Description
Experience the delightful fusion of creamy cheesecake and zesty orange in these enchanting Orange Creamsicle Cheesecake Bars. With a luscious texture and vibrant flavor that evokes childhood memories of summer, these no-bake treats are perfect for any gathering. They’re easy to prepare and guaranteed to impress your guests while bringing a touch of nostalgia to your dessert table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- Zest of 2 oranges
- ½ cup fresh orange juice (about 2 oranges)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until combined. Press this mixture into the bottom of an 8×8 inch baking pan.
- Bake for about 10 minutes until lightly golden. Let it cool completely.
- In a separate bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar and mix until creamy.
- Stir in orange zest, fresh juice, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In another bowl, whip heavy cream to soft peaks, then gently fold into the cream cheese mixture.
- Spread the filling over the cooled crust evenly. Cover with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Garnish with additional orange zest or whipped cream before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For a unique twist, substitute orange zest with lemon or lime zest. Always use room temperature cream cheese for a smoother batter.