Sick of boring summer desserts? Turn up the cool factor with these 17 no-bake recipes! Forget the oven and hello to refreshing treats that are anything but ordinary. From creamy swirls to fruity delights, these easy recipes are perfect for anyone who wants a delicious escape from the brutal summer heat.
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Cookie Dough Chocolate Chip Truffles
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Playful textures and flavors collide in these no-bake cookie dough truffles. Rich chocolate surrounds a center of edible cookie dough, making them a fun and easy treat.
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Double Chocolate Cherry Cereal Bars
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Ditch the oven and transform your childhood favorite into a decadent dessert. Packed with chocolate and maraschino cherries, these double chocolate cherry cereal bars are a no-bake treat everyone will love.
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Caramel Hot Fudge Sauce
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Level up your sundaes with this easy homemade caramel hot fudge sauce. Rich, decadent, and simple to make, it’s the perfect topping for all your summer favorites.
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Nutella No-Bake Cookies
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Craving something sweet? These Nutella no-bake cookies are quick and easy to make. Don’t be fooled by the nickname – they’re delicious and disappear fast!
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Banana Ice Cream Sandwiches
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Cool off with a healthy twist on a classic! Frozen banana ice cream sandwiches are a guilt-free way to indulge. Creamy frozen bananas sandwiched between graham crackers make a refreshing summer treat.
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S’mores Bark
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Skip the campfire and satisfy your sweet tooth with this easy s’mores bark. Layers of melted chocolate, marshmallows, and crushed graham crackers create a delicious no-bake treat that tastes like s’mores.
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Homemade Ice Cream Cake
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Beat the heat without turning on the oven! This no-bake ice cream cake is simple to make and costs less than store-bought versions. Layer your favorite ice cream flavors and toppings for a fun and delicious summer dessert.
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Strawberry Curd
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Perfect for topping pancakes or filling cakes, this easy strawberry curd is a delicious and versatile no-bake option. Made with fresh strawberries, it adds a burst of summer flavor to any treat.
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Cookie Dough Frozen Custard
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Homemade ice cream is the ultimate way to cool down on a hot day. This cookie dough frozen custard beats store-bought options with its richer taste and chunks of delicious cookie dough in every bite.
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Avocado Ice Cream
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Don’t be afraid to try something new! Avocado ice cream is surprisingly creamy and delicious. This no-bake treat uses the natural richness of avocados to create a healthy and refreshing frozen dessert.
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Banana Boats
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Fun and easy to make, banana boats are the perfect way to end a summer cookout. Fill halved bananas with your favorite toppings for a delicious and customizable no-bake treat. Options include chocolate chips, marshmallows, and caramel.
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Salted Caramel Ice Cream
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Make your own irresistible salted caramel ice cream! This creamy and decadent no-bake treat is perfectly balanced with a touch of salty sweetness, making it the perfect summer dessert.
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Mango Custard
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Escape to the tropics with this creamy mango custard. Sweet mango and smooth custard come together for a refreshing no-bake dessert that’s perfect for a hot summer day.
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Double Chocolate Peppermint Cereal Bars
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Ditch the boring rice krispie treats! These grown-up chocolate peppermint cereal bars are bursting with flavor and just as easy to make. Packed with chocolate and peppermint, this is a delicious no-bake dessert.
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Peach Coconut Milk Ice Cream
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Close your eyes and taste the tropics! This creamy peach coconut milk ice cream is a delicious blend of ripe peaches and coconut milk. Escape to a summer paradise with this easy no-bake dessert.
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S’mores Cereal Bars
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Craving a taste of summer? These s’mores cereal bars capture the flavors of your favorite campfire treat with a graham cracker cereal crust and a chocolate marshmallow topping. No campfire needed, this is a fun and easy no-bake summer dessert.
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Homemade Waffle Cones
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Elevate your ice cream experience with these easy homemade waffle cones. Ditch the store-bought cones and make your own golden-brown cones in minutes to perfectly hold your favorite ice cream flavors.
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