Description
A rich and creamy cheesecake layered with coffee flavor and topped with a luscious ganache, all on a crunchy chocolate crust.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups chocolate sandwich cookie crumbs (about 20 cookies, such as Oreos, with filling removed)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 3 (8-ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup brewed espresso
- 2 teaspoons instant espresso powder (optional)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips, melted
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon instant espresso powder (optional)
- Cocoa powder, for dusting
- Chocolate curls or shavings
- Whipped cream (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Combine the crushed chocolate sandwich cookies with melted butter in a bowl. Press the mixture into the bottom of a springform pan evenly and firmly. Bake for about 10 minutes, then allow it to cool while you prepare the filling.
- Make the Cheesecake Filling: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Incorporate the sour cream, flour, brewed espresso, instant espresso powder (if using), and vanilla extract. Finally, fold in the melted semi-sweet chocolate chips.
- Assemble the Cheesecake: Pour the cheesecake filling over the cooled crust. Use a spatula to smooth the top.
- Chill the Cheesecake: Bake in the preheated oven for about 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven, crack the door, and let the cheesecake cool for 1 hour before transferring it to the refrigerator. Chill for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results.
- Make the Ganache Topping: In a small saucepan over medium heat, bring the heavy cream just to a simmer. Pour it over the remaining semi-sweet chocolate chips in a bowl; let it sit for a couple of minutes, then stir until smooth.
- Garnish the Cheesecake: Once the cheesecake is chilled, remove it from the springform pan. Pour the ganache over the top and let it drip down the sides. Dust gently with cocoa powder, and add chocolate curls or shavings on top.
- Serve: Slice into pieces, and for an extra touch, serve with dollops of whipped cream if desired.
Notes
For optimal flavor, use room temperature ingredients and avoid overmixing after adding eggs.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 80mg