Description
This dreamy Orange Creamsicle Pie is a no-bake citrus dessert with a creamy, smooth vanilla-orange filling nestled in a buttery graham cracker crust. It tastes just like the classic popsicle – but in pie form!
Ingredients
For the Crust
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1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
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¼ cup granulated sugar
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6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
For the Filling
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1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
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1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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¾ cup orange juice (fresh if possible)
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Zest of 1 orange
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1 (8 oz) tub whipped topping, thawed
For Garnish (Optional)
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Whipped cream
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Orange zest
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Orange slices
Instructions
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Make the Crust
Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter in a bowl. Mix well, then press the mixture into a 9-inch pie pan. Chill in the freezer for 15 minutes. -
Prepare the Filling
In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy. -
Add Sweeteners and Flavor
Mix in sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract until well blended. -
Add Citrus Elements
Pour in the orange juice and add orange zest. Mix until completely smooth. -
Fold in the Whipped Topping
Gently fold in the thawed whipped topping until fully combined, taking care not to deflate it. -
Assemble the Pie
Spoon the filling into the chilled crust and smooth the top. -
Chill
Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight until set. -
Garnish and Serve
Before serving, top with whipped cream, extra zest, or orange slices as desired.
Notes
For the brightest flavor, use freshly squeezed orange juice and zest. For a homemade whipped topping, beat 1 cup of heavy cream with 2 tablespoons of powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: orange creamsicle pie, no-bake citrus pie, summer dessert, creamsicle dessert, easy orange pie