Chocolate Orange Delight
Indulge in the exquisite Chocolate Orange Delight, a no-bake layered dessert that perfectly marries the richness of chocolate with the refreshing zest of orange. This visually stunning treat features a crunchy chocolate cookie base topped with a creamy mousse and finished with a glossy orange glaze. Ideal for both special occasions and everyday indulgence, this dessert is sure to impress anyone who takes a bite. With its easy preparation and customizable elements, you can create a delightful experience that suits your taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup crushed chocolate cookies or brownie crumbs
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup cream cheese or Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup sugar or natural sweetener
- 1/2 cup melted dark chocolate
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
Instructions
- Prepare the Base: Combine crushed cookies and melted butter. Press into the bottom of a springform pan and chill.
- Make the Mousse: Whip heavy cream to soft peaks. Blend cream cheese (or yogurt), sugar, and melted chocolate until smooth. Fold in whipped cream and spread over chilled base. Refrigerate for an hour.
- Cook the Orange Glaze: Whisk orange juice, honey (or maple syrup), and cornstarch in a saucepan over medium heat until thickened. Cool slightly before pouring over mousse.
- Assemble: Once the glaze has set, decorate with fresh orange slices or zest before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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