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Decadent chocolate orange cheesecake layer cake garnished with orange slices and chocolate shavings.

Chocolate Orange Cheesecake Layer Cake

A delicious and visually stunning layer cake combining rich chocolate cake with creamy cheesecake and a zesty orange flavor, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Cake, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 16 oz cream cheese Softened
  • 1 cup sugar Granulated
  • 3 large eggs Room temperature
  • 1 tbsp orange zest Freshly grated
For the Chocolate Cake Layers
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup cocoa powder Unsweetened
  • 1.5 cups sugar Granulated
  • 1 tbsp baking powder
  • 4 large eggs Room temperature
For Assembly and Decoration
  • 1 cup whipped cream For topping
  • 1 orange sliced For decoration

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Gather all the ingredients needed for both the cheesecake and the chocolate cake layers.
  2. Preheat your oven and prepare a springform pan for the cheesecake.
Cheesecake Filling
  1. Beat the cream cheese and sugar together until smooth.
  2. Add the eggs and orange zest, mixing well.
  3. Pour the mixture into the prepared springform pan and bake until set.
  4. Allow the cheesecake to cool completely before removing it from the pan.
Chocolate Cake Layers
  1. Prepare the chocolate cake batter by combining flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and eggs.
  2. Divide the batter into two greased round cake pans.
  3. Bake until a toothpick comes out clean.
Assembly
  1. Once everything has cooled, place the first chocolate layer on a cake plate.
  2. Spread a layer of the cheesecake filling on top, then add the second chocolate layer.
  3. Finish with more cheesecake on top.
Decoration and Serving
  1. For the decoration, add whipped cream and orange slices on top.
  2. Refrigerate the cake for a few hours or overnight before cutting and serving.

Notes

Be sure to let the cheesecake cool completely before assembling to prevent melting. Use high-quality chocolate and fresh oranges for the best flavor. You can make cheesecake a day in advance and assemble the cake later.