Description
Sweet memories melt into this no bake orange creamsicle cheesecake, blending nostalgic citrus zest with creamy indulgence. Chilled dessert perfection brings cool comfort with each tangy, velvety bite you’ll savor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 (8 ounces) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream, chilled
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
- 1 package orange-flavored gelatin (3 ounces)
Sweeteners and Flavoring:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup boiling water
Crust Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Garnish (optional):
- Whipped cream
- Orange slices
- Orange zest
Instructions
- Pulverize graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and firmly compact into the base of a springform pan, creating a solid foundation for the dessert.
- Utilize an electric mixer to blend cream cheese with powdered sugar, incorporating fresh orange juice, vibrant orange zest, and pure vanilla extract until achieving a silky, uniform consistency.
- Dissolve orange gelatin according to package guidelines, allowing it to cool momentarily before delicately integrating into the cream cheese blend.
- Whip heavy cream until it forms elegant, sturdy peaks, then tenderly incorporate into the citrusy cream mixture, maintaining a light and airy texture.
- Transfer the luscious filling onto the prepared graham cracker crust, ensuring an even distribution.
- Refrigerate the dessert for a minimum of 4 hours, permitting it to set completely and develop its signature creamy structure.
- Prior to serving, embellish with a generous dollop of whipped cream and sprinkle additional orange zest for a burst of fresh, aromatic garnish.
Notes
- Customize the crust by using alternative cookies like shortbread or gingersnaps for a unique flavor profile.
- Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature to achieve a smoother, lump-free filling that blends seamlessly.
- For a lighter version, substitute some cream cheese with Greek yogurt to reduce overall fat content while maintaining creamy texture.
- Make the dessert gluten-free by using gluten-free graham crackers or almond flour as a crust base for those with dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Refrigerating
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 355 kcal
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 190 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg