Description
Indulge in the delightful fusion of rich chocolate and zesty orange with this no-bake Chocolate Orange Delight. This luxurious layered dessert features a crunchy chocolate cookie base topped with a creamy mousse and finished with a glossy orange glaze. Perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a birthday celebration or a simple evening treat, this recipe is not only easy to follow but also incredibly satisfying. With no baking required, you can enjoy this refreshing dessert without the heat of the oven, making it an ideal choice for warmer days. Customize your creation with various toppings to suit your taste, and impress your guests with this elegant yet simple dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup crushed chocolate cookies or brownie crumbs
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup cream cheese or Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup sugar or natural sweetener
- 1/2 cup melted dark chocolate
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- Fresh orange slices or zest
Instructions
- Prepare the Base: Mix crushed cookies and melted butter, then press into a springform pan. Chill while preparing the mousse.
- Make the Mousse: Whip heavy cream until soft peaks form. Blend cream cheese (or Greek yogurt), sugar, and melted dark chocolate until smooth, then fold in whipped cream.
- Cook the Orange Glaze: Combine orange juice, honey, and cornstarch in a saucepan over medium heat until thickened.
- Assemble: Spread mousse over chilled base, pour glaze on top once cooled, and refrigerate until set. Garnish before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: Contemporary
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg