Gingerbread Orange No-Bake Cheesecake
Gingerbread Orange No-Bake Cheesecake is a festive dessert that perfectly marries creamy cheesecake with the warm spices of gingerbread and the bright zest of fresh oranges. This delightful no-bake treat is not only easy to prepare but also guarantees to impress your guests at any holiday gathering. Each slice offers a luscious texture and an unforgettable flavor profile, making it a must-try for any dessert lover.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 10 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups gingerbread cookie crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- ¾ cup powdered sugar
- ¼ cup fresh orange juice
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the crust by combining crushed gingerbread cookies and melted butter until it resembles wet sand. Press firmly into the bottom of a springform pan.
- In a separate bowl, beat softened cream cheese and powdered sugar until fluffy.
- Add sour cream, orange juice, zest, and vanilla extract; mix until well combined.
- Gently fold in whipped cream until light and airy.
- Pour filling over the crust and smooth the top. Refrigerate for at least four hours or overnight.
- Serve chilled, garnished with whipped cream or orange slices if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 75mg