Description
Indulge in this delightful no-bake cheesecake that combines warm gingerbread spices with refreshing orange, creating a festive dessert perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups gingerbread cookies, crushed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1 cup whipped cream
- Crushed gingerbread cookies (optional)
Instructions
- Crush gingerbread cookies into fine crumbs using a food processor or by placing them in a sealed plastic bag and rolling with a pin.
- In a bowl, mix cookie crumbs with melted butter until well combined.
- Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of a springform pan to form an even crust.
- In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Add sour cream, powdered sugar, fresh orange juice, and orange zest. Mix until fully combined and creamy.
- Pour filling over the prepared crust and smooth out the top with a spatula.
- Cover the springform pan with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least four hours or overnight to set properly.
- Once set, carefully remove the sides of the springform pan.
- Top generously with whipped cream and sprinkle crushed gingerbread cookies on top if desired.
- Slice into wedges and serve cold.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: - Ensure your cream cheese is at room temperature for a lump-free filling. - For added flavor, consider incorporating a splash of vanilla extract into the filling. - Customize by swapping gingerbread cookies for graham crackers if preferred.