Chocolate Orange Cheesecake: A Decadent Dessert Sensation
Indulge in the luxurious flavors of Chocolate Orange Cheesecake, where rich chocolate and zesty orange combine to create a dessert that’s both decadent and refreshing. This creamy cheesecake is set atop a crunchy chocolate cookie crust, making it the perfect treat for any occasion, from celebrations to cozy nights in. Easy to make and customize, this cheesecake will have everyone asking for seconds!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups chocolate cookie crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- Zest and juice of 2 fresh oranges
- 8 oz dark chocolate, melted
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Combine chocolate cookie crumbs with melted butter in a bowl. Press mixture into the bottom of a springform pan and bake for 10 minutes. Allow to cool.
- In a mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese with sugar until smooth. Add orange zest and juice; mix well.
- Melt dark chocolate and gradually incorporate it into the cream cheese mixture until blended.
- In another bowl, whip heavy cream until soft peaks form; gently fold into the chocolate mixture.
- Pour filling over cooled crust and smooth the top. Refrigerate for at least four hours or overnight.
- Remove from springform pan, slice generously, and garnish as desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (125g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 90mg