When the heat of summer rolls in, the last thing you want to do is turn on the oven. But, you don't have to put your love for pies aside just because you can't bear the heat of baking anymore. Perfect solutions for everyone out there who would rather not heat the kitchen in the pursuit of something sweet. It only takes a few ingredients, a little preparation time, and a cold refrigerator to create an array of pies that everyone would just love.
Let's learn ten simple and effortless no-bake pie recipes that can help save you hours while fulfilling that craving for sweet goodies. These treats are great for any busy weeknight dinner, summertime gatherings, or for just any moment you're seeking that wonderful taste of dessert minus all the trouble in baking.
One dessert favorite that would take just minutes to do is no-bake cheesecake. Such an amazing cream, rich and deep no-bake cheesecake just is perfect for anything and any step is totally out of a list of complications.
You could start by doing the crust; press half of the butter and graham cracker mixture into the pie dish, make sure it does not stick then chill for at least 30 minutes. Take the cream cheese, and powdered sugar, and mix with vanilla for a smooth result. Whip that heavy cream well until stiff; fold that whipped stiff cream gently on top of the cream cheese mixture. Pour the filling over the cooled crust and refrigerate for at least 3 hours before serving.
For chocolate lovers, this no-bake chocolate cream pie is the ultimate indulgence. It's rich, creamy, and perfectly decadent without the need for an oven.
Begin by preparing the crust by mixing crumbs of chocolate cookies and melted butter. Press it into a pie dish, and refrigerate until firm around 15 minutes. Place the pudding mix and milk in a medium bowl; mix until it thickens. Put the heavy cream and powdered sugar in another bowl, whip soft peaks, and fold the whipped cream into the pudding mixture. Pour this into the prepared crust. Chill for at least 3 hours. Serve topped with chocolate shavings for that extra sweetness.
Peanut butter lovers, go crazy. This creamy no-bake peanut butter pie is sure to smooth the way, the nutty and with a perfect contrast of the buttery crust that it goes for.
Prepare the crust by mixing the crumbs with the melted butter, and then press them into a pie dish. Let this chill in the refrigerator. Now, using an electric mixer, beat the peanut butter and cream cheese with powdered sugar until creamy. Take the heavy cream in another bowl, whip until stiff peaks form and fold it into the peanut butter mixture. Fill that chilled crust with the filling and refrigerate for at least 3 hours before topping with chopped peanuts for a delicious and crunchy finish.
Lemon cream pie makes a refreshing and tangy dessert no-bake delight that perfectly balances tart lemon and sweet dough with a creamy filling.
Add some crushed graham cracker crumbs to the melted butter, and press that mixture into the pie dish. Let it sit in the refrigerator for 15 minutes. Now, beat together the softened cream cheese and lemon curd until smooth in a large bowl. Whip the heavy cream with the powdered sugar to stiff peaks. Fold that whipped mixture with lemon mixture, and then pour this mixture into the prepared crust. Then cool under refrigeration for at least 3 hours. Or garnish lemon zest for more citrus flavor.
Coconut lovers will love this coconut cream pie, which brings together the rich flavors of coconut and cream in a no-bake version that's just as satisfying as any traditional pie.
Prepare the crust by combining graham cracker crumbs, shredded coconut, and melted butter; press into a pie dish and chill for 15 minutes. Prepare vanilla pudding according to package instructions. Let cool. In another bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Fold in the whipped cream gently into the cooled pudding mixture. Pour the filling into the chilled crust and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Serve with toasted coconut on top.
This vibrant no-bake strawberry pie is loaded with fresh strawberry flavor without even turning on the oven. This sweet strawberry filling is complemented by a buttery graham cracker crust.
Prepare the crust by mixing together graham cracker crumbs and melted butter, then pressing into a pie dish and chilling. In another bowl, beat together cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form and fold it into the cream cheese mixture. Spread the filling over the crust, then top with chopped strawberries. Drizzle with strawberry jam and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
For a cool and refreshing twist on a classic dessert, mint chocolate chip pie combines the flavors of mint and chocolate in a creamy, no-bake treat.
Crush chocolate cookies and mix with melted butter, then press the mixture into a pie dish and refrigerate for 15 minutes. In a bowl, cream together cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form and fold into the cream cheese mixture. Add mint extract and mini chocolate chips, and spread the filling into the crust. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours before serving.
Bring the campfire treat to your kitchen with this no-bake s'mores pie. It's the perfect balance of chocolate, marshmallow, and graham cracker goodness.
Graham cracker crumbs mixed with melted butter, and then pressed into a pie dish and refrigerated. For the filling, melted chocolate chips were microwaved and set aside. In a bowl, heavy cream and powdered sugar were whipped until stiff peaks formed. The melted chocolate and mini marshmallows were folded in. Filling was poured into the crust, and it had to be refrigerated for at least 2 hours. This dessert was to be served with additional marshmallows on top.
This no-bake dessert combines everything you'd want to have in bananas, toffee, and cream. It's simple to make and sure to be a winner.
Prepare the crust: Mix crumb graham with melted butter to combine, place into a pie dish, then chill. In a pan, heat thickened sweetened condensed milk in it. Poured over crust. Sliced bananas on top. Whip together heavy cream, and powdered sugar in a bowl until stiff peaks. Layered over banana slices. Chill till serving time minimum of 2 hours.
This no-bake key lime pie is a classic summer dessert, with the flavor of lime for that tangy taste, and is a perfect treat for hot weather.
Prepare the crust by combining graham cracker crumbs and melted butter, then press into a pie dish and chill. In a bowl, whisk together sweetened condensed milk and lime juice, then pour the mixture into the prepared crust. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours. Top with whipped cream before serving.
These 10 no-bake pie recipes are perfect for busy bakers who want to enjoy delicious desserts without spending hours in the kitchen. Whichever you like, be it rich chocolate or refreshing citrus to fruity flavors, you can choose from these pies quite easily as they are quick, easy, and delicious. And the best part is that you don't need an oven to make them. So the next time you get the pie urge, forego baking and give one of these no-bake treats a go.
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