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Espresso Cheesecake

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  • Author: slsrecipes
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour
  • Total Time: 6 hours (including chilling)
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A rich and creamy espresso-infused cheesecake with a chocolate cookie crust, perfect for coffee lovers.


Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons instant espresso powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
  2. In a medium bowl, mix chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter. Press mixture into the bottom of the pan to form a crust. Bake for 10 minutes and let cool.
  3. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
  5. Mix in sour cream, heavy cream, flour, espresso powder, vanilla extract, and salt until fully combined.
  6. Pour the filling over the cooled crust and smooth the top.
  7. Bake for 55–65 minutes or until the center is just set and slightly wobbly.
  8. Turn off the oven, crack the door, and let the cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour.
  9. Remove from oven and chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  10. Serve chilled. Garnish with whipped cream or chocolate shavings if desired.

Notes

  • Use room temperature ingredients for a smoother batter.
  • To avoid cracks, do not overmix and let it cool gradually.
  • Can be made a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 420
  • Sugar: 24g
  • Sodium: 280mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 18g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0.5g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 105mg