Description
A delicious and easy-to-make creamy coffee cheesecake that is perfect for dessert lovers.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup sour cream
- 3 large eggs
- ½ cup brewed coffee, cooled
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup coffee liqueur (optional)
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 to form the crust.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- Add sour cream, eggs, brewed coffee, vanilla extract, and coffee liqueur (if using) to the mixture and blend until well combined.
- Pour the cheesecake filling over the crust in the springform pan.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly.
- Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven with the door ajar for 1 hour.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
Notes
- For a stronger coffee flavor, use espresso instead of brewed coffee.
- Top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings for extra decoration.
- Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature for a smoother batter.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 90mg