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No-Bake Orange Cream Pie - Bright, Creamy, and Effortless

Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 8 servings

Ingredients
  

  • Crust
  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • Pinch of salt
  • Filling
  • 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
  • 3/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice (about 3–4 oranges)
  • 2 teaspoons orange zest (plus more for garnish)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (for brightness)
  • 1 cup cold heavy whipping cream
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • Pinch of salt
  • Optional Toppings
  • Whipped cream
  • Extra orange zest or thin orange slices
  • Shaved white chocolate

Instructions
 

  • Make the crust: Stir graham cracker crumbs, sugar, salt, and melted butter until the crumbs look like wet sand. Press firmly into a 9-inch pie dish, going up the sides. Chill for 20 minutes to set.
  • Whip the cream: In a cold bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar to medium-stiff peaks. Set aside in the fridge.
  • Blend the base: In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth and fluffy. Add sweetened condensed milk and mix until silky with no lumps.
  • Add citrus and flavor: Mix in orange juice, orange zest, lemon juice, vanilla, and a pinch of salt. Beat until fully combined. The mixture should be smooth and slightly thick.
  • Fold in whipped cream: Gently fold the whipped cream into the orange mixture in two additions. Keep it light to preserve the airy texture.
  • Fill and chill: Pour the filling into the chilled crust and smooth the top. Cover loosely and chill for at least 6 hours, or overnight for the cleanest slices.
  • Garnish and serve: Top with whipped cream, zest, or thin orange slices. Slice with a warm knife for neat pieces.