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Espresso Cheesecake

Decadent Espresso Cheesecake for Coffee Lovers' Delight

Indulge in a no-bake Espresso Cheesecake, expertly blending rich coffee flavor and creamy texture for a crowd-pleasing dessert experience.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 5 hours
Total Time 5 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 10 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 16 oz Cream Cheese Softened for easy mixing
  • 1 cup Sugar Can substitute with sugar alternative
  • 2 tbsp Espresso Powder Instant coffee can be used for milder taste
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Essential for achieving whipped texture
For the Oreo Crust
  • 24 cookies Oreo Cookies Can substitute with graham crackers or gluten-free cookies
  • 1/2 cup Butter Can use a dairy-free alternative if needed
For the Chocolate Ganache
  • 8 oz Chocolate Good quality chocolate for ganache topping
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Heated until steaming

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • Mixing bowl
  • Springform Pan
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Crush Oreo cookies in a food processor until fine crumbs. Combine with melted butter and press into a 9-inch springform pan. Chill in the refrigerator.
  2. Beat softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Gradually add espresso powder. Whip heavy cream to stiff peaks and fold into the cheesecake mixture.
  3. Pour cheesecake mixture over the crust and smooth the top. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 5 hours until set.
  4. Heat heavy cream in a saucepan until steaming, pour over chopped chocolate, let sit for a minute, and stir until smooth. Cool slightly and pour over set cheesecake.
  5. Refrigerate the cheesecake for another 30 minutes. Release sides of springform pan, slice, and serve garnished with whipped cream and crushed espresso beans.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 5gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 10IUCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is fully softened for a smooth filling. Be gentle when folding in whipped cream. Chill time is crucial for perfect texture. Use high-quality chocolate for the ganache for the best flavor.

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