Description
Creamy No Bake Orange Creamsicle Cheesecake combines tangy citrus with smooth cream cheese in a dreamy dessert. Chilled layers of orange-infused filling promise refreshing summer sweetness you’ll savor to the last delightful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 16 ounces (454 grams) cream cheese
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup whipped cream
Dairy and Liquid Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
Optional Ingredients:
- 1 packet gelatin
- Orange food coloring (as needed)
Instructions
- Crush graham crackers into fine crumbs and combine with melted butter, pressing the mixture firmly into the bottom of a springform pan to create a compact base.
- Using an electric mixer, whip cream cheese and sugar together until achieving a silky, lump-free consistency.
- Incorporate vibrant orange zest, freshly squeezed orange juice, and pure vanilla extract into the cream cheese mixture, blending thoroughly.
- Gently fold whipped cream into the mixture, creating a light and airy texture. Add a few drops of food coloring for a more vivid orange hue if desired.
- Dissolve gelatin in hot water and carefully integrate into the cheesecake filling to enhance structural stability and ensure a perfect set.
- Transfer the creamy mixture onto the prepared graham cracker crust, using a spatula to spread evenly and create a smooth surface.
- Chill the cheesecake in the refrigerator for a minimum of 4 hours, allowing it to set completely and develop rich, harmonious flavors.
- Before serving, adorn the chilled cheesecake with dollops of whipped cream and delicate fresh orange slices for an elegant presentation.
Notes
- Crust Tip: Use a flat-bottomed glass or measuring cup to press graham cracker mixture evenly and firmly into the pan for a compact, stable base.
- Flavor Boost: Freshly grated orange zest provides more intense citrus flavor compared to pre-packaged zest, enhancing the creamsicle essence.
- Gelatin Trick: Dissolving gelatin helps stabilize the cheesecake, creating a firmer texture that holds its shape beautifully when sliced.
- Dietary Swap: Replace regular cream cheese with a low-fat or plant-based alternative for a lighter, more diet-friendly version without compromising taste.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Refrigerating
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg