Description
Indulge in the refreshing taste of summer with this No-Bake Orange Creamsicle Cheesecake, a delightful dessert that embodies the nostalgic flavors of your favorite frozen treat. This creamy, citrus-infused cheesecake combines the smooth richness of cream cheese with the vibrant sweetness of orange jello, creating a light and airy dessert perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a picnic, celebrating a birthday, or simply enjoying a sunny day at home, this no-bake cheesecake is both effortless to prepare and visually stunning. With its layered presentation and bright orange hue, it’s sure to impress your guests while satisfying your sweet tooth.
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 ½ cups powdered sugar
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: Zest of 1 orange
Instructions
- Dissolve the orange jello in boiling water and let cool.
- Prepare a springform pan by spraying it with cooking spray and lining with parchment paper.
- Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and salt; press into the bottom of the pan and freeze for 30 minutes.
- Beat softened cream cheese with 1 cup powdered sugar until smooth.
- Whip heavy cream with remaining powdered sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form; fold into cream cheese mixture.
- Combine whipped cream with cooled jello.
- Layer cream cheese mixture and jello mixture in the crust; swirl gently.
- Chill for at least six hours or overnight before serving.
- Prep Time: 35 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg