Orange Creamsicle Cheesecake (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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2 cups graham cracker crumbs (14 sheets).
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6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted.
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Pinch of salt.
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1 (3 oz) box orange jello.
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1 cup boiling water.
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2 (8 oz) blocks cream cheese, softened.
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1½ cups powdered sugar, divided.
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2 cups heavy whipping cream.
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½ teaspoon vanilla extract.
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Zest of 1 orange (optional).
# Instructions:
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Mix jello powder with boiling water. Whisk until dissolved. Cool completely (about 30 minutes).
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Spray a 9-inch springform pan. Line bottom and sides with parchment.
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Mix graham crumbs, melted butter, and salt. Press into the pan bottom and sides. Freeze for 30 minutes.
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Beat cream cheese and 1 cup powdered sugar until smooth (2 minutes). In a separate bowl, whip cream with ½ cup powdered sugar, vanilla, and orange zest. Fold half of the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture. Fold the remaining whipped cream into the cooled jello.
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Layer cream cheese and jello mixtures in the crust. Swirl gently with a knife. Cover and refrigerate for 6 hours or overnight.
# Notes:
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Best served chilled.
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Use cold bowl and cream for best whipping results.
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Ensure cream cheese is room temperature for smooth mixing.
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Can be made 2 days ahead.