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Orange Creamsicle Lush

Orange Creamsicle Lush: Your Easy No-Bake Summer Bliss

Experience the nostalgic flavor of summer with this easy no-bake Orange Creamsicle Lush dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 24 cookies Golden OREO Cookies Substitute with graham cracker crumbs if unavailable.
  • ½ cup Butter Use unsalted butter.
For the Creamy Layers
  • 2 boxes Orange Jello Mix Each box should be 3 ounces.
  • 2 cups Boiling Water Ensure water is fully boiling.
  • 1 box Vanilla Instant Pudding Mix Use a 3.4-ounce box.
  • 2 cups Cold Milk Use whole or 2% milk.
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Ensure softened for easy mixing.
  • ½ cup Confectioners Sugar Adjust based on sweetness preference.
  • 2 cups Whipped Topping Half for mixing, half for topping.
For Garnishing
  • 1 can Mandarin Orange Slices For visual appeal.
  • Fresh Mint (optional) Enhances presentation.

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • Mixing Bowl
  • hand mixer
  • 9x13-inch dish

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Pulse 24 Golden OREO cookies into fine crumbs using a food processor. Mix with ½ cup of melted unsalted butter and press into a 9x13-inch dish. Chill for about 15 minutes to set.
  2. Combine two 3-ounce boxes of orange jello mix with 2 cups of boiling water. Whisk vigorously for 2 minutes until fully dissolved. Allow to cool slightly.
  3. Whisk together 2 cups of cold milk and one 3.4-ounce box of vanilla instant pudding mix for about 2 minutes until smooth. Fold in the cooled jello mixture.
  4. Beat 8 ounces of softened cream cheese and ½ cup of confectioners sugar until smooth. Fold in 1 cup of whipped topping.
  5. Spread cream cheese mixture over the chilled crust. Pour the jello and pudding mixture over it. Top with remaining whipped topping.
  6. Cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight. Garnish with mandarin slices and optional fresh mint before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 170mgPotassium: 120mgSugar: 20gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best taste, refrigerate overnight to allow flavors to meld. Garnish thoughtfully with mandarin slices and mint.

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