Espresso Delight Cheesecake

Espresso Delight Cheesecake

Rich Espresso Infusion Cheesecake

Indulge in the perfect combination of creamy cheesecake and the bold flavor of espresso with this Espresso Delight Cheesecake. This dessert is sure to impress both cheesecake and coffee lovers alike.

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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

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Directions:

For the Crust:

1. Begin by scraping the filling out of 28 Oreo cookies to get fine crumbs.
2. In a medium bowl, combine the crushed cookies, melted butter, granulated sugar, and espresso powder until well mixed.
3. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 6-inch springform pan to form an even crust layer. Set aside.

For the Filling:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, granulated sugar, and espresso powder until the mixture becomes fluffy and smooth.
3. Add the heavy cream, pure vanilla extract, and the room temperature egg. Mix lightly until everything is well incorporated, being careful not to overbeat.
4. Pour the cheesecake filling over the prepared crust in the springform pan.
5. Bake in the preheated oven for 70-90 minutes, or until the center is set and slightly jiggles when shaken.
6. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely.

For the Ganache:

1. In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it begins to simmer.
2. Remove from heat and add the dark or semisweet chocolate chips and espresso powder.
3. Stir until the chocolate is fully melted and the mixture is smooth.
4. Pour the ganache over the cooled cheesecake, spreading it evenly. Allow the ganache to set.

For the Whipped Cream:

1. In a chilled mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and espresso powder until stiff peaks form.
2. Gently fold in some of the cooled ganache to the whipped cream for added richness.
3. Top the cheesecake with the whipped cream mixture just before serving.

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Time and Serving Information:

• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Cooking Time: 90 minutes
• Total Time: 2 hours 50 minutes
• Servings: 8

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This Espresso Delight Cheesecake is a perfect end to any meal, offering a rich and decadent dessert experience that will leave your guests craving for more. Enjoy the blend of creamy cheesecake, rich espresso, and smooth chocolate ganache in every bite.

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