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Ultimate Coffee Lover’s Cheesecak

Indulge in the Ultimate Coffee Lover’s Cheesecake Bliss

The Ultimate Coffee Lover’s Cheesecake combines rich coffee flavors with creamy cheesecake for a delightful dessert experience.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Chill Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1.5 cups Graham Cracker Crumbs Substitute with gluten-free graham crackers for a gluten-free option.
  • 1 tablespoon Cocoa Powder Use unsweetened high-quality cocoa.
  • 0.5 cups Brown Sugar Can substitute with coconut sugar.
  • 0.5 cups Unsalted Butter Substitute with coconut oil for a dairy-free option.
For the Filling
  • 32 oz Cream Cheese Full-fat recommended for best flavor.
  • 1 cups Granulated Sugar Adjust according to personal taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use pure vanilla extract.
  • 4 Eggs At room temperature for better incorporation.
  • 1 cups Brewed Espresso or Strong Coffee Freshly brewed offers the best flavor.
  • 0.5 cups Coffee Liqueur Optional; omit for a non-alcoholic version.
  • 1 pinch Salt Use sea salt for a smoother taste.
For Garnish
  • Chocolate Shavings or Coffee Beans Optional; for topping the cheesecake.

Equipment

  • Springform Pan
  • Electric mixer
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, cocoa powder, brown sugar, and melted unsalted butter until well blended. Press this mixture into the bottom of a springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes and let cool.
  3. Beat cream cheese until smooth, then gradually add sugar until fluffy.
  4. Add room-temperature eggs to the cream cheese mixture, mixing gently after each addition.
  5. Mix in the cooled brewed espresso or strong coffee along with the coffee liqueur. Blend until smoothly incorporated.
  6. Pour the filling over the crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
  7. Bake for 55-60 minutes. The edges should be set while the center may still jiggle.
  8. Let the cheesecake cool slowly in the oven with the door slightly open for one hour.
  9. Transfer to the refrigerator to chill for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  10. Remove from the springform pan, slice, and garnish with chocolate shavings or coffee beans before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 7gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 28gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese and eggs are at room temperature for smoother mixing. To avoid cracks, beat eggs just until combined.

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