These easy no-bake desserts are the best way to satisfy a sweet tooth without turning on the oven. From layered icebox cakes to cookies and pie, there’s something here for every craving.
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No-Bake Desserts Worth Making
I’ve been making no-bake desserts for years, but ever since we moved back home to Arizona they’ve turned into a full-on lifesaver. From late spring to late fall, the last thing I want to do is turn on the oven. These recipes have saved more weeknight dessert cravings and last-minute potluck contributions than I can count.
If you’re new here and don’t know where to start, my three go-tos are the strawberry icebox cake (the one I make every time berries are in season), the banana pudding that disappears at every potluck, and the best rice krispie treats my kids judge all other rice krispie treats against. The avalanche cookies are the newest addition and already in heavy rotation.
The rest of this list is organized by type, so scroll to whatever you’re in the mood for. Cakes, cookies, ice cream, fruity stuff, chocolate, kid-friendly, and homemade candy. There’s something here for a Tuesday night sweet tooth and something here for company.
No-Bake Cakes, Cheesecakes and Pies
sLayered, creamy, and no oven required. The heaven on earth cake is my go-to for feeding a crowd, the Reese’s peanut butter cheesecake is the one that disappears first at parties, and the Oreo ice cream cake comes together in 30 minutes when I need something fast.
Heaven on Earth Cake
Using store-bought angel food cake, cherry pie filling, instant vanilla pudding mix, and Cool Whip, this easy, no-bake heaven on earth cake is a delicious luscious layered cake!
Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes
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Strawberry Icebox Cake
This strawberry icebox cake is an easy no bake dessert recipe layered with graham crackers, a fluffy whipped cream cheese filling and sliced strawberries. A summertime favorite!
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
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No-Bake Cheesecake
This no-bake cheesecake recipe is so easy to make and tastes just like a classic should with a silky smooth filling and decadent taste. No oven required, just chill, slice and serve.
Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
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Ice Cream Pie
This easy ice cream pie layers vanilla ice cream in a graham cracker crust with hot fudge, caramel, and toffee bits. A no-bake summer dessert favorite with only 5 ingredients!
Total Time: 2 hours 5 minutes
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Homemade Ice Cream Cake
This homemade ice cream cake is the perfect frozen summer dessert! Layers of cake, creamy ice cream, hot fudge, and crushed Oreos make this recipe an easy crowd favorite.
Total Time: 4 hours 30 minutes
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No Bake Reese’s Peanut Butter Cheesecake
This easy Reese's no-bake chocolate peanut butter cheesecake is smooth, creamy and loaded with peanut butter cups and a chocolate crust then topped with a rich chocolate ganache!
Total Time: 3 hours 30 minutes
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Oreo Ice Cream Cake Recipe
This Oreo ice cream cake is absolutely delicious and so easy to make! The layers of hot fudge, cool whip and crushed Oreo's make the perfect combination of chocolaty goodness.
Total Time: 30 minutes
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Lemon Icebox Pie
This lemon icebox pie is an old-fashioned, no-bake dessert made with a classic graham cracker crust and cream cheese, sweetened condensed milk and fresh lemon filling.
Total Time: 6 hours 21 minutes
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No-Bake Cookie Recipes
No-bake cookies are the recipes I reach for when I don’t want to deal with the oven, the mixer, or the cleanup. The classic chocolate peanut butter no-bake cookies are the ones I keep coming back to, the cookie dough truffles always end up on my holiday cookie trays, and the breakfast cookies are the one I’ll actually let my kids eat for breakfast.
No Bake Cookie Recipe
These no bake cookies are an easy to make dessert with only a few simple ingredients. Soft, chewy and fudgy with a classic chocolate and peanut butter taste!
Total Time: 15 minutes
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Peanut Butter Cornflake Cookies
These no-bake cornflake cookies with peanut butter are made with only 4 simple ingredients in just 30 minutes. Crunchy, chewy and full of sweet and salty taste!
Total Time: 30 minutes
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No-Bake Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies
These no-bake peanut butter oatmeal cookies are chewy and full of peanut butter flavor. Made with simple ingredients they are ready in just a few minutes!
Total Time: 40 minutes
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Edible Cookie Dough Recipe
This edible cookie dough is a safe-to-eat raw cookie dough that is easily made without eggs and uses heat treated flour. This sweet treat is irresistible to enjoy by the spoonful!
Total Time: 55 minutes
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Breakfast Cookies
No-bake and easy to make in one bowl, these breakfast cookies are naturally sweetened, gluten-free and delicious! The perfect healthy on-the-go breakfast or snack.
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
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Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Truffles
These chocolate chip cookie dough truffles are the perfect safe-to-eat, bite sized sweet treat that takes just 10 minutes to whip up! They will cure your sweet tooth in a matter of seconds!
Total Time: 40 minutes
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No Bake Avalanche Cookies
No bake avalanche cookies are sweet and crunchy treats made in minutes with Rice Krispies, creamy white chocolate, peanut butter, mini marshmallows and chocolate chips.
Total Time: 25 minutes
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Homemade Ice Cream, Popsicles and Frozen Treats
Homemade ice cream is genuinely easier than most people think, especially the no-churn versions. The no-churn ice cream needs three ingredients and a freezer, no machine required. The homemade vanilla ice cream is the base I build everything else from when I do break out the ice cream maker. And the fudge popsicles are what my kids ask for on repeat all summer.
Banana Split Dessert Recipe
No bake banana split dessert is layered with a graham cracker crust, cream cheese filling, fresh bananas, strawberries, pineapple and topped with whipped cream and a cherry on top. This cake gets devoured by everyone!
Total Time: 30 minutes
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Cookie Ice Cream Sandwiches
Cookie ice cream sandwiches are made with a creamy, thick layer of vanilla ice cream between two soft chocolate chip cookies then rolled in mini chocolate chips or sprinkles.
Total Time: 3 hours 15 minutes
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Fresh Strawberry Ice Cream Recipe
This fresh strawberry ice cream is easy to make in a Cuisinart ice cream maker with sweet strawberries and a homemade ice cream base. It's a favorite summer treat!
Total Time: 50 minutes
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Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream
This homemade vanilla ice cream is easy to make in an ice cream maker with only 5 ingredients! It's smooth and creamy with the best rich vanilla flavor.
Total Time: 30 minutes
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Chocolate Ice Cream
Easy no churn chocolate ice cream is made with only 4 simple ingredients! It's a rich, creamy homemade ice cream perfect for summer and no ice cream maker is needed.
Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
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No-Churn Ice Cream
You only need 3 ingredients to make this rich, creamy no-churn ice cream. There is no machine needed and it's ready to freeze in minutes!
Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
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Lemon Ice Cream
This creamy lemon ice cream tastes just like frozen lemonade—sweet, tart, and refreshing. Made with real lemons and churned to smooth perfection!
Total Time: 3 hours 45 minutes
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Banana Split Recipe
This banana split is a classic dessert and one of my family's favorite weekend treats! Start with a banana, three scoops of ice cream with lots of delicious toppings on top.
Total Time: 5 minutes
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Reese’s Ice Cream
Creamy vanilla ice cream topped with chopped Reese's peanut butter cups and hot fudge sauce. This rich and decadent Reese's ice cream is easy, quick and dangerously delicious!
Total Time: 30 minutes
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Easy Homemade Popsicles
Easy homemade popsicles made with just 3 simple ingredients and 10 minutes of prep. The creamy layers of fresh fruit and yogurt make this frozen dessert the perfect healthy and refreshing treat to cool off with this summer.
Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
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Fudge Popsicles
Easy homemade fudge popsicles (aka fudgesicles) made with only 7 ingredients! Super creamy, delicious and the perfect refreshing summer treat for both kids and adults.
Total Time: 12 hours 15 minutes
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Rainbow Popsicles
Hot summer days require cool refreshing treats and these easy rainbow popsicles made with real fruit and honey are just the thing!
Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
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No-Bake Fruit Desserts
Fruit does a lot of work in a no-bake dessert. It cuts through the cream cheese and whipped topping, adds color, and makes everything feel a little less heavy. The banana cream pie is the recipe I’ve made more times than I can count, the strawberry lasagna is the showstopper I bring to summer cookouts, and the pineapple fluff comes together in five minutes when I need something fast.
Strawberry Shortcake Trifle
This strawberry shortcake trifle is easy to make with layers of pound cake, sweet whipped cream and fresh strawberries. This classic dessert is perfect for summer!
Total Time: 25 minutes
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Easy Banana Cream Pie
Quick and easy banana cream pie is an old-fashioned favorite done in minutes! Sliced bananas and instant banana pudding make this no bake dessert amazing.
Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
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Cherry Cheesecake Dip Recipe
This no-bake cherry cheesecake dip is made with smooth, creamy cheesecake filling and topped with sweet cherry pie filling! It's an easy dessert dip that everyone loves.
Total Time: 5 minutes
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Lemon Lasagna Recipe
This lemon lasagna dessert is so creamy and luscious with layers of a golden Oreo crust, cream cheese, lemon pudding, whipped cream and toasted coconut!
Total Time: 3 hours 30 minutes
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Chocolate Strawberry Dessert Kabobs
Chocolate strawberry dessert kabobs filled with strawberries, marshmallows, brownies and chocolate. So easy and perfect for entertaining!
Total Time: 10 minutes
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Banana Pudding Recipe
The BEST banana pudding filled with layers of pudding, whipped cream, bananas and vanilla wafers. An easy, no-bake dessert that's perfect for a last minute party or get together.
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
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Raspberry Fluff
Creamy raspberry fluff is made with raspberry jello, vanilla pudding, Cool Whip and raspberries. This easy no bake dessert only takes 4 ingredients!
Total Time: 3 hours 10 minutes
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Chocolate Covered Strawberries
The perfect dessert for Valentine's Day! Follow these simple tips on how to make chocolate covered strawberries for the best results.
Total Time: 30 minutes
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Pineapple Fluff
No-bake pineapple fluff dessert made with only 5 simple ingredients. A quick and easy pineapple salad that's great for any occasion. So creamy, tropical and perfect for summer!
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
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Strawberry Lasagna
This strawberry lasagna is a no-bake dessert recipe made with 4 delicious layers. A golden Oreo crust, cheesecake with fresh strawberries, creamy strawberry jello and whipped topping!
Total Time: 3 hours 35 minutes
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No-Bake Strawberry Tiramisu
Strawberry tiramisu is an easy to make no-bake summer dessert made with classic ladyfinger cookies, then layered with creamy mascarpone and fresh strawberries!
Total Time: 20 minutes
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No-Bake Chocolate Desserts
Chocolate is the category I keep coming back to. The no-bake chocolate lasagna is the recipe with over 200 five-star reviews and it earns every one, the Oreo balls are my go-to when I need a make-ahead treat for a party, and the homemade Snickers bars taste better than the candy bar version (and that’s not me being dramatic).
Chocolate Lasagna
This no-bake chocolate lasagna has layers of crushed Oreo's, cream, chocolate pudding and chocolate chips! Does it get any better than that?!
Total Time: 3 hours 35 minutes
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Homemade Crunch Bars
These homemade crunch bars taste better than store bought, are easy to make with only 3 ingredients and have the same crispy, chocolaty taste as your favorite candy bar!
Total Time: 20 minutes
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Oreo Dirt Cake Recipe
If you love nostalgic no-bake desserts, this Oreo dirt cake is for you. It’s layered with creamy pudding, Cool Whip, and crushed Oreos for a treat that’s always a crowd-pleaser.
Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
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Oreo Pie
Made with a chocolaty Oreo cookie crust and a creamy Oreo cheesecake filling using simple ingredients, this easy no-bake Oreo pie sets up in the fridge in just a few hours!
Total Time: 3 hours 30 minutes
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Oreo Peanut Butter Pie
This Oreo peanut butter pie is made with an Oreo crust, whipped peanut butter cheesecake filling, and peanut butter cups on top for the perfect no-bake dessert.
Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
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Homemade Reese’s Bars Recipe
No bake peanut butter bars are a quick and easy dessert to make with no oven time required. An irresistible peanut butter base topped with rich chocolate tastes like 'homemade Reese's'!
Total Time: 30 minutes
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Homemade Snickers
Delicious homemade snickers bars filled with layers of chocolate, nougat, peanuts and caramel. These taste like the real candy bar but are made from scratch at home!
Total Time: 3 hours
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Disneyland’s Chocolate Peanut Butter Sandwich
Be transported to the Magic Kingdom with Disneyland's chocolate peanut butter sandwich recipe! It's easy to make with graham crackers, chocolate and peanut butter.
Total Time: 20 minutes
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Oreo Balls
These OREO balls are made with just 3 simple ingredients and are such an easy dessert recipe to make. Drizzle with chocolate or top with your favorite colored sprinkles for the perfect decorative treat!
Total Time: 35 minutes
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Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls
Easy peanut butter balls made with creamy peanut butter, powdered sugar and covered in a sweet chocolate coating. So easy to make and the perfect holiday treat!
Total Time: 35 minutes
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Chocolate banana cream pie
This chocolate banana cream pie is filled with a rich chocolate filling and then topped with a layer of bananas and even more whipped cream!
Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
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Oreo Cake Pops
Oreo cake pops are one of the EASIEST no-bake desserts that not only taste amazing but are adorable too! They're such a fun party treat and so inexpensive to make!
Total Time: 1 hour
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Easy Chocolate Mousse
This easy chocolate mousse is made with chocolate chips and no eggs. It’s smooth, creamy, and light as air, making it an effortless dessert that always impresses.
Total Time: 2 hours 5 minutes
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Chocolate French Silk Pie
A slice of French chocolate silk pie is a classic with a chocolate crust, rich and silky chocolate mousse filling, topped with whipped cream and chocolate shavings.
Total Time: 4 hours 40 minutes
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No-Bake Desserts for Kids
These are the recipes my kids actually help make. Most of them need nothing sharper than a spoon and nothing hotter than a microwave, which means I can hand off real steps without hovering. The fruity pebble treats are the recipe my kids have been making solo since they were six, the muddy buddies are the easiest 15-minute snack on the planet, and the marshmallow popcorn disappears before it has time to cool.
Trail Mix Muddy Buddy Recipe
These trail mix muddy buddies are the best sweet and salty snack that's sure to become a family favorite. Enjoy during road trips, movie night or as an after school snack…they are perfect for any occasion!
Total Time: 15 minutes
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Muddy Buddies
Muddy buddies (aka puppy chow) is a classic snack made with crunchy Chex cereal, a chocolate peanut butter coating then tossed in powdered sugar. An easy no-bake snack!
Total Time: 15 minutes
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Rice Krispie Treats Recipe
Gooey, soft and filled with buttery marshmallows and crispy cereal, this is the best rice krispie treats recipe that turns out perfect every time!
Total Time: 55 minutes
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Fruity Pebbles Rice Krispie Treats
A fantastic combination between rice krispie treats, cake batter and fruity pebbles cereal. These perfect no-bake fruity pebbles treats are destined to be your new favorite dessert!
Total Time: 55 minutes
Microwave Caramel Corn Recipe
Easy and delicious microwave caramel corn that can be made in less than 10 minutes! Perfect for when you need a last minute treat.
Total Time: 10 minutes
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Turtle Chex Party Mix
This no-bake game day snack is ready in less than 15 minutes and has the best sweet and salty flavor. It's loaded with Chex cereal, pretzels and almonds, then topped with a delicious chocolate-caramel drizzle. Take one bite and you will be hooked!
Total Time: 14 minutes
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Cookies and Cream Popcorn Recipe
A delicious and easy no-bake dessert or snack that can be made in 10 minutes or less with only 3 ingredients! You won't be able to put it down!
Total Time: 10 minutes
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Caramel Popcorn Balls
These caramel popcorn balls are made in the microwave in just 15 minutes! Covered in sweet, gooey caramel and perfectly chewy and crunchy.
Total Time: 15 minutes
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Peanut Butter Cheerio Bars Recipe
These easy no-bake peanut butter honey nut cheerio bars make the perfect snack or dessert. Only 4 ingredients and done in less than 10 minutes!
Total Time: 10 minutes
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Brown Butter Rice Krispie Treats
Brown butter rice krispie treats are an elevated twist on a classic with gooey marshmallows, crispy cereal and rich, nutty brown butter.
Total Time: 55 minutes
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Marshmallow Popcorn
Gooey marshmallow popcorn made with just 4 ingredients in 15 minutes! This mouth-watering treat is sweet, salty and crunchy.
Total Time: 15 minutes
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M&M Popcorn
M&M popcorn is the best kind of sweet treat! It's easy, fast, crispy, crunchy, and so addicting! It makes the best party snack, last-minute dessert, or a movie night treat!
Total Time: 10 minutes
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Golden Graham Bars
These Golden Graham bars are an easy no-bake treat made with Golden Grahams cereal, marshmallows and chocolate chips. No campfire required for these chewy bars!
Total Time: 15 minutes
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No-Bake Candy Recipes
Homemade candy sounds harder than it actually is. Most of these recipes use a microwave, a saucepan, or both, and they come together faster than you’d think for something that looks this impressive on a holiday tray. The 3-ingredient peanut butter fudge takes three minutes in the microwave, the buckeyes are the recipe I make every Christmas without fail, and the chocolate turtles look like you bought them from a candy shop.
3 Ingredient Peanut Butter Fudge
This 3-ingredient peanut butter fudge is smooth, creamy and easy to make in the microwave in only 3 minutes. One of my favorite recipes to make during the holiday season!
Total Time: 3 minutes
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Cool Whip Candy (3 Musketeers Copycat)
This Cool Whip candy has a light and fluffy chocolate center just like a 3 Musketeers bar! This homemade candy is easy to make in your own kitchen with just 3 ingredients.
Total Time: 1 hour 22 minutes
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Chocolate Truffles
Easy chocolate truffles made with only 3 simple ingredients! They are smooth, creamy, rich and seriously divine. The perfect festive and decadent treat to make for your Valentine!
Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
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Easy Microwave Fudge
Quick and easy microwave fudge comes together in 3 minutes with only 3 ingredients. This chocolate fudge recipe satisfies chocolate cravings and makes holiday gifting simple!
Total Time: 13 minutes
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Easy Microwave Caramels
Make microwave caramels in just 6 minutes, no candy thermometer needed! These soft, chewy, buttery treats are the perfect homemade candy recipe to share at the holidays.
Total Time: 21 minutes
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Divinity Candy
Soft, chewy and snow white, old fashioned divinity candy is a homemade Southern candy with sweet flavor and pillowy texture. My grandma made this recipe at the holidays!
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
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Buckeye Recipe
This easy buckeye recipe is made with peanut butter balls dipped almost all the way in a crispy chocolate shell. A popular no-bake candy for the holidays!
Total Time: 35 minutes
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Chocolate Turtles Recipe
This easy homemade chocolate turtles recipe is made with crisp pecans, chewy caramel and creamy chocolate with flake sea salt on top.
Total Time: 20 minutes
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White Chocolate Fudge
This easy white chocolate fudge is creamy, sweet and simple to make! It's rich flavor makes it perfect for gifting at Christmas or any other holiday.
Total Time: 2 hours 25 minutes
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Peanut Butter Balls with Rice Krispies
These peanut butter balls with Rice Krispies are a classic candy recipe with the best crunchy texture! A quick and easy no bake treat that is a holiday favorite.
Total Time: 35 minutes
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Homemade Take 5 Bites
If you love Take 5 candy bars, you are going to love this easy homemade version. No baking required and every bite is the perfect mix of salty, sweet, and crunchy.
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
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I hope you’ve enjoyed this list of no-bake desserts! Which one will you make first?
Jo Haire
Looking forward to some new recipes
Genesis B. Pahamutang
I love those desserts
Zaheera
Awesome and great recipes. Must try!
Jamielyn
Great round up! Can’t wait to try some of these recipes!
Sara @ Mom Endeavors
This is a great list! Thanks for sharing our Apple Snickers Trifle! It’s always a HUGE hit!
Mallory @ Classy CLutter
What an awesome collection! Great ideas for summer when turning your oven on can be quite brutal! :)