Chocolate Orange Cheesecake: The Best Indulgent Dessert Recipe
Indulge in the rich and zesty flavors of this Chocolate Orange Cheesecake, perfect for any occasion.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 cup chocolate cookies, crushed
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup sour cream
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate, melted
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a bowl, mix crushed chocolate cookies with melted butter and press into the bottom of a springform pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- Add the sour cream, eggs, vanilla extract, and orange zest, mixing until fully combined.
- Stir in the melted dark chocolate and mix well.
- Pour the cheesecake batter over the crust in the springform pan.
- Bake for 55-60 minutes or until the center is set.
- Let it cool, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
- For a stronger orange flavor, increase the orange zest to 2 tablespoons.
- Top with chocolate ganache for extra indulgence.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Chocolate Orange Cheesecake, dessert, indulgent dessert recipe