Orange Cheesecake with Caramel-Orange Sauce

Vegetarian
Health score
1%
Orange Cheesecake with Caramel-Orange Sauce
45 min.
10
673kcal

Suggestions


Indulge your senses with a delightful treat that perfectly balances the creamy richness of cheesecake with the bright, zesty flavor of orange. Our Orange Cheesecake with Caramel-Orange Sauce is a celestial dessert that will impress any guest and leave everyone asking for seconds. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply treating yourself after a long week, this dessert is designed to please.

Imagine a light and fluffy cheesecake, infused with the vibrant essence of freshly grated orange peel and a splash of orange liqueur, all resting atop a buttery graham cracker crust. The warm notes of caramel add an irresistible twist, creating a luscious sauce that perfectly complements each slice of cheesecake. It's a dish that marries comfort with elegance, making it the ideal finale to any meal.

What makes this recipe even more appealing is its straightforward preparation. In just 45 minutes, you can whip up a dessert that serves 10. Plus, it caters to vegetarians, ensuring that everyone can enjoy this exquisite sweet. So, gather your ingredients, and let’s embark on a delightful baking adventure that promises to bring a smile to your face and warmth to your heart.

Ingredients

  • 10 servings mrs richardson's butterscotch caramel sauce 
  • 32 ounce cream cheese room temperature
  • large eggs 
  • 11  graham crackers whole
  • tablespoons orange liqueur 
  • teaspoons orange zest finely grated
  • 1.3 cups sugar 
  • 0.3 cup butter unsalted melted ()
  • teaspoons vanilla extract 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • knife
  • hand mixer
  • springform pan

Directions

  1. Position rack in center of oven; preheat to 450°F. Grind crackers and sugar in processor until fine crumbs form.
  2. Add butter; process until crumbs are slightly moist. Press onto bottom (not sides) of 9-inch-diameter springform pan with 2 1/2-inch-high sides.
  3. Bake until set, about 12 minutes.
  4. Transfer to rack; cool completely. Maintain oven temperature.
  5. Using electric mixer, beat cream cheese and sugar in large bowl until smooth.
  6. Add eggs, liqueur, orange peel and vanilla. Beat just until blended.
  7. Pour filling into crust-lined pan.
  8. Bake cake 15 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 300°F.
  9. Bake until cake is puffed, outer 2-inch edge is set and center moves just slightly when shaken, about 55 minutes longer.
  10. Transfer cake to rack. Run knife around pan sides to loosen; cool. Chill cheesecake overnight. (Can be made 2 days ahead. Cover; keep chilled.)
  11. Serve with Caramel-Orange Sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Calories673kcal
Protein6.47%
Fat53.41%
Carbs40.12%

Properties

Glycemic Index
17.11
Glycemic Load
28.26
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
8.9908695376438%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:672.6kcal
33.63%
Fat:40.3g
62.01%
Saturated Fat:22.42g
140.15%
Carbohydrates:68.12g
22.71%
Net Carbohydrates:67.49g
24.54%
Sugar:58.03g
64.48%
Cholesterol:215.43mg
71.81%
Sodium:566.7mg
24.64%
Alcohol:1.45g
100%
Alcohol %:0.85%
100%
Protein:10.99g
21.98%
Vitamin A:1562.37IU
31.25%
Selenium:17.77µg
25.39%
Vitamin B2:0.39mg
23.05%
Phosphorus:205.07mg
20.51%
Calcium:139.93mg
13.99%
Vitamin B5:1.05mg
10.52%
Vitamin B12:0.55µg
9.14%
Vitamin E:1.25mg
8.33%
Zinc:1.15mg
7.68%
Folate:30.62µg
7.65%
Iron:1.29mg
7.15%
Potassium:221.36mg
6.32%
Vitamin B6:0.12mg
5.97%
Magnesium:23.42mg
5.85%
Vitamin B1:0.07mg
4.65%
Vitamin D:0.69µg
4.57%
Vitamin B3:0.71mg
3.54%
Fiber:0.63g
2.52%
Copper:0.05mg
2.43%
Vitamin K:2.39µg
2.28%
Manganese:0.04mg
2.11%
Vitamin C:1.56mg
1.89%
Source:Epicurious