No-Bake Desserts: Top 5 Recipes for Hassle Free Baking at Home

Desserts that don't require baking are an icon of modernity and ease of preparation in the culinary arts. Making desserts doesn't need cooking or baking, which is a comfort because it eliminates the need to deal with all those tedious cooking tasks. These sweets are perfect for people who don't want a lot of effort or who are really busy. 

Without the need for heat, try these three dessert dishes that are both easy and inventive. Save these recipes to your bookmarks and come back to them anytime you need easy, fast meals. 

1. Blueberry Oreo Tart 

Dessert tarts are unique. The crust's flakiness, the filling's sweetness and smoothness, and the toppings' textural additions are all there in every bite. Although the steps to make a tart are simple and the ingredients are basic, the final dish is a rich and delicious dessert with a nuanced and gratifying texture. Without baking, this is how to make a tart!

Ingredients: 

24 crushed Oreo cookies 

5 tbsp unsalted butter 

½ tsp kosher salt 

1 packet gelatin 

500 g blackberries 

1 tbsp orange juice 

 ⅔ cup whipping cream 

 ⅔ cup condensed milk 

150 g mascarpone 

¼ cup mini oreos 

Method: 

In a large bowl, mix the Oreo cookies, butter and salt. 

Press the mixture into the bottom and sides of a tart pan. Freeze until chilled. 

Cook the gelatin on medium heat and add 3 tablespoons of water, whisking constantly. Set aside to cool. 

Blend the blackberries into a smooth puree. Strain in a sieve into a bowl. 

Set aside 1 tablespoon of the puree for topping. To the rest, add the orange juice, gelatin and salt. 

Beat the cream until stiff peaks appear. Add the condensed milk and beat until thoroughly combined. 

Set aside a few spoons of cream for topping. To the rest, add the mascarpone and blackberry mixture. 

Pour this filling onto the Oreo crust and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. 

Mix the remaining blackberry puree and whipped cream, and add a dollop of the mixture to the middle of the tart. 

2. Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars 

Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars are a no-bake treat that will make your heart sing. These easy-to-make snacks are the perfect solution to your sweet tooth problems; they mix the decadent flavours of peanut butter with the richness of chocolate.

Ingredients: 

1 cup creamy peanut butter 

1/2 cup honey 

1/2 cup coconut oil 

2 cups rolled oats 

1 cup chocolate chips 

1 tsp vanilla extract 

A pinch of salt 

Method:

In a saucepan, melt peanut butter, honey, and coconut oil over low heat. 

Remove from heat and stir in rolled oats, chocolate chips, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. 

Line a baking dish with parchment paper and press the mixture evenly into it. 

Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until set. 

Cut into bars and savor the irresistible blend of chocolate and peanut butter. 

3. Berry-Licious Cheesecake Parfait 

Berry-Licious Cheesecake Parfait is a wonderful way to spice up your dessert game. Delicious and easy to make, this no-bake dessert layers luscious cheesecake filling with colourful berries.

Ingredients: 

2 cups cream cheese, softened 

1 cup powdered sugar 

1 tsp vanilla extract 

1 cup graham cracker crumbs 

1/2 cup melted butter 

Mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries) 

Honey for drizzling (optional) 

Method: 

In a bowl, mix cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth. 

In a separate bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. 

Layer the bottom of serving glasses or jars with the graham cracker mixture. 

Spoon a layer of the cream cheese mixture on top. 

Add a generous layer of mixed berries. 

Repeat the layers until the glass is filled. 

Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight. 

Drizzle with honey before serving if desired. 

4. Orange Creamsicles 

Creamsicles are a timeless treat, known for their rich, creamy centre and vibrant, eye-catching colours. The enjoyable combination of the zesty citrus flavour and the rich, creamy vanilla creates a nostalgic and joyful culinary experience.

Ingredients: 

For the orange base: 

350 g frozen orange juice concentrate 

½ cup heavy cream 

¼ cup granulated sugar 

½ tsp pure vanilla extract 

⅛ tsp kosher salt

Orange food coloring (optional) 

For the vanilla yogurt base and assembly:

1 cup full-fat plain yogurt 

1 cup heavy cream 

¼ cup granulated sugar 

1 tsp pure vanilla extract 

⅛ tsp kosher salt 

Method:

Blend the orange juice concentrate, cream, sugar, vanilla and salt. 

Add food coloring (optional). 

Transfer the mixture to a bowl and refrigerate. 

In another bowl, whisk together the yogurt, cream, sugar, vanilla and salt. Cover and refrigerate. 

Pour a little bit of the yogurt mixture into an ice pop mold, then add the orange base. Continue layering, and insert wooden sticks. 

Freeze at least for 8 hours or overnight. Release from pops and serve. 

5. Blackberry cheesecake 

A tantalizing and scrumptious dessert, the blackberry cheesecake combines the creaminess of the filling with the colorfulness of the berry, couple with the crunch of the base. It’s like a carnival in your mouth. If you so desire, you can add fresh blackberries on top as well.

Ingredients: 

For the blackberry topping: 

150 g blackberries 

¼ cup granulated sugar 

½ lime juice 

For the crust: 

1 pack crushed graham crackers 

5 tbsp. unsalted butter 

¼ cup granulated sugar 

For the cheesecake filling: 

1 cup heavy cream 

1 cup powdered sugar 

2 blocks cream cheese 

¼ cup yogurt 

1 tsp vanilla extract 

Juice of 1 lime 

Pinch of kosher salt 

Method: 

In a saucepan, add the blackberries, sugar and lime juice and mix on medium heat. 

Strain mixture into a bowl and set aside to cool. 

In a food mixer, grind the graham crackers, sugar and butter, until it looks like wet sand. 

Evenly add the crust mixture in a baking dish. 

In a large bowl, beat the cream and sugar until stiff peaks form. Add the cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Then add the yogurt, vanilla, lime juice and salt with the remaining whipped cream 

Pour the mixture over the crust and add spoonfuls of blackberry over the cheesecake. Swirl with a toothpick to make designs. 

Refrigerate until chilled and serve.