If you haven't filled up your Christmas jars yet, then, hold on to your reindeers! In these yummy Santa-approved recipes, just mix three (Yes, I mean THREE!)  ingredients, DON'T BAKE, & enjoy with your loved ones. Save up on your cash, time, & energy all the way!

1. Candy Cane Cloud Dessert 

  
Source: A Pretty Life in the Suburbs

Fluffy pink clouds that melts in your mouth? Hell, yeah! Get crazy making this whipped cream dessert with crushed candy canes on top.

Prep Time: 15 mins

Serving: 4-5 glasses

- Beat 1 cup of whipping cream & 2 tbsp of sugar in a bowl. 

- Add in 1/3 cup of ground candy canes. 

- Pour into 4-5 fancy glasses.

- Refrigerate for 1 hour to let the flavours meld & enjoy.

Full recipe here.

2. Tiger Butter Fudge

  
Source: Butter with a Side of Bread

Add a wild twist to the holidays with this creamy, tiger-like peanut-butter chocolate fudge. It has the pretty shape of a little candy but rich & smooth as a fudge. Goody Tip: Switch to almond butter for a kick.

Disclaimer: No tigers were harmed in the making of this candy (lol). 

Prep Time: 8 mins

Serving: 24 pcs

- Line a 9 x 13 baking pan with parchment paper or foil.

- Melt & stir 1/2 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips for 1 min. in a small bowl. Set aside.

- Melt & stir 300g of vanilla chips in a medium-sized bowl for 1 min. 30 sec..

- Add 1/2 cup of peanut butter into the melted vanilla & stir until well-combined.

- Pour the vanilla-peanut butter mixture onto prepared pan. 

- Add the chocolate mixture on top in lines. Use a knife to make a swirl pattern as you like.

- Chill in the fridge & cut into equal pieces when ready. 

Watch how to make it quickly.

3. Shortcut Lime Cheesecake

  
Source: Gourmandize.com

You can tell by it's name, this is the fast version of silky, smooth cheesecakes. Goody Tip: Garnish with anything in your fridge- fresh strawberries, halved lime, chocolate sauce, sprinkles, or whipped cream. 

Prep Time: 6 mins

Serving: 1 pc

- Smash 1 graham cracker to crumbs & press into a muffin cup. 

- Mix 1 cup of cream cheese with juice from 1 whole lime.

- Spoon into the muffin cup & let it refrigerate until solid. 

More details here.

4. Black Forest Icebox Cake

  
Source: The Recipe Rebel

One whole cake in just minutes?! It's even cheaper & tastier than what you'll find in your local bakery. Goody tip: If you add 1 tbsp of cocoa powder to the whipped cream, you'll get a Choco Black Forest Cake. 

Prep Time: 15 mins

Serving: 12 slices

- Beat 2 cups of frozen whipped cream in a bowl until you see stiff peaks. 

- Arrange 300g of chocolate graham crackers in 1 layer on a pan, overlapping each other.

- Layer with 1/3 of the beaten whipped cream. 

- Layer again with 1/3 of 2 cups of cherry pie filling.

- Repeat layers two more times, with a total of 3 layers.

- Refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight. Garnish with extra whipped cream if you like.

Learn these easy steps here.

5. Strawberry Mousse

  
Source: Almost Supermom

Ok, what about your diet plans? If you're worried with all the sugar so far, then, pack on some juicy berries like in this special dessert. I mean, fruits in mousse are still fruits, right?                              

Prep Time: 10 mins

Serving: 4

- Blend 400g of sliced strawberries & 2 tbsp of honey for 2-3 mins or until pureed.

- Pour 1 & a half cup of heavy cream into a bowl. Mix until you see soft peaks.

- Gently fold the puree into the cream & let it combine well.

- Divide into small containers & refrigerate for 30-60 mins.

See how you can DIY here.

6. Dark Choco Nutella Bars

  
Source: Gourmandize.com

Can't call it Christmas if there's no Nutella, right? This one's for those who scrape down to the last bit in the jar. Goody Tip: Allergic to nuts? Try raisins, dried cranberries, or granola instead.

Prep Time: 25 mins

Serving: 20 bars

- Roast 1/3 cup of peeled almonds for 15 mins until nicely browned. Chop finely.

- Melt 1 & two thirds cup of dark chocolate a bowl & stir gently until smooth. 

- Add 2/3 cup of Nutella & chopped nuts into the bowl. Mix well. 

- Pour mixture into a plastic wrap-lined pan. Sprinkle extra chopped nuts on top. 

- Chill in the fridge for a few hours. Remove from pan & cut into strips before serve. 

Get more tips here.

7.  Oreo Cookie Balls

  
Source: MyRecipes.com

Here's an unbelievable, new way to enjoy your Oreos: just pop it in your mouth! The rich, white chocolate make them taste like fancy, store-bought truffles. Your guests will definitely be surprised!

Prep Time: 30 mins

Serving: 48 pcs

- Crush 36 Oreo cookies into crumbs. 

- Mix in 230g of cream cheese until blended.

- Shape into 1-inch balls on a waxed paper-lined tray. Freeze for 10 mins. 

- Dip balls into 120ml of melted, white baking chocolate.

- Refrigerate for 1 hour or until firm. Serve. 

Check it out here.

8. Coconut Snowball Cookies

  
Source: The Big Man's World®

Do you wanna build a snowman? Have fun rolling these soft, doughy snowballs with refreshing coconut flavour. Goody Tip: Freeze the cookies in a ziplock bag or airtight container to last up to 6 months. 

Prep Time: 5 mins

Serving: 40 pcs

- Blend 4 cups of unsweetened coconut shreds for 1-2 mins. Don't overblend or you'll end up with coconut butter (lol). 

- Add 1/4 cup of sugar & 1/2 cup of coconut milk. Blend until it's sticky & thick.

- Pour the batter into a huge bowl. 

- With your clean, wet hands, form the batter into small balls on a tray. Press every ball into a cookie shape.

- Sprinkle with extra coconut or sugar. Refrigerate until they firm up a little.

Step-by-step guide here.

9. Lemon Pudding 

  
Source: Kitchen Stories

If you're in love with thick panna cottas, this fine treat will make your day. Serve it with fresh blackberries or your favourite fruit.

Prep Time: 15 mins

Serving: 4 cups

- Whisk 480ml of heavy cream & 130g of sugar in a saucepan. Add lemon zest & a pinch of salt. 

- Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, while whisking regularly.

- After 5 mins. when the mixture is a little thick, remove from heat.

- Add juice from 2 whole lemons & let it cool until a skin forms on top the mixture. 

- Strain the mixture with a sieve. 

- Pour into serving glasses. Refrigerate uncovered for 3 hours. 

Learn the recipe here.

10. Peanut Butter Cookies

  
Source: Minimalist Baker

For a healthy treat, try these classic beauties, both salty & sweet in the same bite. Make them in a large batch & freeze. Now, you'll have a low-carb snack for your midnight cravings.

Prep Time: 10 mins

Serving: 20 cookies

- Blend 1 cup of rolled oats into flour. 

- Add 3/4 cup of pitted dates & blend for 30 secs more or until finely chopped. 

- Add 1/2 cup of naturally salted peanut butter & blend until it turns into a dough.

- Scoop 2 tbsp of the dough & make small mounds on a parchment-lined tray.

- Press with the back of a fork for the cross-hatch pattern on top the cookies. 

Optional: Dip in chocolate glaze & freeze for 10 mins. Dip again for extra shell. Refrigerate & enjoy.

See a simple demo here.

Happy NOT baking & a safe Christmas to all.

Cover Photo Source: Pinterest | Hello Fashion