No-Bake Orange Creamsicle Cheesecake
A delightful no-bake cheesecake that combines creamy textures with refreshing orange flavors, perfect for warm days and festive gatherings.
Ingredients
Crust Ingredients
- 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter, melted
Cheesecake Filling Ingredients
- 2 cups cream cheese, softened Ensure it's at room temperature for smooth mixing.
- 1 cups powdered sugar Adjust to taste.
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream Whipped until soft peaks form.
- 1 cups orange juice Freshly squeezed is best.
- 2 pieces Zest of oranges Used for flavoring.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 packet unflavored gelatin (optional) For a firmer texture.
- 2 tablespoons cold water Used for dissolving gelatin.
Instructions
Preparation
- Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a medium bowl and mix until evenly coated. Press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form a crust. Refrigerate while preparing filling.
Making the Filling
- In a large mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, mixing until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whip heavy cream until soft peaks form and then gently fold into cream cheese mixture.
- Mix orange juice, orange zest, and vanilla extract in another bowl. If using gelatin, dissolve it in cold water, warm it, then add to orange juice mixture.
- Fold the orange mixture into the cream cheese mixture until smooth.
Assembly
- Pour the filling over the crust, smoothing the top with a spatula. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Serving
- Once set, release the springform pan. Slice into wedges using a knife dipped in warm water for clean cuts. Optionally garnish with whipped cream or additional orange zest.
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Notes
For best flavor, allow the cheesecake to set overnight. You can freeze individual slices and thaw in the refrigerator for later enjoyment.