CHOCOLATE SWIRL CHEESECAKE

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The wonderful flavors of orange and chocolate combine in this creamy cheesecake.-Aida Babbel, Coquitlam, British Columbia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h40m

Yield 12-16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/3 cup graham cracker crumbs
4 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1-1/3 cups sugar
4 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons orange juice
2 teaspoons grated orange zest
3 ounces semisweet chocolate, melted
Whipped cream, optional

Steps:

  • Place a lightly greased 9-in. springform pan on a double thickness of heavy-duty foil (about 18 in. square). Securely wrap foil around pan. Sprinkle crumbs over bottom and sides of the pan; set aside. , In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined. Stir in orange juice and zest. Set aside 3/4 cup; pour remaining filling into pan. , Stir chocolate into reserved filling. Drop by spoonfuls over filling; cut through batter with a knife to swirl the chocolate. , Place springform pan in a large baking pan; add 1 in. of hot water to larger pan. Bake at 350° for 75-80 minutes or until center is just set and top appears dull., Remove springform pan from water bath. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; cool 1 hour longer. Refrigerate overnight. Serve with whipped cream if desired.

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