Summer Desserts That Are Worth It (and Some That Don't Even Need the Oven)


Hey Reader,

It's the time of year when turning on the oven feels like a personal decision you have to really commit to. These desserts are worth it - and a few of them don't even require that commitment.

Pink Lemonade Pie

Pink Lemonade Pie

No-bake, freezer-friendly, and exactly what dessert should be in June. Creamy, tart, and pretty enough to bring somewhere.


No Bake Blueberry Cheesecake

No Bake Blueberry Cheesecake

Creamy cheesecake filling, blueberry topping, no oven required. This one disappears fast at any summer gathering.


Sugar Cookie Pizza

Sugar Cookie Pizza

Sugar cookie base, cream cheese frosting, fresh summer berries on top. Fun to make, gone in about 10 minutes.


Banana Split

Classic Banana Split

No baking, no cooking, just ice cream and toppings. The kids will absolutely lose it and honestly so will you.


Oreo Dirt Pudding Cups

Oreo Dirt Pudding Cups

Chocolate pudding, crushed Oreos, gummy worms. No oven, no fuss, and kids ask for it by name.


Lemon Bars

Lemon Bars

Bright, tangy, and easy to cut into squares for a potluck. The one that always gets asked for the recipe.

Pick one. Or all six. No judgment here.

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Kylee

Kylee Cooks

A long time foodie and cook, I bring approachable, affordable, tried-and-true recipes to the table! “Kylee Cooks” focuses on tried-and-true recipes: weeknight meals, delicious breakfasts, bread making, and fabulous desserts to satisfy that sweet tooth.

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