Espresso Cheesecake: The Indulgent Dessert You Must Try
Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of espresso cheesecake. This decadent dessert, infused with the bold flavor of espresso, is a treat for coffee lovers and dessert enthusiasts alike.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 1 cheesecake
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup crushed graham crackers
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup brewed espresso, cooled
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed graham crackers and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of a springform pan to form the crust.
- In another bowl, blend the cream cheese and sugar together until smooth.
- Add the eggs one by one, mixing well after each addition. Incorporate the vanilla extract and cooled espresso.
- Mix in the flour and sour cream until the mixture is creamy and well combined.
- Pour the cheesecake mixture over the crust in the springform pan.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until the center is set. Remove from the oven and let it cool.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
- For a richer coffee flavor, double the amount of espresso.
- Serve with whipped cream for added indulgence.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 90mg