Ingredients
– 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
– ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
– 2 cups cream cheese, softened
– 1 cup powdered sugar
– 1 cup heavy whipping cream
– 1 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed if possible)
– 2 teaspoons orange zest
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 2 tablespoons unflavored gelatin
– 1/4 cup cold water
– Optional: Whipped cream and orange slices for garnish
Instructions
Making this No Bake Orange Creamsicle Cheesecake is straightforward and fun. Follow these easy steps:
1. Prepare the Crust: In a medium bowl, mix the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until combined. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form the crust.
2. Mix Cream Cheese: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth and creamy.
3. Add Flavorings: Stir in the orange juice, orange zest, and vanilla extract into the cream cheese mixture. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
4. Prepare Gelatin: In a small bowl, dissolve the gelatin in cold water, letting it sit for about 5 minutes. Then, microwave it for approximately 10-15 seconds until fully dissolved. Stir this into the cream cheese mixture.
5. Whip Cream: In another bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until no white streaks remain, being careful not to deflate the whipped cream.
6. Combine Mixtures: Carefully pour the cream cheese mixture over the crust in the springform pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
7. Chill: Cover the pan with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight until the cheesecake is set completely.
8. Release the Cake: Once set, carefully remove the sides of the springform pan.
9. Garnish: If desired, top with whipped cream and orange slices for a beautiful presentation.
These steps will lead you to a delicious and stunning No Bake Orange Creamsicle Cheesecake that everyone will love!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 10
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 25g
- Protein: 4g