Things Are Heating Up! 15 Easy Cold Desserts to Beat the Heat

With summer around the corner, the heat is getting out of control. I’ve been living in front of a fan and daydreaming about frozen desserts 24/7. So I rounded up some seriously cold, seriously delicious treats to help us survive the meltdown. You’re gonna want every single one of these in your freezer ASAP.

Strawberry Ice Cream

Made with fresh strawberries and cream, this homemade ice cream is bursting with natural flavor. It’s one of those ice cold desserts that taste like summer in a bowl.
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Blackberry Ice Cream

This homemade ice cream is bursting with ripe blackberry flavor and made without an ice cream maker. A truly effortless frozen dessert that screams summer freshness.
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Frozen Strawberry Trifle Dessert

Whipped topping, sweetened cream cheese, and strawberries layer beautifully in this simple frozen trifle. A fun and fruity cold dessert that’s ideal for sharing.
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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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Frozen Strawberry Pie

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. — Frozen Strawberry Pie. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

This no-bake frozen pie bursts with fresh strawberry flavor and is topped with whipped cream for a refreshing bite. It’s one of those ice cold desserts that’s just as easy as it is impressive.
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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 ice cold treats that’s perfect beyond the holidays.
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Peach Icebox Cake

A slice of dessert featuring layers of creamy filling and visible peach slices sits on a white plate. Two peach slices garnish the top, highlighting the allure of cream cheese desserts. A fork rests beside the treat. Another piece is visible in the background, next to a grey napkin and additional forks. — Peach Icebox Cake. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

Layers of juicy peaches, graham crackers, and cream blend together in this dreamy no-bake dessert. It’s the perfect ice cold dessert for hot summer afternoons.
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Banana Pudding with Cream Cheese

This creamy banana pudding recipe adds a twist of cream cheese for extra richness. A nostalgic cold dessert that’s easy to prepare and serve chilled.
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Peach Sorbet

Peach ice cream with fresh peaches — Peach Sorbet. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

This sorbet is bursting with ripe peach flavor and only takes a few ingredients. It’s a frozen treat that’s light, refreshing, and made without an ice cream maker.
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Ice Cream Cake Recipe

This ice cream cake is a delicious and easy-to-make cold treat that combines creamy ice cream layers with a soft cake base. Perfect for birthdays or any celebration that calls for a frozen dessert.
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Strawberry Icebox Pie

A close-up of a strawberry pie with a golden-brown crust. The filling is made of fresh, bright red strawberry slices encased in a glossy red glaze. The pie is topped with a dollop of whipped cream and garnished with several fresh strawberry slices. — Strawberry Icebox Pie. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

This creamy pie uses fresh strawberries and a graham cracker crust for a chilled, fruity finish. It’s one of those nostalgic frozen desserts you’ll want to keep in the fridge all summer long.
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Banana Pudding with Vanilla Wafers

A bowl of banana pudding with a spoon in it next to two servings. — Banana Pudding with Vanilla Wafers. Photo credit: Easy Southern Desserts.

A classic Southern favorite, this chilled dessert combines layers of bananas, creamy pudding, and vanilla wafers. It’s a nostalgic cold dessert that never goes out of style.
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Homemade Chocolate Ice Cream

Close-up of several scoops of rich, creamy chocolate ice cream in a white bowl, highlighting a smooth and slightly textured surface—perfect inspiration for your next chocolate recipes. — Homemade Chocolate Ice Cream. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest.

This simple Chocolate Ice Cream recipe is made with a simple no-cook chocolate base and yields a rich and decadent ice cream. Classic recipe.
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Peach Ice Cream

This luscious peach ice cream captures the sweetness of fresh peaches in every creamy bite. A no-cook frozen treat perfect for beating summer heat.
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Layered No-Bake Banana Split Cake

This no-bake banana split cake layers fresh bananas, cherries, and creamy fillings for a nostalgic and delicious dessert. It’s an easy, oven-free option that tastes like summer.
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