Description

No Bake Cranberry Orange Cream Pie is a delightful dessert that combines creamy orange filling with a tangy cranberry sauce, making it a perfect treat for any occasion. This no-bake recipe is not only easy to prepare but also saves valuable oven space during busy holiday gatherings or summertime picnics. The vibrant colors and flavors of this pie are sure to impress your guests, while its light and refreshing taste makes it an enjoyable end to any meal. Serve it chilled, topped with optional garnishes like candied orange peels or sugared cranberries for an extra special touch.

Ingredients

Scale

14 graham cracker sheets (or 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs)
2 Tbsp granulated sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
8 Tbsp butter, melted
1 cup fresh cranberries
2 Tbsp fresh orange juice
2 tsp orange zest
2 Tbsp granulated sugar
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
8 oz cream cheese, softened to room temperature
1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
2 Tbsp fresh orange juice
1 Tbsp orange zest
1/3 cup powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
Optional: Orange zest, sugared cranberries, candied orange peels

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the crust by mixing graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and pressing into a 9-inch pie plate.
Step 2: Cook cranberries with orange juice, sugar, and zest in a saucepan until thickened; let cool.
Step 3: Whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then gently fold in the cranberry mixture and cream cheese.
Step 4: Spread cranberry filling over the crust and top with whipped cream. Chill for at least 4 hours before serving.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: No Bake
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
Calories: 310
Sugar: 24g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 13g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: For added flavor, use fresh fruit slices as garnish. Consider using coconut cream as a dairy-free alternative to heavy cream.