Beat the Heat: No-Bake Desserts with Walker’s Shortbread

This summer is off to a hot start and millions of Americans just experienced temperatures that broke the triple digits. However, sweltering summer temperatures don’t have to get in the way of making satisfyingly sweet treats, though they might not be too conducive to recipes that require you to turn the oven on.

This short post will introduce you to some true no-bake highlights from our shortbread recipes collection that will keep your guests delighted and your home cooler!

Why No-Bake? Why Walker’s Shortbread?

Summer may mean pleasant weather and lots of opportunities for outdoor recreation, but if there’s one thing that doesn’t go with summer, it’s kitchen prep. Cooking is just not as enjoyable when the temperatures are in the 90s and above.

The shortbread recipes highlighted in this collection are ideal for summertime entertainment for that very reason. As they are all no-bake recipes, you won’t need the oven for them, keeping both you and your home cooler. Extra bonus: they are energy saving, since you don’t need the oven for them.

No-Bake Recipes to Sample This Summer

Here are just a few highlights from our collection of  no-bake recipes to try this summer, showcasing the all-butter richness of Walker’s Shortbread.

Walker’s Shortbread Strawberry Pie

Walker’s Shortbread Strawberry Pie is an invitation to the flavors of summer, with fresh (or frozen) strawberries and whipped cream topping a delightfully sweet and light strawberry gelatin filling, all resting on an all-butter crumbly shortbread crust as a base. It’s easy to make, can be served chilled (which makes it even better for summertime entertaining) and only requires a few simple ingredients. Pick up some Walker’s Shortbread Rounds and give this a try this summer!

Limoncello-Spiked Icebox Cake with Fresh Raspberries

Walker’s Limoncello-Spiked Icebox Cake with Fresh Raspberries delivers a refreshing zesty zing, thanks to its lemon juice and zest content. It can be made with fresh berries of your choice, but we recommend fresh raspberries as they pair beautifully with lemon. Creamy, sweet and slightly tart, it’s best served after chilling overnight in the fridge, which lets the flavors blend. Being a chilled dessert, it’s also ideal for those hot summer days. Pick up some Walker’s Shortbread Rounds and try it for yourself.

Shortbread Cheesecake Truffles

Love chocolate truffles? Then you’ll love our Shortbread Cheesecake Truffles, which make the most of crumbled all-butter Walker’s Shortbread Fingers mixed with cream cheese, then covered in delectable, rich dark chocolate. To make these Shortbread Cheesecake Truffles even more enjoyable in the hot summer temperatures, keep them in the refrigerator until you serve - they’re a cool, refreshing delight on a hot summer day.

Shortbread Banoffee Tarts

Walker’s Shortbread Banoffee Tarts are delightfully easy to make; all you’ll need are Walker’s Shortbread Highlanders, bananas, whipped cream, caramel, and chocolate for some shavings as a topping. They’re super easy to make and like the other no-bake desserts mentioned here, can also be chilled for those exceptionally hot summer days. Pair with a cool drink and they make a lovely summertime refreshment. You can also make these with Petticoat Tails if you like.

Banana Chocolate Chip Shortbread Icebox Cake

Last but not least, we have our Walker’s Shortbread Banana Chocolate Chip Icebox Cake. Made with Walker’s Gluten-Free Chocolate Chip Shortbread, milk, whipped cream, pudding and bananas, this icebox cake is easy to make and is best served chilled, making it another excellent candidate for summertime refreshment. And, since it’s gluten-free, it’s perfect for those with dietary restrictions and sensitivities.

Try Some of These for Yourself!

Each of the no-bake Walker’s Shortbread recipes featured here is a unique delight in its own right, but there are many more intriguing entries just waiting for you to discover them. See our full collection of shortbread recipes for some inspiration!

Since these recipes can be served chilled and don’t require you to use your oven, they’re quick and easy to make, enjoyable even when the temperatures are sky-high, and will serve as a refreshing yet indulgent summertime treat, even when the weather is too hot for comfort.

They also underscore the versatility of Walker’s Shortbread. Shop our products and then consult our recipe collection to find some fun, novel ways to enjoy the all-butter bliss of our classic shortbread.