Creamsicle Jello Pie (Print)

Smooth orange mixture on a buttery base - just like your childhood frozen treat turned into an amazing chilled sweet.

# Ingredients:

→ Crust

01 - ¼ cup melted butter
02 - 3 cups crushed shortbread cookies

→ Filling

03 - 8 ounces softened cream cheese, cut into cubes
04 - 1 peeled and sliced orange
05 - ¼ cup freshly squeezed orange juice
06 - 2 tablespoons grated orange peel
07 - 8 ounces whipped topping (like Cool Whip)
08 - 1 teaspoon vanilla flavoring
09 - 1 small box (3-ounce) orange-flavored gelatin mix
10 - 1 can (14-ounce) sweetened condensed milk

→ Topping

11 - 4 ounces whipped topping
12 - 4 ounces softened cream cheese
13 - Slices of orange for decorating

# Steps:

01 - Give your pie dish a light coating with non-stick spray so nothing sticks.
02 - Crush the cookies in a food processor until they look like fine crumbs. Stir those crumbs with melted butter in a mixing bowl. Press the mixture into the base and sides of your dish, then pop it in the freezer to chill while you work on the filling.
03 - Put the orange slices, zest, vanilla, and juice into the food processor. Blend until smooth and set aside for later.
04 - Beat the gelatin mix and softened cream cheese together in a large bowl or stand mixer until super smooth.
05 - Gently fold the condensed milk and whipped topping into the cream cheese mixture until it looks light and fluffy.
06 - Pour the blended orange mixture into the filling and mix until it's all evenly combined.
07 - Take the crust out of the freezer and spread the filling inside, making sure it’s evenly smoothed out to the edges.
08 - Put the pie in the fridge for at least 2 hours for a soft texture, or in the freezer for 1 hour if you want it firm and icy.
09 - Mix the remaining whipped topping and softened cream cheese together, beating until it’s fluffy and smooth.
10 - Spread the whipped topping over the set pie and finish it off with orange slices on top. Enjoy!

# Additional Notes:

01 - Once the dessert is set, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap to keep it fresh. Store it in the fridge for up to one week or freeze it for as long as three months.
02 - Keep this pie cold for the best taste. Serve it straight from the fridge if you like it creamy, or let it firm up in the freezer for a chilly treat.

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