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Chocolate Orange Cheesecake

This Chocolate Orange Cheesecake combines creamy cheesecake with zesty oranges and rich chocolate for a perfect balance of flavors.
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Préparation 20 minutes
Cuisson 1 heure
Temps total 1 heure 20 minutes
Portions: 8 servings
Plat: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Préparation Notes

Ingrédients
  

Crust Ingredients
  • 200 g digestive biscuits, crushed Crushed finely for a consistent crust.
  • 100 g unsalted butter, melted Use for binding the crust.
Cheesecake Filling Ingredients
  • 300 g cream cheese, softened Should be at room temperature.
  • 150 g caster sugar
  • 3 pieces eggs Add one at a time.
  • 200 ml double cream Adds richness.
  • 1 large orange, zest and juice Enhances the orange flavor.
  • 50 g dark chocolate, melted Gives depth of chocolate flavor.
  • 100 g orange-flavored milk chocolate, chopped Adds bursts of sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances overall flavor.
  • orange liqueur (optional) For added flavor depth.

Préparation
 

Preparation
  1. Gather all your ingredients at room temperature.
  2. Combine crushed digestive biscuits with melted butter in a mixing bowl until it resembles wet sand. Press evenly into the base of a greased and lined 9-inch springform pan.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese and caster sugar together until smooth and creamy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, beating thoroughly after each addition.
  5. Slowly stir in double cream until fully combined.
  6. Add zest and juice of one orange, then fold in melted dark chocolate and vanilla extract.
  7. Gently fold in chopped orange-flavored milk chocolate.
  8. If desired, add a splash of orange liqueur.
  9. Pour the cheesecake batter over the biscuit crust and smooth the top.
Baking and Cooling
  1. Bake in a preheated oven at 160°C (320°F) for 45 minutes to 1 hour until edges are set and center is slightly wobbly.
  2. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool inside with the door slightly ajar.
  3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.

Notes et conservation

Pair with fresh berries, whipped cream, or drizzle with chocolate sauce. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.