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A delicious slice of Chocolate Orange Cheesecake topped with orange zest and cocoa powder.

Chocolate Orange Cheesecake

A creamy and indulgent cheesecake that combines the rich flavors of chocolate with the bright zest of fresh oranges, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert, Sweet
Cuisine: American, Baked
Calories: 410
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter, melted
  • 0.25 cups sugar
Filling
  • 4 packages (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cups sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4 large eggs
  • 0.5 cups sour cream
  • 0.25 cups freshly squeezed orange juice
  • Zest of 1 orange
  • 8 ounces dark chocolate, melted

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
  3. In another bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  5. Mix in sour cream, orange juice, and orange zest until well blended.
  6. Fold in the melted dark chocolate until fully incorporated.
Baking
  1. Pour the cheesecake batter over the prepared crust in the springform pan.
  2. Bake for about 55-60 minutes, or until the center is set but slightly jiggly.
Cooling and Serving
  1. Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour.
  2. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
  3. Serve with whipped cream, fresh berries, or a drizzle of warm chocolate sauce.

Notes

To prevent cracking, use a water bath during baking by wrapping the outside of the springform pan with aluminum foil. For a stronger orange flavor, add an extra tablespoon of orange zest.