16 No-Bake Favorites: From Chocolate to Fruit Desserts

No-bake desserts are perfect for quick preparation and minimal oven use. They range from creamy cheesecakes to cookie bars, layered lushes, and pudding pies. Many combine familiar flavors like chocolate, peanut butter, or fruit with a chilled, set texture. This collection highlights easy, indulgent treats that come together in the fridge or freezer.

Bailey’s Irish Cream No Bake Pie with Oreo Crust

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A chocolate cookie crust holds a creamy Irish cream filling. The smooth filling sets in the fridge. Chocolate shavings on top add extra texture. Each slice reveals a clean, layered look.
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Chewy No-Bake Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars

A stack of peanut butter oatmeal bars on a piece of paper. — Chewy No-Bake Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars. Photo credit: Renee Nicole’s Kitchen.

Oats and peanut butter form the chewy base. A chocolate drizzle adds a sweet contrast. Bars hold together firmly once chilled. Each bite delivers a balance of texture and flavor.
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Chocolate Peanut Butter No Bake Cookies

Stack of chocolate peanut butter cookies made with oats and rice krispies. — Chocolate Peanut Butter No Bake Cookies. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Chocolate and peanut butter mix with oats for quick no-bake cookies. The mixture sets into soft, slightly firm bites. Each cookie holds its shape once cooled. The combination creates a familiar sweet flavor.
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Neapolitan No Bake Cheesecake

A slice of layered dessert with chocolate, vanilla, strawberry, and whipped cream, garnished with a mint leaf, served on a white plate. — Neapolitan No Bake Cheesecake. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

Strawberry, vanilla, and chocolate layers create a striped effect. Each layer is creamy and smooth. A crumbly crust anchors the dessert. Slicing shows distinct, colorful layers.
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No Bake Banana Pudding

Layers of vanilla pudding, bananas, and cookies chill into soft, creamy squares. Each spoonful has a balance of sweetness and fruit. The cookies absorb a little moisture, adding gentle texture. The dessert is ready without baking.
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No Bake Banana Pudding Cheesecake

Bananas and cheesecake mix into a creamy, set dessert. Vanilla cookies form the base. The filling stays smooth and firm after chilling. Banana slices and pudding layers add subtle texture.
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No Bake Banana Split Lush

Layers of cake, pudding, bananas, and cherries create a layered dessert. Whipped topping adds lightness. Chilling allows flavors to meld. Each portion displays colorful, distinct layers.
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No Bake Banoffee Pie

A cookie crust holds layers of bananas, caramel, and whipped cream. Chocolate or toffee drizzle can top it off. The dessert sets in the fridge. Each slice shows clearly defined layers.
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No Bake Berry Lush

Berries layer over a creamy pudding base. Crushed cookies or cake add texture. The dessert is chilled until firm. Colorful fruit tops each portion.
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No Bake Blueberry Cheesecake

A slice of blueberry cheesecake with a graham cracker crust, whipped cream topping, and fresh blueberries being lifted from the whole cake. — No Bake Blueberry Cheesecake. Photo credit: Xoxo Bella.

A smooth cream cheese filling rests on a graham cracker crust. Blueberry topping spreads over the creamy layer. The dessert chills into firm slices. Each serving has vibrant fruit color.
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No Bake Brownie Bites

Fudgy brownie pieces form a base for chocolate or peanut butter topping. The mixture is firmed in the fridge. Each bite is dense and chocolatey. Easy to serve as finger food.
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No Bake Brownies

Chocolate layers are mixed and chilled instead of baked. They hold a soft, slightly firm texture. Nuts or chocolate chips can be added. Bars cut cleanly when set.
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No Bake Chocolate Cheesecake

Creamy chocolate filling rests on a cookie crust. The dessert sets in the fridge for a smooth texture. Sliced portions hold their shape. Chocolate ganache or shavings can add a topping.
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No Bake Chocolate Icebox Cake

Close-up of a dessert bar with layers of cream and chocolate cookie pieces, topped with chocolate drizzle. — No Bake Chocolate Icebox Cake. Photo credit: Bagels and Lasagna.

Chocolate wafers layer with whipped cream. The fridge softens the wafers, forming a cake-like texture. Each slice shows neat layers. The cake has a creamy yet firm consistency.
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No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Dessert

Chocolate and peanut butter layers alternate or swirl together. Chilling allows the dessert to firm. Each slice offers a rich combination of flavors. Chocolate chips or nuts add subtle texture.
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No Bake Chocolate Pudding Pie

A cookie or graham crust holds a chocolate pudding filling. The pie sets in the refrigerator. Whipped cream or chocolate curls can top it. Each slice stays smooth and holds its shape.
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