Description
A classic Orange Creamsicle dessert with creamy vanilla and bright fresh orange, layered for irresistible flavor and texture. Enjoy these treats for holidays, summer parties, or just as a nostalgic family snack.
Ingredients
1 1/3 cups fresh orange juice
1 teaspoon fresh orange zest
1 1/2 cups vanilla ice cream
1/2 cup whipped cream
1 tablespoon honey or syrup
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional: 1/2 cup crushed cookies or Nilla wafers
Instructions
1. Blend orange juice, zest, and honey until smooth.
2. Add vanilla ice cream and vanilla extract, blend until creamy.
3. Fold in whipped cream by hand for fluffy texture.
4. Layer mixture in popsicle molds or parfait glasses. For bars, add a cookie crust.
5. Freeze for 4-5 hours (popsicles) or chill desserts at least 2 hours before serving.
6. Garnish with more whipped cream, orange zest, or fresh orange slices.
Notes
For vegan: swap ice cream and whipped cream for coconut-based alternatives.
For gluten-free: use gluten-free cookies or omit crust.
Use mandarin segments or marshmallows for additional texture.
Adjust sweetness with more honey or syrup if needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Chill/Freeze
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg