Description
Indulge in the rich and velvety experience of Creamy Coffee Cheesecake, a delightful dessert that combines bold coffee flavors with a smooth, creamy texture. This luxurious cheesecake is perfect for any occasion, from elegant dinner parties to cozy family gatherings. Featuring a crunchy Oreo crust and topped with luscious chocolate ganache and fluffy coffee whipped cream, this dessert is sure to impress anyone who takes a bite. Not only does it satisfy your sweet tooth, but it’s also easy to prepare, making it a fantastic choice for bakers of all skill levels. Whether you serve it with fresh berries or alongside a warm cup of herbal tea, this cheesecake promises an unforgettable treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 30 Oreo cookies (crumbs)
- 24 oz cream cheese (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup sour cream (room temperature)
- 3 eggs (room temperature)
- 3.5 oz dark chocolate
- 2/3 cup heavy cream (cold)
- 1/2 tsp espresso powder
- 1/3 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 egg yolk (room temperature)
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp espresso powder for filling
- 1/2 tsp espresso powder for ganache
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and prepare a springform pan with parchment paper.
- In a food processor, pulse Oreos into fine crumbs. Mix with espresso powder and melted butter, then press into the bottom of the springform pan.
- Bake the crust for 8 minutes and let cool.
- Lower the oven temperature to 140°C (280°F). In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, sugar, sour cream, and vanilla until creamy. Add eggs one at a time while mixing gently.
- Sift in cornstarch and espresso powder; mix until just combined.
- Pour cheesecake batter over the crust and bake for about an hour until edges are set.
- Allow to cool in the oven with the door ajar for 1-2 hours before refrigerating for at least 5 hours.
- Prepare chocolate ganache by melting dark chocolate with heavy cream and espresso powder; pour over cooled cheesecake.
- Whip cold heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla until stiff peaks form; pipe around the edges before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 90mg