Best desserts that don't need an oven?

Question

Looking for some dessert inspiration, but don't have access to an oven (preferably not ice cream hahaha)Thank you!

janet V. · Answer

-Strawberries drizzled with good aged balsamic topped with a dollop of sweetened creme fraiche.
-Wine poached pears with whipped cream and a sprinkle of Chinese 5 spice.
-Flummeries: a panna-cotta-like dessert laced with sherry or brandy. Very decadent!

Charleen · Answer

Fresh Strawberries with a bowl of sour cream and a bowl of pourable brown sugar.  Dip strawberry into sour cream, then in brown sugar.  Pop into mouth-----Yum!

Alyse T. · Answer

I always keep Ricotta on hand, any unexpected company or need for a last minute dessert that makes a fabulous presentation: cannoli cream filling with any berry fruit (fresh or frozen) served in a wine glass is even better...takes less than 5 minutes to make and portion! Enjoy

Happygoin · Answer

If your guests are coffee lovers, you might try affogato. Buy a premium brand of ice cream, coffee, vanilla or I have friends who make it with chocolate ice cream.

Make a pot of espresso, and pour the hot coffee over a scoop of ice cream. Delish!

MMH · Answer

Really good vanilla ice cream served in a pool of mango puree (found at the Asian Market - usually in the section for foods from India).

HalfPint · Answer

How about a Chocolate Biscuit Cake?  This one does not have egg: http://myfamilysfooddiary.com/no-bake-chocolate-biscuit-cake/I've made this cake before and it's tasty and easy.

phoebekwan · Answer

Panna Cotta -- simple, and delicious!

AntoniaJames · Answer

Tiramisu - buy crunchy/dryish Savoiardi ladyfingers (not spongy ones). Such a delicious, decadent dessert.  It freezes really well, too!  (We cut it into serving size pieces before freezing.) ;o)

Elizabeth T. · Answer

I haven't had biscotti in forever, thanks!

Nancy · Answer

Without oven- Buy biscotti fresh from bakery.Bake apple in microwave or toaster oven, or poach it on stovetop.

Nancy · Answer

A few quick thoughts• cheese and wine (stilton and port, parmesan and vin santo)• chocolate mousse (dairy or vegan version)• biscotti dipped in after-dinner coffee• fruit compote, with or without booze• baked apples served with whipped cream or ice cream• Irish coffee (or variations using other liquor)

Best desserts that don't need an oven?

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