Chocolate Orange Cheesecake
This Chocolate Orange Cheesecake combines creamy cheesecake with zesty oranges and rich chocolate for a perfect balance of flavors.
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.
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients at room temperature.
- 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.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese and caster sugar together until smooth and creamy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating thoroughly after each addition.
- Slowly stir in double cream until fully combined.
- Add zest and juice of one orange, then fold in melted dark chocolate and vanilla extract.
- Gently fold in chopped orange-flavored milk chocolate.
- If desired, add a splash of orange liqueur.
- Pour the cheesecake batter over the biscuit crust and smooth the top.
Baking and Cooling
- 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.
- Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool inside with the door slightly ajar.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
Notes
Pair with fresh berries, whipped cream, or drizzle with chocolate sauce. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.