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Chocolate Orange Delight

Chocolate Orange Delight: Your Irresistible No-Bake Dessert Fix

Chocolate Orange Delight is a no-bake layered dessert combining rich chocolate and refreshing orange flavors that will leave you wanting more.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 cups crushed chocolate cookies or brownie crumbs graham cracker crumbs can be used as a substitution
  • ½ cup melted butter use dairy-free butter for a lactose-free option
For the Mousse Layer
  • 1 cup heavy cream coconut cream can be used as a dairy-free alternative
  • 8 ounces cream cheese or Greek yogurt silken tofu is a vegan option
  • ½ cup sugar or natural sweetener adjust to taste
  • 6 ounces melted dark chocolate white chocolate can be used as a twist
For the Orange Glaze
  • ¾ cup fresh orange juice lemon or lime juices can be substituted
  • ¼ cup honey or maple syrup agave syrup can be used as an alternative
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch arrowroot powder can be used as an alternative thickener
  • to taste fresh orange slices or zest can substitute with lemon or lime slices

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • small saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Combine the crushed chocolate cookies or brownie crumbs with melted butter in a bowl. Press mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  2. Whip the heavy cream in a bowl until soft peaks form. Blend the cream cheese (or Greek yogurt), sugar, and melted dark chocolate until smooth. Fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture. Spread the mousse over the crust and refrigerate for 2-3 hours.
  3. In a saucepan, whisk orange juice, honey, and cornstarch over medium heat until thickened, about 4-5 minutes. Pour over the set mousse layer and cool slightly.
  4. Run a knife around the edges of the pan, release dessert, and transfer to a serving plate. Garnish with fresh orange slices or zest. Serve chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze in an airtight container for up to 1 month. Thaw in the refrigerator before serving.

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