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Chocolate Orange Cheesecake

Savor the Luxurious Chocolate Orange Cheesecake Delight

This Chocolate Orange Cheesecake combines rich chocolate and zesty orange, perfect for any gathering.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: French
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese full-fat for the best flavor
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar adds sweetness
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream for rich creaminess
  • 8 oz Dark Chocolate (60-70% cocoa) a robust chocolate flavor
  • 2 large Oranges zest and juice
For the Crust
  • 1.5 cups Graham Cracker Crumbs gluten-free option available
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter melted

Equipment

  • Springform Pan
  • mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • microwave-safe bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare the crust by combining graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press into the bottom of a springform pan and bake for 10 minutes.
  2. Beat room temperature cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth. Gradually add sugar and mix in the zest and juice of the oranges.
  3. Melt dark chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl; allow it to cool slightly before folding it into the cheesecake filling.
  4. Whip heavy whipping cream until soft peaks form, then fold it into the chocolate-orange mixture.
  5. Pour the filling into the cooled crust, smooth the top, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  6. Garnish with melted chocolate and orange slices before slicing and serving chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use room temperature ingredients and chill overnight for improved flavor and texture.

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