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Orange Creamsicle Cheesecake

A delightful dessert that captures the essence of summer with creamy cheesecake and bright orange flavors, making it perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 5 hours
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 380
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 16 oz cream cheese at room temperature
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 3 eggs at room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp orange zest freshly grated
  • 1/2 cup orange juice freshly squeezed
For the Crust
  • 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/2 cup butter melted
For Serving
  • 1 cup heavy cream for whipped topping
  • 1 cup fresh orange slices for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until it’s soft and creamy.
  3. Add the sugar and blend well.
  4. Mix in the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  5. Stir in the vanilla extract, orange zest, and freshly squeezed orange juice until everything is combined.
Baking
  1. Pour the creamy mixture over the prepared graham cracker crust in a springform pan.
  2. Smooth the top with a spatula for even baking.
  3. Bake for about 50-60 minutes or until the center is set but slightly jiggly.
  4. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool with the door slightly open.
Chilling
  1. Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least four hours, or overnight if possible.
Serving
  1. Slice the chilled cheesecake into wedges using a sharp knife.
  2. Add a dollop of whipped cream on top of each slice and garnish with fresh orange slices.

Notes

Store the cheesecake wrapped in plastic wrap or aluminum foil in the fridge for up to five days. It can also be frozen for longer storage. Thaw frozen slices in the refrigerator overnight.