No Bake Desserts for Hot Summer Days
When the temperature climbs, and the last thing you want to do is turn on the oven, these no-bake desserts are exactly what summer calls for. From creamy frozen treats to rich chocolate indulgences, every single one of these recipes comes together without a single minute of bake time.
Straight From the Freezer
Ice cream and frozen desserts that deliver big on flavor and require nothing more than a little patience while they set.
Homemade Strawberry Ice Cream
Fresh strawberry flavor in a simple, scoopable homemade ice cream that tastes like peak summer.
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Peanut Butter Cookie Ice Cream
Homemade peanut butter ice cream loaded with cookie pieces for a scoop that beats anything from the store.
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Biscoff Cookie Butter Ice Cream
Creamy, caramelized Biscoff flavor swirled into a dreamy frozen dessert you will want to make on repeat.
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Peanut Butter Icebox Cake
Layers of peanut butter cream and cookies come together in the freezer for a show-stopping dessert with almost no effort.
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Chilled, Creamy, and Completely Dreamy
Cool, creamy desserts that live in the fridge and are always just minutes away from the table.
Chocolate Cream Pie
Silky, rich chocolate filling in a cool, no-bake crust that is pure comfort on a summer evening.
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Oreo Pie
A rich, cool Oreo filling in a chocolate crust that practically melts on a hot day.
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Raspberry Mini Cheesecakes
Individual creamy cheesecakes topped with a bright, tangy raspberry sauce that feels fancy with zero oven required.
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Cheesecake Fruit Dip
A dreamy, creamy fruit salad with a cheesecake base that works as a side dish or a straight-up dessert.
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Blueberry Lime Cheesecake Bar
Fresh blueberry and zesty lime come together in a creamy bar that tastes like summer in every bite.
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Bars and Bites of Goodness
Chewy, fudgy, and endlessly snackable, these no-bake treats are perfect for sharing at cookouts, potlucks, or, honestly, just keeping on the counter for yourself.
Brown Butter Caramel Rice Krispies
Nutty brown butter and rich dulce de leche make these Rice Krispie Treats feel like a completely grown-up upgrade.
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Scotcheroos
Chewy, peanut buttery bars topped with a chocolate butterscotch layer that disappears fast at any gathering.
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Rice Krispie Treats
The classic treat taken to the next level with an extra gooey, marshmallowy center everyone goes back for seconds on.
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No Bake Cookies
The beloved chocolate peanut butter cookie that has been a summer staple for generations and never gets old.
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No Bake S’mores Bars
All the campfire flavor of s'mores packed into an easy, no-bake bar you can make any time the craving hits.
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Dips and Spreads You Can’t Resist
The kind of desserts you set out with a bowl of dippers and let everyone dig in together.
Brownie Batter Dip
Rich, chocolatey brownie batter in dippable form, perfect with graham crackers, pretzels, or a spoon.
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Cheesecake Yogurt
Creamy cookie butter yogurt that doubles beautifully as a fruit dip at any summer spread.
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Grilled Desserts Worth Firing Up the Grill For
Who says dessert can’t go on the grill? These grilled dessert recipes are sweet, simple, and perfect for summer nights when you want something a little extra without turning on the oven.
Nutella Strawberry Dessert Pizza
A rich, creamy Nutella base gets topped with fresh sliced strawberries for a dessert that feels fancy but comes together quickly.
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Grilled S’mores Dessert Quesadillas
Brings all the campfire flavor without the campfire. Gooey chocolate and melty marshmallow get sandwiched between crispy, golden tortillas for a dessert that's impossible to put down.
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Strawberry Nutella Croissants
These Grilled Strawberry Nutella Croissants are the summer dessert you didn't know you were missing. Buttery, flaky croissants get filled with creamy Nutella and fresh strawberries, then grilled to golden perfection.
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Summer is short, sweet, and made for dessert. Whether you are pulling a creamy pie out of the fridge, scooping homemade ice cream on a hot afternoon, or setting out a pan of s’mores bars at a backyard cookout, these no-bake summer desserts are the ones that make the season feel extra special.
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Brown Butter Dulce de Leche Rice Krispie Treats
Classic Rice Krispie treats are elevated with nutty brown butter and layers of creamy dulce de leche for a rich, gooey, unforgettable dessert.
Course 500+ Best Dessert Recipes
Cuisine American
Keyword bar dessert, brown butter, Browned butter, dulce de leche, no bake, no bake dessert, rice krispie treats, rice krispies
Prep Time 10 minutes minutes
Total Time 10 minutes minutes
Servings 8
Calories 342kcal
Author Carrian Cheney
Spray a 9×9-inch pan with non-stick spray and line it with a foil or parchment paper sling. Spray again. Place a large pot on the stove over medium heat, add your butter and let it melt and then brown. *See notes below for browning butter. 5 Tablespoons Butter
Once the butter is browned, remove from the heat and add the salt and 8 cups of mini marshmallows. Stir until everything is completely melted and smooth. If you need to put it back on the heat to finish melting the marshmallows, that is fine. You just don't want the browned butter to burn.
½ teaspoon Sea Salt, 10 Cups Mini Marshmallows
Once it is smooth, add vanilla and stir again.
¼ teaspoon Vanilla Extract
Measure out the rice krispies cereal in a large bowl. Pour the melted marshmallows over the rice krispies and mix well.
6 Cups Rice Krispies Cereal
Add in the remaining marshmallows while still warm.
10 Cups Mini Marshmallows
Lightly press about half of the rice krispies mixture into your prepared pan (see note). Flatten it down so it is even in the pan and then spread the dulce de leche all over the rice krispies in an even layer.
½ Can Dulce de Leche
Top with the rest of the rice krispies mixture and lightly press it around until it is evenly spread into the pan. Let it set at room temperature until cooled.
- We made this batch with Cinnamon Sugar Rice Krispies and it was amazing. If you can’t find them at the store, you could add 1/4 – 1/3 cup of cinnamon sugar.
- Browning butter: Place a light colored pan over medium heat and add room temperature butter. Stir it gently as it melts. It will begin to foam and sizzle and then you will see little brown fleck forming on the bottom of the pan. As soon as you see those flecks, remove the pan from the heat.
- Using a spoon with a little butter on it will help you press the rice krispies into the pan without it sticking all over your hands.
Rice Krispie treats can be stored in an airtight container, at room temperature, for 2-3 days. Or they can be stored in the freezer for up to 6 weeks.Serving: 1bar | Calories: 342kcal | Carbohydrates: 69g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 19mg | Sodium: 362mg | Potassium: 32mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 38g | Vitamin A: 1616IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 5mg | Iron: 7mg