ISO: ingredient questions: Orange creamsicle bars

[monj]

Was asked if I could bring a "fun, summery dessert" by nephew and wife. Not a dessert maker generally, so I'm mystified why they chose that for me, lol. 10 ppl. . Wondering if there's a substitute for orange concentrate? probably not but thought I'd ask our kind swappers. My grocery store doesn't carry it, unless it's in a giant tube. We don't drink OJ, so it would sit for a good long time. Does 8 oz frozen topping equate to 8 oz real whipped cream with stabilizer? I dislike the CW fake ingredients. Any suggestions are welcome. TIA!

Orange Creamsicle Bars

Cue the ice cream truck melody! These orange creamsicle bars have nostalgic flavor in an easy, no-bake dessert.

www.tasteofhome.com

ingredients​

• 1 package (12 ounces) vanilla wafers, crushed
• 1/2 cup butter, melted
• 2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup confectioners' sugar
• 3 tablespoons frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
• 1 pinch salt
• 1 carton (8 ounces) frozen whipped topping, thawed
• 2-1/2 tablespoons orange gelatin
• Fresh orange slices, candy orange slices, orange zest or additional orange juice concentrate, optional

Directions​

1. In a small bowl, combine wafer crumbs and butter. Press onto the bottom of parchment-lined 8-in. square baking dish; freeze until set.
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3. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth, 2-3 minutes. Add confectioners' sugar, orange juice concentrate, vanilla extract and salt; beat until smooth, 2-3 minutes, scraping sides as needed. Fold in 1-1/2 cups whipped topping until well incorporated.
4. Divide filling in half. Spread one half over crust.
5. Add orange gelatin to the remaining filling; beat at medium speed until slightly thickened, 1-2 minutes. Gently spread over cream cheese layer. Top with remaining 1-1/2 cups whipped topping. Cover; refrigerate 4 hours or overnight.
6. Using the edges of the parchment paper, remove from pan. Cut into bars. Garnish with orange slices, candy, orange zest or additional orange juice concentrate before serving, if desired.

 

[marilynfl]

Isn't that just canned frozen orange juice found in the freezer section? It's always known as concentrate because the viewing public might try and drink it straight without adding water. Let it thaw just a bit and you can scoop out your three Tbl.

The orange gelatin will be in the Jello section. Try NOT to use the sugar-free version. It won't hurt if you do, but I can always taste a subtle difference. Also, 2.5 TLB will measure differently between a box with real sugar and one with artificial sweetener.

I would buy a pint of heavy cream and then whip 1 cup. According to AI (who, as we all know KNOWS EVERYTHING...including what exactly is in those Jeffery Epstein papers) says 8 oz tub of Cool Whip is 3 cups, while 1 cup of heavy cream equals 2 cups whipped.

I think it's going to make a lovely light tasting (although not light in calories) dessert with your changes. And like the idea of grated orange zest on the top.

 

[monj]

Isn't that just canned frozen orange juice found in the freezer section? It's always known as concentrate because the viewing public might try and drink it straight without adding water. Let it thaw just a bit and you can scoop out your three Tbl.
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The orange gelatin will be in the Jello section. Try NOT to use the sugar-free version. It won't hurt if you do, but I can always taste a subtle difference. Also, 2.5 TLB will measure differently between a box with real sugar and one with artificial sweetener.

I would buy a pint of heavy cream and then whip 1 cup. According to AI (who, as we all know KNOWS EVERYTHING...including what exactly is in those Jeffery Epstein papers) says 8 oz tub of Cool Whip is 3 cups, while 1 cup of heavy cream equals 2 cups whipped.

I think it's going to make a lovely light tasting (although not light in calories) dessert with your changes. And like the idea of grated orange zest on the top.

Thanks so much Marilyn!

 

[mariadnoca]

Yes, everything Marilyn said. It is frozen orange juice in the can, but my grocery store actually does not carry this anymore! It’s still findable, but for me, I have to check a couple of stores.