Description
This No-Bake Orange Creamsicle Cheesecake combines the refreshing flavor of orange with a creamy cheesecake texture, creating a delightful dessert that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
1 (3 ounce) box orange jello
1 cup boiling water
2 cups Graham Cracker crumbs (about 14 sheets)
6 tablespoon unsalted butter
melted
pinch salt
2 (8 ounce) blocks cream cheese
softened
1 1⁄2 cups powdered sugar
divided
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
zest of 1 orange
optional
Instructions
- In a bowl, dissolve the orange jello in boiling water. Stir well and let it cool slightly.
- In another bowl, combine Graham Cracker crumbs, melted butter, and a pinch of salt. Press the mixture into the bottom of a springform pan to create the crust.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and 1 cup of powdered sugar until smooth and creamy.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream with the remaining 1/2 cup of powdered sugar and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture. If using, add the zest of the orange.
- Pour the orange jello mixture into the cream cheese mixture and gently mix until combined.
- Pour the combined mixture over the crust in the springform pan and smooth the top.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set. Slice and serve chilled.
Notes
For an extra burst of flavor, consider garnishing the cheesecake with fresh orange slices or whipped cream before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake / Chilled
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 410 kcal
- Sugar: 32 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
Keywords: No-Bake Cheesecake, Orange Creamsicle, Dessert, Easy Cheesecake, Summer Dessert