ORANGE CHIP CHEESECAKE

Orange Chip Cheesecake image

I love to adapt and mix recipes, which led to the creation of this creamy treat many years ago. It came to mind immediately when I was planning the orange theme menu. In this case, the distinctive citrus flavor is complemented by chocolate! -Susan West North Grafton, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

12 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sugar
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon orange extract
3/4 to 1 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips
1 chocolate crumb crust or graham cracker crust (9 inches)
TOPPING:
1-1/2 cups sour cream
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
Additional chocolate chips

Steps:

In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs, beat on low speed just until combined. Stir in salt and orange extract just until blended. Fold in chocolate chips. Pour filling over crust. Bake at 375° for 20 minutes or until center is almost set. Remove from the oven; increase temperature to 425°., In a large bowl, combine the sour cream, sugar and vanilla; spread over cheesecake. Bake 5 minutes longer. Cool on a wire rack for 15 minutes. Refrigerate overnight. Just before serving, garnish with oranges and additional chocolate chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 519 calories, Fat 33g fat (19g saturated fat), Cholesterol 128mg cholesterol, Sodium 417mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (39g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g protein.