Description

Indulge in the refreshing taste of summer with these Orange Creamsicle Dream Bars. This no-bake dessert features a crunchy Nilla wafer crust, a creamy orange cheesecake layer, and a luscious Cool Whip topping that makes every bite feel like a sweet escape. Perfect for picnics, barbecues, or a delightful treat on a sunny day, these bars are sure to impress family and friends alike. Easy to prepare ahead of time and bursting with vibrant flavor, they’ll quickly become your go-to summer dessert.

Ingredients

Scale

8 ounces Cool Whip (divided)
1 ⅓ cups Nilla Wafer Cookies
5 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 ounces orange Vegan Gelatin
3/4 cup boiling water
3/4 cup cold water
8 ounces cream cheese (room temperature)
1/4 cup powdered sugar
2 teaspoons orange extract
8 drops orange Wilton Gel Food Color (optional)
2 cups Cool Whip
8 ounces cream cheese (room temperature)
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 cup Cool Whip
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped

Instructions

Prepare the crust by crushing Nilla Wafer Cookies and mixing with melted butter. Press into a 9×9 inch baking dish.
Make the orange cream layer by dissolving gelatin in boiling water, then combining it with cream cheese, powdered sugar, and orange extract.
Pour the orange mixture over the crust and chill for at least 6 hours until set.
For the topping, mix cream cheese and confectioners' sugar, then fold in Cool Whip before spreading over the chilled bars.
Chill again for an hour before cutting into squares and serving.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: None
Category: Dessert
Method: No-Bake
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar (90g)
Calories: 290
Sugar: 25g
Sodium: 170mg
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 33g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for smooth blending. Customize flavors by adding different extracts or toppings like chocolate drizzle or fresh fruit.