocolate cravings without the guilt!
Get the Recipe: Peanut Butter and Chocolate Truffles

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