Description
Creamy Italian Tiramisu Cheesecake Delight merges classic dessert traditions with modern culinary creativity. Layers of espresso-soaked ladyfingers and silky mascarpone cheese promise pure indulgence for passionate dessert enthusiasts.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 16 ounces (454 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (226 grams) mascarpone cheese
- 3 large eggs
- 3/4 cup (150 grams) sugar
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) heavy cream
Crust Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups (180 grams) graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup (113 grams) unsalted butter, melted
Flavor and Garnish Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) strong brewed coffee, cooled
- 2 tablespoons coffee liqueur (optional)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon instant espresso powder
- Chocolate shavings (for garnish)
Instructions
- Create a robust foundation by mixing graham cracker crumbs with melted butter, pressing firmly into a 9-inch springform pan. Bake at 325F (160C) for 10 minutes to set a crisp, golden base, then allow to cool completely.
- Whip cream cheese and sugar until ultra-smooth, integrating eggs individually to ensure a silky texture. Gently fold in mascarpone, infusing with rich coffee essence, pure vanilla, and coffee liqueur for a complex, aromatic profile.
- Transfer the velvety mixture onto the cooled crust, spreading evenly. Bake for 50-60 minutes at 325F until the center maintains a delicate wobble, indicating perfect custard-like consistency.
- Chill the baked cheesecake for minimum 4 hours, allowing flavors to meld and structure to solidify completely.
- Craft a decadent topping by whisking heavy cream with powdered sugar, cocoa, and espresso powder until soft, billowy peaks emerge.
- Lavishly spread the chocolate espresso cream across the chilled cheesecake surface, creating elegant swirls and peaks.
- Finish by delicately scattering dark chocolate shavings, transforming the dessert into a visual and gustatory masterpiece ready to be savored.
Notes
- Add instant coffee granules to the crust for an extra coffee kick that complements the cheesecake’s rich flavor profile.
- Wrap the springform pan in aluminum foil before baking to prevent water seepage and ensure even baking.
- Gently fold mascarpone into the cheesecake mixture to maintain a smooth, creamy texture without overmixing.
- Use room temperature ingredients to create a silky-smooth cheesecake filling that blends perfectly and prevents lumps.
- Prep Time: 5 hours 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 321
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 185 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg