Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Orange Creamsicle Pie, a creamy dessert that transports you back to carefree summer days. With a buttery graham cracker crust and a luscious orange filling, each slice is a burst of sunshine that brings joy to any gathering. This easy-to-make pie is perfect for family celebrations or casual afternoons, igniting fond memories with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1 cup sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- Zest of 1 large orange
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a bowl. Press the mixture firmly into a pie dish to create the crust.
- Bake the crust for 8-10 minutes until lightly golden. Allow it to cool completely.
- In a large bowl, whisk together sweetened condensed milk, orange juice, orange zest, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- In another bowl, beat heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold this whipped cream into the orange mixture until fully combined.
- Pour the filling into the cooled crust and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider using mascarpone cheese instead of regular cream cheese. Chill the pie overnight for optimal taste and texture. Top with additional whipped cream or fresh orange zest for an elegant finish.