Description
As a passionate home cook, I often find myself daydreaming about desserts that can transport me to a cozy café in Italy. One such dessert that has captured my heart is the Tiramisu Cheesecake. Imagine the rich, creamy layers of cheesecake, infused with the bold flavors of coffee and a hint of cocoa, all resting on a delightful chocolate crust. It’s like a warm hug on a plate!
Ingredients
- Chocolate Crust: 35 chocolate creme cookies (455 g) and 5 tbsp unsalted butter, melted (85 g).
- Cheesecake Filling: 24 oz (3 blocks) full-fat cream cheese, room temperature (680 g), 8 oz mascarpone cheese (e.g., Galbani), room temperature (226 g), 1 ½ cups granulated sugar (325 g), ½ tsp salt, 1 tsp vanilla essence, 4 large eggs, room temperature, ½ cup heavy cream (120 g), 1 cup sour cream (240 g), and 1 tbsp cornstarch, sifted.
- Assembly: 12 ladyfinger biscuits and ½ cup strong black coffee.
- Coffee Mascarpone Cream: 4 oz mascarpone cheese, cold (113 g), 2–4 tbsp granulated sugar, 1 tsp instant coffee dissolved in 1 tsp water, and 1 cup heavy whipping cream, chilled (240 g).
- Decoration: 2 tbsp cocoa powder, to dust.
Instructions
- Prepare the crust by grinding chocolate cookies with melted butter, then bake for 7-8 minutes at 350°F (175°C).
- Make the cheesecake filling by mixing cream cheese, mascarpone, sugar, vanilla, and salt, then add eggs and other ingredients.
- Assemble the cheesecake by layering half the batter, dipping ladyfingers in coffee, and adding the remaining batter.
- Bake in a water bath at 320°F (160°C) for about 80 minutes, then cool and refrigerate overnight.
Notes
- Use fresh cookies for the best flavor.
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature.
- Refrigerate overnight for the best flavor.
- Use a water bath to prevent cracks.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 80 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 20 grams
- Fat: 30 grams
- Carbohydrates: 30 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 7 grams