Description
This Orange Creamsicle Pie is a refreshing no-bake dessert combining the bright flavors of mandarin oranges, creamy orange yogurt, and light whipped cream in a crunchy graham cracker crust. Perfect for warm weather or when you want a quick, citrusy treat with creamy sweetness.
Ingredients
Scale
Pie Base
- 1 Graham Cracker Crust
Pie Filling
- 15 ounces Mandarin oranges (1 can, drained; reserve juice)
- 3.4 ounces Orange Jello mix
- 12 ounces Orange creamsicle yogurt (2 containers)
- 8 ounces Whipped Cream (plus more for topping, optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Gelatin Mixture: In a large glass bowl, combine the orange gelatin mix with 1/4 cup of the reserved mandarin orange juice. Microwave on high for 1 minute until the gelatin is fully dissolved. Then place the mixture in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes to let it thicken slightly.
- Mix Filling: Once the gelatin mixture is chilled and thickened, whisk in the orange creamsicle yogurt and the whipped cream (Cool Whip). Gently fold in 1/2 cup of the chopped mandarin oranges to add bursts of citrus throughout the filling.
- Assemble Pie: Pour the orange cream filling into the prepared graham cracker crust, smoothing the top. Decorate with dollops of whipped cream on top and garnish with whole mandarin oranges for extra visual appeal and flavor.
- Chill to Set: Refrigerate the pie for about 4 hours to allow it to fully set and achieve the perfect creamy texture. Alternatively, freeze the pie for 2 hours if you prefer a firmer, frozen dessert.
Notes
- Ensure to reserve some mandarin orange juice to properly dissolve the gelatin.
- Gently folding the mandarin oranges into the filling helps maintain their texture and appearance.
- The pie is best served chilled, but freezing for a short period offers a different, refreshing texture like a creamsicle ice cream pie.
- Use whipped cream as a topping for added creaminess and decoration if desired.
- This recipe contains no baking, making it quick and easy to prepare.
