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Prep Time: 25 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 25 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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A subtle orange-flavored filling contrasts nicely with a chocolate-crumb crust. Family and friends always comment on the wonderful flavor and color.Audrey Thibodeau, Gilbert, Arizona Ingredients:
1 cup chocolate wafer crumbs |
3 tablespoons butter, melted |
1/2 cup orange juice |
1 envelope unflavored gelatin |
3 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened |
3/4 cup sugar |
1 cup heavy whipping cream, whipped |
1 tablespoon grated orange peel |
mini chocolate chips and sliced orange wedges, optional |
Directions:
1. Combine crumbs and butter; press onto the bottom of an ungreased 9-in. springform pan. Bake at 350° for 10 minutes. Cool.
2. In a saucepan, combine orange juice and gelatin; let stand for 5 minutes. Cook and stir over low heat until gelatin is dissolved. Cool for 10 minutes.
3. Meanwhile, in a bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until light and fluffy; gradually add gelatin mixture. Beat on low until well mixed. Chill until partially set, about 3 minutes (watch carefully-mixture will set up quickly).
4. Gently fold in whipped cream and orange peel. Spoon into the crust. Chill for 6 hours or overnight. Just before serving, run a knife around edge of pan to loosen. Remove sides of pan. Garnish with chocolate chips and oranges if desired. Yield: 8-10 servings.
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