Espresso Cheesecake
A delightful dessert that combines creamy cheesecake with rich espresso flavor, perfect for impressing guests at any gathering.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 80 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup melted butter
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 3 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- ¼ cup brewed espresso, cooled
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar; press into a springform pan.
- Bake the crust for 8-10 minutes until lightly golden. Let cool.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth and creamy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing just to combine. Mix in sour cream, cooled espresso, and vanilla extract.
- Pour filling over the cooled crust and bake for 50-60 minutes until just set. Allow to cool in the oven for an hour.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before slicing and serving.
Notes
For added elegance, garnish with chocolate shavings or a dusting of cocoa powder. Pair with coffee or dessert wine for a perfect finish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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