27 No-Bake Chocolate Dessert Recipes Perfect for Parties

Ever find yourself in a last-minute scramble for a party dessert, with no time to bake? I've been there! That's why I've put together these 27 no-bake chocolate dessert recipes perfect for parties. Whether you're hosting a family gathering, a casual get-together with friends, or a fancy soirée, these recipes will save your day.

From creamy cheesecakes and decadent mousse to crunchy bars and delightful truffles, there's something here for every chocolate lover. Let's dive in and explore these easy, no-fuss, and absolutely delicious treats.

1. Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars

These bars are a classic hit at any party. They're rich, satisfying, and best of all, require no baking!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup butter, melted
• 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 1 cup peanut butter
• 1 ½ cups chocolate chips
• 4 tablespoons peanut butter

Instructions:

1. Mix melted butter, graham cracker crumbs, powdered sugar, and peanut butter until smooth.
2. Press the mixture into a 9x13-inch pan.
3. Melt chocolate chips with 4 tablespoons of peanut butter, then spread over the mixture in the pan.
4. Refrigerate for at least one hour before cutting into bars.

2. Creamy Chocolate Mousse

Light, airy, and incredibly rich, this chocolate mousse will impress your guests with minimal effort.

Ingredients:

• 1 ½ cups heavy cream
• 8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
• 3 large eggs
• 1 tablespoon sugar

Instructions:

1. Whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then refrigerate.
2. Melt the chocolate over a double boiler, then let cool slightly.
3. Whisk the eggs and sugar until thick and pale.
4. Fold the melted chocolate into the egg mixture.
5. Fold in the whipped cream until no streaks remain.
6. Spoon into serving dishes and chill for 2-3 hours before serving.

3. No-Bake Chocolate Cheesecake

Cheesecake lovers will enjoy this smooth and creamy dessert, which is a breeze to prepare.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
• ½ cup butter, melted
• 24 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 cups heavy cream, whipped
• 8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, melted

Instructions:

1. Mix cookie crumbs with melted butter and press into a springform pan.
2. Beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
3. Fold in the melted chocolate.
4. Gently fold in whipped cream.
5. Pour the mixture over the crust and refrigerate for 4-6 hours.

4. Chocolate Avocado Pudding

A healthy twist on a classic dessert, this pudding is surprisingly rich and chocolatey.

Ingredients:

• 2 ripe avocados
• ½ cup cocoa powder
• ½ cup honey or maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt

Instructions:

1. Blend all ingredients in a food processor until smooth.
2. Taste and adjust sweetness if necessary.
3. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.

5. Oreo Chocolate Truffles

These bite-sized delights are perfect for any party, combining the beloved flavors of Oreo cookies and rich chocolate.

Ingredients:

• 1 package Oreo cookies
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 16 ounces chocolate (semi-sweet or milk)

Instructions:

1. Crush the Oreos into fine crumbs using a food processor.
2. Mix the crumbs with softened cream cheese until well combined.
3. Roll the mixture into small balls and place on a baking sheet.
4. Melt the chocolate and dip each ball, covering completely.
5. Place back on the baking sheet and refrigerate until set.

6. Chocolate-Covered Strawberries

Simple yet elegant, these chocolate-covered strawberries are always a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients:

• 1 pound fresh strawberries
• 8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
• 2 tablespoons coconut oil (optional)

Instructions:

1. Wash and dry the strawberries thoroughly.
2. Melt the chocolate with coconut oil in a microwave or double boiler.
3. Dip each strawberry into the melted chocolate, then place on parchment paper.
4. Let the chocolate set at room temperature or refrigerate for quicker results.

7. Chocolate Lasagna

Layer upon layer of chocolatey goodness makes this dessert a standout at any gathering.

Ingredients:

• 36 Oreo cookies, crushed
• 6 tablespoons melted butter
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1 cup whipped topping
• 2 boxes chocolate instant pudding
• 3 cups milk
• Additional whipped topping and chocolate shavings for garnish

Instructions:

1. Mix crushed Oreos with melted butter and press into a 9x13-inch pan.
2. Beat cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth, then fold in whipped topping.
3. Spread the cream cheese mixture over the crust.
4. Whisk together pudding mix and milk, then pour over the cream cheese layer.
5. Refrigerate for 4 hours, then top with additional whipped topping and garnish with chocolate shavings.

8. Chocolate Fudge

Rich, dense, and oh-so-chocolatey, this chocolate fudge is a dream come true for any chocoholic.

Ingredients:

• 3 cups chocolate chips
• 1 can sweetened condensed milk
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt

Instructions:

1. Melt chocolate chips with sweetened condensed milk over low heat, stirring constantly.
2. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and salt.
3. Pour into a lined 8x8-inch pan and refrigerate until set.
4. Cut into squares and serve.

9. Chocolate Pudding Pie

This creamy chocolate pudding pie is both comforting and satisfying, making it a great choice for parties.

Ingredients:

• 1 premade graham cracker pie crust
• 2 boxes chocolate instant pudding
• 3 cups milk
• Whipped cream and chocolate shavings for topping

Instructions:

1. Whisk together pudding mix and milk until thickened.
2. Pour the pudding into the pie crust and smooth the top.
3. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
4. Top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings before serving.

10. No-Bake Chocolate Almond Butter Bars

These bars have a delightful crunch and are a healthier option among the chocolate desserts.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup almond butter
• ¼ cup coconut oil
• ¼ cup honey or maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups rolled oats
• 1 ½ cups chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. Mix almond butter, coconut oil, honey, and vanilla extract until smooth.
2. Stir in rolled oats.
3. Spread the mixture into an 8x8-inch pan.
4. Melt chocolate chips and spread over the top of the mixture.
5. Refrigerate until set, then cut into bars.

11. Chocolate Tiramisu

This no-bake version of the classic Italian dessert is layered with rich chocolate flavor.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup strong coffee
• 2 tablespoons rum (optional)
• 24 ladyfingers
• 8 ounces mascarpone cheese
• 1 cup heavy cream
• ½ cup sugar
• 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
• 3 ounces dark chocolate, grated

Instructions:

1. Mix coffee with rum, if using, and dip ladyfingers quickly into the mixture.
2. Arrange half of the ladyfingers in a single layer in a serving dish.
3. Beat mascarpone cheese, heavy cream, and sugar until smooth and thick.
4. Spread half of the mascarpone mixture over the ladyfingers.
5. Repeat with another layer of dipped ladyfingers and mascarpone mixture.
6. Dust with cocoa powder and sprinkle with grated chocolate.
7. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.

12. Peanut Butter Chocolate Balls

These little balls of joy combine peanut butter and chocolate for a treat everyone will love.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup creamy peanut butter
• ½ cup powdered sugar
• 3 cups rice cereal
• 1 ½ cups chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. Mix peanut butter and powdered sugar until smooth.
2. Stir in rice cereal until well combined.
3. Roll into small balls and place on a baking sheet.
4. Melt chocolate chips and dip each ball, coating completely.
5. Let the chocolate set before serving.

13. Chocolate Coconut Cups

A sweet, nutty treat that's easy to make and even easier to enjoy.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups shredded coconut
• 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
• 2 cups chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. Mix shredded coconut with sweetened condensed milk until well combined.
2. Press the mixture into silicone molds or a lined muffin tray.
3. Melt chocolate chips and pour over the top of the coconut mixture.
4. Refrigerate until set, then pop out of the molds or remove from the tray.

14. Chocolate Mint Bark

Chocolate and mint are a winning combination, and this bark is no exception.

Ingredients:

• 8 ounces dark chocolate, chopped
• 8 ounces white chocolate, chopped
• ½ teaspoon peppermint extract
• Crushed candy canes or peppermint candies

Instructions:

1. Melt dark chocolate and spread onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
2. Let it set slightly before melting the white chocolate.
3. Mix peppermint extract into the white chocolate and spread over the dark chocolate layer.
4. Sprinkle with crushed candy canes or peppermint candies.
5. Refrigerate until set, then break into pieces.

15. Double Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats

These aren't your ordinary rice krispie treats; they're packed with extra chocolatey goodness.

Ingredients:

• 6 cups rice cereal
• 1 ½ cups chocolate chips
• ½ cup butter
• 1 package mini marshmallows
• ½ cup cocoa powder

Instructions:

1. Melt butter in a large pot over low heat, then add mini marshmallows and stir until melted.
2. Stir in cocoa powder until well combined.
3. Remove from heat and add rice cereal, mixing thoroughly.
4. Spread mixture into a greased pan and press down evenly.
5. Melt chocolate chips and drizzle or spread over the top.
6. Let set before cutting into squares.

16. Chocolate Banana Bites

These frozen treats are simple but pack a delightful punch of flavor.

Ingredients:

• 4 bananas, sliced
• 8 ounces chocolate chips
• 1 tablespoon coconut oil
• Sprinkles or chopped nuts (optional)

Instructions:

1. Slice bananas and place on a baking sheet.
2. Freeze until solid, about 2 hours.
3. Melt chocolate chips with coconut oil.
4. Dip frozen banana slices into the chocolate and place back on the baking sheet.
5. Sprinkle with toppings if desired.
6. Freeze again until the chocolate is set.

17. Chocolate Hazelnut Truffles

Luxurious and easy to make, these truffles are great for impressing your guests.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup chocolate hazelnut spread
• 2 cups crushed graham crackers
• 1 cup chocolate chips
• Crushed hazelnuts or cocoa powder for rolling

Instructions:

1. Mix chocolate hazelnut spread with crushed graham crackers until well combined.
2. Form into small balls and place on a baking sheet.
3. Freeze for about 30 minutes.
4. Melt chocolate chips and dip each ball, then roll in crushed hazelnuts or cocoa powder.
5. Refrigerate until set.

18. No-Bake Chocolate Oat Cookies

These cookies are chewy, chocolatey, and incredibly simple to whip up.

Ingredients:

• ½ cup butter
• 2 cups sugar
• ½ cup milk
• 4 tablespoons cocoa powder
• ½ cup peanut butter
• 3 cups quick-cooking oats
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat.
2. Add sugar, milk, and cocoa powder, stirring until combined.
3. Bring mixture to a boil for about 1 minute, then remove from heat.
4. Stir in peanut butter, oats, and vanilla extract until well mixed.
5. Drop spoonfuls onto parchment paper and let cool until set.

19. Chocolate-Covered Pretzels

Salty and sweet, these chocolate-dipped pretzels are always a party hit.

Ingredients:

• 1 bag pretzel rods or twists
• 8 ounces chocolate chips
• Sprinkles or chopped nuts for decoration

Instructions:

1. Melt chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl.
2. Dip each pretzel rod or twist into the chocolate.
3. Place on parchment paper and decorate with sprinkles or nuts.
4. Let the chocolate set before serving.

20. Chocolate Almond Clusters

Simple yet delicious, these clusters are perfect for satisfying sweet cravings.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups whole almonds
• 8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, melted

Instructions:

1. Toast almonds in a dry skillet until fragrant, then let cool.
2. Mix almonds with melted chocolate until well coated.
3. Spoon clusters onto parchment paper.
4. Let set at room temperature or refrigerate.

21. Nutella Chocolate Pops

Cool off with these creamy, chocolatey popsicles.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• ½ cup Nutella
• ¼ cup cocoa powder
• ¼ cup sugar

Instructions:

1. Whisk together milk, heavy cream, Nutella, cocoa powder and sugar until smooth.
2. Pour into popsicle molds.
3. Freeze for at least 4 hours or until solid.

22. Chocolate Pumpkin Pie

Combine chocolate and pumpkin for a seasonal no-bake delight.

Ingredients:

• 1 premade graham cracker crust
• 1 can pumpkin puree
• 1 package instant chocolate pudding mix
• 1 cup milk
• ½ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
• Whipped cream for topping

Instructions:

1. Whisk together pumpkin puree, chocolate pudding mix, milk, and pumpkin pie spice.
2. Pour into graham cracker crust.
3. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
4. Top with whipped cream before serving.

23. Chocolate Espresso Cheesecake Bites

These mini cheesecakes are packed with a delightful coffee kick.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
• ½ cup butter, melted
• 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon instant espresso powder
• 1 cup heavy cream, whipped
• 8 ounces dark chocolate, melted

Instructions:

1. Mix cookie crumbs with melted butter and press into mini muffin molds.
2. Beat cream cheese, sugar, vanilla extract, and espresso powder until smooth.
3. Fold in whipped cream.
4. Divide the mixture among the molds and smooth the tops.
5. Drizzle with melted chocolate and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.

24. Chocolate Cookies and Cream Bark

Crunchy and creamy, this bark is a perfect combo for all cookie lovers.

Ingredients:

• 8 ounces white chocolate, chopped
• 8 ounces dark chocolate, chopped
• 10 Oreo cookies, crushed

Instructions:

1. Melt white and dark chocolates separately.
2. Spread dark chocolate onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
3. Dollop white chocolate over the dark and swirl together.
4. Sprinkle with crushed Oreo cookies.
5. Refrigerate until set, then break into pieces.

25. Chocolate Strawberry Tart

A fancy dessert that’s super easy to make and doesn't require an oven.

Ingredients:

• 1 premade chocolate cookie crust
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 pound fresh strawberries, sliced

Instructions:

1. Heat heavy cream and sugar until it begins to simmer.
2. Pour over chopped chocolate and let sit for a few minutes, then stir until smooth.
3. Pour the chocolate mixture into the crust.
4. Top with sliced strawberries.
5. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

26. No-Bake Rocky Road Bars

Packed with marshmallows, nuts, and chocolate, these bars are an instant hit.

Ingredients:

• 16 ounces chocolate chips
• 1 cup peanut butter
• 3 cups mini marshmallows
• 1 cup chopped nuts

Instructions:

1. Melt chocolate chips and peanut butter together until smooth.
2. Stir in mini marshmallows and chopped nuts.
3. Spread mixture into a lined 9x13-inch pan.
4. Refrigerate until set, then cut into bars.

27. Chocolate Cherry Cheesecake

This dessert combines chocolate, cherries, and cheesecake for an indulgent treat.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
• ½ cup butter, melted
• 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup cherry pie filling
• 1 cup heavy cream, whipped
• Additional chocolate chips for garnish

Instructions:

1. Mix cookie crumbs with melted butter and press into a 9x13-inch pan.
2. Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
3. Fold in whipped cream.
4. Spread the mixture over the crust.
5. Top with cherry pie filling and sprinkle with chocolate chips.
6. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.

Conclusion

Each of these 27 no-bake chocolate dessert recipes is perfect for parties and sure to impress your guests. They’re all simple to make and satisfyingly delicious, so you can focus on enjoying your time with friends and family rather than spending hours in the kitchen. Enjoy!