Irish Cream Cheesecake Delight (Print View)
A creamy cheesecake infused with Irish cream-inspired flavors, chocolate, coffee, and vanilla for a rich dessert.
# Ingredient List:
→ Crust
01 - 7 oz chocolate cookie crumbs (chocolate graham crackers or digestive biscuits)
02 - 5 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
03 - 1 tbsp granulated sugar
04 - Pinch of salt
→ Filling
05 - 24 oz cream cheese, softened
06 - 1 cup granulated sugar
07 - 3 large eggs, room temperature
08 - 3/4 cup sour cream
09 - 3/4 cup heavy cream
10 - 1/4 cup strong brewed coffee, cooled
11 - 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
12 - 2 tsp instant coffee granules
13 - 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
14 - 1/2 tsp almond extract (optional)
15 - Pinch of salt
→ Topping
16 - 1 cup cold heavy cream
17 - 2 tbsp powdered sugar
18 - 1 tsp vanilla extract
19 - Shaved chocolate or cocoa powder for garnish
# How to Make:
01 - Preheat oven to 325°F. Line the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper.
02 - Combine chocolate cookie crumbs, melted butter, sugar, and salt in a bowl. Mix until evenly moistened. Press firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan. Bake for 10 minutes, then let cool.
03 - In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth and creamy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
04 - Add sour cream, heavy cream, brewed coffee, cocoa powder, instant coffee, vanilla, and almond extract if using. Add a pinch of salt. Mix until just combined; do not overmix.
05 - Pour the filling over the cooled crust. Tap the pan gently to release air bubbles.
06 - Place the pan in a larger roasting pan and fill the outer pan with hot water halfway up the sides.
07 - Bake for 50-60 minutes until the center is just set and slightly wobbly. Turn off the oven, crack the door, and let cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour.
08 - Remove cheesecake and cool to room temperature. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
09 - For the optional topping, whip cold heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla to soft peaks.
10 - Spread or pipe whipped cream over the chilled cheesecake. Garnish with shaved chocolate or a dusting of cocoa powder before serving.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The alcohol-free Irish cream flavor means everyone can enjoy it without worry
- That water bath technique creates the silkiest, most luxurious texture youve ever experienced
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- The water bath is nonnegotiable for that silky, crack-free texture
- Room temperature ingredients prevent lumps and ensure smooth incorporation
03 -
- Dont open the oven door during baking or the sudden temperature change can cause cracking
- The center should still have a slight wobble when you remove it from the oven