About this episode

The episode shares easy no-bake dessert recipes perfect for summer hosting.

What sweet treats do you make when you feel like hosting, but temperatures are climbing, and you can't imagine turning on an oven? This week we're re-releasing a fan-favorite episode. We’re sharing our tried-and-true easy summer dessert recipes to make at home, all with zero cooking required! By the end of this episode, you’ll discover: How to stay cool with a refreshing icebox cake and an over-the-top frozen pie A classic Midwestern cookie loaded with chocolate and peanut butter A make-ahead dessert that maximizes seasonal fruit and is perfect with a scoop of vanilla ice cream Tune in now to add sweetness to your summer gatherings with these exciting and easy no-bake desserts! *** For more recipes and cooking inspiration, sign up for our free Substack here . And join us on our live monthly calls by upgrading your subscription to paid! *** Links: Sonya’s raspberry mocha icebox cake , strawberry tiramisu , and fruit compote recipes Ina Garten’s mocha icebox cake Chocolate wafers for icebox cake 18 ice cream pie ideas from Taste of Home Not-so-classic peach melba from David Tanis for the NY Times Classic Scotcheroos recipes from Tastes Better From Scratch Buckeyes recipe by Tammy…

People in this episode

Host: Food Friends

Topics covered

• no-bake desserts
• summer recipes
• easy cooking
• dessert ideas
• hosting tips

Keywords

• no-bake desserts
• summer hosting
• icebox cake
• frozen pie
• chocolate peanut butter cookie

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Taste of Home, All Recipes, NY Times, Tastes Better From Scratch

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