Description
A sophisticated no-bake cheesecake that captures the classic flavor of orange creamsicle in a creamy, marbled dessert, perfect for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs (approximately 14 whole sheets, finely milled)
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, completely melted
- A pinch of salt
- 1 box (3 oz) orange gelatin dessert mix (such as Jell-O)
- 1 cup boiling water
- 16 oz (2 blocks) cream cheese, full-fat variety, thoroughly softened to room temperature
- 1½ cups powdered sugar, divided
- 2 cups heavy whipping cream, chilled
- ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 fresh orange (optional)
- Whipped cream (for piping decorative stars or borders)
- Fresh orange slices
Instructions
- Dissolve the gelatin: In a heatproof bowl, whisk together the orange gelatin mix and boiling water until fully dissolved. Allow to cool to room temperature.
- Prep the springform pan: Lightly coat a 9-inch springform pan with cooking spray and line it with parchment paper.
- Bind the crumbs: Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and salt in a bowl. Stir until evenly moistened.
- Compress the base: Pour crumb mixture into the pan and press firmly into the bottom and up the sides.
- Set the foundation: Place the pan in the freezer for at least 30 minutes.
- Cream the cheese: Beat cream cheese and 1 cup of powdered sugar until smooth.
- Whip the cream to stiff peaks in a separate bowl.
- Divide the whipped cream mixture into two bowls: fold half into the cream cheese mixture and the other half into the cooled orange gelatin.
- Layer the two mixtures in the crust, alternating them.
- Create cream cheese and orange swirls using a butter knife.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.
- Unmold and decorate with whipped cream and orange slices before serving.
Notes
To achieve stable whipped cream, chill your mixing tools before use. For perfect slices, use a warm knife and clean between cuts.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Modern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: no-bake cheesecake, orange creamsicle, summer dessert, easy cheesecake, modern american cake