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35 no-bake dessert recipes

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Get creative with last-minute cake ideas that don't need baking in an oven, from Oreo fridge cake to pistachio ice box cake and strawberry cheesecake

Looking for no-bake cake recipes? Want to make the best fridge cake? Try our ideas and twists here, then check out our best cheesecake recipes, trifle recipes and more easy dessert recipes.

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If you want to bake a cake but don't want to use an oven, then we have plenty of solutions for you that use your fridge instead. Perfect for entertaining at dinner parties, our easy, no-bake desserts can be made ahead-of-time, from ice box cakes and cheesecakes to ice cream cakes and more.

32 easy no-bake dessert recipes

Vanilla and honey semifreddo with olive oil and sea salt

Semifreddo is translated from Italian as ‘half-cold’ due to its airy texture. Vanilla ice cream with olive oil and sea salt is one of life’s great pleasures, and this is a great way to showcase your fanciest olive oil. If you wanted a little bit of crunch, some toasted nuts or even some praline would be a great addition.

Classic no-bake cheesecake

Choose fresh seasonal fruit to crown a layer of soft creamy vanilla on a crumbly biscuit base. This is a winning dessert that doesn't require any cooking.

Japanese strawberry mochi with azuki

Strawberry mochi is a delightful and authentic Japanese dessert, featuring a whole strawberry and sweet bean paste encased in soft, chewy rice dough. When you cut it open, the perfect cross-section of the strawberry is revealed, making it as charming to look at as it is to eat.

Biscoff banoffee pie

This 'Biscoffee' pie, if you will, brings joy and variety to your table with its layered smooth Biscoff cream, sliced banana and silky caramel filling. If you love Biscoff, check out more of our Biscoff recipes, from cookies to pancakes.

Raspberry, malt and milk chocolate cheesecake pots

Serve this creamy dessert with malt and milk chocolate, and dotted with raspberries – a no-cook star, the prep takes just 15 minutes and it can easily be doubled or halved.

Matcha mille crêpe cake

Our no-bake matcha mille crêpe cake looks really impressive but is also easy to make. Create this beautiful green tea-inspired cake using layers of crêpes and custard cream and dust with some matcha powder to finish.

Peach melba sundae platter

This colourful fruit platter is so impressive looking for what is essentially a last-minute assembly job and makes for an effortless dinner party dessert. Combine boiled peaches and fresh raspberries with crispy meringues, whipped cream and scoops of vanilla ice cream for an explosion of exciting textures and flavours.

Pistachio and chocolate icebox cake

In this impressive no-bake dessert, biscuits become softened by the ice cream and the whole thing holds together so you can cut it into wedges. You only need a handful of ingredients, too. See more impressive ice cream cake recipes.

Strawberry cheesecake

Combine two classic summer desserts in this vibrant no-bake cheesecake topped with a sweet strawberry sauce, ideal for al fresco entertaining. Discover more strawberry recipes.

Crunchy nut and milk chocolate tart

This retro, no-bake tart comes together in just 30 minutes and is perfect for sharing. Rich and indulgent, a small slice is all you need to satisfy a chocolate craving, making it ideal for feeding a crowd without any fuss.

Marmalade and ginger fool

This marmalade and ginger fool is a deliciously speedy dessert that offers a zesty, zingy flavour. It is incredibly easy to prepare, taking just 15 minutes, making it perfect for both last-minute entertaining and a quick treat.

Salted caramel cheesecake

This elegant, no-bake salted caramel cheesecake can be made up to two days in advance, so it's the ideal showstopping dessert for stress-free entertaining.

Lemon fool

In just 10 minutes you can whip up these light and zesty lemon fools – no baking required, making them the perfect stress-free finish to any dinner party.

Chocolate pudding with passion fruit

This is a rich pudding, so serve in small coupes or similar pretty glasses.

Lemon cheesecake

Feed a crowd with our classic no-bake creamy lemon curd cheesecake filling on a crumbly digestive biscuit base with browned butter.

Oreo Baileys fridge cake

Icebox cakes are a popular no-bake dessert in America and are incredibly simple to make – simply layer thin, crisp chocolate biscuits with sweetened whipped cream. Left overnight, the biscuits soften and become ‘cake’. Here we've used Oreos and Baileys cream to make ours extra-indulgent.

If you love Oreos, try our Oreo brownie recipe next.

Chocolate biscuit cake

Put any broken biscuits to great use in this creamy biscuit cake. With only 15 minutes of prep, it’s a winner on so many levels.

Oreo mug cake

You don't have to turn on the oven and bake to get a warm cake – this one is simply microwaved. With just two ingredients, this mug cake is ready in just three minutes and is similar in flavour and texture to a chocolate fudge cake – what’s not to love?

Fruit and cream layer cake

Using a shop-bought panettone or pandoro makes this an easy no-bake dessert: simply slice and layer with softly whipped cream and juicy fruit for an impressive pud.

No-bake chocolate cheesecake

Perfect for entertaining without having to turn the oven on, these no-bake cheesecake bars make an impressive dessert fit for afternoon tea or a special family treat.

Chocolate orange cheesecake

Make this no-bake chocolate orange cheesecake for your next dinner party – it’s easy to prep ahead and just as impressive as any dessert that requires an oven.

Classic chocolate tiffin

An effortless way to get your chocolate hit, all this recipe requires is a handful of ingredients and time in the fridge. It can be made ahead of time and will keep up to a week in an airtight container.

Coffee fridge cake

Wow the whole family with this nostalgic no-bake fridge cake, packed with layers and layers of indulgence. It only requires a few ingredients plus there's no need to turn on the oven.

Cherry and pistachio no-bake traybake

This refrigerator no-bake cake can be made up to a week ahead, provided you keep it nice and cool, saving you on time before a dinner party. Serve as a treat with coffee or as a sweet canapé.

No-bake Eton mess cheesecake

This no-bake cheesecake is a great entertaining idea for the summer. We've combined two classic British summertime favourites into one seriously indulgent dessert. This fresh and creamy Eton mess cheesecake is the perfect pudding to impress your friends with this weekend.

Frozen chocolate and hazelnut cheesecake

Ideal before a dinner party, our frozen no-bake Nutella cheesecake with classic bourbon biscuits and crunchy roasted hazelnuts makes an indulgent, easy-to-make dessert, perfect for a summertime dinner party with friends.

Baileys chocolate tiffin

Check out these indulgent, no-bake chocolate tiffins with our favourite Christmas drink in solid chocolate form. Store in the fridge and pull out to entertain last-minute guests. We've got plenty more Baileys recipes to help use up your jar.

Chocolate and salted caramel ice-cream cake

Why not make our impressive frozen no-bake chocolate and ice cream dessert recipe? This easy chocolate bombe recipe uses chocolate Swiss roll cake and Maltesers for extra indulgence and crunch, plus, there's no need to bake in the oven.

Chocolate and hazelnut meringue semifreddo

The Italian no-bake dessert, semifreddo, is an ice cream with a mousse-like texture. This recipe not only looks impressive, but can be made in advance for easy dinner party entertaining and stored in the freezer. Plus, there's no churning required.

If you love the ease of a semifreddo, try our pretty Neapolitan semifreddo recipe next.

Black bottom pie

Pure indulgence but with no oven required, this recipe for Southern pie by Felicity Cloake owes its name to its rich, dark cocoa base and chocolate custard, topped with a rum mousse and a cloud of whipped cream.

Freakshake cheesecake

We've taken inspiration from freakshakes to create our OTT freakshake, no-bake cheesecake. You don't have to stick to the toppings we've used here – go freestyle.

Black forest cheesecake

This dark, indulgent no-bake chocolate cheesecake swirled with raspberries is a great showstopper for any occasion, with no oven required. Making the chocolate collar is really worth the effort for an extra special touch.

Fruit salad

A simple but refreshing fruit salad is a delicious way to end a meal – swap in any seasonal fruit you need to use up.

Salty peach cheesecakes

This clever recipe boosts the flavour and juiciness of peaches by paring them with cloves. Layer up with miso cheesecake cream and biscuit crumbs in individual serving glasses for an elegant no-bake dessert.

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Matcha tiramisu

Sweet mascarpone cream and bitter matcha are a match made in heaven in this vibrant dessert. You'll only need five ingredients for this no-cook recipe.

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Janine RatcliffeFood director

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