Orange Cheesecake with Caramel-Orange Sauce

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

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Looking for a dessert that perfectly balances rich, creamy texture with a burst of citrusy freshness? Look no further than this Orange Cheesecake with Caramel-Orange Sauce! This decadent treat is sure to impress your guests with its smooth, velvety cream cheese filling, infused with a zesty hint of orange peel and complemented by a touch of orange liqueur. But what truly makes this cheesecake stand out is the indulgent Caramel-Orange Sauce that adds a sweet and tangy finish to each bite.

The beauty of this recipe lies not only in its flavor but also in its simplicity. With just a few ingredients and easy steps, you can create a dessert that's both sophisticated and incredibly satisfying. The crispy graham cracker crust provides the perfect base, while the rich cheesecake filling delivers a melt-in-your-mouth experience. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or looking to treat yourself, this dessert is bound to be the star of the show.

Ready in just 45 minutes, this Orange Cheesecake with Caramel-Orange Sauce is a crowd-pleaser that combines the warmth of caramel with the brightness of citrus. Serve it up as the perfect sweet finale to any meal, and let your guests savor the balance of flavors that make this dessert unforgettable!

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