The Ultimate Coffee Lover’s Cheesecake Recipe
Indulge in the rich, velvety texture of the Ultimate Coffee Lover’s Cheesecake, a decadent dessert that combines creamy cheesecake with the bold flavors of espresso and coffee liqueur. Perfect for coffee enthusiasts, this cheesecake features a chocolatey graham cracker crust and a smooth coffee-infused filling, baked to perfection and chilled for a luscious finish.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Total Time: 7 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Filling
- 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup brewed espresso or strong coffee, cooled
- 1/4 cup coffee liqueur (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Garnish
- Chocolate shavings or coffee beans (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) to prepare for baking the cheesecake.
- Prepare the Crust: In a medium bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, cocoa powder, brown sugar, and melted butter until well combined. Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes, then allow it to cool completely.
- Beat the Cream Cheese: Using an electric mixer on medium speed, beat the softened cream cheese in a large bowl until smooth and creamy to ensure a lumpy-free filling.
- Add Sugar and Flavor: Gradually add granulated sugar while mixing, then incorporate vanilla extract and salt until well blended.
- Incorporate the Eggs: Add eggs one at a time on low mixer speed, mixing just until combined after each addition to avoid overmixing the batter.
- Mix in Coffee: Slowly pour the cooled espresso and optional coffee liqueur into the mixture and blend until smooth and creamy without lumps.
- Assemble the Cheesecake: Pour the coffee-infused filling over the cooled crust in the springform pan, smoothing the top with a spatula for an even surface.
- Bake the Cheesecake: Bake for 55-60 minutes until the edges are set but the center remains slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven and crack the door open, leaving the cheesecake inside to cool slowly for 1 hour.
- Chill: After cooling, refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to set and develop flavors fully.
- Serve: Remove the cheesecake carefully from the springform pan. Garnish with chocolate shavings or coffee beans if desired. Slice and serve chilled, enjoying the rich coffee flavor.
Notes
- Use room temperature cream cheese to avoid lumps in the filling.
- Allow the cheesecake to cool slowly in the oven to prevent cracking.
- If you do not have coffee liqueur, you can omit it; the espresso alone provides strong coffee flavor.
- For best results, chill the cheesecake overnight before serving.
- Use a water bath if you want an even creamier texture and to reduce the risk of cracks.
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