Chocolate Orange Cheesecake: The Best Indulgent Dessert Recipe
Indulge in this rich and creamy chocolate orange cheesecake, a perfect dessert for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup chocolate cookie crumbs
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 12 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix the chocolate cookie crumbs with melted butter and press into the bottom of a springform pan.
- In another bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla, sour cream, orange juice, and zest.
- Melt the chocolate chips and fold into the cream cheese mixture.
- Pour the cheesecake batter over the crust and smooth the top.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until the center is set. Allow to cool, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
- Serve with whipped cream and chocolate shavings on top for extra indulgence.
- Allow the cheesecake to reach room temperature before serving for best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 30 grams
- Sodium: 200 milligrams
- Fat: 30 grams
- Saturated Fat: 15 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 35 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 5 grams
- Cholesterol: 100 milligrams
Keywords: Chocolate Orange Cheesecake, Indulgent Dessert, Dessert Recipe