Description

This No-Bake Orange Creamsicle Cheesecake combines the nostalgic flavors of a creamsicle with a creamy, tangy cheesecake texture. Featuring a buttery vanilla wafer crust and layers of orange-flavored whipped cream and cream cheese filling, this refreshing dessert is perfect for warmer days or anytime you want a quick, no-bake treat that bursts with citrus goodness.

Ingredients

Scale

Crust

12 ounces vanilla wafers
1/2 cup granulated sugar
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (1/2 stick)

Filling

2 packages cream cheese, softened to room temperature (8 oz. each)
1 cup granulated sugar
1 box orange Jello (3 oz.)
1 cup boiling water
2 cups heavy cream
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Zest of one orange

Instructions

Prepare the crust: Pulse vanilla wafers in a food processor until they resemble fine crumbs. Add 1/2 cup granulated sugar and melted butter, pulsing again until the mixture is well combined.
Form the crust: Generously spray a 9-inch springform pan with cooking spray. Press the wafer crumb mixture firmly into the bottom and slightly up the sides of the pan. Chill in the freezer for at least 30 minutes to set.
Make the cream cheese mixture: In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and 1 cup granulated sugar with a hand mixer until smooth and creamy. Set aside for later use.
Dissolve the orange jello: In a separate bowl, whisk together the orange jello powder and boiling water until completely dissolved. Set aside to cool slightly.
Whip the cream: In a medium bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and orange zest until stiff peaks form.
Combine mixtures: Fold half of the whipped cream into the orange jello mixture gently. Fold the other half of the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully incorporated.
Layer the cheesecake: Alternate spreading layers of cream cheese mixture and orange jello whipped cream mixture into the chilled crust, beginning with cream cheese mixture and ending with the whipped cream layer on top.
Chill to set: Refrigerate the assembled cheesecake for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to allow it to set and develop flavors before serving.

Notes

Ensure the cream cheese is softened to room temperature for smoother mixing and better texture.
Use a hand mixer or stand mixer to achieve a perfectly creamy filling and stiff whipped cream peaks.
Freezing the crust before filling prevents sogginess and helps the crust hold its shape.
For a more intense orange flavor, consider adding a teaspoon of orange extract along with the zest.
This cheesecake is best served chilled and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
If springform pan is unavailable, use a deep 9-inch cake pan lined with parchment paper for easy removal.

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Bake
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of cheesecake)
Calories: 420
Sugar: 35g
Sodium: 220mg
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 17g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 0.5g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 100mg

Keywords: No-Bake Cheesecake, Orange Creamsicle, Orange Jello Cheesecake, Vanilla Wafer Crust, Summer Dessert