8 No-Bake Summer Treats to Beat the Heat

From Tropical Jellies to Creamy Puddings—Easy, Refreshing Recipes That’ll Keep You Chill All Season Long"

As temperatures soar, these vibrant, no-oven-required treats deliver sweet relief without artificial additives. Perfect for pool parties, picnics, or lazy afternoons—let’s dive into cooling kitchen magic!

1. Mung Bean Bliss Bars (绿豆凉糕) 🌿

Why You’ll Love It: Naturally gluten-free and packed with protein.

Steps:

Soak 2 cups mung beans overnight. Steam 20 mins until mashable.

Mix with ¼ cup sugar + ½ cup rice flour + 1 cup milk (or coconut milk!).

Press into a greased pan, top with dates, steam 15 mins. Chill, slice, and devour!

Pro Tip: Swap dates for mango chunks for tropical vibes.

2. Soothing Pear Jelly (雪梨果冻) 🍐

Mom’s Secret Weapon: Hydrating and gentle on sore throats.

5-Minute Hack:

Simmer diced pears + 4 cups water + ¼ cup honey + 3 tbsp agar powder.

Pour into molds, chill 1 hour.

Add-ins: Basil seeds for extra crunch.

3. Citrus Milk Cubes (橘子奶冻) 🍊

Retro Fun Meets Modern Nutrition: Calcium-rich and bursting with vitamin C.

DIY Magic:

Peel mandarins, skewer on popsicle sticks.

Heat 2 cups milk + 3 tbsp sugar + 2 tbsp agar until dissolved.

Pour into silicone molds around citrus skewers. Chill 2 hrs.

Adult Upgrade: Add a splash of rum to the milk mix.

4. Layered Root Veggie Cake (山药香芋椰蓉糕) 🍠

Insta-Worthy Superfood Stack: Purple sweet potatoes, taro, and Chinese yam.

Build It:

Steam 1 cup each of cubed taro, purple potato, and yam.

Mash separately with 1 tbsp honey + 1 tsp vanilla.

Layer in a loaf pan, chill 4 hrs. Coat with toasted coconut.

Serve with: Matcha drizzle for color contrast.

5. Mango Milk Jelly (芒果奶冻) 🥭

Tropical Escape in a Cup: Creamy meets fruity.

Pro Moves:

Blend mango skins with 1 cup water (yes, skins!). Strain.

Simmer liquid + 2 cups milk + ¼ cup sugar + 3 tbsp agar.

Pour over fresh mango cubes. Chill until set.

Bonus: Top with tapioca pearls for boba-style fun.

6. Grandma’s Double-Skin Milk (双皮奶) 🥛

Cantonese Classic Reinvented: Silky custard meets juicy toppings.

Authentic Twist:

Whisk 3 egg whites into 2 cups milk + 2 tbsp sugar.

Steam 15 mins in ramekins. Chill.

Top with lychees + crushed pistachios.

Secret: Use full-fat milk for that iconic “skin.”

7. Brown Sugar Milk Tea Pudding (焦糖奶茶布丁) 🍮

Boba Shop Vibes at Home: Layers of bitter tea + sweet caramel.

Brew It Right:

Dry-toast 1 tbsp black tea leaves + 3 tbsp sugar until amber.

Add 2 cups milk, simmer 5 mins. Strain.

Dissolve 2 gelatin sheets (or agar) into warm liquid. Chill.

Top with homemade tapioca pearls.

8. Watermelon Jelly Bowls (西瓜果冻) 🍉

Summer in a Scoop: Edible bowls = zero waste!

Playful Prep:

Carve watermelon flesh into balls. Juice remaining fruit.

Simmer juice + ¼ cup sugar + 3 tbsp agar.

Pour back into hollowed rind. Chill 4 hrs.

Garnish: Mint leaves + lime zest.

Why These Treats Rule Summer

Heat-Free Prep: No oven = cool kitchen.

Kid-Friendly: Let littles layer, pour, and decorate!

Customizable: Swap fruits/sweeteners to taste.

Gut-Friendly: Agar (seaweed-based) aids digestion.

Pro Tips:

Agar vs. Gelatin: Agar sets firmer/faster; use 1:1 ratio.

Make-Ahead: Most treats keep 5 days refrigerated.

Sugar Swaps: Honey, maple syrup, or monk fruit.Final

Thought: Beat the heat with edible rainbows! Which recipe will you try first? show us your frosty creations. ❄️