Description
A no-bake layered dessert capturing the sweet, zesty essence of a creamsicle. Features a buttery crust, cream cheese filling, vibrant orange gelatin, and airy whipped topping—all assembled in 25 minutes for a nostalgic, crowd-pleasing treat.
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
3/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
2 tsp orange zest
1 cup crushed orange candies or orange gelatin
3/4 cup cold water
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 tbsp powdered sugar
Instructions
Mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter; press into a greased 8-inch springform pan.
Beat cream cheese, 1/3 cup sugar, and orange zest until smooth. Spread over crust.
In a small bowl, sprinkle gelatin over 1/4 cup cold water. In another bowl, mix 1/2 cup hot water with remaining sugar, then stir in gelatin mixture. Cool slightly; pour over cream cheese layer.
Chill for 1 hour. Beat whipping cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form; spread over gelatin layer.
Chill for 4 hours or overnight before slicing.
Notes
Use an 8-inch springform pan for proper layering.
Chill at least 4 hours for firm layers.
Top with additional orange zest or whipped cream if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg