Amanda Prahl
It’s a hot summer day, and you’re craving something sweet—but the idea of turning on the oven is super unappealing. The solution? No-bake pies!
A no-bake pie is exactly what it sounds like: A pie that doesn’t actually require any baking. Typically, they’ll be some kind of chilled pie with a creamy filling and a crumbly crust. The toppings can range from super-simple plain whipped cream to more complicated layers. No matter what your favorite flavor is, there’s sure to be a no-bake pie for you!
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Easy No-Bake Chocolate Cream Pie
Chocolate cream pie is a staple of cold-dessert season, and it’s never been easier to get a richly flavored, low-effort version ready for your table! This recipe uses a grand total of five ingredients to produce a chocolate cookie crust and a creamy dark chocolate filling, topped with fresh, light whipped cream and chocolate shavings. It’s decadent and surprisingly easy, plus cool and creamy for summer.
Get the Recipe: Baker by Nature
Peaches and Cream Pretzel Pie
Excited for summer peach season? This no-bake pie is a simple way to jazz up your usual summer fruit dessert, combining the sweet and tart fruit with simple cream and a salty crunch for extra flavor and texture. The pie consists of a crunchy pretzel crust, a sweet crème-fraiche vanilla cream filling, and a topping made from the sweetest, juiciest summer peaches. It’s messy, true, but it’s so worth it!
And, if you end up loving this delicious (and oh-so-photogenic) recipe, then absolutely check out Half Baked Harvest: Super Simple, a collection of yummy recipes from Half Baked Harvest founder Tieghan Gerard.
Get the Recipe: Half Baked Harvest
No-Bake German Chocolate Pie
The light chocolate flavor and gooey goodness of German chocolate cake make it an incredibly popular cake recipe, and this pie captures all the delicious flavor and texture of German chocolate cake but in no-bake pie form. Start with a chocolate cookie crust, fill with a rich, silky chocolate ganache filling, and finish with that classic, gooey, coconut-pecan-caramel sticky topping that’s made on the stovetop in just a few minutes.
Get the Recipe: Baker by Nature
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Strawberry Pretzel Dessert Tart
It’s a clever recipe that basically is the tart version of that “salad” you definitely have had at potlucks, but so, so much better. The recipe calls for a unique and crunchy pretzel/pie dough hybrid for the crust, which forms a buttery, just-salty-enough base. It’s followed by a layer of sweet cream cheese filling, then finished with strawberry topping. The strawberry topping is made from macerated strawberries, which are simply sliced and left to soak in a bit of sugar to bring out the natural juices (rather than taking the time to make a cooked syrup), bringing out the flavor even more!
Get the Recipe: Butternut Bakery
No-Bake Black Forest Pie
This one’s for the grown-ups: the flavors of a slightly boozy, classic black forest cake but reimagined as a silky no-bake pie. A basic chocolate cookie crust is filled with rich chocolate mousse, then layered with adults-only cherry sauce (it includes Kirsch liquor, which is typical of black forest cake) and topped with a mound of fresh whipped cream, shaved chocolate, and cherries.
Get the Recipe: Blue Bowl Recipes
Strawberry Margarita Pie
Another one for the grown-ups, this time based off of a favorite refreshing summer drink: the margarita. A graham cracker crust is filled with a sweet and creamy filling full of strawberries, citrus, and, yes, tequila, then topped with whipped cream and sliced fruit. It’s a cool and creamy dessert that captures all the summer vibes of sipping on a drink while hanging out on the patio with your family and friends.
Get the Recipe: Grandbaby Cakes
No-Bake S’mores Cheesecake
This decadent recipe is taking the no-bake pie trend to the next level with a rich, gooey cheesecake “pie” that pulls together all the flavors of a classic s’mores treat. There’s a graham cracker crust, an extra-creamy cheesecake filling (the secret ingredient: white chocolate!), a rich chocolate ganache layer, and fluffy piles of toasted marshmallow meringue on top.
Get the Recipe: Butternut Bakery
No-Bake Frozen Blueberry Pie:
Want a fruity frozen dessert that’s actually pretty quick and easy to make and serve? This no-bake blueberry pie is the answer! Start with a graham cracker crust, add a creamy, blueberry-laden filling, and just pop in the freezer! It’s even a little bit lighter than some of the super-creamy no-bake pies out there because the filling includes yogurt.
Get the Recipe: Handle the Heat
When you’re craving a delicious homemade treat during the summer, these easy-to-make pies are perfect for a cool, flavorful dessert that doesn’t require heating up the house with an oven. If you’re looking for even more tips for cold summer treats, take a peek at our guide to the best ice cream machines to whip up a batch of your favorite flavor at home!
