Chocolate Orange Cheesecake Bars
Indulge in the luxurious fusion of citrus and chocolate with these Chocolate Orange Cheesecake Bars, a dessert that’s as sophisticated as it is irresistible. Featuring a rich, buttery Oreo cookie crust as the base, these bars are topped with a creamy cheesecake layer infused with fresh orange zest and juice, giving them a vibrant, zesty kick. The final flourish is a silky bittersweet chocolate topping that provides a decadent contrast to the tangy cheesecake. Perfectly portioned into hand-held bars, they are ideal for entertaining or as an elegant treat to keep stocked in your fridge. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a simple step-by-step process, these cheesecake bars are as easy to make as they are to devour. Whether for holidays, special occasions, or a casual dessert craving, these Chocolate Orange Cheesecake Bars are sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 20 pieces Oreo cookies
- 5 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 16 ounces Cream cheese
- 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon Orange zest
- 2 tablespoons Fresh orange juice
- 4 ounces Bittersweet chocolate
- 2 tablespoons Heavy cream
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal.
Place the Oreo cookies in a food processor and pulse until finely crushed. Transfer to a bowl and stir in melted butter until the crumbs are evenly coated.
Press the cookie mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of the prepared pan to form the crust. Bake for 10 minutes, then let cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar together until smooth and creamy using a hand or stand mixer on medium speed.
Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract, orange zest, and orange juice until fully incorporated.
Pour the cheesecake batter over the prepared crust, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven and let the bars cool in the oven with the door slightly ajar for 15 minutes.
Remove the pan from the oven and let the bars cool to room temperature. Then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to set completely.
Once the bars are chilled, prepare the chocolate topping by melting the bittersweet chocolate with the heavy cream in a microwave-safe bowl in 20-second increments, stirring in between until smooth.
Spread the melted chocolate evenly over the chilled cheesecake layer. Allow it to set for 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
Lift the cheesecake out of the pan using the parchment overhang, and cut into 12 bars using a sharp knife. Clean the knife between cuts for neat edges.
Serve chilled and enjoy your Chocolate Orange Cheesecake Bars!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
390 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.5 g | 34% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.4 g | 72% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 88 mg | 29% | |
| Sodium | 213 mg | 9% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.3 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.6 g | ||
| Protein | 4.5 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 56 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 139 mg | 3% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
