Mary Berry Chocolate Orange Cheesecake
Mary Berry’s chocolate orange cheesecake is a chilled cheesecake that blends cream cheese, melted chocolate, and orange zest for a fresh, aromatic finish. Inspired by Mary Berry’s calm, practical style, the recipe focuses on smooth texture, clear flavors, and dependable results using straightforward steps.
- Prep Time: 20
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-bake
- Cuisine: British
Ingredients
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Digestive biscuits – 200 g, finely crushed
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Butter – 100 g, melted
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Full-fat cream cheese – 600 g
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Dark chocolate – 200 g, melted and cooled slightly
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Icing sugar – 75 g, sifted
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Double cream – 300 ml
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Orange zest – from 1 large orange
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Orange juice – 1 tablespoon
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Vanilla extract – 1 teaspoon
Instructions
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Prepare the base – Combine crushed biscuits with melted butter and press firmly into the tin.
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Chill the base – Refrigerate for about 20 minutes until firm.
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Melt the chocolate – Melt gently and leave to cool slightly.
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Soften the cream cheese – Beat until smooth and lump-free.
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Sweeten and flavour – Mix in icing sugar, vanilla, orange zest, and juice.
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Add the chocolate – Stir in melted chocolate until evenly combined.
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Whip the cream – Beat to soft peaks in a separate bowl.
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Fold carefully – Gently fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture.
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Set and chill – Spoon over the base, smooth the top, and chill until firm.