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Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
Although Southern cooks love to bake beautiful layer cakes, tricky meringues, and flavorful bread pudding recipes to show off their skills, there's not always time for an elaborate dessert. When you're in a last-minute rush (or if it's just too hot to cook during Southern summers!), turn to our favorite no-cook desserts. Not only are these delicious desserts no-bake, but they're also no-cook, which means you don't even have to turn the stovetop on. If you're short on time, don't preheat that oven—stick with our best no-cook desserts.
Éclair Cake
![Eclair Cake](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/n4HAMI2kp54eG9vw0rgk8oV_bIg=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/eclair-cake_beauty5-2000-6cf5cfc4dfc04f5d937c9852ba7376a0.jpg)
While delicate eclairs can be finicky to make, our no-bake cake version is a breeze, even for the novice baker.
Lemon Icebox Pie
![Southern Living Lemon Icebox Pie](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/WWTKmgW2wHDsdBJbydY1fKcdYRk=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/Lemon_Icebox_Pie_026-203929f301eb4e3abee7f5f690fc95a3.jpg)
Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
If you use a store-bought crust, all you need is 10 minutes of prep time. Make this creamy, tangy friend of Key Lime Pie the night before and you'll surely impress anyone at the potluck.
Lemon Lush
![Two slices of Lemon Lush dessert on plates with forks with a glass of lemonade and a napkin.](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/z706skTv8rLcnFwyTEnMzr_H5zQ=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/Southern-Living_27364_SR_Lemon-Lush_13190-fd96c709fc2946a7aeb5c869f9ad470e.jpg)
Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn, Prop Stylist: Lydia Pursell
Light and airy, this layered citrus dessert will bring back fond memories. And while the layers look impressive, it's foolproof to build.
No-Bake Honey Cheesecake
![Southern Living No-Bake Honey Cheesecake on a cake plate with a slice out to serve](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/HG2ehcMkGPUTK7balD6g3z5HoRo=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/SouthernLiving27249_NO_BAKE_HONEY_CHEESECAKE_124-7a6634c963a34185a19922e0dca587d8.jpg)
Antonis Achilleos; Prop Stylist: Christina Daley; Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall
Don't be fooled—this isn't your run-of-the-mill cheesecake. Tangy cream cheese and sour cream balance the sweet honey, making every bite delicious. Top it with a swirl of honey for a picture-worthy dessert.
No-Bake Fudgy Toffee Bars
![No-Bake Fudgy Toffee Bars](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/VHUf82vtOjVVjQ0a3Irkab9wL-M=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/december_recipes_cookies_2490301_chris_1073_0-2000-00d70b9ce58c47638e5aa357d9562061-3a432476b93f45d49b0f425ab3ac72e3.jpg)
Iain Bagwell
Look no further than these gooey, toffee bars layered with chocolate, caramel, and crackers to curb your sweet craving.
Cherries-and-Cream Icebox Cake
![Cherries-and-Cream Icebox Cake](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/_qXEROnwaluQ3Q3XjPIhpM0yM1U=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/2675801_SaveR_23326-2000-761aee90da684686816cf9e8fafd67d1-7fda54d01a594eaba1a296409addc689.jpg)
Greg DuPree; Food Styling: Rishon Hanners; Prop Styling: Kathleen Varner
Without the hassle of the oven, this layered icebox cake is sure to be a showstopper. “This cake is absolutely delicious. It’s also visually beautiful,” wrote one five-star reviewer. “When the first piece is cut, the inside is as pretty as the outside, due to the multiple layers.”
Peanut Butter Pie
![Southern Living Peanut Butter Pie in a pie plate with a slice cut out to serve](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/BOM1NfhDgYPA5H9rIuhfQJBF3gY=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/Peanut_Butter_Pie_015-15dc775d8f734e76845ffe30a76fca03.jpg)
Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
For all the chocolate and peanut butter fans, this pie takes the award-winning combo to the next level. The chocolate cookie crust and peanut butter filling is perfectly rich, yet not-too-sweet and not-too-salty.
Orange Sherbet Punch
![Orange Sherbet Punch in the bowl to serve](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/M_70XUHNGWvtsmFAww5opxIBOVE=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/Orange-Sherbert-Punch-Audit-7884-10810-fa22ac4734b74a49880bd7299cf7fdec.jpg)
Stacy K. Allen, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle
This old-school recipe has all the makings of a classic Southern punch. It is sweet, slightly creamy, fruity, and there is always an occasion for it.
No-Bake Cheesecake
![Southern Living No Bake Cheesecake sliced on a plate to serve](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/HjbfyBcFo1E2GlXjhKOS-nVs9yQ=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/No-Bake-Cheesecake-SEO50-2171-84ae89752b1e46719352e8e26b154b5c.jpg)
Stacy K. Allen; Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer; Prop Stylist: Christine Keely
This dreamy dessert combines all the cheesecake flavors you love without even turning on the oven. The best part is, it's a blank canvas ready for whatever flavors you want to add from fresh summer fruit to a chocolate drizzle.
No-Bake Chocolate-Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies
![No-Bake Chocolate-Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/Bt6EDux0EjExRCVM3sDxcXfGqmY=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/2692801_Snack_27615-2000-439831ec790c40ffa8dd0e460d791997.jpg)
We have the perfect solution for when you're craving cookies, but want a quick, homemade solution without having to wait for the oven.
Lemon Granita
![Lemon Granita Recipe](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/0Z-F5tIBTrzGQZXdZqzaZD7_ca0=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/Lemon_granita_1X1_115-1_preview-0836637eced6415d9d3e9f7fff6a024f.jpg)
Imagine a fresh glass of lemonade, but make it flaky and icy, like a snowflake. It's a summer-perfect, no-cook dessert that will make everyone ask for more.
Lemon Tiramisu
![Lemon Tiramisu](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/Z00Fx0XiQ43wD3AYvolOMUDH7fI=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/LemonTiramisu_03085-2000-7200a81c33c14b73a0b01bd3d7e881e6.jpg)
This refreshing, zesty spin on a classic tiramisu is the ideal treat to serve at your next summer gathering. (Be sure to use soft ladyfingers in this recipe.)
Rum Balls
![Rum Balls Recipe](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/CIw9DwS4EBYZkONl46WhjSLLPfU=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/2547201_south17334_0_0-2000-6b4d21e8776b440a839d204cb5389421.jpg)
We brought back this easy, no-cook recipe that has stood the test of time from our December 1993 issue.
Peach Milkshake
![Southern Living Peach Milkshake in glasses to serve](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/Yo-vZrJBwFrtxvS4n2wMcXEqPss=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/Peach_Milkshake_006-06b2991eed7b493eb3a07663104400e9.jpg)
Caitlin Bensel, Food Stylist: Torie Cox
Everything you love about a fruity and refreshing sundae, but drinkable—this milkshake is exploding with summertime peach flavor.
White Chocolate-Covered Strawberries
![White Chocolate Covered Strawberries](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/l_fYJJkMnJWKVucwp7ZfhzkbzaQ=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/white_chocolate_covered_strawberries_0_0_0_0-1-77394b13c6354ba499e2fe558a4126ee.jpg)
These white-chocolate covered strawberries make an easy but elegant end to any meal. Or fill up a tin for easy gifting!
No-Bake Peanut Butter-Fudge Ice-Cream Pie
![No-Bake Peanut Butter-Fudge Ice-Cream Pie](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/R9H6BTFZXDWjAbp5fZ8PoXLyTZg=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/2574101_saver_5474_0_1_0_0_0_0_0-0f588ce22f914d6d8dc206ac23492883.jpg)
There's nothing better during a hot Southern summer than a creamy, chilled pie. Don't count on leftovers when serving this treat.
No-Bake Strawberry Pie
![No-Bake Strawberry Pie](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/WOac74DqhYkqJJzjnAlYUILJIBQ=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/SL-strawberry-pie_-2000-418e2e666fb44736a75e152961c3de34.jpg)
Similar to a traditional icebox pie, this no-bake sweet treat has a buttery graham cracker crust filled with a creamy strawberry filling.
Key Lime Ice-Cream Pie
![Summer Cakes and Pies Key Lime Ice-Cream Pie](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/L55GgJOIPBKfUDiclxfIQEGm8-Y=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/key-lime-ice-cream-pie-61a088c310e64f06adaf13c551108fd0.jpg)
It's hard to go wrong with key lime pie, especially when it involves indulgent avocado-key lime pie ice cream for the filling.
Millionaire Pie
![Southern Living Millionaire Pie in a pie plate to serve](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/-01nbTrsWFdSn2NdaAMVSkkWZZc=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/Millionaire_Pie_012-98db0c4b564944a5b074d1af9e90c32c.jpg)
Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
This tropical, fruit-filled treat is about as Southern as desserts get. Best of all, it only takes 10 minutes of hands-on time and an hour to chill.
Macerated Strawberries
![Southern Living Macerated Strawberries in a bowl to serve](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/o28H3MU0iiwn6DS71XjAsKdYgSo=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/Southern_Living_Macerated_Strawberries_SEO49_47-3f7821eb6be34224a627da00224395be.jpg)
Photographer: Jen Causey; Food Stylist: Margaret Dickey; Prop Stylist: Hannah Greenwood
A simple bowl of strawberries gussied up with a pinch of sugar, fresh basil, and lemon juice and zest is hard to beat. So good you'll want to eat the whole bowl as is, but you can also add the berries atop pound cake, ice cream, and more.
Chocolate Lasagna
![Chocolate Lasagna](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/0SnJxsTTeNy2zCqnbDff9uLO1ng=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/0eaf10d1-340d-4e65-9bfb-80bcda6214a5_0_0-311d10719a08444ea105ca55fc69873a.png)
This vintage dessert was made to feed a crowd, so it's perfect for potlucks and big family gatherings year-round.
Sea Salt Ice Cream
![Sea Salt Ice Cream](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/rWPZBy8mIdQdH0WZv955-ExEL-Q=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/image-dcf991a6a97b48b284caeb1aa100db26.jpg)
For all the sweet and salty fans out there, this is sure to be your new favorite dessert.
S'mores Pie
![S'mores Pie](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/6pdyTxYyQU6tu9c-bX0w-armPxc=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/Smores-Pie-2000-311df96db4de40c9aca279ed954d48b2.jpg)
No oven, no problem. We already know everyone will be wanting some more of this delicacy.
Strawberry-Orange Trifle
![Strawberry-Orange Trifle Recipes](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/t8sLLRTNLHLUiMwduo2ANU9VuCI=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/fo_3f11e624d7a11656_spcms_2_0-2000-a7f6e6ee1b6f4c4580f0ca58eee2346d.jpg)
Fresh fruit makes for a light dessert sure to satisfy everyone at your table, especially when it's layered with lemon curd whipping cream and topped with crumbled shortbread cookies.
No-Bake Peanut Butter Bars
![Southern Living Peanut Butter Bars cut on a plate to serve with a glass of milk](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/ZjXr8F1i2qB8m8XCyQyDTnnzhKo=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/Southern-Living-Peanut_Butter_Bars_013-acb6b559ba7846c5a844fe75c89517ca.jpg)
Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
With only five-ingredients, these oh-so-simple crunchy, chocolate covered bars are the easiest way to please a crowd.
Mascarpone Cheesecake
![Mascarpone Cheesecake](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/YNuO_L9Fjb70c5BtDh84l4kvNg4=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/Mascarpone-Cheesecake-2000-72e2fb22382f4acc88bd22156f0e01ca.jpg)
Mascarpone cheese is the secret to the fan-favorite dessert. For added flavor and a festive feel, add a colorful topping of raspberry jam, raspberries, and blueberries.
Watermelon Daiquiri
![Watermelon Daiquiri](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/-Qv_cXv5tdpcTGZvbC1e2oyaGag=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/Watermelon-Daiquiri-2000-3ab1176bd34e4c77b9b43f335f22cd71.jpg)
Summer is the season for a cold, refreshing drink bursting with the best flavors of the season, so we're keeping it simple with a watermelon daiquiri. It's just as good with or without the booze.
Ice Cream Cake
![Southern Living Ice Cream Cake decorated cake is ready to serve on a platter with a slice out on a plate](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/X6W7CEZLfxqsgWBJgDYFctckLTQ=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/Southern_Living_Ice_Cream_Cake_SEO48_257-31-b6157cb483344876ab93f964e017b693.jpg)
Morgan Hunt Glaze; Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer; Prop Stylist: Christine Keely
While we aren't ashamed of a store-bought ice cream cake, this recipe might become your new go to. Be sure to check out the “Tips From the Test Kitchen” section of the recipe to ensure your layers look their best.
Preacher Cookies
![Southern Living Preacher Cookies on serving platters](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/hpXZSJUDYDxQDK1eONTmALCfsGo=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/Southern_Living_Preacher_Cookies_SEO49-beauty-3-7aea5dd6324b48218db2eb45ef6b640f.jpg)
Fred Hardy II, Food Stylist: Kelsey Moylan, Prop Stylist: Caleb Clarke
No matter the season, these no-bake cookies will hit the spot. Filled with cocoa, oats, crunchy peanut butter, and crispy rice cereal, they're full of flavor and texture.
Tiramisu
![Southern Living Tiramisu two servings on plates with a small cup of coffee](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/yckMxNRlh-i1O8AYdsIpaH6E-9k=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/Southern_Living_Tiramisu_SEO49-beauty-1-b906da686e2b447c9f5a69fb91b8daf9.jpg)
Fred Hardy II, Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn, Prop Stylist: Caleb Clarke
This traditionally Italian dessert gets a Southern twist with bourbon.
Strawberry Icebox Cake
![Strawberry Icebox Cake](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/CAKpwd6tDpjHEwvK4s2RD74F78E=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/strawberryiceboxcake_189-s-2000-559f397d5b6744708037cbccef2c396a.jpg)
Five ingredients and a few hours in the fridge later and you'll have a centerpiece worthy dessert.
Chocolate Parfaits
![Chocolate Parfaits](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/df5WEutvd2lwjB9wLgbEv-PbzCE=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/foeasy061162640_0_0_0_0_0-fe3499becd724424945b68c73c60fa3f-82fbad2801f74da0b30dead6dfa54de6.jpg)
Southern Living
Treat yourself with a dessert on the lighter side. We tried using both sugar-free instant and regular pudding mixes. To our surprise, we preferred the flavor of the sugar-free.
Banana Split Cake
![Banana Split Cake](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/RcXbVrXHwshJG6df-URdHtQfYMc=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/SL_SEO_BananaSplitCake_10883_preview-5ee3b329dbea4182ba084db8df210fd2.jpg)
The only thing easier than a 13x9 dessert is one that doesn't have to go in the oven. This one is a great make-ahead option because it takes just 20 minutes to assemble before ample time to chill.
Kool Aid Pie
![Kool Aid Pie](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/g259wmXxti8ZVPG4tGehfKLM_JI=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/Kool20Aid20PIe-2000-eb42eb0525f349b0a9265b73592f202d.jpg)
We're taking you back to your days of running around the park with Kool Aid stains on your lips (and probably your T-shirt too).
Homemade Cookies-and-Cream Ice Cream
![Cookies and Cream Ice Cream](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/S88tSbQx8jDPhoDqpa9pKymJIQw=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/cookies-and-cream-ice-cream-0419seo_011_0_0_0-2000-e7ac7ccf54b94ae2a5524545eec6dbfc.jpg)
There's no complaining about your ice cream not having enough cookie pieces or the chunks being too mushy when you go the homemade route. Add all the cookies you want!
Red, White, and Blue Popsicles
![Red, White, and Blue Popsicles](https://www.southernliving.com/thmb/fTCfUnOWkqxR3MApHTXS7Hr4bE8=/1500x0/filters:no_upscale():max_bytes(150000):strip_icc()/sl-digi-red-white-blue-popsicles142_0_1_0-2000-bac4828daf654a08bf25b689c972af39.jpg)
Don't chase the ice cream truck down—make these nostalgic goodies at home!