Chocolate Espresso-Orange Cheesecake with Grand Marnier Ganache and Candied Orange Peel
INGREDIENTS
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Crust:
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2/3 pkg of Trader Joe's Chocolate Joe-Joe's
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1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, melted
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1 Tbs granulated sugar (optional - I like the crunch!)
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1 tsp finely ground espresso beans
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Filling:
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4 ounces bittersweet (not unsweetened) or semisweet chocolate, chopped
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2 8-ounce packages cream cheese, room temperature
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3/4 cup sugar
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1/3 cup frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed (I used fresh squeezed OJ)
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1-2 Tbs finely grated orange peel
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2 tablespoons coffee liqueur (I used Kahlua)
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2 tablespoons Grand Marnier or other orange liqueur (I may have added a splash extra...)
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1 1/2 Tbs finely ground espresso beans
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3 large eggs
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Topping:
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1/3 cup whipping cream
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5 1/2 ounces bittersweet (not unsweetened) or semisweet chocolate, chopped
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3 tablespoons Grand Marnier
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Garnish:
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Candied Orange Peel (optional)
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Chocolate Covered Espresso Beans (optional)
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