Description
Indulge in the nostalgic flavors of a classic creamsicle with this delightful Orange Creamsicle Ice Cream Cake. This no-bake dessert features layers of orange sherbet and vanilla ice cream blended with whipped topping, all atop a buttery graham cracker crust. Perfect for summer gatherings or as a refreshing treat any time of the year.
Ingredients
Scale
Graham Cracker Crust:
- 1 package graham crackers or 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup melted butter
Orange Creamsicle Ice Cream Filling:
- 1 box orange-flavored gelatin (3 oz)
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1/2 cup cold water
- 1 pint orange sherbet, softened
- 1 pint vanilla ice cream, softened
- 1 (8 oz) tub whipped topping, thawed
Instructions
- Prepare the Gelatin: In a medium bowl, dissolve the orange gelatin in boiling water. Stir in cold water and let cool for 10 minutes.
- Make the Crust: Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter to form a crust. Press into a 9×13-inch baking dish and freeze for 10 minutes.
- Prepare the Filling: Mix softened orange sherbet and vanilla ice cream. Add the cooled gelatin and fold in whipped topping until smooth.
- Assemble the Cake: Spread the ice cream mixture over the prepared crust. Freeze for at least 4 hours until firm.
- Serve: Before serving, let the cake sit at room temperature for 5–10 minutes for easier slicing.
Notes
- For extra citrus flavor, add a teaspoon of orange zest to the mixture.
- You can substitute a graham cracker crust with crushed vanilla wafers or shortbread cookies.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Freezing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
