Chocolate Valencia Pie

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INGREDIENTS :

1 cup (6 ounces) semisweet chocolate chips
1/3 cup milk
4 ounces cream cheese
1 Tablespoon grated orange zest
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 (8-inch) chocolate cookie crumb pie shell

TO PREPARE:

Combine the chocolate chips and milk in a microwave-safe 1-quart bowl. Microwave on High for 1 to 2 minutes or until blended; stir. Add the cream cheese and orange zest. Beat with an electric mixer until smooth. Let stand until cool. Beat the whipping cream in a mixing bowl until stiff peaks form. Fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture. Spoon the chocolate filling into the pie shell. Freeze, covered, for 4 hours or until firm. Let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes before serving. Garnish with dollops of additional whipped cream, chocolate curls and/or orange slices.