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Chocolate Orange Cheesecake

A rich and creamy baked cheesecake with a chocolate base, flavored intensely with fresh orange zest and juice.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Course Dessert
Servings 10

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
  • ½ cup unsalted butter melted
  • 2 cups cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • Zest of 1 large orange
  • ¼ cup fresh orange juice
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
  • In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Mix until well combined.
  • Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared springform pan to form the crust.
  • In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
  • Gradually add the granulated sugar and continue to beat until well combined.
  • Add the vanilla extract, and then incorporate the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
  • Mix in the sour cream, cocoa powder, orange zest, and orange juice until the batter is smooth and well combined.
  • Gently fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  • Pour the cheesecake batter over the prepared crust in the springform pan. Smooth the top with a spatula.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
  • Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside for an additional hour to cool gradually.
  • Remove the cheesecake from the oven and let it cool to room temperature.
  • Once cooled, refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.

Notes

Cool gradually in the oven after baking. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before slicing.
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