Elegant Orange Blossom Cheesecake
"The aroma of orange zest hints at how heavenly this delicate cheesecake tastes. Gingersnap cookie crumbs make a distinctive crust, while glazed orange slices become a blossomlike topping. —Sharon Delaney-Chronis, South Milwaukee, Wisconsin..."
INGREDIENTS
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3 cups crushed gingersnap cookies (about 60 cookies)
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2 teaspoons plus 2 tablespoons grated orange zest, divided
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1/3 cup butter, melted
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1-1/2 cups orange juice
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1/3 cup sliced fresh gingerroot
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4 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
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2/3 cup sugar
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6 ounces white baking chocolate, melted
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1 tablespoon vanilla extract
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4 large eggs, lightly beaten
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CANDIED ORANGE SLICES:
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3 cups water
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1-1/2 cups sugar
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2 small navel oranges, thinly sliced
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