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    Salted Plains » Cookies & Bars

    18 Easy No-Bake Desserts that are Gluten-Free

    Published: Jun 30, 2022 by Tessa · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

    It's summertime and that means avoiding the oven. Take a look at these 18 Easy No-Bake Desserts that are also gluten-free! From cookies and bites to pies and cakes, there is something for everyone. Many of these beautiful desserts are dairy-free, egg-free, and vegan.

    Layered nanaimo bars stacked on a piece of parchment paper.

    Keeping the oven off in the dog days of summer is a priority. But, it should not mean sacrificing our sweet tooth!

    Check out the recipes below that have everything from cookies to cakes to ice cream - no baking required. Plus, each of these 18 easy no-bake desserts is gluten-free.

    These easy no-bake desserts utilize simple ingredients. Not only does the oven stay off, but delicious desserts also don't have to be a lot of work!

    No-Bake Cookies and Bites

    Chocolate blueberry clusters on parchment paper.

    Chocolate Blueberry Clusters
    These Chocolate Blueberry Clusters are a simple no-bake dessert! Dairy-free chocolate, fresh blueberries, and puffed brown rice cereal make for a delicious treat. Gluten-free, vegan.
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    chocolate blueberry mounds
    No Bake Honey Almond Bites
    These easy No Bake Honey Almond Bites are a honey-sweetened healthy snack made with nuts and seeds. Gluten-free, grain-free, refined sugar-free.
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    Three honey almond bites on a small rustic plate.
    Chocolate Oatmeal No Bake Cookies
    Chocolate Oatmeal No Bake Cookies that are made with shredded coconut, gluten-free oats, cocoa powder, walnuts, and sweetened with coconut sugar. A healthy no bake cookie recipe that is gluten-free and vegan. 
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    Chocolate Oatmeal No Bake Cookies are made with coconut, gluten-free oats, cocoa powder, walnuts, and sweetened with coconut sugar. A healthy no bake cookie recipe that is gluten-free and vegan. #glutenfree
    Coconut Golden Milk Cups
    These Coconut Golden Milk Cups are made with homemade coconut butter, almond butter, spices, and sweetened with honey. All the delicious flavors of a turmeric milk latte in a bite-size treat! Gluten-free, dairy-free. 
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    coconut golden milk cups with almond butter centers
    No Bake Chocolate Maca Cookies
    No Bake Chocolate Maca Cookies made with almond flour, cacao powder, maple syrup, coconut oil, and superfood maca powder. Gluten-free, vegan, refined sugar-free.
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    chocolate cookies on plate

    No-Bake Pies, Tarts, & Cakes

    No-Bake Berry Tart on a marble lazy susan.
    No-Bake Berry Tart
    This easy No-Bake Berry Tart is made gluten-free and vegan with a press-in crust and a dairy-free vanilla filling. Use your favorite berries!
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    No-Bake Berry Tart on a marble lazy susan.
    Gluten-Free Dirt Cake
    This Gluten-Free Dairy-Free Dirt Cake recipe is a Midwestern dessert favorite!! Layers of crushed chocolate sandwich cookies with a vanilla pudding layer for an easy gluten-free dessert. Add your favorite seasonal decorations! 
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    dirt cake with gummy worms
    No-Bake Coconut Cream Pie
    This No-Bake Coconut Cream Pie is made with a sprouted almond press-in crust, coconut milk pudding filling, and topped coconut cream and toasted shredded coconut. Gluten-free, vegan.
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    This No-Bake Coconut Cream Pie is made with a sprouted almond press-in crust, coconut milk pudding filling, and topped coconut cream and toasted shredded coconut. Gluten-free, vegan.

    No-Bake Brownies and Bars

    Almond Butter Oat Bars cut into squares on parchment paper.
    Healthy Almond Butter Oat Bars
    These Healthy Almond Butter Oat Bars are made with only seven ingredients. Topped with a layer of chocolate, oat crumble, and sea salt, these bars are suitable for breakfast, snack, or dessert! Gluten-free and vegan.
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    Chocolate oatmeal squares on a piece of parchment paper.
    No-Bake Brownies with Hemp Seeds
    An easy, no-bake brownie recipe rich with chocolate and naturally sweetened with dates and maple syrup. Gluten-free, vegan, and refined sugar-free.
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    Blueberry Almond Granola Bars
    Blueberry Almond Granola Bars made with raw almonds, cashews, and hemp seeds, and bursting with dried blueberries. A healthy granola bars recipe made without refined sugar. Gluten-free, vegan.
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    Blueberry Almond Granola Bars made with raw almonds, cashews, and hemp seeds, and bursting with dried blueberries. A healthy granola bars recipe made without refined sugar. Gluten-free, vegan.
    Gluten-Free Vegan Nanaimo Bars
    Gluten-Free Vegan Nanaimo Bars made with a date, almond, and coconut base, a dairy-free buttercream middle, and a rich chocolate top. A healthier take on the favorite no-bake layered bar.
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    Gluten-Free Vegan Nanaimo Bars
    No-Bake Granola Bars with Maple-Sweetened Dark Chocolate
    Protein packed and nutrient rich, these no-bake granola bars are made with 100% cacao sweetened with maple syrup, and make the perfect grab-and-go snack.
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    Nut and seed granola bars that have been dipped in chocolate laid in rows on white parchment paper.
    Chocolate Rice Crispy Treats
    This Chocolate Rice Crispy Treats recipe is made with brown rice cereal, cocoa powder, coconut oil, and marshmallows. An easy no-bake dessert that is gluten-free and dairy-free!
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    No Bake Apricot Almond Granola Bars
    Easy no bake apricot almond granola bars packed with whole grain millet and flaxseeds. To make vegan, use agave syrup instead of honey.
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    No-Bake Frozen Treats

    Scoops of chocolate ice cream in a white bowl.
    No Churn Vegan Chocolate Tahini Ice Cream
    This flavorful No Churn Vegan Chocolate Tahini Ice Cream is made with almond milk and coconut milk and naturally sweetened with maple syrup. A healthy dairy-free ice cream recipe to enjoy year round!
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    chocolate ice cream
    Creamy Homemade Dole Whip
    Make your own Creamy Homemade Dole Whip! An easy frozen treat that is gluten-free and vegan.
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    Creamy Homemade Dole Whip
    Honey-Sweetened Lemonade Popsicles
    An easy, 2-ingredient lemonade popsicle recipe naturally sweetened with honey. This recipe uses the whole lemon - no waste!
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    lemonade popsicles with raspberries

    More Easy Treats for Summer

    • Raspberry Fool (Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free)
    • Vegan Orange Creamsicles (Gluten-Free)
    • Chocolate Sorbet
    • Easy Strawberry Crisp (Gluten-Free)

    If you want an equally cool meal before dessert, this gazpacho recipe is one to try. Not to mention this flavorful kiwi avocado and tomato salad, my gluten-free friendly millet tabbouleh, or these chickpea artichoke tartines!

    layered chocolate bars
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