Description
Indulge in this creamy coffee-inspired dessert recipe that combines the rich flavors of mocha and cheesecake.
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
- ½ cup brewed coffee, cooled
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup cocoa powder
- 1 cup whipped cream for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter until combined. Press the mixture into the bottom of a springform pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the sour cream, brewed coffee, vanilla extract, and cocoa powder until fully incorporated.
- Pour the cheesecake batter over the crust in the springform pan.
- Bake for 55-60 minutes or until the center is set.
- Allow the cheesecake to cool, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
- Top with whipped cream before serving.
Notes
- For a stronger coffee flavor, use espresso instead of brewed coffee.
- Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature for a smoother batter.
- Garnish with chocolate shavings for an extra touch.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Mocha Cheesecake Delight, creamy dessert, coffee cheesecake