Description
Indulge in the refreshing taste of summer with this No-Bake Orange Creamsicle Cheesecake. This delightful dessert combines creamy textures and zesty orange flavors to recreate the nostalgic essence of a classic creamsicle. Perfect for gatherings or a personal treat, this easy-to-make cheesecake requires no baking, allowing you to enjoy every moment without any kitchen stress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- Zest of 1 large orange
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- ¾ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
Instructions
- Prepare the crust by mixing graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until combined. Press firmly into the bottom of a springform pan.
- In a bowl, beat together cream cheese, sour cream, powdered sugar, orange zest, and vanilla until smooth.
- Whip heavy cream until soft peaks form; gently fold into the cream cheese mixture.
- Pour filling over the crust and smooth the top. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Remove from the pan, slice, and serve chilled.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: - For enhanced flavor, use freshly squeezed orange juice alongside the zest. - Experiment with lemon or lime for a citrus twist. - Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days.