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No-Bake Orange Creamsicle Cheesecake Recipe

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4.5 from 105 reviews
  • Author: Ella
  • Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This No-Bake Orange Creamsicle Cheesecake is a refreshing and creamy dessert that combines the tangy sweetness of fresh orange juice and zest with rich cream cheese and whipped cream. Set on a crunchy graham cracker crust and flavored with orange gelatin and extract, this cheesecake offers the perfect balance of citrus and creamy textures without the need for baking.

Ingredients

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Crust

  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted

Filling

  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest
  • 1/4 cup orange gelatin (Jell-O)
  • 1 teaspoon orange extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare the crust: In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs and sugar. Stir in the melted butter until the mixture is evenly coated.
  2. Form the crust: Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to create an even layer. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to help it firm up.
  3. Make cream cheese mixture: In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing well to combine.
  4. Whip heavy cream: In another bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
  5. Combine mixtures: Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture to maintain a light texture.
  6. Add orange flavor: Stir in fresh orange juice, orange zest, orange gelatin, and orange extract, folding until everything is thoroughly incorporated.
  7. Assemble cheesecake: Pour the cheesecake filling onto the chilled graham cracker crust, spreading evenly.
  8. Chill and set: Refrigerate the assembled cheesecake for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow it to set completely.
  9. Serve: Garnish with additional orange zest or whipped cream as desired before serving.

Notes

  • Make sure the cream cheese is softened to ensure a smooth filling.
  • Use fresh orange juice and zest for the best citrus flavor.
  • For extra firmness, chill the crust longer before adding the filling.
  • This cheesecake is best served well chilled and within 2 days for optimal freshness.
  • Use a springform pan to easily remove the cheesecake without damaging the crust.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: no-bake cheesecake, orange creamsicle cheesecake, creamy dessert, easy cheesecake, citrus dessert, summer dessert

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