Description
Hello food lovers! ???? Welcome to our kitchen, where we love to explore delicious and easy-to-make recipes that you can enjoy with your family and friends. Today, we’re excited to share a delightful and refreshing dessert that requires no baking: No-Bake Orange Pineapple Swirl Cheesecake. Let’s dive right in!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1 cup whipped cream
- 1/2 cup pineapple chunks
- 1/2 cup mandarin orange slices
- Fresh mint leaves and berries for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Refrigerate for 30 minutes to set.
- Make the Filling: In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and 1 cup sugar until smooth and creamy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the sour cream, vanilla extract, orange juice, and orange zest until fully combined.
- Layer the Cheesecake: Pour half of the cream cheese mixture over the crust. Evenly distribute half of the pineapple chunks and mandarin orange slices over the cream cheese mixture. Pour the remaining cream cheese mixture on top. Create a swirl pattern with additional orange juice if desired.
- Refrigerate: For a fresh, subtle flavor, use orange juice. For a sweeter, more intense flavor and thicker swirl, use orange jelly. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until set.
- Garnish and Serve: Top with whipped cream, pineapple chunks, mandarin orange slices, fresh mint leaves, and berries for garnish before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the cream cheese is softened before beating to achieve a smooth and creamy texture.
- Use freshly squeezed orange juice and zest for the best flavor.
- When creating the swirl pattern, be gentle to maintain the distinct layers of the cheesecake.