Orange Creamsicle Pie Recipe
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Ingredients: 6 ounces finely crushed shortbread cookies 2 tablespoons (28g) unsalted butter, melted PIE FILLING 2 packages (16 ounces) cream cheese, softened to room temperature 1 1/3 cup (293g) confectioners sugar 1 (about 1/4 cup) orange, zested (optional) and juiced 1 tablespoon orange extract (start with 2 teaspoons and taste test) pinch kosher salt 2 cups (476 g) whipped topping TOPPING 1-2 cups whipped topping, for over the creamsicle pie filling 4 wedges orange, for garnish
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Directions:INSTRUCTIONS SHORTBREAD PIE CRUST In a large bowl, combine the shortbread cookie crumbs with the melted butter. Pour into a prepared 8 in pie dish and firmly press to the edges to form a pie crust. PIE FILLING In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese until it is light and fluffy. Add in the powdered sugar, orange juice, orange extract, and salt and beat until everything is combined. (If you are adding the zest, add it here.) Gently fold in the whipped topping. Pour creamsicle filling into prepared pie crust. Smooth out with a small offset spatula. TOPPING Smooth out a layer of whipped topping (about 2 cups, can use more or less depending on preference) over the creamsicle filling. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, up to 3 days if covered. Top with an orange wedge. (optional) |
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