No matter where you are in the world, you’ve likely felt, or at least heard plenty about, the global heatwave. Extreme temperatures are gripping countries like France, Greece, Italy, Portugal and Spain, bringing record highs, health alerts and wildfires. India is battling relentless heat waves, with some regions seeing daytime temperatures near 50°C (122°F). The New York Times has even dedicated a page to coping with the extreme heat, offering practical advice like “Make a Plan to Stay Cool.” That’s exactly where this collection of no-bake desserts comes in.
When the heat is unbearable, the last thing anyone wants is to crank up the oven or work over the stove. We’ve rounded up the best no-bake recipes to keep you cool this summer, from three-ingredient fudge inspired by Passover chocolate lollipops to classic Israeli Icebox Cake and a Limonana Ice Pop recipe with fresh mint. Perfectly delicious treats for sweltering days when staying cool is the priority.
Easy 3-Ingredient Fudge
This cold chocolate-almond-butter fudge will be your new favorite quick treat.
Limonana Ice Pops with Fresh Mint
Nothing quite quenches summertime thirst like lemon and mint.
No-Bake Chocolate Covered Cheesecake Bites
A no-bake cheesecake without all the work or oven time? Count us in!
No-Bake Chocolate Tahini Pie
No-bake pies are perfect for these hot summer days when we crave something sweet.
No-Bake Funfetti Cheesecake
Who says cheesecake is just for Shavuot? And this no-bake version has sprinkles. Need we say more?
Vegan Tahini Milkshake
A cooling, indulgent non-dairy treat inspired by Israeli flavors.
No-Bake Strawberry Coconut Pie
A fruity no-bake pie option for your friends and family.
Kadorei Shokolad (Chocolate Balls)
This one-bowl recipe requires zero baking or special equipment, and it’s easy enough for a young child to make.
No-Bake Israeli Ice Box Cake
Try your hand at one of Israel’s best-loved desserts, a no-bake cake made with soaked tea biscuits.
