Description
No-Bake Orange Creamsicle Cheesecake is a creamy, dreamy dessert inspired by the classic orange creamsicle flavor. With a buttery cookie crust, fluffy cheesecake filling, bright orange citrus flavor, and no oven required, this refreshing dessert is perfect for summer parties, holidays, and easy make-ahead treats.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients
For the Crust
- 2 cups vanilla wafer crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
For the Orange Cheesecake Filling
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 package (3 oz) orange gelatin mix
- 1/2 cup boiling water
- 1 tbsp orange zest
- 1/3 cup fresh orange juice
- 2 cups whipped topping, thawed
For Topping
- Whipped cream
- Orange slices
- Extra orange zest
- Vanilla cookie crumbs
Instructions
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: Mix vanilla wafer crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until combined. Press firmly into a 9-inch springform pan or pie dish. Refrigerate while preparing the filling.
- Create the orange layer: Dissolve orange gelatin mix in boiling water. Stir until completely dissolved, then let cool slightly. Mix in orange juice and orange zest.
- Make the cheesecake filling: Beat cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Slowly add the orange gelatin mixture and blend until combined.
- Fold and chill: Gently fold whipped topping into the cheesecake mixture until light and fluffy. Spread over the crust and smooth the top.
- Finish and serve: Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until fully set. Garnish with whipped cream, orange slices, and cookie crumbs before serving.
Notes
For the best texture, allow the cheesecake to chill overnight. Make sure the gelatin mixture cools slightly before adding it to the cream cheese mixture. Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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