Chocolate Orange Delight
Indulge in the exquisite layers of Chocolate Orange Delight, a no-bake dessert that beautifully marries rich chocolate with refreshing orange zest. This delightful treat features a crunchy chocolate cookie base topped with a smooth, creamy mousse and finished with a glossy orange glaze. Perfect for special occasions or simply as an everyday indulgence, this layered dessert is sure to impress your guests and satisfy your sweet tooth. Easy to make and visually stunning, Chocolate Orange Delight is a must-try for any chocolate lover seeking a citrus twist.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup crushed chocolate cookies
- 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: Mix crushed cookies with melted butter and press firmly into a springform pan. Chill while preparing the mousse.
- Make the Mousse: Whip heavy cream until soft peaks form. Blend cream cheese (or yogurt), sugar, and melted chocolate until smooth. Fold in whipped cream gently and spread over the chilled base. Refrigerate for at least one hour.
- Cook the Orange Glaze: Whisk together orange juice, honey (or maple syrup), and cornstarch in a saucepan over medium heat until thickened (about 5 minutes). Cool slightly before pouring over the mousse layer.
- Garnish: Once set, decorate with fresh orange slices or zest before slicing and serving chilled.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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