Chocolate Orange Cheesecake
Indulge in the delightful fusion of rich chocolate and zesty orange with this Chocolate Orange Cheesecake. Each creamy slice offers a perfect blend of flavors, making it an ideal dessert for any occasion. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, this cheesecake is bound to impress at gatherings or as a sweet treat for yourself. Experience the smooth texture and vibrant taste that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups crushed chocolate cookies
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened (2 blocks)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup sour cream
- Zest of 1 large orange
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tbsp agar-agar (gelatin alternative)
- Dark chocolate shavings
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Mix crushed chocolate cookies with melted butter in a bowl. Press into the bottom of a springform pan and bake for 10 minutes until slightly firm.
- In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese with an electric mixer until smooth. Gradually add sugar, then mix in sour cream, vanilla extract, cocoa powder, and orange zest until silky smooth.
- Dissolve agar-agar in three tablespoons of water over low heat for about five minutes, then mix into the cream cheese mixture.
- Pour the filling over the baked crust and smooth the top to eliminate air bubbles.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least four hours or overnight before serving.
- Carefully release from the springform pan and garnish with dark chocolate shavings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 65mg