Easy Tiramisu Trifle Recipe

I’m always looking for quick and easy dessert recipes that I can throw together in a pinch. Trifles are the perfect solution. And the layers in this tiramisu-inspired trifle are all amazing.

Now you may be thinking that this one seems a little crazy, but hear me out. Coffee. Nutella. Caramel. What about that could be bad? It seriously combines into one of my favorite desserts. I’ve made it many times and fall in love with it all over again every time. I absolutely love the way the cake absorbs the coffee flavor. Then it combines with the creamy pudding. Then the Nutella ganache firms up just enough to add a little texture and it’s truly my favorite layer. The whole thing is addicting and will fly out of the dish when you serve it. Trust me.

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The Best No Bake Cheesecake Recipe

I love that you don’t even have to turn on the oven to make this cheesecake and it delivers almost equally delicious results as a classic baked version. The filling is thick and creamy without being overly dense. It has a lovely tang to it as well, which really takes it to the next level, in my opinion. The filling sits on top of a buttery graham cracker crust that provides the perfect, crunchy juxtaposition to the smooth filling. Wowza!

I am, without a doubt, picky about my cheesecakes. They need to be just the right texture, just the right flavor…pretty much just the right everything. It’s hard to get it right and arguably even harder if you’re attempting to do it without an oven. Luckily this no bake cheesecake breaks the mold. Plus it takes a fraction of the time needed to make a baked rendition. Try it. You’ll see.

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Why You’ll Love This No Bake Strawberry Cheesecake

Summertime is here and there is nothing quite like a strawberry-loaded dessert to celebrate. Not only is this cheesecake loaded with real strawberry flavor but it is also far less labor-intensive than a classic baked cheesecake. Here are several reasons I love this cheesecake.

• Thick and creamy. The texture of this no bake dessert is certainly one to write home about. The cream cheese makes it wonderfully thick and creamy while the airy whipped cream folded into it gives it the perfect amount of lightness. The gelatin also helps to thicken and stabilize it, so that you can add plenty of strawberry flavor without sacrificing texture.
• Real strawberry flavor. All of the strawberry flavor in this dessert comes from real strawberries. The berries are cooked down a bit and thickened, causing their natural sugars to bloom into a full, summery flavor that permeates throughout the filling.
• Quick, easy, and no oven necessary. I love making cheesecakes but I know it can be intimidating. No bake cheesecakes are much more accessible and take less time. Spend less than half of the time and effort on this no bake dessert than you would on a classic, baked rendition. The best part? It’s equally as delicious.

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Easy Frozen Fruit Salad Cupcakes

Frozen fruit salad had never really been on my radar until I tried it at a local ice cream shop years ago. A creamy, frozen dessert with chunks of fruit in it? I tried it, fell in love and decided to make my own version.

In this frozen fruit salad, creamy sweetened condensed milk is folded into light and fluffy cool whip along with a hint of lemon juice for brightness and some almond extract for a uniquely deep flavor. Maraschino cherries, bananas, and pineapples are mixed into the smooth filling before it is spooned into muffin tins and frozen solid. The result is a light, refreshing dessert with just the right amount of sweetness. It’s perfect for spring and summer days and is sure to win over a crowd.

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Easy No Bake Oreo Cheesecake

I truly love Oreos. Those classic sandwich cookies have my heart and it is my intention to find as many ways to incorporate them into fun desserts as possible. This updated no bake Oreo cheesecake is one of my favorites because it combines two of my favorite things – Oreos and cheesecake.

In this crowd-pleasing dessert, a slightly crunchy Oreo crust is topped with a creamy cheesecake filling that is absolutely packed with Oreo flavor. The whole thing is finished off with a light, fluffy whipped cream topping and a smattering of Oreo crumbles. Yum! And, just like all of my other no bake cheesecakes, there is no baking involved. Although you can bake the crust, if you like. I find that helps the crust hold its shape a little better during cutting. As much as I love my Best Oreo Cheesecake, the no bake aspect of this dessert makes preparing a cheesecake less daunting and much more time efficient.

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