No-Bake Orange Creamsicle Cheesecake
Indulge in the delightful flavors of summer with this No-Bake Orange Creamsicle Cheesecake. A creamy, citrus-infused delight with a crunchy vanilla wafer crust, perfect for any occasion.
Equipment
- Food Processor
- 9-inch Springform Pan
- Hand-held Mixer
Ingredients
- 12 ounces vanilla wafers
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 16 ounces cream cheese, softened to room temperature
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 3 ounces orange Jello
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Zest of one orange
Instructions
- Pulse vanilla wafers in a food processor until they resemble crumbs. Add 1/2 cup granulated sugar and melted butter, pulsing to combine.
- Generously spray a 9-inch springform pan with cooking spray. Press the crumb mixture into the bottom of the pan and slightly up the sides. Chill in the freezer for at least 30 minutes.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat together cream cheese and 1 cup granulated sugar with a hand-held mixer until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together orange Jello and boiling water until dissolved. Set aside.
- In another medium bowl, whip heavy cream, vanilla extract, powdered sugar, and orange zest until stiff peaks form.
- Divide the whipped cream mixture in half. Combine one half with the orange Jello mixture and the other half with the cream cheese mixture.
- Alternate spreading each mixture into the pan, starting with the cream cheese mixture and ending with the whipped cream.
- Chill the cheesecake in the fridge for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
Notes
This No-Bake Orange Creamsicle Cheesecake is a refreshing and creamy dessert that's perfect for summer gatherings. Garnish with additional orange zest or whipped cream for an extra burst of flavor.