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
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- 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.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Mix in sour cream, heavy cream, flour, espresso powder, vanilla extract, and salt until fully combined.
- Pour the filling over the cooled crust and smooth the top.
- Bake for 55–65 minutes or until the center is just set and slightly wobbly.
- Turn off the oven, crack the door, and let the cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour.
- Remove from oven and chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- 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