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 tbsp granulated sweetener of choice (Optional)
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 cup + 2 tbsp 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
- A handful of desiccated coconut
- 2 tins condensed milk
So there we go, 5 easy no-bake recipes for you to try with the kids, can’t wait to see your bakes (or should I say ‘no-bakes’) remember to tag #howfelicityfinds when you share.
Fay x
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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/