Frozen "Creamsicle" Cake

Vegetarian
Health score
2%
Frozen "Creamsicle" Cake
180 min.
4
235kcal

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Indulge in a delightful twist on a classic treat with this Frozen "Creamsicle" Cake! Perfect for warm days or festive gatherings, this dessert captures the nostalgia of summer while being simple to prepare. With its creamy layers of nonfat vanilla frozen yogurt and refreshing orange sorbet, every bite is a burst of sunshine that will leave you craving more.

This recipe skillfully combines the zesty brightness of orange flavor with the smoothness of yogurt, creating a harmonious dessert that’s not only satisfying but also guilt-free. Each slice is wrapped in a crunchy crust made from low-fat vanilla wafers, lightly sweetened with corn syrup and accented with the aromatic zest of fresh oranges. It’s a vegetarian-friendly option that showcases how delightful dessert can be without excessive calories — just 235 per serving!

Whether you’re looking to impress guests at a summer barbecue or simply want to treat yourself after a long day, this Frozen "Creamsicle" Cake is a fantastic choice. With minimal cooking time and no baking required, you can easily whip it up and let it freeze while you relax. So grab your loaf pan and let’s get started on this refreshing dessert that embodies the spirit of summertime in every delicious slice!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon plus light
  • cup nonfat vanilla yogurt frozen
  • cup orange sorbet softened
  • servings orange zest fresh finely julienned
  • teaspoons butter unsalted cooled melted
  • 16  vanilla wafers low-fat finely

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • plastic wrap
  • loaf pan

Directions

  1. Line loaf pan with a double layer of plastic wrap, allowing a few inches of overhang along sides. Stir together cookie crumbs, zest, butter, and corn syrup in a small bowl, then press into bottom of loaf pan.
  2. Spread sorbet evenly over crumb crust and freeze 30 minutes to harden.
  3. While sorbet is freezing, slightly soften frozen yogurt.
  4. Spread evenly over sorbet and freeze, covered with plastic wrap, until firm, at least 2 hours.
  5. Using plastic wrap as an aid, lift frozen cake out of pan, then peel off plastic.
  6. Let stand 5 minutes to soften, then cut crosswise into 4 slices. Each serving contains about 197 calories and 3 grams fat.

Nutrition Facts

Calories235kcal
Protein7.08%
Fat23.89%
Carbs69.03%

Properties

Glycemic Index
34.63
Glycemic Load
15.85
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
7.1278260142907%

Flavonoids

Hesperetin
12.26mg
Naringenin
6.89mg
Luteolin
0.09mg
Kaempferol
0.06mg
Myricetin
0.07mg
Quercetin
0.2mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:235.35kcal
11.77%
Fat:6.42g
9.87%
Saturated Fat:2.73g
17.09%
Carbohydrates:41.72g
13.91%
Net Carbohydrates:39.03g
14.19%
Sugar:27.65g
30.73%
Cholesterol:6.84mg
2.28%
Sodium:136.05mg
5.92%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.28g
8.56%
Vitamin C:40.69mg
49.32%
Calcium:131.74mg
13.17%
Vitamin B1:0.18mg
12.15%
Vitamin B2:0.2mg
11.48%
Folate:43.81µg
10.95%
Fiber:2.69g
10.75%
Phosphorus:92.39mg
9.24%
Potassium:246.53mg
7.04%
Selenium:4.08µg
5.83%
Vitamin B12:0.29µg
4.87%
Vitamin B3:0.92mg
4.61%
Vitamin A:221.48IU
4.43%
Magnesium:16.43mg
4.11%
Vitamin B6:0.07mg
3.63%
Zinc:0.54mg
3.61%
Copper:0.04mg
1.92%
Vitamin B5:0.17mg
1.74%
Manganese:0.03mg
1.64%
Vitamin E:0.21mg
1.37%
Iron:0.18mg
1.02%
Source:Epicurious