No-Bake Orange Creamsicle Cheesecake

 

Ingredients:

For the Crust:

• 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs

• ⅓ cup granulated sugar

• 6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

For the Orange Cream Cheese Layer:

• 16 oz (2 blocks) cream cheese, softened

• 1 cup powdered sugar

• ¾ cup orange juice concentrate

• 1 cup heavy cream

• 1 tsp orange zest (optional)

• 2 tsp powdered gelatin

• 3 tbsp cold water

For the Classic Cheesecake Layer:

• 16 oz (2 blocks) cream cheese, softened

• 1 cup powdered sugar

• 1 cup heavy cream

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 2 tsp powdered gelatin

• 3 tbsp cold water

For the Orange Jello Top Layer:

• 1 (3 oz) package orange-flavored gelatin

• 1 cup boiling water

• ½ cup cold water
  

  Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Crust:

  • In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter until combined.

  • Press firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.

  • Chill in the refrigerator while preparing the next layer.

  2. Make the Orange Cream Cheese Layer:

  • In a small bowl, sprinkle gelatin over cold water and let it bloom for 5 minutes.

  • In a large bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Set aside.

  • In another bowl, beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, orange juice concentrate, and zest until smooth.

  • Microwave the bloomed gelatin for 10-15 seconds until liquid, then mix into the cream cheese mixture.

  • Gently fold in the whipped cream until fully combined.

  • Pour over the chilled crust and smooth the top. Refrigerate for 1-2 hours until set.

  3. Make the Classic Cheesecake Layer:

  • Repeat the gelatin bloom process (gelatin + cold water, let sit 5 mins).

  • Whip the heavy cream to stiff peaks and set aside.

  • Beat the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.

  • Microwave the gelatin until melted, then mix into the cream cheese mixture.

  • Fold in the whipped cream gently until fully incorporated.

  • Spread evenly over the set orange layer and chill for another 1-2 hours.

  4. Add the Orange Jello Topping:

  • Dissolve the orange gelatin in boiling water, then stir in cold water.

  • Let cool slightly (about 10-15 minutes) before pouring over the set cheesecake layers.

  • Chill for at least 2 hours or until fully firm.

  5. Serve & Enjoy!

  • Carefully release the springform pan.

  • Slice with a warm knife for clean cuts.

  • Garnish with whipped cream or fresh orange slices if desired.

  This creamy, citrusy cheesecake is a refreshing no-bake dessert perfect for any occasion!