Description
This indulgent Chocolate Orange Cheesecake Layer Cake combines the rich, deep flavor of chocolate with the fresh, citrusy notes of orange. Layers of moist chocolate cake are paired with a smooth and creamy orange cheesecake filling, making for a decadent dessert perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 box chocolate cake mix
- 3 eggs
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup water
- 2 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, eggs, vegetable oil, and water. Mix until well combined.
- Divide the batter evenly between the two prepared cake pans and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cakes to cool completely.
- In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, vanilla extract, orange zest, and orange juice until smooth.
- In another bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture.
- Place one of the chocolate cake layers on a serving platter and spread half of the cheesecake mixture on top. Place the second cake layer on top and spread the remaining cheesecake mixture over it.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
Notes
- You can garnish with extra orange zest or chocolate shavings for added decoration.
- If you prefer a more intense orange flavor, add a bit more orange zest or juice.
- This cake can be made a day in advance and kept refrigerated.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes