The perfect summertime treat is one that is easy to make and is seasonal. It’s only a few days into July and already we’ve done so much. While the schedule is just as packed as other times of the year, it’s a different kind of chaos. Instead, we’re taking impromptu trips to the lake, market, activities, events, play dates and the like. So while our days are full, they are most certainly the best kind of full.
It’s during this time of year that I rely on the barbecue more and more, for entertaining or even when it’s just the kids and myself. Dinners are less planned when compared to other seasons, and smaller in size since we’ve tend to snack throughout the day while on our travels.
Unlike planned dinner gatherings during the year, which might involve richer foods that take more time; it’s not uncommon to be entertaining unexpectedly during the summer months. Playdates in the afternoon might extend to staying for dinner, with little time to plan. Thank goodness for BBQ hotdogs!
The same applies to desserts during the summer, bring on the seasonal treats! This time of year it’s the fruity simple desserts that shine. Yet again, simplicity is the key!
Orange Creamsicle Cheesecake Mousse is a wonderful recipe from my friend Stacie at Simply Stacie. Her tastes are very similar to mine when it comes to all things food, and I drool over each and every one she features.
Lately Stacie has been crazy with the mousse recipes, she has so many flavours up her sleeve, there’s certainly one for all tastes and preferences. Orange Creamsicle Cheesecake Mousse is a recipe that is so simple yet so delicious. It can be runny if you don’t let it sit though, so have patience with this one as the long it chills, the better.
I’d suggest taking a few minutes in the morning to make Orange Creamsicle Cheesecake Mousse, and by days end when you return home from your summertime fun – you have a tasty dessert waiting to be enjoyed as you relax on the deck and smile over memories made that day.
Enjoy!
- 1 package orange Jello 4 serving size
- ½ cup boiling water
- 1 seedless orange peeled and separated
- 1 8 oz package cream cheese softened
- ½ cup cold water
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup Cool Whip thawed
- 2 small oranges peeled and separated, for garnish, if desired
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Add the orange Jello to a small bowl and stir in boiling water until completely dissolved.
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In a blender, add orange pieces, cream cheese, cold water, vanilla extract and the orange Jello mixture. Blend for 1 minute or until smooth.
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Pour the mixture into a large bowl. Whisk in Cool Whip.
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Spoon the mixture into your dessert serving bowls. Place in the fridge for 2 hours or until set.
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Top with orange pieces before serving.
If you are looking for more dessert recipes, check out more of them in my recipe box here on My Organized Chaos.
What is your favourite kind of mousse?
What a treat this would be! Seems fairly simple to make too!
Mmmmm That sounds delicious. I’m not a huge fan of cheesecake, but in a mousse form. I may convert. LOL Might have to recreate with substitutes as we are allergy-friendly. Think it will taste just as great!
This looks really good! Will definitely try it this summer! Thanks for the recipe 🙂
This looks so delicious – thank you so much for the recipe!
this looks awesome. thanks for sharing
I am so going to make this. I have even bookmarked the recipe! thanks!
What a delicious summer dessert! Thanks for the recipe!
Thank you so much for the recipe,I cant wait to try this.
That sounds divine. I definitely need to try this recipe!
This look delicious! I like simple desserts that the whole family will enjoy.
This looks so delicious and easy to make. I am going to try this tomorrow. I am sure my family will love it.
I love orange creamsicles and they always bring back awesome memories of my grandma. This mousse looks nothing short of fantastic!
That looks so yummy! I am looking forward to trying this!
Wow, this looks sooooooo good! It’s been incredibly hot here the last few days so I think my family would be very impressed if I made this cool treat. Thanks for sharing!
Wow looks and sounds super delish thanks for sharing the recipe , i will be def making this for sure !
Oh this looks yummy. I do love oranges but my better half would like a strawberry version haha
Yum! Definitely have to try this one!
This looks delicious and I love creamsicles
Oh man, that sounds amazing. I need some of this!!!
This sounds so good and it is easy to make. Thanks for the recipe I can’t wait to make it.
Everything about this sounds amazing. I love orange flavored desserts.
This looks so delicious. I usually make chocolate mousse. I am definitely going to make this recipe.
This looks so light and fluffy! I love the orange creamsicle flavor especially for summer. Beautiful!
This sounds really refreshing and delicious, can’t wait to try this. I wonder if this can be made with mandarin oranges out of a tin.
This looks so delicious! I love the little mandarin garnish too! Now if only it had a dollop of nutella….haha. O:)
I haven’t had orange creamsicle in a long time. I used to eat them frozen. I bet it’s great with a cheesecake mousse.
omg! creamsicle is my husband’s favorite flavour for anything, really. he loves orange and vanilla together, this would be such a treat to make for him 🙂 thank you!
This looks so light and refreshing.
Oh my gosh does this look great! I would love to make this because orange is a favorite flavor!
Oh gosh, how funny is it that my husband and I were talking about our love for Orange Creamsicles today! This must have been a sign! Gotta make this for him soon!
This sounds super tasty! Mousse has always been a favorite dessert of mine.
This looks delicious; light and fresh is my staple for summer. And the hubs loves cheesecake in any form!
Mmmm! Looks absolutely delicious 🙂
This sounds like one delicious dessert! I need it.
Just LOVE this
This sounds like a refreshing, delicious dessert! I can’t wait to make it for my gang.
Ohmygosh this sounds so good!! I think I’ll have to pick up the jell-o powder and cream cheese and make this sunday or the holiday!! Thanks!
M