Gingerbread Orange No-Bake Cheesecake
Gingerbread Orange No-Bake Cheesecake is a festive dessert that beautifully combines the warm spices of gingerbread with the bright zest of orange. This creamy, no-bake treat is simple to prepare and makes a stunning centerpiece for any gathering. Each slice offers a luscious blend of sweet and tangy flavors, evoking the joy of holiday celebrations. Perfect for impressing guests or indulging in a well-deserved treat, this cheesecake is sure to become a favorite.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 12 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups ginger snap cookies, crushed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar, sifted
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
- 1 cup whipped cream
Instructions
- Prepare the crust by mixing crushed ginger snap cookies with melted butter until well combined. Press the mixture into the bottom of a springform pan.
- In a bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add powdered sugar, then stir in orange zest and juice until well combined.
- Gently fold in whipped cream until fully incorporated into the cream cheese mixture.
- Spread the filling over the crust evenly and smooth the top. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Once set, remove from the pan, slice into pieces, and serve chilled.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 110g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg