The weather has become so changeable this weekend. And the boys, so used to being able to go outside and play have become quite irritable shall we say (okay okay I mean down right argumentative and annoying LOL). So what to do on a rainy day… What better than baking (it’s messy, it’s fun and the kids have something to eat at the end of it!), so here are 5 easy no bake recipes to try out over the holidays.
Chocolate Fridge Cake
This is a firm favourite in our household and quite a regular no-bake for us. We take it in turns to suggest and change up the fillings.
- 8oz digestive biscuits
- 5oz milk chocolate
- 5oz dark chocolate
- 3½oz unsalted butter
- 5oz golden syrup
- 3½oz dried apricots, chopped
- 2½oz raisins
- 2oz pecans, chopped (optional)
Cookies & Cream Bars
Who doesn’t love Cookies & Cream? It’s a firm favourite in this household and these went down an absolute treat. They look great at parties!
- ¼ cup salted butter, melted
- 2½ cups finely crushed cream-filled chocolate sandwich cookies (about 25 cookies)
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 7 oz marshmallow creme (such as Fluff or Jet-Puffed)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup coarsely crumbled cream-filled chocolate sandwich cookies (about 7 cookies), plus more for garnish
White Chocolate & Raspberry Cookies
These healthy no bake white chocolate and raspberry cookies refined sugar free, gluten free, vegan (optional) and high in protein! The perfect snack between meals and only requires one bowl and five minutes!
- 3 1/2 cups gluten free flour
- 2 tblsp granulated sweetener of choice (Optional)
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 cup + 2 tblsp nut butter of choice
- 3/4 cup brown rice syrup (can sub for honey if not strict vegan)
- 1/4-1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
- White chocolate chunks (vegan recipe available, click below)
- Dried raspberries and cranberries
Classic No Bake Cookies
These Classic No-Bake Cookies only require a few simple ingredients and are incredibly easy to make. Loaded with peanut butter, oats, and cocoa powder, these cookies are perfect for an easy dessert!
- 1/2 cup butter, cut into pieces
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups quick-cooking oats
Gooey Chewies
Originally a Northern Irish speciality called fifteens, but Blue Peter aptly name them Gooey Chewies! They’re delicious, they’re easy to make, and the best part is there’s no baking required.
- 30 Digestive Biscuits
- 15 Glace Cherries
- Large handful of mini marshmallows
- Handful of desiccated coconut
- 2 tins condensed milk
So there we go, 5 easy no bake recipes for you to try with the kids this summer, can’t wait to see your bakes (or should I say ‘no-bakes’) remember to tag #howfelicityfinds when you share.
I love no bake recipes. Following you for more great recipes 🙂 I recently made these lovely fruit cups that are ideal for summer. You can check them out here
https://thesweetworldsite.wordpress.com/2018/07/20/fruit-cups/