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    Vegan Chocolate Orange Cheesecake

    24/02/2018 by thebakingexplorer 30 Comments

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    This Vegan Chocolate Orange Cheesecake is a delicious treat that's dairy free and egg free! Most vegan recipes are super healthy, which is great, but I decided to make this more of a indulgent treat by adding a bourbon biscuit base. This cheesecake is super creamy, packed with chocolate orange flavour and so delicious! It would really impress at a dinner party. It'd also be sooo delicious with a dollop of coconut cream. I've tested this out on non-vegans and they loved it.

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    Vegan Chocolate Orange Cheesecake

    For the full recipe with measurements, head to the recipe card at the end of this post.

    How to make Vegan Chocolate Orange Cheesecake

    To make the bourbon biscuit base, use a food processor to blitz the biscuits into crumbs, add melted dairy free butter, and press the mixture into the bottom of the tin. Put it in the fridge to set.

    To make the filling, mix together the soaked cashews, orange juice, orange extract, cocoa powder, maple syrup and coconut milk. Blend the mixture in a food processor until smooth. Then add the melted coconut oil in stages, mixing it well between each addition. Pour the filling into the tin and smooth it on top. Put it in the freezer to set overnight.

    To make the chocolate orange segments, melt the dark chocolate, then stir in the orange extract and golden syrup, and pour it into a mould. Leave it to set in the fridge, then pop them out of the mould. I'm far too lazy to temper chocolate, but if you did it would give them a lovely shine!

    Once the cheesecake is set, let it come to fridge temperature so it is easier to slice. Then decorate it with some melted dark chocolate. Add the chocolate orange segments and some orange zest to serve.

    For the full recipe with measurements, head to the recipe card at the end of this post.

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    Vegan Chocolate Orange Cheesecake

    What are bourbon biscuits?

    Bourbon sandwich biscuits are a classic British biscuit. They are rectangular shaped with a chocolate cream filling sandwiched between two chocolate biscuits. They are named after a French royal family. They are also commonly vegan friendly! (Do check the label before you buy, but most bourbons are free from animal products).

    How do you make the orange segments for decoration?

    I used a chocolate mould that I bought online to make the segments. It only has 9 segments, but you can make them in batches. I used Callebaut dark chocolate as it is vegan, but you can use any vegan suitable chocolate. Melt the chocolate gently, I usually do this in the microwave but you can also do it in a glass bowl over simmering water. Microwave the chocolate for 30 seconds, then stir it, then blast in 10 second intervals, stirring between each one. If you like you can temper the chocolate. Then I added orange extract and mixed it in, you don't have to do this but it makes the chocolate taste very orangey and delicious! Pour or pipe the melted chocolate into the mould, then leave to set fully. Or you can use Buttermilk Orange Choccy Segments, or a square of Nomo Chocolate Orange Crunch Bar or the Galaxy Smooth Orange Chocolate Bar.

    More tips for making the Vegan Chocolate Orange Cheesecake:

    • If you can't find bourbon biscuits for the base, you can use oreos instead, or vegan suitable digestive biscuits. If you are using a biscuit that doesn't have a creme centre, you may need extra dairy free butter.
    • The cheesecake can be re-frozen after it has set - I recommended slicing it into portions beforehand - then you can defrost as required!
    • Instead of maple syrup, you could use agave nectar or another liquid sweetener.
    Vegan Chocolate Orange Cheesecake

    Troubleshooting

    My number one tip for getting the best results is to read through this whole page of tips and recommendations before starting, and follow the recipe exactly. If you have any questions about this recipe, or if something went wrong and you need help, please use the comment form below and I will get back to you. You can also get in touch with me on my Twitter, Instagram or Facebook. I'd love to hear from you!

    Recommended equipment & ingredients

    • 23cm Springform tin
    • Mixing bowls
    • Kitchen scales
    • Citrus juicer
    • Zester
    • Orange segment mould
    • Food processor

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    Vegan Chocolate Orange Cheesecake

    Vegan Chocolate Orange Cheesecake

    Chocolate orange cashew cheesecake
    5 from 6 votes
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    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: British
    Keyword: Cheesecake
    Prep Time: 30 minutes minutes
    Servings: 16
    Author: thebakingexplorer

    Ingredients

    For the base

    • 300 g Bourbon chocolate biscuits or Oreos if not available
    • 90 g Dairy free butter

    For the filling

    • 500 g Cashews soaked in water for 2 hours
    • 200 g Maple Syrup
    • 235 ml Coconut milk
    • 40 g Cocoa Powder
    • 100 ml Orange juice (1 orange)
    • ¼ tsp Salt
    • 2 tsp Orange extract
    • 140 g Coconut oil melted

    For the chocolate orange segments (makes 12)

    • 150 g Dark chocolate melted
    • 1 ½ tsp Orange extract
    • 1 tsp Golden syrup

    For decoration

    • 1 Orange zest only
    • 40 g Dark chocolate melted
    Metric - US Customary

    Instructions

    • Start with the biscuit base. Whiz up the biscuits into crumbs using a food processor (or bash with a rolling pin in a bowl or a freezer bag) add the melted dairy free butter to the crumbs and mix together
    • Press the mixture into the bottom of a 23cm springform tin using the back of a spoon. Put it in the fridge to set
    • To make the filling, mix together the cashews, orange juice, orange extract, cocoa powder, maple syrup and coconut milk
    • Use a food processor to make the ingredients into a super smooth mixture
    • Add the melted coconut oil in stages, mixing it well between each addition
    • Pour the filling into the tin and smooth it on top. Put it in the freezer to set overnight or for at least 4 hours
    • Make the chocolate orange segments by stirring the orange extract and golden syrup into the melted dark chocolate and pouring it into the mould. Set in the fridge, then pop out and store until ready to decorate
    • Once the cheesecake is set, decorate it with some melted dark chocolate drizzled on top, the chocolate orange segments and some orange zest
    • To serve, let it come to fridge temperature so it is easier to slice, it's also nicer to eat at fridge temperature. It must be stored in the fridge to keep it set. Portions can be frozen and eaten within a month
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    Nutrition

    Calories: 528kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 36g | Saturated Fat: 17g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 83mg | Potassium: 418mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 36IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 44mg | Iron: 4mg

    If you like this, check out more of my Vegan recipes!

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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Kate - gluten free alchemist

      February 25, 2018 at 6:56 pm

      What can I say? Not only healthy and vegan, but also stunningly presented! When I looked at the first photo I thought 'chocolate orange's have changed?!' Then I read you had made your own! How clever are you?!

      Reply
      • thebakingexplorer

        March 11, 2018 at 11:14 pm

        Haha thank you!

        Reply
    2. Filipa

      February 26, 2018 at 12:27 pm

      5 stars
      This looks beautiful and sounds amazing! We're not vegan but eat loads of vegan food. I look forward to giving this a go! x

      Reply
      • thebakingexplorer

        March 11, 2018 at 11:14 pm

        Let me know how it goes!

        Reply
    3. Of Goats and Greens

      February 26, 2018 at 3:30 pm

      Looks quite tasty!!! Thanks for bringing this recipe to Fiesta Friday.

      Reply
      • thebakingexplorer

        March 11, 2018 at 11:15 pm

        Thank you!

        Reply
    4. Jacqui Bellefontaine

      February 26, 2018 at 7:28 pm

      Such a pretty looking cheesecake. Chocolate and orange is always a good combination. Thank you for linking to #CookBlogShare

      Reply
      • thebakingexplorer

        March 11, 2018 at 11:16 pm

        I agree, thank you!

        Reply
    5. Antonia (Zoale)

      February 27, 2018 at 1:11 am

      Chocolate and orange are one my favorite sweet combinations. Thank you for sharing your delicious cake at Fiesta Friday!

      Reply
      • thebakingexplorer

        March 11, 2018 at 11:17 pm

        Me too, thank you!

        Reply
    6. Petra

      February 27, 2018 at 11:23 pm

      I think I have only made one vegan cake in my life. This looks great and I love the orange and chocolate combination, the chocolate segments looks great 🙂

      Reply
      • thebakingexplorer

        March 11, 2018 at 11:17 pm

        Thank you Petra!

        Reply
    7. [email protected]

      February 28, 2018 at 12:41 am

      So beautiful! I would have to save up all my fats for the day for a slice of this baby! I love the orange segments!

      Reply
      • thebakingexplorer

        March 11, 2018 at 11:19 pm

        Thank you so much!

        Reply
    8. Helen

      February 28, 2018 at 9:34 am

      Chocolate and Orange is one of my fave combinations, looks delish ?

      Reply
      • thebakingexplorer

        March 11, 2018 at 11:25 pm

        Me too Helen, thank you!

        Reply
    9. Lucy

      February 28, 2018 at 8:49 pm

      5 stars
      I’ve been wanting to try vegan cheesecake for a while and yours is the first recipe that sounds simple to make as well as looking delicious of course! I hope my blender is up to the job! Will be giving it a go soon.

      Reply
      • thebakingexplorer

        March 11, 2018 at 11:29 pm

        Thank you Lucy! It was really simple to make, let me know how it goes!

        Reply
    10. Lily

      March 01, 2018 at 2:07 pm

      5 stars
      Wow, I can't believe you made your own chocolate orange segments - looks store-bought (that's a compliment) Your cheesecake looks delicious and beautifully decorated as usual.

      Reply
      • thebakingexplorer

        March 11, 2018 at 11:31 pm

        Thank you so much Lily!

        Reply
    11. Choclette

      March 01, 2018 at 5:02 pm

      Your cheesecake sounds super scrummilicious Kat. And I'm super impressed that you made your own chocolate orange segments too. Thanks for sharing with #WeShouldCocoa.

      Reply
      • thebakingexplorer

        March 11, 2018 at 11:32 pm

        Thank you! 🙂

        Reply
    12. Mel

      March 02, 2018 at 9:47 am

      5 stars
      Oh gosh Kat, your cheesecake looks absolutely divine! I had no idea Oreos and Bourbons were dairy and egg-free! You learn every day 🙂 I love the fact you even made your cute little chocolate orange slices - it's all in the little touches, isn't it? xx Thanks for joining in with #FreeFromFridays.

      Reply
      • thebakingexplorer

        March 11, 2018 at 11:35 pm

        Thank you so much Mel! I'm so glad making my own segments was worth it 😀

        Reply
    13. Angela / Only Crumbs Remain

      March 02, 2018 at 10:48 am

      Wow Kat!! When I saw your pictures the other day I wondered where on earth you'd found the vegan chocolate orange segments - but now I know that you made your own! Genius! I love this it sounds amazing !
      Angela x

      Reply
      • thebakingexplorer

        March 11, 2018 at 11:34 pm

        Thank you Angela!

        Reply
        • Yvonne

          December 20, 2023 at 6:06 pm

          5 stars
          I've made this cheesecake a few times now and it's well loved by everyone vegan or not. Just made another ready for Christmas, it's just gone in the freezer. I don't have orange segment moulds but I have stars . I thought they'd be festive. Can't wait for Christmas now.🎅

          Reply
          • thebakingexplorer

            December 20, 2023 at 11:20 pm

            Thank you so much for the lovely review Yvonne! Happy Christmas!

            Reply
    14. Rebecca

      March 02, 2018 at 11:27 am

      5 stars
      Right! first of all I need that chocolate mould in my life! Secondly I need to make this cake...just for me. I love, love, LOVE chocolate and orange and you have made me one happy lassy!

      Reply
      • thebakingexplorer

        March 11, 2018 at 11:33 pm

        Oh I'm so glad Rebecca! I hope you get to make this for yourself soon 🙂

        Reply

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