Orange Creamsicle Dream Bars (Print Format)
Creamy orange and cheesecake layers on a graham cracker base, ideal for gatherings and picnics.
# Ingredients:
→ Crust
01 -
2 packages Graham Crackers
02 -
2 teaspoons Flour
03 -
1/2 cup Sugar
04 -
12 tablespoons Butter, melted
→ Cheesecake Layer
05 -
16 oz Cream Cheese, softened
06 -
2 cups Powdered Sugar
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2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
08 -
2 cups Cool Whip, thawed
→ Orange Cream Layer
09 -
6 oz Orange Jello Gelatin (2 x 3 oz boxes)
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1 1/2 cups Water, boiling
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1 1/2 cups Water, cold
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16 oz Cream Cheese, softened
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1/2 cup Powdered Sugar
14 -
4 teaspoons Orange Extract
15 -
16 drops Orange Food Coloring
→ Topping (Optional)
16 -
Whipped Cream
# Steps:
01 -
Place Graham Crackers in a food processor and blend into fine crumbs. Add flour and sugar, and pulse until mixed. Add melted butter and pulse until combined. Distribute mixture evenly into a 9 x 13 pan and press down firmly. Set aside.
02 -
In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until combined. Gently fold in Cool Whip. Spread mixture evenly over the crust.
03 -
Boil water in a medium saucepan. Whisk in orange gelatin until fully dissolved. Add cold water and stir. Place in the refrigerator for 10 minutes to cool completely, but not set.
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In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, orange extract, and orange food coloring until smooth. Slowly pour in the cooled orange gelatin mixture while continuously mixing to ensure a smooth consistency.
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Spread the orange cream mixture evenly over the cheesecake layer. Refrigerate until chilled and thickened.
06 -
Top with whipped cream if desired. Serve chilled.
# Tips:
01 -
Ensure the gelatin mixture is cool but not set before mixing with the cream cheese to achieve a smooth and even consistency.