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No-Bake Creamsicle Cheesecake

No-Bake Creamsicle Cheesecake

Enjoy a refreshing slice of No-Bake Creamsicle Cheesecake this summer, a delightful blend of creamy vanilla and zesty orange.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 1 cup Graham Cracker Crumbs Use crushed cookies or gluten-free crumbs for a different base.
  • 1/2 cup Melted Butter Coconut oil for a dairy-free version.
  • 1/4 cup Sugar Brown sugar for a deeper flavor.
Filling
  • 8 oz Full-Fat Cream Cheese Low-fat cream cheese for a lighter option; adjust whipped topping as necessary.
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Granulated sugar may be used in a pinch.
  • 2 tbsp Fresh Orange Zest Use a microplane for the freshest zest.
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Lemon Juice Bottled lemon juice, although fresh is preferred.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Vanilla essence could be used in smaller quantities.
  • 1 cup Whipped Topping Coconut whipped cream for a dairy-free alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Orange Juice Freshly squeezed is best for flavor.

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • electric mixer
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until evenly mixed. Press the blend into the base of a 9-inch springform pan.
  2. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth. Add in orange zest, lemon juice, orange juice, and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
  3. Gently fold in the whipped topping using a spatula until just combined.
  4. Spread the filling over the prepared crust, ensuring an even top.
  5. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or until set.
  6. Remove the springform pan and garnish with orange zest or slices before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1slicesCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 3gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Best served chilled with a garnish of fresh orange for added appeal.

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