Description
Indulge in the refreshing flavors of summer with this No-Bake Orange Creamsicle Cheesecake. This delightful dessert captures the essence of classic orange creamsicles, offering a creamy texture paired with vibrant citrus notes that will make your taste buds dance. Perfect for picnics, parties, or a sweet treat at home, this cheesecake requires no baking—simply mix, layer, and chill. The luscious filling is complemented by a buttery graham cracker crust, making it an irresistible choice for any occasion. With its easy preparation and kid-friendly flavor, this cheesecake is sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
- 1 (3 ounce) box orange jello
- 1 cup boiling water
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 (8 ounce) blocks cream cheese, softened
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a heat-proof bowl, whisk together the orange jello powder and boiling water until fully combined. Allow it to cool for about 30 minutes.
- Prepare a 9-inch springform pan by spraying it with cooking spray and lining it with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and salt. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan and freeze for at least 30 minutes.
- In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and 1 cup of powdered sugar until smooth.
- In another bowl, whip together heavy cream, remaining powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and optional orange zest until stiff peaks form. Gently fold half into the cream cheese mixture.
- Incorporate the cooled jello mixture into the remaining whipped cream until well blended.
- Layer spoonfuls of both mixtures into the crust and gently swirl them together.
- Cover with plastic wrap or foil and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight until set.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Ensure your cream cheese is at room temperature for easier mixing. For added flavor variations, consider incorporating lemon or lime zest. Serve individual portions in cups for an elegant presentation.