No-Bake Orange Creamsicle Cheesecake
A refreshing, no-bake cheesecake capturing the nostalgic flavor of creamsicles with creamy layers and a vibrant orange zing. Perfect for warm weather and effortless preparation.
- Prep Time: 30
- Total Time: 390
- Yield: 8-10 servings
- Category: No-Bake Desserts
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
1 (3 ounce) box orange jello
1 cup boiling water
2 cups graham cracker crumbs
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Pinch of salt
2 (8 ounce) blocks cream cheese, softened
1.5 cups powdered sugar, divided
2 cups heavy whipping cream
0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
Zest of 1 orange, optional
Instructions
Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and salt in a bowl for the crust. Press half into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
Dissolve orange jello in 1 cup boiling water, then pour over the crust. Chill for 1 hour to set.
Beat cream cheese and 1 cup powdered sugar until smooth. Chill in the refrigerator.
Whip heavy cream, remaining 0.5 cup powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
Fold whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture. Spread over the set jello layer in the pan. Chill for 4 hours or overnight.
Top with orange zest (optional) before serving.
Notes
For stronger orange flavor, substitute 1/3 cup of boiling water with fresh orange juice
Use gluten-free graham cracker crumbs for dietary restrictions
Chill cheesecake in the freezer for 30 minutes before serving for a firmer texture