When the Temps Spike, These 29 Desserts Will Keep You Cool

Once the temps start climbing, I’m all about sweet treats that don’t make me sweat. These desserts will keep you cool without turning your kitchen into a sauna. Think icy, creamy, fruity goodness that’s basically summer in every bite. Trust me—you’ll want every single one on repeat.

No-Bake Frozen Strawberry Pie With Cream Cheese

A strawberry cream pie with a graham cracker crust, topped with sliced strawberries and a dollop of whipped cream. One slice has been cut and slightly separated from the pie—one of those old fashioned pie favorites everyone loves. — No-Bake Frozen Strawberry Pie With Cream Cheese. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

This Frozen Strawberry Pie with graham cracker crust, fresh strawberries, and lemon zest is a simple, refreshing dessert perfect for any occasion.
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Homemade Custard With Fresh Blackberries

Blackberry sorbet with vanilla ice cream — Homemade Custard With Fresh Blackberries. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

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Cool down this summer with a creamy homemade blackberry ice cream recipe made with one of the season’s greatest berries.
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No Bake Lemon Chiffon Pie

An entire lemon chiffon pie with lemon slices on top. — No Bake Lemon Chiffon Pie. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

This Lemon Chiffon Pie has a crunchy salty pretzel crust with ricotta cheese so you have the richness of a cheesecake in a no bake dessert.
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Peach Icebox Cake

A close-up of a layered dessert with creamy white layers and crumbled cookies or crackers on top, partially sliced in a glass dish, with a serving spatula and forks nearby. — Peach Icebox Cake. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

This chilled, layered cake is bursting with sweet peaches and light cream, making it a summer staple. It’s as simple as layering and refrigerating—no oven required.
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Lemonade Pie

Cool off with this no-bake lemonade pie made with frozen lemonade concentrate and a creamy filling. It’s a tart and sweet dessert that tastes just like summer in a slice.
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Strawberry Ice Cream

Made with fresh strawberries and cream, this homemade ice cream is bursting with natural flavor. It’s the kind of ice cold dessert that tastes like summer in a bowl.
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The Creamiest No-Bake Coconut Cream Pie

A coconut custard pie with a slice removed. — The Creamiest No-Bake Coconut Cream Pie. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

This no-bake coconut cream pie is easy to make with the creamiest custard layer & a graham cracker crust. Perfectly sweet – but not too sweet!
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Banana Pudding with Meringue

A classic southern desserts favorite, creamy banana pudding topped with fluffy meringue is partially served with a spoon, resting beside several vintage metal spoons on a gray surface. — Banana Pudding with Meringue. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

This Southern classic layers vanilla pudding, fresh bananas, and fluffy meringue in every nostalgic bite. Chill it before serving for a timeless cold dessert experience.
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Brownie Batter Ice Cream

A glass bowl filled with scoops of chocolate ice cream topped with chocolate chips, placed on a white patterned cloth beside a metal spoon. — Brownie Batter Ice Cream. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

Sweet, fresh cream and a brownie mix are combined to make a decadent and delicious homemade Brownie Batter Ice Cream. Perfect for summer!
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No Bake Lemon Curd Pie With Cream Cheese Filling

A lemon pie with a bright yellow filling, topped with whipped cream dollops and a lemon slice in the center, is sliced and displayed on a dark surface with a lemon wedge beside it. — No Bake Lemon Curd Pie With Cream Cheese Filling. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

A tangy lemon curd pie with a creamy filling and vanilla wafer crust. Bright, zesty, and perfect for any lemon lover.
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Banana Pudding with Chessman Cookies

A classic old school dessert topped with two rectangular biscuits featuring a crown design, served on a plate with a silver spoon resting beside it on a folded gray napkin. — Banana Pudding with Chessman Cookies. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

Chessman cookies add a buttery crunch to this cool and creamy banana pudding, making it both decadent and easy. It’s an irresistible no-bake dessert that’s perfect for feeding a crowd.
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Fresh Custard Based Peach Ice Cream

A bowl of homemade peach ice cream. — Fresh Custard Based Peach Ice Cream. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

This homemade peach ice cream recipe is a blissfully cold, creamy delight featuring one of the best flavors summer has to offer.
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No-Bake Strawberry Chiffon Pie

A slice of strawberry chiffon pie. — No-Bake Strawberry Chiffon Pie. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Give No-Bake Strawberry Pie a try if you’re looking for a light and airy dessert made with fresh strawberries and a pretzel crust.
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Peppermint Ice Cream

Three scoops of creamy ice cream with red peppermint candy pieces in a glass bowl, with a spoon on the side; the background is light blue with white and red specks. — Peppermint Ice Cream. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

This minty homemade ice cream is filled with crushed peppermint for a refreshing crunch in every bite. It’s one of those cold treat recipes that’s perfect beyond the holidays.
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Frozen Strawberry Trifle Dessert

Four slices of a creamy white dessert with red fruit swirls are arranged on a patterned dark plate next to two vintage silver spoons, making it a festive addition to your collection of white Christmas recipes. — Frozen Strawberry Trifle Dessert. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

Whipped topping, sweetened cream cheese, and strawberries layer beautifully in this simple frozen trifle. A fun and fruity frozen treat that’s ideal for sharing.
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Orange Creamsicle Jello Pie

Three mini orange cream pies with graham cracker crusts, topped with a dollop of whipped cream and a slice of orange, sit on a white surface next to a striped towel—perfect for fans of easy dessert recipes. — Orange Creamsicle Jello Pie. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This jello pie is packed with citrus flavor and creamy texture, reminiscent of a classic creamsicle. It’s a no-bake treat that’s perfect for cooling off during summer.
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Oatmeal Creme Pie Ice Cream

A white bowl filled with scoops of ice cream, featuring chunks of cookies and a sandwich cookie on top. More sandwich cookies and a spoon are visible in the background on a brown fabric surface. — Oatmeal Creme Pie Ice Cream. Photo credit: Mom Loves Baking.

Combine everyone’s favorite oatmeal creme pie snack with the other sought-after treat, and you get this cool, creamy, and delectable treat.
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No Bake Key Lime Mousse Pie With White Chocolate

A pie server removing a slice of pie. — No Bake Key Lime Mousse Pie With White Chocolate. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

No bake key lime pie has an ultra creamy filling made from white chocolate, cream cheese, and fresh cream. A show stopper pie for any occasion.
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Banana Cream Pie

A silky banana custard filling inside a flaky crust makes this pie incredibly comforting. Served chilled, it’s one of those summer treats that never gets old.
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No Churn Caramel Sea Salt Ice Cream

A metal ice cream scoop rests in a rectangular metal container filled with creamy vanilla ice cream swirled with caramel sauce. Some ice cream has been scooped out. — No Churn Caramel Sea Salt Ice Cream. Photo credit: Inquiring Chef.

Easy no churn ice cream is salty-sweet, and has ribbons of caramel. You don’t need an ice cream maker to indulge in this ice cream treat.
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No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie

A slice of peanut butter pie. — No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

This no bake peanut butter pie is a slightly sweet, yet rich dessert that everyone is going to love. Easy to make, it’s a show stopper!
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A metal ice cream scoop holds bright blue cookies and cream ice cream with chunks of chocolate sandwich cookies, surrounded by more ice cream and broken cookies in a metal tray. — Cookie Monster Ice Cream. Photo credit: Savor the Best.

Cookie Monster ice cream is a rich, creamy vanilla ice cream that is loaded with crisp cookies and colored bright blue.
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No-Bake Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie

A Strawberry pie with a sliced removed onto a plate. — No-Bake Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

This No-Bake Strawberry Cream Cheese Pie is an easy recipe that makes a gorgeous dessert with a rich filling and buttery crust.
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Spicy Blackberry and Whiskey Gelato

Two scoops of vanilla ice cream with chocolate swirls and nuts sit on top of round crackers, placed on small glass containers, against a light background. — Spicy Blackberry and Whiskey Gelato. Photo credit: Josie and Nina.

With a little heat thanks to spicy, sweet pecans, this Blackberry Whiskey Gelato is a perfect ending to a great meal and features Crofter’s Organics.
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Easy No-Bake Chocolate Eclair Cake Recipe

A slice of chocolate eclair cake with creamy filling and a thick chocolate topping is served on a white plate with a fork in the background. — Easy No-Bake Chocolate Eclair Cake Recipe. Photo credit: Mom Loves Baking.

Easy No-Bake Chocolate Eclair Cake Recipe – Today’s recipe is great for when you want a sweet treat without having to turn on the oven.
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No-Bake Mini Cheesecakes

A mini cheesecake with a graham cracker crust, topped with fresh raspberries and blueberries, shown in close-up with other similar cheesecakes blurred in the background. — No-Bake Mini Cheesecakes. Photo credit: State of Dinner.

No-bake mini cheesecakes have a creamy filling & buttery graham cracker curst. This individually portioned dessert sets in the fridge, no oven needed!
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No-Bake Turtle Pie With A Chocolate Caramel Sauce

A slice of chocolate cheesecake on a white plate — No-Bake Turtle Pie With A Chocolate Caramel Sauce. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

Turtle Pie features a delicious Oreo crust, creamy peanut butter filling, and homemade caramel sauce with pecans, making it the ultimate indulgence.
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Masters Georgia Peach Ice Cream Sandwich

A stack of three cookies sits on a white plate next to a 2018 Masters Tournament cup filled with a yellow beverage, reminiscent of classic peach desserts. Part of a Masters badge is visible in the corner. — Masters Georgia Peach Ice Cream Sandwich. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Learn the kitchen tested secrets for making the famous Masters Georgia Peach Ice Cream Sandwich served at Augusta National’s tournament week.
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Lemon Icebox Pie

A creamy pie with a golden brown graham cracker crust is partially cut, revealing its smooth texture. A slice of this delectable lemon dessert is placed on a white scalloped plate nearby, next to another plate holding lemon wedges and silver utensils. A grey napkin lies beneath the plates. — Lemon Icebox Pie. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

This cool pie is made with condensed milk, lemon juice, and a graham cracker crust. It’s the ultimate cold dessert to beat the summer heat.
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