October 25, 2023
Review RecipeOrange Creamsicle Cheesecake
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Cheerful orange and creamy vanilla swirls make this orange creamsicle cheesecake a beautiful sight. Close your eyes and take a bite, and you will be transported into the past to enjoy the flavors of summer and frozen treats.
No-Bake Orange Creamsicle Cheesecake Ingredients
This orange creamsicle cheesecake is a delightful dessert that combines the sweet and tangy flavors of a classic orange creamsicle.
The vanilla wafer crust provides a sweet and slightly crunchy base. The star of the dessert is the vibrant orange jello layer, which adds a refreshing citrus kick, while the cheesecake layer brings richness with a hint of tanginess.
You’ll need:
For The Crust:
- 11-ounce box of vanilla wafers, finely crushed
- 3 tablespoons of granulated sugar
- 8 tablespoons of unsalted butter, melted
For The Whipped Cream:
- 2 cups of heavy cream
- ½ teaspoon of clear vanilla flavoring
- ½ cup + 1 tablespoon of powdered sugar
For The Orange Jello Layer:
- ¾ cup of boiling water
- 1 (3-ounce) box of orange-flavored jello powder
- zest of 1 orange (approximately 2½ to 3 tablespoons, depending on the size of the orange)
For The Cheesecake Layer:
- 2 (8-ounce) packages of cream cheese, softened
- ¾ cup of granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon of clear vanilla flavoring
PRO TIP:
For an extra pop of bright orange color in this layer, add about 5 drops of orange-colored food gel.
Substitutions And Additions
CRUST: You can substitute boxed graham cracker crumbs in the crust if you can’t find vanilla wafers or prefer the taste of graham crackers.
WHIPPED CREAM: You could replace the homemade whipped cream with Cool Whip to make preparation even easier.
How To Make This No-Bake Orange Creamsicle Cheesecake Recipe
Let’s get started creating each irresistible layer of this scrumptious dessert.
For The Crust
STEP ONE: In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the finely crushed vanilla wafers, the granulated sugar, and the melted butter.
Mix until all the ingredients are well incorporated.
OUR RECIPE DEVELOPER SAYS
If your wafers do not come pre-crushed, either place them in a Ziploc bag and use a rolling pin to crush them quickly and mess-free, or use a food processor to turn them into crumbs.
STEP TWO: Firmly press the mixture into a 9-inch springform pan sprayed with nonstick spray. Place the crust into the freezer while preparing the rest of the cake.
For The Whipped Cream (for both layers)
STEP ONE: Using either a stand mixer with a whip attachment or a large bowl and a handheld mixer, combine the heavy cream, ½ teaspoon clear vanilla flavoring, and powdered sugar.
Whip the heavy cream mixture on high until stiff peaks form.
STEP TWO: Divide the whipped cream mixture evenly into two small mixing bowls.
For The Orange Layer
STEP ONE: In a small bowl, stir to combine the ¾ cup boiling water, orange-flavored jello, and the orange zest.
Stir until the jello has dissolved. Set aside to cool completely.
STEP TWO: Once the jello mixture is cooled, carefully fold in half of the whipped cream set aside for the jello mixture.
Reserve ½ cup of the jello cream to make the center jello swirl.
For The Cheesecake Layer
STEP ONE: Using a medium bowl and an electric mixer, set on medium-high, beat the blocks of cream cheese for 1 to 1½ minutes.
Reduce the mixer speed to low and add the granulated sugar and clear vanilla flavoring.
Increase the mixer speed to medium and continue to mix the cream cheese mixture until it is smooth, about 1½ minutes.
Be sure to use a spatula to scrape down the side of the bowl. Set aside.
PRO TIP:
Make sure your cream cheese is room temperature, otherwise you will have lumps in your cheesecake.
STEP TWO: Fold half of the whipped cream into the cheesecake mixture. Reserve ¾ cup to swirl with the orange jello layer for the center.
Creamsicle Cake Assembly
STEP ONE: Remove the crust from the freezer. Evenly spread the cheesecake layer over the crust, leaving the ¾ cup reserved for the swirl. Set it aside.
STEP TWO: Using a small spoon, dollop spoonfuls of the ½ cup reserved orange cream randomly on top of the cheesecake layer.
STEP THREE: Use a fork to swirl the orange dollops into the bottom cheesecake layer.
STEP FOUR: Spread the reserved ¾ cup cheesecake on top of the orange swirls.
STEP FIVE: Evenly spread the remaining orange mixture over the remaining cheesecake layer.
Place in the refrigerator for at least six hours to overnight to completely set.
STEP SIX: Once the orange creamsicle cake is firmly set and the cake is still in the springform pan, carefully run a sharp knife along the inside of the pan.
This will help the cake release from the pan.
PRO TIP:
This cake is best to make it the day before, so it has time to chill and set well.
How To Serve This Orange Cream Cheesecake
Top your cheesecake with a spoonful of whipped cream and fresh orange slices or fresh orange zest, and serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on the side.
Bring this light and pretty no-bake summer orange creamsicle cheesecake to a summer BBQ, potluck or serve it on a warm summer afternoon with a glass of our cold iced tea, raspberry iced tea, sweet peach iced tea, or southern strawberry sweet tea on the side.
Orange is such a refreshing flavor and perfect to use in tasty confections. Try some other recipes, including our orange creamsicle fudge, orange creamsicle lush, and orange fluff.
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Storage
Let’s have a look at how to store this delectable cheesecake to enjoy later.
IN THE FRIDGE: Keep any leftovers of your creamy cheesecake covered in plastic wrap in the refrigerator for up to one week.
IN THE FREEZER: This no-bake cheesecake can also be frozen, in an airtight container, for up to three months.
This fluffy and sweet orange creamsicle cheesecake is delicious and tastes just like the beloved popsicle. No baking is required, so it is easy to put together and looks so beautiful with all the white and orange swirled together.
Frequently Asked Questions
Add a few drops of orange-colored food gel to your cheesecake layer to brighten up the orange color.
The cheesecake can be frozen in an airtight container for up to three months.
This no-bake orange cheesecake can be kept in the refrigerator for up to one week.
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No Bake Orange Creamsicle Cheesecake
Ingredients
Crust
- 11 ounce vanilla wafers, finely crushed
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Whipped Cream
- 2 cups heavy cream
- ½ teaspoon clear vanilla flavoring
- ½ cup powdered sugar, plus 1 tablespoon
Orange Jello Layer
- ¾ cup boiling water
- 3 ounces orange-flavored jello
- 1 orange zest, approximately 2½ to 3 tablespoons depending on the size of the orange
Cheesecake Layer
- 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon clear vanilla flavoring
Instructions
Crust
- Generously spray a 9-inch springform pan with nonstick spray and set it aside.
- In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the finely crushed vanilla wafers, the granulated sugar, and the melted butter. Mix until all the ingredients are well incorporated. Firmly press the crust into the prepared springform pan. Place the crust into the freezer while preparing the rest of the cake.
Whipped Cream (for both layers)
- Using either a stand mixer with a whip attachment or a large mixing bowl and a handheld mixer, combine the heavy cream, ½ teaspoon of clear vanilla flavoring, and powdered sugar. Whip the heavy cream mixture on high until stiff peaks form. Divide the whipped cream mixture evenly into 2 small mixing bowls.
Orange Jello Layer
- In a small mixing bowl, stir to combine the ¾ cup boiling water, orange-flavored jello, and the orange zest. Stir until the jello has dissolved. Set aside to cool completely.
- Once the jello mixture is cooled, carefully fold in the half whipped cream set aside for the jello mixture. Reserve ½ cup of the jello cream to make the center jello swirl.
Cheesecake Layer
- Using a medium-sized mixing bowl and a handheld mixer set on medium-high, beat the cream cheese for 1 to 1½ minutes. Reduce the mixer speed to low and add the granulated sugar and clear vanilla flavoring. Increase the mixer speed to medium and continue mixing until the cream cheese mixture is smooth, about 1½ minutes. Be sure to use a spatula to scrape down the side of the bowl. Set aside.
- Fold half of the whipped cream into the cheesecake mixture. Reserve ¾ cup to swirl with the orange jello layer for the center.
Creamsicle Cake Assembly
- Remove the crust from the freezer. Evenly spread the cheesecake layer over the crust, leaving the ¾ cup reserved for the swirl. Set it aside.
- Using a small spoon, dollop spoonfuls of the ½ cup reserved orange cream randomly on top of the cheesecake layer.
- Use a fork to swirl the orange dollops into the bottom cheesecake layer.
- Spread the reserved ¾ cup cheesecake on top of the orange swirls.
- Evenly spread the remaining orange cream mixture over the remaining cheesecake layer. Place in the refrigerator for at least 6 hours to overnight to completely set.
- Once the orange creamsicle cake is firmly set and the cake is still in the springform pan, carefully run a sharp knife along the inside of the pan. This will help the cake release from the pan.
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Notes
- If your wafers do not come pre-crushed, either place them in a Ziploc bag and use a rolling pin to crush them quickly and mess-free, or use a food processor to turn them into crumbs.
- Make sure your cream cheese is room temperature, otherwise you will have lumps in your cheesecake.
- This cake is best to make it the day before, so it has time to chill and set well.
Comments
Gloria says
What an amazing treat!!!!!
Tammy says
Where would you find clear vanilla
Flavouring? I have never heard of that before.
Layne Kangas says
It will be in the baking aisle with the other extracts. Enjoy!
Fawn says
If not with the regular extract flavors in baking aisle, try the Wilton section in Wallies. It’s always there.:)) Happy Baking
julie says
wonderful , tastes just like a creamsicle…I used a little extra orange zest! Everyone loves this cheesecake!
Debra Keifer says
Could a pie plate be used if there is no springform?
Layne Kangas says
Hi, Debra – you’ll definitely want a springform pan for making this!
Cal Abriola says
Very good. Neighbors liked it too. I wish I had used real orange zest instead of store bought “orange peel” in spice isle. The recipe used so many mixing bowls that I had a mess, but now very worth it. The only bad thing I can say is I had to wait 6 hours to try a slice.
Phyllis Toner says
Love all the cheese cake recipes. Thank you so much.
Keith Dieter says
I Can’t Wait To Try This
ro says
Can you add orange extract flavoring – if so, how much.
Layne Kangas says
Hi, Ro – you probably could. I would add maybe 1/2 teaspoon or 1 teaspoon. Let me know how it turns out, enjoy!
Krista Sowash says
Can this be made without a crust?
Layne Kangas says
Hi, Krista – we haven’t tried that so I’m not sure how it would work!
JUJU says
I am very happy with the way it turned out. I changed it up by adding Orange Cream Soda to the Orange Jello, which made it a bit sweeter.
Thanks for posting this, everyone loved it.