Orange No-Bake Delight (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Crust
01 -
½ cup of melted unsalted butter
02 -
1 ½ cups of crushed graham crackers
→ Filling
03 -
2 cups of softened cream cheese
04 -
1 cup heavy cream, whipped
05 -
1 teaspoon of vanilla flavoring
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Zest from one orange
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1 cup of powdered sugar
08 -
1 envelope unflavored gelatin (roughly 2 tablespoons)
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2 tablespoons of chilled water
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1 cup of freshly squeezed orange juice
→ Garnish
11 -
Extra orange zest or slices (optional)
# Instructions:
01 -
Mix the graham cracker crumbs and melted butter together in a bowl until well combined. Push this mix firmly into the base of a 9-inch springform pan to form the bottom layer.
02 -
Whip the softened cream cheese in a large bowl until smooth and fluffy.
03 -
Slowly add the powdered sugar to the cream cheese. Keep stirring until everything's evenly blended.
04 -
Add the whipped cream, orange juice, zest, and vanilla to the mix, beating on medium speed until airy and light.
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In a small dish, sprinkle gelatin over cold water. Let it sit for five minutes, then carefully microwave for 10 seconds to dissolve.
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Gently incorporate the dissolved gelatin into the cream cheese mixture, stirring thoroughly to mix everything together.
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Pour the creamy filling over your prepared crust in the springform pan. Use a spatula to level the top.
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Cover the pan with foil or plastic wrap, and chill in the fridge for at least 4 hours, or ideally overnight until firm.
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Once the cheesecake has firmed up, carefully release and remove the springform pan's outer ring.
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Before serving, add some orange zest or decorative slices for a finishing touch.
# Notes:
01 -
Let the cake chill completely—it'll make a huge difference in texture.
02 -
Use fresh oranges for the best taste.