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Chocolate Orange Cheesecake

Chocolate Orange Cheesecake: Indulge in Citrus Bliss

This Chocolate Orange Cheesecake combines rich chocolate and zesty orange for an indulgent dessert experience.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 24 oz Cream Cheese Use full-fat for optimal richness.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens the filling.
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream Whip until soft peaks form.
  • 8 oz Dark Chocolate Add depth of flavor.
  • 2 large Fresh Oranges Juice and zest are used.
For the Crust
  • 2 cups Graham Cracker Crumbs Forms a crunchy crust base.
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter Binds the crust ingredients.

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan
  • Electric mixer
  • Microwave-safe bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Combine graham cracker crumbs with melted unsalted butter until evenly moistened. Press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes until lightly golden, then cool completely.
  2. Beat room temperature cream cheese on medium speed until smooth. Gradually add granulated sugar while mixing. Mix in freshly grated orange zest and juice until cohesive.
  3. Melt dark chocolate and allow to cool slightly. Fold into the cream cheese mixture gently.
  4. Whip heavy whipping cream until soft peaks form. Gently fold into the cream cheese and chocolate mixture.
  5. Pour the filling into the cooled crust and smooth the top with a spatula. Tap the pan gently to eliminate air bubbles.
  6. Cover the springform pan and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
  7. Remove the cheesecake from the fridge, drizzle melted chocolate over the top, and garnish with orange slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 5mg

Notes

For the best results, refrigerate the cheesecake overnight to enhance the flavor and ensure a perfect sliceable texture.

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