Description
A rich and creamy chocolate orange cheesecake that combines silky dark chocolate with the bright, zesty flavor of fresh oranges. This show-stopping dessert can be made baked or no-bake, making it perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Crust:
200g (2 cups) graham cracker or digestive biscuit crumbs
100g (7 tbsp) unsalted butter, melted
For the Filling:
400g (14 oz) Philadelphia cream cheese (room temperature)
200g (7 oz) dark or semi-sweet chocolate, melted and cooled slightly
100ml (⅓ cup) heavy cream
100g (½ cup) granulated sugar
2 tsp orange zest
2 tbsp fresh orange juice
1 tsp vanilla extract
Optional Garnish:
Whipped cream
Chocolate curls
Candied orange peel
Instructions
Prepare the Crust:
Crush biscuits or graham crackers into fine crumbs and mix with melted butter. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a springform pan. Chill for 15 minutes to set.Make the Filling:
In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Add melted chocolate, orange zest, and orange juice. Blend until creamy and uniform.Add the Cream:
Whip heavy cream until soft peaks form, then fold gently into the chocolate-orange mixture to create a light, airy texture.Assemble the Cheesecake:
Pour filling over the chilled crust. Smooth the top using a spatula.For No-Bake Version:
Refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight for a firm, sliceable cheesecake.For Baked Version:
Bake at 325°F (160°C) for 55–60 minutes in a water bath. Let it cool gradually inside the oven with the door slightly open for a crack-free top. Chill for 4 hours before serving.Serve and Garnish:
Decorate with whipped cream, chocolate curls, or orange slices. Slice and enjoy!
Notes
Always use room-temperature ingredients to avoid lumps.
For a richer taste, use chocolate with at least 60% cocoa.
The no-bake version stays fresh up to 5 days in the refrigerator.
For a vegan option, replace cream cheese with dairy-free alternatives and butter with coconut oil.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes (baked version)
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking / No-Bake
- Cuisine: American / European
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/10 cheesecake)
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 32 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
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