30+ Easy No-Bake Desserts - A Beautiful Mess

What’s the first thing that comes to mind when someone mentions no-bake desserts? We think of classic no-bake cookies almost every time.

However, there are a bunch of easy no-bake dessert recipes that we often forget about, like cheesecake, fudge, and dessert dip (just to name a few).

In this post, we’re sharing over 30 easy no-bake desserts for an occasion or holiday. All of these easy no-bake desserts recipes require one thing—not turning your oven on in the summer!

These sweet treats are also perfect for picnics, BBQs, and potlucks.

We’ve included a variety of easy no-bake desserts in this roundup, like:

No-Bake Banana Cream Pie

This no-bake banana cream pie recipe is super easy to make, and it can be prepared ahead of time! We used a pre-made crust and and topped it with homemade whipped cream and banana slices.

Dunkaroo Funfetti Dip

We love making dessert dips, and kids (and adults) love to eat them! This recipe is the dip version of Funfetti cake topped with sprinkles. Serve with animal crackers, fruit, or pretzels.

No-Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Cookies

No-bake cookies are one of the most popular no-bake desserts, and they’re perfect for any occasion. This recipe for no-bake chocolate oatmeal cookies is foolproof and delicious.

Bakery-Style Rice Krispie Treats

What’s not to love about Rice Krispie treats? This easy dessert makes big squares with rich vanilla flavor from browned butter, sweetened condensed milk, and marshmallows.

Nutella Puppy Chow

Puppy chow (AKA muddy buddies) is a bite-size dessert made with Chex cereal. Nutella adds so much to this this recipe—it’s the ultimate chocolate and peanut butter treat.

Eclair Cake

No-bake chocolate eclair cake is a perfect dessert to make when it’s too hot to turn your oven on, or when you need an easy dessert idea for a party. It’s always a crowd favorite!

Homemade Creamsicles – 4 Ingredients

A nostalgic, easy recipe for homemade creamsicles made with fresh squeezed orange juice. You can make this frozen treat with any kind of juice if you want to switch up the flavors.

No-Bake S’mores Icebox Cake

An easy recipe for icebox cake made with graham crackers, mascarpone whipped cream, chocolate ganache, and toasted marshmallows. It’s perfect for a summer BBQ.

No-Bake Cherry Cheesecake

This cherry cheesecake is the perfect mix of sweet and savory. The crust is delicious and buttery (with a surprising ingredient!). Serve it in squares or in a fancy glass with a spoon.

No-Bake Peanut Butter Pie

If you’re a fan of Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, you will love this no-bake peanut butter pie. The chocolate crust can be made with crushed Oreos or buy a pre-made chocolate crust.

Easy Popcorn Balls

Popcorn balls are a fun, nostalgic treat. This foolproof recipe is great for kids, and you can add all kinds of mix-ins to them (like cereal, sprinkles, and M&M’s).

Oreo Dip

Oreo dip is as decadent and delicious as it sounds. This cream cheese-based dessert can be whipped up in 5 minutes and served with fresh fruit, cookies, or pretzels.

Easy Pumpkin Pie Pudding

Pumpkin pie pudding is exactly what it sounds like—pudding that tastes like pumpkin pie. This dessert can be prepared ahead, and you’ll be shocked at how easy it is to make!

Easy 3 Ingredient Fudge

We mainly think of fudge as a holiday dessert, but it can be enjoyed any time of the year. This recipe is amazing, and it only has 3 ingredients. You’ll want to eat at least 2 pieces.

Green Tea & White Chocolate Tiramisu

Tiramisu is a “fancy” dessert that’s super easy to make. This recipe combines matcha green tea and white chocolate liqueur, but it has all the fluffy creaminess of classic tiramisu.

Bird’s Nest Cookies

Bird’s nest cookies are crunchy chocolate and peanut butter no-bake treats that are topped with candy eggs. Most often associated with Easter, they are delicious anytime!

No-Bake Caramel Apple Cheesecake

Our no-bake caramel apple cheesecake is a decadent treat that can be served warm with ice cream. The base only has 4 ingredients, so it’s an easy recipe that anyone can make.

Peanut Butter Cup Bars

Peanut butter cup bars are a rich and indulgent chocolate and peanut butter dessert. This recipe can be made ahead (and it freezes well) so you can thaw and enjoy a bar anytime!

Ambrosia Salad

An easy recipe for classic ambrosia salad—a creamy fruit salad made with canned fruit, whipped topping, and fruit-flavored mini marshmallows. A fun, retro dessert to enjoy!

Homemade Cookie Butter

Homemade cookie butter is a delicious dessert dip that can be served with fruit, pretzels, or animal crackers. This recipe is simple and can be made with any cookie. So many options!

Peanut Brittle

A foolproof recipe for homemade peanut brittle with tips and tricks for success. Anyone can make this delicious candy. Pro tip: Add melted chocolate to the top before breaking it apart.

Easy No-Bake Key Lime Pie

No-bake key lime pie is a perfect warm weather treat—it’s super easy to make and a perfect blend of tart and sweet. It can be made with homemade store-bought crust.

Easy Chocolate Oreo Truffles

Chocolate Oreo truffles are truly impossible to put down once you start eating them. They’re rich, easy to make, and one of our go-to’s when making something sweet for a crowd.

Easy Ice Cream Cake

Ice cream cake is a perfect for birthdays and other celebrations, and this recipe is truly the easiest. Be sure to garnish the top with birthday cake Oreos and lots of sprinkles.

Cinnamon Toast Tiramisu

This unique tiramisu recipe replaces traditional ladyfingers with one of our favorite breakfast cereals—Cinnamon Toast Crunch! This unique dessert would be fun to serve at a party.

No-Bake Cheesecake Truffles

If you’re looking for a cheesecake version of chocolate truffles, this recipe for no-bake cherry cheesecake truffles is so easy to make. Simply use a box mix and cherry pie filling.

Dairy-Free Vanilla Ice Cream

Of course we had to include ice cream on our list! This recipe for dairy-free vanilla ice cream only has 4 ingredients, and it’s perfect for an after dinner hot fudge sundae.

No-Bake Pumpkin Pie

A simple, foolproof recipe for no-bake pumpkin pie that anyone can make. You can even make it ahead of time, freeze it, and thaw before serving. A classic dessert for the holidays.

Matcha No-Bake Cheesecakes

Here’s a unique flavor profile for you: matcha and cheesecake! These individual-size no-bake cheesecakes have crushed matcha green Pocky in the crust. Such a fun dessert!

No-Bake Chocolate Silk Pie

Our recipe for no-bake chocolate silk pie is a chocolate lover’s dream. The crust is incredibly easy to make, and the peanut butter-based filling can be made in a blender.

No-Bake Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies

An easy-to-follow recipe that makes soft and chewy no-bake pumpkin cookies. These are basically the pumpkin version of no-bake chocolate cookies, so you know they’re going be good.

Cookie Dough Dip

Everything there is to love about edible cookie dough … in the form of dip! This no-bake recipe is ready in five minutes, and it doesn’t require eggs or butter. It’s so good!