Description
Indulge in the refreshing taste of summer with this No-Bake Orange Creamsicle Cheesecake. This creamy dessert combines the zesty flavor of fresh oranges with a luscious cream cheese filling, all atop a crunchy graham cracker crust. Perfect for picnics or gatherings, this easy-to-make treat evokes nostalgic memories of ice cream trucks and sunny days. With no baking required, you can whip up this delightful cheesecake in no time!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 Β½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- Β½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp orange zest
- Β½ cup fresh orange juice
- 2 cups whipped topping
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until well-blended. Press into the bottom of a springform pan.
- Mix the Filling: Beat softened cream cheese in another bowl until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar and mix until lump-free.
- Add Citrus Goodness: Stir in orange zest and fresh orange juice until well-combined.
- Fold in Whipped Topping: Gently fold in whipped topping until airy and combined.
- Assemble: Pour filling over the crust and smooth it out; tap on the counter to remove air bubbles.
- Chill: Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least four hours or overnight before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: - For a different flavor twist, substitute orange with lemon or lime juice. - Add crushed nuts to the crust for an extra crunch. - Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for a smoother filling.