Description
Indulge in a delightful summer treat with this No-Bake Orange Creamsicle Cheesecake. This refreshing dessert captures the essence of classic creamsicles, combining zesty orange flavors with a smooth and creamy cheesecake filling—all without turning on the oven. Ideal for picnics, barbecues, or family gatherings, this cheesecake is not only easy to make but also sure to impress your guests. With its vibrant color and delicious taste, it’s a perfect addition to any dessert table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (3 oz) box orange jello
- 1 cup boiling water
- 2 cups Graham cracker crumbs
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- pinch salt
- 2 (8 oz) 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
- Dissolve orange jello in boiling water; let cool for about 30 minutes.
- Prepare a springform pan by spraying 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 at least 30 minutes.
- Beat cream cheese and 1 cup powdered sugar until smooth; set aside.
- Whip heavy cream with remaining powdered sugar and optional orange zest until stiff peaks form; fold half into cream cheese mixture.
- Fold remaining whipped cream into cooled jello mixture.
- Layer the cheesecake filling and jello mixture in the crust; swirl gently for a marbled effect.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight until set.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg