Orange Creamsicle Cheesecake Recipe with Graham Cracker Crust

Instructions:

1. In a medium bowl, combine the graham crumbs, granulated sugar, salt, and melted butter until the mixture resembles wet sand. Press firmly into the base and slightly up the sides of a 9-inch springform pan. Freeze for 10 minutes.
2. Whisk the orange gelatin powder into the boiling water for 2 minutes until completely dissolved. Set aside to cool to room temperature, ensuring it remains liquid.
3. In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sifted powdered sugar using an electric hand mixer until smooth and emulsified.
4. In a separate chilled bowl, whip the heavy whipping cream and vanilla extract until stiff peaks form.
5. Slowly stream the room-temperature gelatin mixture into the cream cheese base while beating on low speed until combined. Stir in the fresh orange zest.
6. Gently fold the whipped cream into the orange cream cheese mixture using a rubber spatula until no white streaks remain and the filling is light and airy.
7. Pour the filling over the prepared crust and smooth the top. Refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight until firmly set.