Orange Chocolate Basque Cheesecake

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 160°C. Line an 18cm springform pan with parchment paper.

2. 2

   In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, and cocoa powder.

   Tip: Make sure to sift the dry ingredients to avoid lumps.

3. 3

   In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter until creamy. Add the eggs one by one, beating well after each addition.

4. 4

   Add the granulated sugar, orange juice, and orange zest to the butter mixture. Beat until well combined.

5. 5

   Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, beating until smooth.

6. 6

   Melt the dark chocolate in a double boiler. Allow it to cool slightly.

7. 7

   Fold the melted chocolate into the cheesecake batter until well combined.

   Tip: Be careful not to overmix.

8. 8

   Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.

9. 9

   Bake for 35 minutes. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely.

10. 10

    Pour the heavy cream into the cooled cheesecake and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.