Description
Rich Colombian coffee infuses classic “creamy coffee cheesecake” with deep, luxurious flavor. Silky smooth layers meld espresso’s bold intensity with classic cheesecake’s dreamy texture, promising indulgent moments for coffee and dessert enthusiasts.
Ingredients
Scale
Coffee and Dairy Base:
- 680 g cream cheese
- 240 ml strong brewed coffee
- 200 g sour cream
- 2 large eggs
- 120 ml heavy cream
Crust Ingredients:
- 200 g graham cracker crumbs
- 80 g unsalted butter
- 30 g granulated sugar
Flavor and Garnish:
- 15 ml vanilla extract
- 100 g granulated sugar
- 15 ml espresso powder
- 30 g powdered sugar
- 5 g salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F and prepare a 9-inch springform pan by lightly greasing the sides.
- Combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar in a mixing bowl, pressing the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan to create an even crust.
- Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then remove and allow to cool completely while preparing the filling.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth and creamy, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Gradually incorporate strong brewed coffee, sour cream, and granulated sugar, mixing until the mixture is completely homogeneous.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition to maintain a silky texture.
- Blend in heavy cream, vanilla extract, espresso powder, and salt, stirring until the filling is perfectly combined and uniform.
- Pour the coffee-infused cheesecake mixture over the cooled crust, spreading evenly to prevent air pockets.
- Bake for 55-60 minutes, or until the center is slightly jiggly but set around the edges.
- Turn off the oven, crack the door open, and let the cheesecake rest for 1 hour to prevent cracking.
- Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours or overnight to achieve optimal flavor and texture.
- Before serving, dust the top with powdered sugar for an elegant finish.
- Slice and serve chilled, enjoying the rich, creamy coffee-infused dessert.
Notes
- Prevent crust crumbling by pressing graham cracker mixture firmly and evenly into the pan, ensuring a compact base that holds together when sliced.
- Achieve silky smooth cheesecake filling by bringing cream cheese to room temperature and beating until no lumps remain, creating a luxurious texture.
- Avoid cracking by using a water bath method, which provides gentle, even heating and helps the cheesecake cook slowly and uniformly without developing surface cracks.
- Enhance coffee flavor by using high-quality espresso powder or freshly brewed strong coffee, which intensifies the rich, deep coffee notes throughout the dessert.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg