Best 2 Chocolate Orange Cheesecakes Recipes
Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our tantalizing Chocolate Orange Cheesecake recipes. These delectable treats combine the rich decadence of chocolate with the vibrant zest of oranges, resulting in a harmonious balance of sweet and tangy sensations. Each recipe offers a unique variation on this classic dessert, ensuring there's something for every palate to savor. From the classic Chocolate Orange Cheesecake to the No-Bake version and even a gluten-free option, these recipes cater to various dietary preferences and skill levels. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey that will leave your taste buds dancing with delight.
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INDIVIDUAL ORANGE AND CHOCOLATE CHEESECAKES
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories dessert
Time 1h45m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Combine the crushed chocolate wafers and the melted butter. Place a tightly packed teaspoon of the wafer mixture into each mini-muffin cup and press down firmly.
- In a food processor combine the ricotta cheese, cream cheese, 1/4 cup of the sugar, half of the orange zest, and the egg. Blend until smooth. Lightly grease the sides of the mini muffin tin with butter. Fill the cups with about 1 1/2 tablespoons of the cheesecake mixture. Place the mini muffin tin in a baking dish and pour enough hot water in the baking dish to come halfway up the sides of the mini muffin tin. Bake for 25 minutes. Transfer the mini muffin tin to a wire rack and let cool for 30 minutes. Refrigerate for 15 minutes. Use a small knife to gently pop the cheesecakes out of the cups.
- Just before serving, combine the remaining orange zest with the remaining 2 tablespoons of sugar. Top each individual cheesecake with about 1/4 teaspoon of the orange zest mixture and serve.
CHOCOLATE ORANGE CHEESECAKES
Categories Cake Food Processor Cheese Chocolate Dessert Bake Orange Winter Chill Gourmet Kidney Friendly Vegetarian Pescatarian Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 12 individual cakes
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 350°F. Butter muffin cups.
- Grind wafers to a fine powder in a food processor.
- Mix together wafer crumbs, 2 tablespoons butter, and 2 tablespoons brown sugar in a bowl with a rubber spatula until combined well. Divide crumbs among muffin cups, then firmly press onto bottom and a little up side of each cup with your fingertips or with bottom of an 1/8-cup measure by twisting measure.
- Bake 5 minutes, then transfer to a rack and cool in muffin pan 10 minutes. Gently rotate crusts with your fingertips to loosen and turn out onto rack.
- Beat together cream cheese, zest, and remaining brown sugar (3 tablespoons plus 1/3 teaspoon) with an electric mixer at medium-high speed until fluffy. Beat cream in another bowl with cleaned beaters until it just holds stiff peaks. Stir about one third of whipped cream into cream cheese mixture to lighten, then gently fold in remaining whipped cream until just combined.
- Mound filling into crusts with a spoon (or pipe filling into crusts with a pastry bag) and serve, or chill until ready to serve.
Tips:
- Use high-quality chocolate: The quality of the chocolate you use will greatly impact the flavor of your cheesecake. Use a chocolate that you enjoy eating on its own, such as a dark chocolate with a cocoa content of at least 70%.
- Make sure your cream cheese is at room temperature: This will help it mix smoothly with the other ingredients and prevent lumps.
- Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing can cause the cheesecake to be dense and crumbly. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
- Bake the cheesecake in a water bath: This will help to prevent the cheesecake from cracking and will also help it to cook evenly.
- Chill the cheesecake for at least 4 hours before serving: This will allow the cheesecake to set properly and develop its full flavor.
Conclusion:
This chocolate orange cheesecake is a delicious and decadent dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its rich chocolate flavor and refreshing orange zest, this cheesecake is sure to be a hit. Whether you are making it for a special occasion or just for a weeknight treat, this cheesecake is sure to please everyone. So next time you are looking for a delicious and easy dessert, give this chocolate orange cheesecake a try.
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