Description
A rich and creamy mocha cheesecake that combines coffee and chocolate flavors for a delightful dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- ¼ cup brewed espresso, cooled
- ½ cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Incorporate sour cream, espresso, cocoa powder, vanilla, and salt. Mix until fully combined.
- Pour the cheesecake filling over the crust in the springform pan.
- Bake for 55-60 minutes or until the center is set but slightly jiggly.
- Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside for 1 hour.
- Remove from the oven and cool to room temperature. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
- Garnish with chocolate shavings or whipped cream if desired.
Notes
- For a stronger coffee flavor, increase the espresso to ½ cup.
- Use a water bath to prevent cracks on the surface.
- Experiment with flavored extracts like almond for a unique twist.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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