Espresso Delight Cheesecake

Craving a dessert that combines the robust flavor of espresso with the creamy decadence of cheesecake? Look no further! This Espresso Delight Cheesecake features a rich espresso cookie crust, a smooth espresso-infused cheesecake filling, and a luscious espresso ganache topped with espresso whipped cream. It’s the perfect treat for coffee lovers!

Ingredients

For the Espresso Cookie Crust:

• 1 ¾ Cups Chocolate Cookies, fillings removed and crushed to fine crumbs
• 1 Teaspoon Espresso Powder
• 2 Tablespoons Granulated Sugar
• ½ Cup Salted Butter, melted

For the Espresso Cheesecake Filling:

• 8 Ounces Cream Cheese, softened to room temperature
• ½ Cup Granulated Sugar
• 2 Tablespoons Espresso Powder
• 1/3 Cup Heavy Cream
• 1 Tablespoon Pure Vanilla Extract
• 1 Large Egg, room temperature

For the Espresso Ganache:

• ¼ Cup Heavy Cream
• ½ Cup Dark or Semisweet Chocolate Chips
• 1 Teaspoon Espresso Powder

For the Whipped Cream:

• ½ Cup Heavy Cream
• 1 Tablespoon Powdered Sugar
• 1 Teaspoon Espresso Powder

Directions

Preparing the Crust:

1. Scrape and Crush: Start by scraping the filling out of 28 Oreo cookies. Crush the cookies into fine crumbs.
2. Mix Ingredients: In a bowl, combine the chocolate cookie crumbs, melted butter, granulated sugar, and espresso powder. Mix well until the crumbs are evenly coated.
3. Press Into Pan: Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 6-inch springform pan to form an even crust layer. Set aside.

Making the Cheesecake Filling:

1. Beat Cream Cheese and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with the granulated sugar and espresso powder until the mixture is smooth and fluffy.
2. Add Remaining Ingredients: Gradually mix in the heavy cream, vanilla extract, and room temperature egg. Beat lightly until just combined to avoid overmixing.
3. Pour and Bake: Pour the cheesecake filling into the prepared crust. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 70-90 minutes or until the center is set and the edges are lightly browned. Allow the cheesecake to cool completely.

Preparing the Espresso Ganache:

1. Heat Cream: In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream until it begins to simmer.
2. Melt Chocolate: Remove from heat and add the chocolate chips and espresso powder. Stir until the chocolate is fully melted and the mixture is smooth.
3. Cover Cheesecake: Pour the ganache over the cooled cheesecake, spreading it evenly over the top. Let it set.

Making the Whipped Cream:

1. Whip Cream: In a chilled mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream with powdered sugar and espresso powder until soft peaks form.
2. Fold in Ganache: Fold a small amount of the prepared ganache into the whipped cream for an extra touch of espresso flavor.
3. Top the Cheesecake: Before serving, top the cheesecake with the espresso whipped cream for a final flourish.

Prep Time

• 20 minutes

Cooking Time

• 90 minutes

Total Time

• 2 hours 50 minutes

Indulge in this Espresso Delight Cheesecake, a perfect blend of creamy, rich, and coffee-infused flavors that will leave you craving more. Whether for a special occasion or just to treat yourself, this cheesecake is sure to impress!