Orange Jello Creamsicle Pie
A no-bake dessert that captures the nostalgic flavors of a classic orange creamsicle in a creamy, citrusy pie.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
- 9-inch pie dish
- Refrigerator
Ingredients
For the Crust
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter melted
- 3 tbsp granulated sugar
For the Filling
- 1 (3 oz) package orange-flavored gelatin
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 cup cold water
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese softened
- 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup whipped cream
- optional orange zest for garnish
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar.
- Press mixture firmly into a 9-inch pie dish and refrigerate for 15 minutes to set.
- Dissolve orange gelatin in boiling water, then stir in cold water and refrigerate until partially set (about 45 minutes).
- In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth.
- Add sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract to the cream cheese and mix well.
- Fold in whipped cream.
- Gently fold the partially set gelatin into the cream cheese mixture.
- Pour filling into prepared graham cracker crust.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Garnish with whipped cream and orange zest before serving.
Notes
For a different twist, try using lime or strawberry gelatin instead of orange. Ensure the gelatin is only partially set before folding into the filling to maintain a smooth texture.