Description
Indulge in the refreshing taste of Orange Creamsicle Dream Bars, the ultimate no-bake dessert that’s perfect for hot summer days! These creamy bars feature a crunchy cookie crust, a luscious orange cheesecake layer, and a fluffy topping that harmoniously brings together citrus flavors. Ideal for gatherings, picnics, and family dinners, this delightful treat is sure to impress both kids and adults alike. With easy preparation steps and simple ingredients, you can whip up these vibrant bars in no time. Enjoy them chilled for a satisfying end to any meal or as a sweet snack during warm evenings!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces Cool Whip (divided)
- 1 ⅓ cups Nilla Wafer Cookies
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 ounces orange vegan gelatin
- 8 ounces cream cheese (room temperature)
- 1 cup confectioners' sugar
- 2 teaspoons orange extract
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the crust by mixing crushed Nilla Wafer cookies with melted butter; press into a greased 9×9 inch baking dish.
- For the cream layer, dissolve vegan gelatin in boiling water, then mix with cold water. Beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth; combine with gelatin mixture and orange extract.
- Gently fold in 8 ounces of Cool Whip and pour over the crust.
- For the topping, beat remaining cream cheese with confectioners' sugar and vanilla; fold in the rest of the Cool Whip and spread over the cream layer.
- Chill for at least 7 hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (50g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg