Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of summer with this No-Bake Orange Creamsicle Cheesecake. This luscious dessert brings back childhood memories of frozen creamsicles, combining the tangy sweetness of orange jello with a creamy cheesecake filling. With its easy preparation and no-bake nature, this cheesecake is perfect for summer gatherings, barbecues, or simply enjoying at home with family. The stunning layers create an eye-catching presentation that will impress your guests while delivering a refreshing burst of citrus flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (3 oz) box orange jello
- 1 cup boiling water
- 2 cups Graham cracker crumbs
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 (8 oz) blocks cream cheese (softened)
- 1 ½ cups powdered sugar
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 orange (optional)
Instructions
- Dissolve the orange jello in boiling water and let it cool completely.
- Prepare a springform pan by spraying it with cooking spray and lining it with parchment paper.
- Mix Graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and salt; press into the bottom of the prepared pan. Freeze for 30 minutes.
- Beat cream cheese and 1 cup powdered sugar until smooth. Set aside.
- Whip heavy cream, remaining powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and optional zest until stiff peaks form; fold half into the cream cheese mixture.
- Gently mix the remaining whipped cream into the cooled jello mixture.
- Alternate spooning layers of both mixtures into the crust; swirl to create marbling.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight before serving.
- Prep Time: 35 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg