Description
Light, fluffy, and bursting with nostalgic citrus flavor, this Orange Creamsicle Mousse is a creamy, dreamy dessert that brings together fresh oranges, whipped cream, and a touch of vanilla in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 1 packet (2½ teaspoons) unflavored gelatin
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 4 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- Pinch of salt
- Orange slices or zest (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- In a saucepan, gently heat the orange juice and sugar until warm but not boiling. Stir in the gelatin and orange zest, whisking until completely dissolved. Let cool to room temperature.
- In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream to soft peaks. In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add in the vanilla extract and salt, mixing well.
- Slowly mix the cooled orange mixture into the cream cheese until fully combined.
- Gently fold in the whipped cream in batches, keeping the mixture airy and light.
- Spoon the mousse into serving cups or bowls and smooth the tops. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours, or until set.
- Garnish with orange slices or zest before serving. Enjoy chilled.
Notes
- Chill your mixing bowl and beaters before whipping the cream for extra fluff.
- Zest the oranges before juicing for ease and flavor.
- Do not skip the chilling time — it’s essential for setting and flavor development.
- Serve in clear glasses to show off the pretty layers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: orange mousse, creamsicle dessert, no-bake mousse, summer dessert, citrus mousse