– For the Crust:
– 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
– ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
– ¼ cup granulated sugar
– For the Cheesecake Filling:
– 16 oz cream cheese, softened
– 1 cup powdered sugar
– 1 cup heavy whipping cream
– ½ cup orange juice (freshly squeezed is best)
– Zest from 1 medium orange
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
– For Topping (Optional):
– Whipped cream
– Orange slices for garnish
– Additional orange zest
Creating the No Bake Orange Creamsicle Cheesecake is a breeze! Just follow these simple steps:
1. Prepare the Crust: In a medium mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and granulated sugar. Stir until the crumbs are evenly coated.
2. Form the Crust: Press the crust mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Make sure it is evenly distributed. Set aside.
3. Beat the Cream Cheese: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until creamy and smooth.
4. Add Powdered Sugar: Gradually add the powdered sugar to the cream cheese mixture, mixing until fully incorporated.
5. Incorporate Juices and Zest: Add the orange juice, orange zest, and vanilla extract to the mixture. Beat until everything is fully combined and smooth.
6. Whip the Cream: In another bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. This should take about 4-5 minutes.
7. Fold Cream into Mixture: Gently fold the whipped cream into the orange cream cheese mixture. Be careful to maintain the volume of the whipped cream for a light texture.
8. Fill the Crust: Pour the cheesecake filling over the prepared graham cracker crust, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
9. Chill: Cover the cheesecake with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results, to allow it to set properly.
10. Serve: When ready to serve, carefully remove the cheesecake from the springform pan and garnish as desired.
By following these steps, you’ll create a dessert that’s both beautiful and delicious, perfect for any occasion!