No Bake Cranberry Orange Cheesecake
Indulge in the delightful fusion of tart cranberries and creamy cheesecake with this no bake cranberry orange cheesecake. Perfect for any occasion, this easy-to-make dessert is sure to impress your guests. With a graham cracker crust and a luscious filling bursting with vibrant flavors, each slice is a celebration on your palate. Prepare to wow your friends and family without the hassle of baking!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 42 minute
- Yield: Serves 12 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
- 16 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 ½ cups fresh cranberries (halved)
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the crust by mixing graham cracker crumbs with melted butter until combined. Press the mixture firmly into the base of a springform pan.
- In a bowl, beat softened cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth, then mix in sour cream, vanilla extract, and orange zest.
- Gently fold in halved cranberries, being careful not to overmix.
- Pour the filling over the crust, smoothing it out evenly with a spatula.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight until set.
- Once set, remove from the springform pan, slice into wedges, and serve chilled.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating cinnamon or nutmeg into the filling. You can substitute fresh cranberries with thawed frozen cranberries for convenience. Garnish with extra cranberries or whipped cream for an elegant presentation.