Description
Indulgent Tiramisu Cheesecake merges classic Italian dessert magic with creamy cheesecake perfection. Rich espresso-soaked layers and velvety mascarpone create a luxurious dessert that whisks you straight to culinary bliss.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3 8-ounce (226 grams) packages cream cheese, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 68 ladyfingers, soaked in espresso
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) mascarpone cheese
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) heavy cream, whipped
Sweeteners and Sugars:
- 1 cup (200 grams) granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
Liquid and Flavor Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) espresso or strong coffee, cooled
- 1 tablespoon coffee liqueur (optional)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) melted butter
Crust Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups crushed ladyfingers or graham crackers
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder for dusting
Instructions
- Construct a delicate base by combining finely crushed ladyfingers with sugar and melted butter. Press the mixture firmly into a 9-inch springform pan, creating an even foundation. Bake at 160C (325F) for 10 minutes to set the crust, then allow it to cool completely.
- Create a silky filling by vigorously beating cream cheese and sugar until achieving a smooth, lump-free consistency. Incorporate eggs individually, ensuring thorough integration after each addition. Blend in rich espresso, coffee liqueur, vanilla extract, and creamy mascarpone until the mixture becomes uniformly luxurious.
- Pour the decadent filling over the prepared crust, ensuring an even distribution. Bake for 50-60 minutes, watching for a center that appears set but maintains a gentle wobble. Switch off the oven, crack the door slightly, and let the cheesecake rest for one hour to prevent cracking.
- Refrigerate the cheesecake for a minimum of 4 hours or overnight to achieve optimal texture and flavor development. Prior to serving, whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until soft, billowy peaks emerge.
- Delicately arrange espresso-drenched ladyfingers across the cheesecake’s surface. Generously spread the whipped cream over the ladyfingers, creating an elegant finish. Dust the top with a light, even layer of cocoa powder for a classic tiramisu presentation.
- Slice carefully and serve chilled, savoring the harmonious blend of coffee-infused cheesecake elegance.
Notes
- Use room temperature ingredients for smoother, creamier cheesecake texture without lumps.
- Wrap the springform pan with aluminum foil to prevent water leakage during baking and create even heat distribution.
- Avoid overmixing the cheesecake batter to prevent cracking and maintain a silky consistency.
- Swap ladyfingers with gluten-free alternatives like almond flour cookies for a celiac-friendly version.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 465
- Sugar: 36 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg