Description
Indulge in the refreshing citrus flavors of summer with this easy No-Bake Orange Creamsicle Cheesecake. A creamy blend of orange zest and juice in a smooth cream cheese filling atop a graham cracker crust, this dessert is a delight for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust:
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Filling:
- 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup orange juice (fresh or bottled)
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 package (3 oz) orange gelatin (Jell-O)
- 1/4 cup boiling water
- 1 1/2 cups whipped topping (such as Cool Whip)
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press into a 9-inch springform pan and refrigerate.
- Prepare the Filling: Dissolve orange gelatin in boiling water. Beat cream cheese until smooth, then add sugar, orange juice, zest, and vanilla. Mix in gelatin and fold in whipped topping.
- Assemble the Cheesecake: Pour the filling over the chilled crust and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.
- Serve: Garnish with whipped topping, orange zest, or slices before serving.
Notes
- Enhance the orange flavor with a few drops of orange extract or food coloring.
- Cheesecake can be made up to 2 days ahead and refrigerated.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
