Description
Indulge in the nostalgic flavors of summer with these Orange Creamsicle Bars. Layered with a crisp graham cracker crust and topped with a zesty orange cream cheese mixture, each bite transports you to sunny days with a refreshing orange popsicle in hand. The vibrant citrus zest paired with the creamy texture makes this dessert not only a treat for the palate but also a visual delight.
These Orange Creamsicle Bars are perfect for any gathering or as a sweet treat to enjoy at home. They’re incredibly easy to make and can be prepared ahead of time, making them the ideal dessert for busy entertainers. Serve chilled to bring out the best flavor and texture, and watch them disappear from the plate!
Ingredients
Crust:
2 cups (14–16 sheets, 168 g) honey graham crackers, finely crushed
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
½ cup (1 stick / 113 g) unsalted butter, melted
Toppings:
2 blocks (8 ounces each) cream cheese, room temperature
1⅓ cups (125 g) confectioners’ sugar
1 teaspoon orange zest
1 medium orange, juiced (about ¼ cup juice)
¼ cup orange jello mix (from a 3 oz box)
3 cups whipped topping, divided
Orange slice, optional, for garnish
Instructions
Crust:
Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper, including up the sides.
Mix crushed graham crackers and sugar in a medium bowl.
Blend in melted butter until no dry spots remain.
Press firmly into the bottom of the lined dish. Chill in refrigerator.
Toppings:
Beat cream cheese with a hand mixer until creamy. Mix in sugar, orange zest, and juice until smooth.
Gently fold in 2 cups of whipped topping.
Spread half of the cream cheese mixture over the crust.
Fold ¼ cup orange jello mix into remaining cream cheese mixture and layer over the first.
Top with remaining whipped topping.
Chill for 1 hour or overnight.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
Nutrition
- Calories: 350 kcal