No-Bake Orange Creamsicle Cheesecake

No-Bake Orange Creamsicle Cheesecake – A Cool, Creamy Citrus Dream!

This No-Bake Orange Creamsicle Cheesecake is a creamy, citrusy dessert that combines a classic graham cracker crust with a light and fluffy cheesecake filling—swirled with sweet orange flavor for that nostalgic creamsicle taste. No oven required, just chill, slice, and enjoy!

💛 Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✔ No-Bake & Fuss-Free – Perfect for hot days or easy prep
✔ Light & Creamy – Whipped cream cheese and citrus for a silky texture
✔ Gorgeous Swirls – A stunning marbled orange and white presentation
✔ Crowd-Pleaser – A nostalgic flavor that everyone loves
✔ Easy to Customize – Use whipped topping or fresh whipped cream

⏱️ Cooking & Prep Times

• Prep Time: 25 minutes

• Chill Time: 4 hours (or overnight)

• Total Time: 4 hours 25 minutes

• Servings: 8–10 slices

🍽️ Kitchen Equipment Needed

✅ 9-inch springform pan or pie dish
✅ Mixing bowls (2–3)
✅ Electric mixer (hand or stand)
✅ Rubber spatula
✅ Whisk
✅ Knife or skewer (for swirling)
✅ Refrigerator

1) Graham Cracker Crust

🧾 Ingredients

• 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs

• ¼ cup granulated sugar

• ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted

👨‍🍳 Instructions

Step 1: In a medium bowl, mix together graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until evenly combined.
Step 2: Press firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan (or pie dish).
Step 3: Place in the refrigerator to chill for 15 minutes while preparing the filling.

2) Creamsicle Cheesecake Filling

🧾 Ingredients

Cheesecake Base:

• 16 oz (2 packages) cream cheese, softened

• 1 cup powdered sugar (or ¾ cup granulated sugar)

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 1 tablespoon orange zest

• 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice (optional)

• 1 cup heavy cream, whipped to stiff peaks
  or 1 (8 oz) tub whipped topping

For the Orange Swirl:

• 3 tablespoons orange-flavored gelatin powder (e.g., Jell-O)

• ¼ cup boiling water

• A few drops orange food coloring (optional)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

Step 1: Dissolve Orange Gelatin

In a heatproof bowl, whisk orange gelatin into boiling water until fully dissolved. Let cool to room temperature.

Step 2: Make Cheesecake Base

In a large mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth.
Add vanilla extract, orange zest, and orange juice (if using), and beat until combined.

Step 3: Fold in Whipped Cream

Gently fold in whipped cream or whipped topping using a spatula until smooth and fluffy.

Step 4: Create Orange Swirl

Scoop out 1 cup of the cheesecake filling into a separate bowl.
Stir in the cooled orange gelatin (and food coloring if desired) to create a vibrant orange swirl portion.

Step 5: Assemble & Swirl

Pour the white cheesecake filling into the chilled graham crust.
Dollop spoonfuls of the orange filling over the top.
Use a knife or skewer to gently swirl the orange into the white filling for a marbled effect.

Step 6: Chill

Cover loosely and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight for best results.

3) 🍊 Serving & Garnish

Once set, remove the cheesecake from the springform pan.

🌟 Garnish Ideas:

• Fresh orange slices or zest

• Whipped cream rosettes

• White chocolate curls

• Crushed graham crackers

💡 Tips & Variations

• No Gelatin? Just use food coloring, orange zest, and a drop of orange extract in the swirl portion.

• Tangier Flavor: Add more zest or a little orange extract for a bold citrus punch.

• Crust Variations: Try vanilla wafer or shortbread cookies instead of graham crackers.

• Whipped Cream Shortcut: Use store-bought whipped topping if you prefer not to whip cream from scratch.

❄️ Storage

• Refrigerator: Store covered in the fridge for up to 4–5 days.

• Freezer: Freeze individual slices wrapped tightly for up to 1 month. Thaw in the fridge before serving.

No-Bake Orange Creamsicle Cheesecake

A creamy no-bake cheesecake swirled with vibrant orange flavor over a buttery graham cracker crust.

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Equipment

• ✅ 9-inch springform pan or pie dish
• ✅ Mixing bowls (2–3)
• ✅ Electric mixer (hand or stand)
• ✅ Rubber spatula
• ✅ Whisk
• ✅ Knife or skewer (for swirling)
• ✅ Refrigerator

Ingredients

  

Crust:

• 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs
• ¼ cup sugar
• ½ cup melted butter

Filling:

• 16 oz cream cheese
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla
• 1 tbsp orange zest
• 2 tbsp orange juice optional
• 1 cup whipped cream or whipped topping

Swirl:

• 3 tbsp orange gelatin powder
• ¼ cup boiling water
• Orange food coloring optional

Instructions

 

• Mix crust ingredients, press into pan, and chill.
• Dissolve gelatin in boiling water; let cool.
• Beat cream cheese, sugar, zest, vanilla, and juice.
• Fold in whipped cream.
• Mix 1 cup of filling with orange gelatin.
• Pour plain filling into crust. Dollop orange mix and swirl.
• Chill 4+ hours. Garnish and serve.