60+ No-Bake Gluten Free Desserts | Cupcakes & Kale Chips

Make satisfying your sweet tooth a total breeze with easy No-Bake Gluten Free Desserts. These treats are perfect in the summer when it’s too hot to turn on the oven, or if you need something quick for a party or the holidays. And the best part about these recipes – they are easily gluten free AND no baking required!

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Easy No-Bake Gluten Free Desserts

Almost everyone in this world likes dessert. I mean, how can you resist a decadent, sweet treat? But baking isn’t for everyone, nor is it for all times of the year. That’s where these easy dessert recipes come in.

Easy no-bake desserts will keep you out-and-about having fun instead of baking in a hot kitchen. And they save you time when life gets busy or you have a last-minute invitation to a party. Or maybe you just want a sweet treat, and you want it fast, or frozen desserts make you weak in the knees.

Why do you need no-bake recipes?

It’s too hot. Easy no-bake desserts are perfect for a hot summer day. The last thing you want to do is heat up your kitchen or spend a ton of time cooking and baking. You can still make something delicious to share with friends and family.
You are cooking with kids. Not only are these easy desserts to make, but the kids can get involved too. There aren’t any raw eggs or hot ovens to worry about.
You don’t like baking. Some recipes can be finicky and require careful measuring and keeping track of times and temperatures. But that doesn’t mean you have to make a trip to the bakery when someone asks you to bring a dessert to a party or picnic. Anyone can make no-bake cookies or pies, and even simple no-churn ice cream.
It’s the holidays. Not only will you save time, but things like dessert dips are perfect for holiday parties, a batch of fudge can easily be made for a crowd or to give as gifts, and parfaits look elegant and special but are really quite simple.

60+ Gluten Free No-Bake Dessert Recipes

Pudding and parfaits, pies and bars, dips and frozen sweets, candy and so much more – all of these are fabulous options when baking is out of the question. Check out all of these incredible and incredibly easy dessert recipes – no baking required!

No-Bake Pie and Cheesecake Recipes

When you use a graham cracker crust or gluten free Oreo crust, a dreamy filling is all you need for a slice of heaven. You can go with a traditional creamy pie filling. Or use a no-bake cheesecake filling that does not have eggs or flour and is not baked in the oven. You still get the classic flavors you love without turning on the oven, and the flavor possibilities are endless.

Gluten Free Banana Cream Pie

This classic is exactly what you know and love, from creamy custard filling to the banana-lined graham cracker crust to the fluffy whipped cream on top. And the only swap is in that crust mixture.

Gluten Free Banana Cream Pie Recipe

A scoop of whipped cream next to a slice of Nutella cheesecake.

No-Bake Nutella Cheesecake

The rich and creamy filling is what chocolate hazelnut dreams are made of. Pair that with a chocolaty crust and a ganache topping, and you have a dessert that's to-die-for.

No-Bake Nutella Cheesecake Recipe

Gluten Free S’Mores Pie

Combine the classic campfire treat with a traditional chocolate pudding pie. Fill a store-bought, homemade, or even gluten free graham cracker crust with Hershey’s milk chocolate pudding, and top with toasted marshmallow meringue for an incredible chocolate dessert.

Gluten Free S’Mores Pie Recipe

Chopped snickers bars top a slice of snickers pie.

No-Bake Snickers Pie

A dreamy candy bar filling, plenty of luscious caramel, a gluten free Oreo crust, and so much decadence that you might just be tempted to make two!

No-Bake Snickers Pie Recipe

A Gluten Free Peach Cheesecake Bar on a dessert plate with a fresh peach slice with more of them on the table in the background.

No-Bake Peach Cheesecake Bars

This treat pairs a fluffy cheesecake mousse filled with fresh peaches and an easy gluten free almond flour crust that tastes like shortbread.

No-Bake Peach Cheesecake Bars Recipe

Chopped peanut butter cups top a slice of peanut butter pie.

Gluten Free Peanut Butter Pie

You might know this classic no-bake pie, but you've never had it like this before. So rich and ultra-peanut buttery, you'll love this from-scratch version that's still just as easy.

Gluten Free Peanut Butter Pie Recipe

A spoon scooping Irish cream mousse and fudge out of a ramekin.

Gluten Free Bailey’s Mousse Pies

Decadent mini pies have an Irish Cream fudge bottom and light and fluffy Bailey's chocolate mousse, plus whipped cream. This simple boozy dessert recipe is perfect for St. Patrick’s Day or any special occasion.

Gluten Free Bailey’s Mousse Pies Recipe

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No-Bake Apple Cheesecake Bars

Light and fluffy and filled with tender apples and cinnamon on a naturally gluten free almond meal crust.

No-Bake Apple Cheesecake Bars Recipe

Dulce de Leche Banana Cream Pie slice on a plate with whole pie in background

No-Bake Dulce de Leche Banana Cream Pie

A delicious upgrade on the classic with sliced bananas, homemade vanilla pudding, and fresh whipped cream. The luscious layer of dulce de leche on the bottom makes this a dessert recipe nobody can resist.

No-Bake Dulce de Leche Banana Cream Pie Recipe

No-Bake Cookies, Cakes, and Bars

Classic and creative versions of classic no-bake cookies, icebox cakes, dream bars, cereal treats, and more luscious desserts.

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Gluten Free Lemon Sandwich Cookies

You can grab a box of gluten free vanilla wafers and turn them into these little citrusy sweets. They are so simple but look like pretty bites!

Gluten Free Lemon Sandwich Cookies Recipe

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Gluten Free Strawberry Icebox Cake

With layers of GF grahams, fluffy whipped cream, and fresh berries, this classic dessert is an absolute dream. Plus, you can make it in advance so it's ready to enjoy just in time.

Gluten Free Strawberry Icebox Cake Recipe

Gluten Free Rice Krispies Treats

The classic marshmallow cereal treat every loves, with the tips you need to make sure they are gluten free. Plus these have extra marshmallowy pockets.

Gluten Free Rice Krispies Treats Recipe

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No-Bake Cookies

This is the classic chocolate and peanut butter that doesn't require an oven! But they are still so chewy and decadent.

No-Bake Cookies Recipe

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Gluten Free Cookie Dough

While it's technically not cookies, we all know the best part is eating the cookie dough. And this one is safe to eat!

Gluten Free Cookie Dough Recipe

Fruity Pebbles Treats

Classic cereal treats get a colorful twist. They are easy to make, delightfully chewy, and so fun for kids of all ages.

Fruity Pebbles Treats Recipe

Gluten Free Oreo Rice Krispies Treats

The classic cereal treat gets an upgrade with your favorite crunchy cookies. They are easy to make now that gluten free options for the ingredients are easy to find.

Gluten Free Oreo Rice Krispies Treats Recipe

No-Bake Parfaits and Trifles

Parfaits and trifles are both delightfully delicious layered desserts with an element of crust or crumble or cake (buy it pre-made so keep it totally no-bake), and something creamy, fluffy, or fruity. Parfaits are usually individual servings in a small glass or cup, whereas trifles are made for a crowd in a large bowl.

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Mini Blueberry Cheesecake Parfaits

Creamy but lightened-up cheesecake layers, juicy wild blueberries, and a naturally gluten free almond meal crust make these the perfect party dessert. And they still taste rich and indulgent.

Mini Blueberry Cheesecake Parfaits Recipe

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Strawberry Cheesecake Parfaits

Rich and creamy, with the unmistakable tang of cheesecake. And the fresh berries to lighten up the flavors a bit with a few nuts for crunch. You won’t even miss the crust in this keto-friendly treat.

Strawberry Cheesecake Parfaits Recipe

A few mini cheesecake parfaits with a Nutella layer and whipped cream on top.

No-Bake Mini Nutella Cheesecake Parfaits

A simple crust, light and tangy cheesecake, gooey chocolate hazelnut spread, and a cap of fluffy whipped cream put these mini desserts over the top. You can use gluten free graham cracker crumbs or almond flour.

No-Bake Mini Nutella Cheesecake Parfaits Recipe

Pumpkin Pudding

This rich and smooth custard is full of warm spices and the flavors of fall. Try it topped with whipped cream and candied nuts for an extra-special treat.

Pumpkin Pudding Recipe

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Mini Pumpkin Cheesecake Parfaits

Light and fluffy pumpkin mousse is layered with fudgy gluten free brownies and fresh whipped cream for the ultimate combination of pumpkin spice and chocolate. Use leftover or store-bought brownies to keep it no bake.

Mini Pumpkin Cheesecake Parfaits Recipe

No-Bake Puddings and Gelatin Desserts

Pudding and jello make kids of all ages happy. Keep them simple and classic, or you can even take these vintage desserts and make them a little grown-up by glamming up your jello mold or adding a colorful twist.

Gluten Free Banana Pudding

This classic dessert is made in the style of Magnolia Bakery. It has layers of gluten free vanilla wafers, creamy pudding, and plenty of bananas with whipped cream on top.

Gluten Free Banana Pudding Recipe

Chocolate Pudding Yogurt

Three ingredients, no added sugar, no cooking, and no boxes. This is the perfect way to give the kids (or yourself) a lighter sweet treat that's just like pudding.

Chocolate Pudding Yogurt Recipe

Rainbow Jello

Layers of colorful and creamy gelatin make this a fun treat for kids of all ages. You can even customize the colors and flavors for any holiday or special occasion.

Rainbow Jello Recipe

Triple Berry Coconut Chia Pudding Parfaits.

Mixed Berry Chia Pudding

These coconut chia seed parfaits are so creamy with plenty of natural sweetness and fresh fruit flavor from strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries. You'll love this as a lighter treat.

Mixed Berry Chia Pudding

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Orange Creamsicle Jello Mold

With no box mixes here, there’s nothing more fun, pretty, or totally retro than cubes of fresh orange juice gelatin seemingly floating in a sea of wobbly vanilla ice cream.

Orange Creamsicle Jello Mold Recipe

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Rainbow Gelatin Parfaits

A fun and colorful dessert recipe that will make the kids happy and impress everyone. But they don’t have to know about the secret that makes them super easy.

Rainbow Gelatin Parfaits Recipe

No-Bake Dessert Dips

Dessert dips are always a brilliant idea for a no-bake dessert. You can make a big batch with a platter of cookies and fruit for a party, or just spoon out a little bit for yourself.

Caramel Apple Dip

With a tangy, creamy base and rich caramel topped with crunchy toffee bits, this is the best dessert dip for scooping up with crisp apple slices. But try it with gluten free graham crackers, too!

Caramel Apple Dip Recipe

Cherry Cheesecake Dip

This delightful dessert dip is so decadent, but much easier than making a cheesecake. And you still get all the flavors you love, especially when you scoop it up for GF grahams.

Cherry Cheesecake Dip Recipe

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White Chocolate Macadamia Cookie Dough Dip

This classic cookie combination becomes a delicious dessert dip by using a secret ingredient to make it gluten free.

White Chocolate Macadamia Cookie Dough Dip Recipe

Peanut Butter and Jelly Dip

The classic combination of peanut butter and jelly is even more fun to eat in sweet hummus form. Use your favorite jelly and dip graham crackers, apples, and more.

Peanut Butter and Jelly Dip Recipe

Apple hummus spread in a turquoise oval dish topped with caramel, apple pieces, chopped pecans, and white chocolate chips.

Caramel Apple Hummus

Crisp apples, sticky caramel, crunch of pecans and creamy white chocolate chips is ooey gooey

Caramel Apple Hummus Recipe

Strawberry Fruit Dip

You only need six ingredients for this light, sweet treat. Sweet berries with a few mini chocolate chips are the perfect pairing.

Strawberry Fruit Dip Recipe

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Monster Cookie Dough Dip

Monster cookies are a peanut butter oatmeal cookie loaded with chocolate chips and M&M’s or other candies. This is a bowl full of that same chocolate and peanut butter deliciousness.

Monster Cookie Dough Dip Recipe

Apple dipped into snack-size cream cheese dip.

Greek Yogurt Fruit Dip

Cheesecake dip is lightened up with Greek yogurt for a creamy sweet treat. Only three ingredients, and you can make a small batch to serve one or two, or make it full-size for a crowd.

Greek Yogurt Fruit Dip Recipe

Frozen Desserts, Popsicles, and Ice Cream

Everyone will scream for ice cream, ice cream cakes, ice cream pies, ice cream floats, and, well, ice cream anything. But frozen desserts don’t end with that cold, creamy treat. Let’s not forget about fruity popsicles, creamy yogurt pops, and more when we want something frosty.

No-Churn Birthday Cake Ice Cream in a green polka dot bowl on top of a colorful striped cloth napkin.

No-Churn Cake Batter Ice Cream

It tastes cake batter with its rich vanilla flavor and tons of rainbow sprinkles. But this recipe is made without a box cake mix, so it is naturally gluten free.

No-Churn Cake Batter Ice Cream Recipe

Peanut Butter Frozen Yogurt Bars

Super rich peanut butter-flavor yogurt is frozen on sticks and dipped in chocolate. It's like a Dairy Queen Dilly Bar, only better!

Peanut Butter Frozen Yogurt Bars Recipe

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Cannoli Ice Cream Cones

This fun dessert combines the classic Italian cannoli and the childhood favorite Drumstick into one fun frozen dessert that starts with an easy no-churn ice cream recipe and gluten free cones.

Cannoli Ice Cream Cones Recipe

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Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Cake

With super creamy and minty ice cream studded with dark chocolate, made without an ice cream maker, slathered with a rich chocolate ganache, and topped with fluffy whipped cream, the ice cream lover in your life will not be able to resist. And nobody will believe it only has five ingredients.

Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Cake Recipe

An ice cream scoop serves chocolate chip cookie dough no-churn ice cream from a metal loaf pan, topped with chunks of cookie dough and chocolate chips.

No-Churn Cookie Dough Ice Cream

You know and love this classic flavor filled with gobs of cookie dough. Now you can enjoy it again because now now it can easily be made gluten free.

No-Churn Cookie Dough Ice Cream Recipe

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Nutella Banana Popsicles

There are those that love vanilla and those that just can’t live without chocolate, but add banana and hazelnut to the mix and you have a swirled popsicle the kids are going to love.

Nutella Banana Popsicles Recipe

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No-Churn Caramel Toffee Ice Cream

Swirled with luscious caramel and bits of toffee and chocolate chips, it only takes seven ingredients to make your dreams come true with this easy ice cream recipe.

No-Churn Caramel Toffee Ice Cream Recipe

Homemade Ice Cream Cake

This easy ice cream cake recipe has thick chocolate fudge between layers of vanilla and chocolate no-churn ice cream and is covered with whipped cream and rainbow sprinkles.

Homemade Ice Cream Cake Recipe

Easy No-Easy Cheesecake Ice Cream with two silver spoons

No-Churn Cheesecake Ice Cream

Creamy and decadent with rich vanilla bean flavor. Satisfy your cheesecake and ice cream cravings in one frozen dessert with just four ingredients that is anything but vanilla.

No-Churn Cheesecake Ice Cream Recipe

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Sparkling Cider Rainbow Sherbet Floats

With a few fun touches, add some color and bubbles to any special day. Check out the trick to make them easy to assemble at the last minute and keep the sherbet from melting too quickly.

Sparkling Cider Rainbow Sherbet Floats Recipe

Strawberry Yogurt Popsicles

The sweet, delicious flavor of an indulgent cheesecake dessert in a frozen treat recipe made with Greek yogurt and just a few other ingredients.

Strawberry Yogurt Popsicles Recipe

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No-Churn Caramel Apple Ice Cream

Combine the sweet and tangy flavor of cheesecake with swirls of gooey and tender caramel apples and cheesecake into one creamy frozen dessert.

No-Churn Caramel Apple Ice Cream Recipe

A slice of Reese's peanut butter ice cream cake on a plate with the rest of the cake behind it.

Reese’s Ice Cream Cake

Peanut butter ripples through peanut butter cup ice cream, topped with chocolate ganache, and covered with fresh whipped cream makes this one of the best easy no-churn ice cream cake recipes. You only need seven simple ingredients and no ice cream maker.

Reese’s Ice Cream Cake Recipe

No-Churn Ice Cream with Nutella and Toffee Bits in a large white bowl.

No-Churn Nutella Toffee Ice Cream

You are just five ingredients and a few hours in the freezer away from a scoop of the creamiest no churn ice cream. It is swirled with ribbons of chocolate hazelnut spread and studded with crunchy bits of toffee, and no ice cream maker is needed.

No-Churn Nutella Toffee Ice Cream Recipe

No-Bake Candy, Fudge, and Snack Mixes

These are the types of treats perfect for making in big batches for the holidays. Candy and fudge are some of the best desserts to make for holidays or give to family and friends. And sweet snack mixes like muddy buddies, cereal mix, or flavored popcorn are great to have on hand for last-minute guests or as hostess gifts.

Almond Joy Puppy Chow

Chex cereal and almonds covered in almond butter, chocolate, and coconut come together in a sweet no-bake snack that tastes just like an Almond Joy. All the flavors of the popular candy bar put a tasty twist on the classic muddy buddies recipe.

Almond Joy Puppy Chow Recipe

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Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups

So much better than homemade Reese's, these are made with pure peanut butter and deep, dark chocolate for the most indulgent flavor. Truly gourmet, but so simple.

Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Cups Recipe

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Lemon Fudge Recipe

This creamy candy is so easy to make but full of tons of tangy flavors. It's a fun treat to make and enjoy any time of the year.

Lemon Fudge Recipe

Bourbon Chocolate Popcorn

A fun popcorn snack with the crunch of pecans, a little kick of bourbon, and lots of chocolate. Only four ingredients in this boozy chocolate dessert.

Bourbon Chocolate Popcorn Recipe

Caramel Toffee Fudge

An easy microwave fudge recipe with layers of white and dark chocolate, gooey caramel, and bits of toffee. This simple candy recipe is the perfect no-bake treat for the holidays or any day you crave one of the best chocolate desserts.

Caramel Toffee Fudge Recipe

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Salted Caramel Mocha Chocolate Bark

A simple chocolate candy recipe inspired by a favorite coffee shop drink. You only need five ingredients to make this espresso-infused bark swirled with salted caramel and white chocolate.

Salted Caramel Mocha Chocolate Bark Recipe

Three stacked bowls with the top one filled with white chocolate muddy buddies and a lime next to the bowls.

Key Lime Pie White Chocolate Puppy Chow

Features all of the flavors of classic Key Lime Pie in a sweet, yummy snack mix. Quick and easy, it takes less than 10 minutes to make, is impossible to resist, and is perfect to bring to a party.

Key Lime Pie White Chocolate Puppy Chow Recipe

Snickers Fudge

An easy candy recipe made more irresistible with Snickers stuffed between a layer of white chocolate and a layer semi-sweet chocolate fudge for double the chocolaty deliciousness. And to make it even better, it has only five ingredients, and you can make it on the stove or in the microwave.

Snickers Fudge Recipe

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Peanut Butter and Jelly White Chocolate Bark

White chocolate bark is stuffed with a thick layer of peanut butter and swirls of strawberry jelly. This easy holiday candy recipe with everyone’s favorite pairing of PB&J is perfect for sharing.

Peanut Butter and Jelly White Chocolate Bark Recipe

Cranberry White Chocolate Bark

Inspired by those Cranberry Bliss Bars from Starbucks, they have a secret to make it taste like the cream cheese frosting that’s studded with dried cranberries and sprinkled with orange zest. If you are looking for edible gifts, this recipe is super easy to make and pretty, too.

Cranberry White Chocolate Bark Recipe

Peanut Butter Buckeyes

This candy is a classic, but this recipe is actually made with better ingredients. So you can feel good about indulging your chocolate and peanut butter cravings.

Peanut Butter Buckeyes Recipe

Red Bowl of Chai Tea White Chocolate Muddy Buddies.

Chai White Chocolate Puppy Chow

Chai tea lends itself to combining those warm spices with something rich, sweet, and creamy, just like the ever-popular Chai tea latte. So that makes it a perfect match to be infused into the white chocolate and then coated in powdered sugar. It's like a latte you can eat.

Chai White Chocolate Puppy Chow Recipe

Fruit Desserts

Fruit desserts might make you think of pies and crisps and cobblers. But there are many more options that don’t require you to make crust or crumbles and light the oven. Fruit salad, fruit nachos, fruit parfaits, and more will have you breaking out the berries, apples, bananas, and all the other fruity flavors you love.

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Creamy Apple Salad

A twist on the classic Snickers Salad recipe with yummy cheesecake flavor. You won’t miss out on any of the sweet and creamy deliciousness since it is made with Greek yogurt, honey, dark chocolate, and peanuts instead of whipped topping and Snickers candy bars.

Creamy Apple Salad Recipe

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Cheesecake Strawberries

It’s like two of the best desserts all in one. Fresh berries are stuffed with a light cheesecake filling and dipped in chocolate for a treat you can't resist.

Cheesecake Strawberries Recipe

A round of watermelon topped with whipped cream, berries, and sprinkles and sliced like a pizza.

Watermelon Pizza

A fun and fruity no-bake dessert for the summer that the kids will love to make and eat. Use fresh berries, homemade or store-bought whipped cream or even coconut cream for a dairy-free option, and even fun sprinkles when you want a fresh sweet treat.

Watermelon Pizza Recipe

Apple nachos with jammy strawberries and peanut butter drizzle.

PB&J Apple Nachos

You can’t go wrong with the classic combination of peanut butter and jelly. That’s why sliced apples drizzled with sweetened cream cheese, peanut butter, and a strawberry jelly “salsa” are a total crowd-pleaser.

PB&J Apple Nachos Recipe

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Layered Tropical Fruit Salad

Transport yourself to paradise with this fruit salad recipe. Layer some of your favorite tropical fruits and a creamy topping for a fun, pretty, and summery treat.

Layered Tropical Fruit Salad Recipe