Description
Indulge in the rich and zesty delight of Chocolate Orange Cheesecake, a dessert that perfectly balances creamy chocolate with refreshing orange notes. This cheesecake is ideal for festive gatherings or cozy nights in, impressing guests and loved ones alike. With a luscious chocolate ganache topping and a crumbly nut crust, this treat is not only decadent but also surprisingly simple to prepare. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply craving something sweet, this Chocolate Orange Cheesecake will satisfy your taste buds and leave everyone asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup chopped macadamia nuts
- 4 tablespoons melted butter
- 3 blocks cream cheese (24 oz total)
- 1 cup sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons orange extract
- 8 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, macadamia nuts, melted butter, sugar, and vanilla bean paste. Press into a springform pan for the crust.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in heavy cream, orange extract, and food color if desired.
- Pour filling over the crust and bake for about 60 minutes until set with a slight jiggle in the center. Cool gradually to prevent cracks.
- For the ganache, heat heavy cream until simmering and pour over chocolate chips; stir until smooth and add melted butter.
- Once the cheesecake has cooled completely, pour ganache over it and chill until set.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 215mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 90mg