Description
Indulge in a nostalgic summer treat with this No-Bake Orange Creamsicle Cheesecake. This creamy, refreshing dessert brings together the delightful flavors of orange jello and rich cream cheese without the need for an oven. Perfect for warm-weather gatherings, this cheesecake is not only easy to prepare but also visually stunning with its vibrant layers. Ideal for picnics, family reunions, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth, this dessert will surely impress your guests and evoke cherished childhood memories of the classic creamsicle.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (3 oz) box orange jello
- 1 cup boiling water
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs (about 14 sheets)
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- pinch salt
- 2 (8 oz) blocks cream cheese, softened
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar, divided
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- zest of 1 orange, optional
Instructions
- Dissolve orange jello in boiling water and let it cool.
- Prepare a springform pan by lining it with parchment paper.
- Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and salt; press into the pan.
- Beat cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth; set aside.
- Whip heavy cream with remaining powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Fold whipped cream into cream cheese mixture, then mix in cooled jello.
- Alternate layers of cream cheese mixture and jello in the crust; swirl together.
- Chill for at least 6 hours or overnight to set before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg