Description
Indulge in a delightful slice of No-Bake Orange Creamsicle Cheesecake, the perfect summer dessert that captures the essence of your favorite frozen treat. This creamy and luscious cheesecake combines a zesty orange flavor with a light and airy texture, making it an irresistible choice for gatherings, picnics, or simply enjoying at home. With no baking required, this easy-to-make cheesecake is a hit for dessert lovers of all ages. Just mix, layer, and chill for a refreshing treat that’s sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 ½ cups powdered sugar (divided)
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 orange (optional)
Instructions
- In a heat-proof bowl, whisk together the orange jello powder and boiling water until dissolved. Let cool completely.
- Prepare a 9-inch springform pan by spraying with cooking spray and lining with parchment paper.
- Combine Graham Cracker crumbs, melted butter, and salt in a bowl; press into the bottom of the pan and freeze for at least 30 minutes.
- Beat softened cream cheese with 1 cup powdered sugar until smooth. Set aside.
- Whip heavy cream with remaining powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and optional orange zest until stiff peaks form; fold half into the cream cheese mixture.
- Gently fold the remaining whipped cream into the cooled jello mixture.
- Layer spoonfuls of both mixtures into the prepared crust and swirl gently with a knife. Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight until set.
- Once set, remove from springform pan, garnish as desired, slice, and serve.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg