Name: Chocolate Orange Cheesecake
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 1 h 5 min
Total time: 2 h
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 ½ cups chocolate cookie crumbs (about 20-25 cookies); ½ cup unsalted butter, melted; 2 cups cream cheese, at room temperature; 1 cup granulated sugar; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 3 large eggs; ½ cup sour cream; ½ cup heavy cream; ½ cup orange juice (freshly squeezed); 2 tablespoons orange zest (from about 2 oranges); 8 ounces dark chocolate, melted and slightly cooled; Pinch of salt

Description

A delightful dessert combining rich chocolate flavors with a hint of fresh orange, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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1 ½ cups chocolate cookie crumbs (about 20–25 cookies)
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
2 cups cream cheese, at room temperature
1 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 large eggs
½ cup sour cream
½ cup heavy cream
½ cup orange juice (freshly squeezed)
2 tablespoons orange zest (from about 2 oranges)
8 ounces dark chocolate, melted and slightly cooled
Pinch of salt

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
Grease a 9-inch springform pan and wrap the outside with aluminum foil.
In a mixing bowl, combine chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter, then press into the bottom of the springform pan.
Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then let it cool.
In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth, around 3-4 minutes.
Add the vanilla extract, then mix in the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Add the sour cream, heavy cream, orange juice, orange zest, melted chocolate, and a pinch of salt, mixing until smooth.
Pour the batter over the cooled crust in the springform pan.
Prepare a water bath by placing the springform pan in a larger dish filled with hot water halfway up the sides.
Bake for 55-65 minutes until the edges are set with a slightly jiggly center.
Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven for 1 hour.
Remove the cheesecake from the water bath and let it cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Remove the sides of the springform pan, slice, and garnish as desired.

Notes

Serve with whipped cream, fresh orange slices, or a drizzle of chocolate sauce.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 65 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 400
Sugar: 25g
Sodium: 300mg
Fat: 26g
Saturated Fat: 15g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 105mg