Supreme Chocolate Cheesecake

This Supreme Chocolate Cheesecake is a decadent dessert that combines the creamy richness of cream cheese with the deep, velvety flavor of semi-sweet chocolate. The base is a sturdy, buttery crust made from crushed chocolate cookies, providing the perfect contrast to the soft, dense filling. Topped with a luscious chocolate-orange frosting, every bite is a balance of sweet, tart, and citrusy notes. Its an elegant yet approachable treat perfect for birthdays, holidays, or any special occasion where you want to impress guests. The texture is smooth and luxurious, setting firmly in the fridge for clean slices. A true crowd-pleaser that feels homemade despite its sophisticated appearance.

Cooking Method: Baking

Cuisine: Global

Courses: Desserts

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 12

Calories: 218.0

Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegetarian

Description

This Supreme Chocolate Cheesecake is a decadent dessert that combines the creamy richness of cream cheese with the deep, velvety flavor of semi-sweet chocolate. The base is a sturdy, buttery crust made from crushed chocolate cookies, providing the perfect contrast to the soft, dense filling. Topped with a luscious chocolate-orange frosting, every bite is a balance of sweet, tart, and citrusy notes. Its an elegant yet approachable treat perfect for birthdays, holidays, or any special occasion where you want to impress guests. The texture is smooth and luxurious, setting firmly in the fridge for clean slices. A true crowd-pleaser that feels homemade despite its sophisticated appearance.

Ingredients

3 package (8-oz ea) cream cheese,
1 can (14-oz) sweetened condensed milk
3 large eggs
1 bag (12-oz) semi-sweet chocolate chips
16 cream-filled chocolate cookies, crushed
1/4 cup margarine, melted
1/3 cup margarine, softened
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 package (6-oz) semi-sweet chocolate pieces, melted
2 tablespoons orange-flavored liqueur

Directions

1
Preheat oven to 300F (150C).
2
Combine crushed cookies and 1/4 cup melted margarine; press firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
3
In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sweetened condensed milk at medium speed until smooth and well blended.
4
Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition until just incorporated.
5
Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
6
Pour the filling over the prepared crust in the pan.
7
Bake at 300F (149C) for 1 hour and 10 minutes, or until the center is almost set.
8
Loosen the cake from the rim of the pan and let cool completely before removing the rim.
9
For the frosting, beat 1/3 cup softened margarine and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
10
Mix in the melted chocolate pieces and orange-flavored liqueur until smooth.
11
Spread the frosting over the top and sides of the cooled cheesecake.
12
Chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

Amount Per Serving
Calories 218.0kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 21.7g34%
Saturated Fat 13.4g67%
Cholesterol 55.5mg19%
Sodium 204.6mg9%
Total Carbohydrate 2.0g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 1.1g
Protein 3.8g8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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