Elegant Orange Blossom Cheesecake Recipe

Name: Elegant Orange Blossom Cheesecake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups crushed gingersnap cookies (about 60 cookies); 2 teaspoons plus 2 tablespoons grated orange zest, divided; 1/3 cup butter, melted; 1-1/2 cups orange juice; 1/3 cup sliced fresh gingerroot; 4 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened; 2/3 cup sugar; 6 ounces white baking chocolate, melted; 1 tablespoon vanilla extract; 4 large eggs, lightly beaten; 3 cups water; 1-1/2 cups sugar; 2 small navel oranges, thinly sliced

Servings: persons

3 cups crushed gingersnap cookies (about 60 cookies)
2 teaspoons plus 2 tablespoons grated orange zest, divided
1/3 cup butter, melted
1-1/2 cups orange juice
1/3 cup sliced fresh gingerroot
4 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
2/3 cup sugar
6 ounces white baking chocolate, melted
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
4 large eggs, lightly beaten
3 cups water
1-1/2 cups sugar
2 small navel oranges, thinly sliced

1
Place a greased 9-in. springform pan on a double thickness of heavy-duty foil (about 18 in. square). Securely wrap foil around pan.
2
In a large bowl, combine crumbs, 2 teaspoons orange zest and butter. Press onto bottom and 2-in. up sides of prepared pan.
3
In a large saucepan, combine orange juice and ginger; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until syrupy and reduced to about 3 tablespoons. Strain and discard ginger.
4
In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Beat in ginger syrup, melted chocolate, vanilla and remaining orange zest. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined. Pour into crust. Place springform pan in a large baking pan; add 1 in. of hot water to larger pan.
5
Bake at 325u00b0 for 70-80 minutes or until center is just set and top appears dull. Remove springform pan from water bath; remove foil. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; cool 1 hour longer. Refrigerate overnight.
6
For candied orange slices, in a large skillet, combine water and sugar. Cook and stir over medium heat until sugar is completely dissolved. Add orange slices. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer for 45 minutes or until translucent. Drain oranges on a wire rack; arrange in a single layer on waxed paper to dry.
7
Remove sides of pan. Top cheesecake with candied orange slices. Refrigerate leftovers.

1618

kcal

Calories

109

Fat

136

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups crushed gingersnap cookies (about 60 cookies), 2 teaspoons plus 2 tablespoons grated orange zest, divided, 1/3 cup butter, melted, 1-1/2 cups orange juice, and more.

Yes, Elegant Orange Blossom Cheesecake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Elegant Orange Blossom Cheesecake

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