Coffee Cheesecake Recipe
chocolate graham cracker crust, whipped cream
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Ingredients
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Crust
Filling
Topping
Method
Prepare the Crust
- 1
Mix the Crust Ingredients
In a medium bowl, combine chocolate graham cracker crumbs, granulated sugar, and melted butter. Mix until all crumbs are well coated with butter.
- 2
Form the Crust
Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form an even layer. Set aside.
Prepare the Filling
- 3
Blend the Filling
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add granulated sugar and mix until well combined.
- 4
Add Coffee and Vanilla
Pour in the brewed coffee and vanilla extract. Mix until fully incorporated.
- 5
Add Eggs
Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Bake the Cheesecake
- 6
Pour the Filling
Pour the cheesecake filling over the prepared crust in the springform pan.
- 7
Bake
Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). Bake the cheesecake for 55-60 minutes, or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly.
- 8
Cool
Turn off the oven and crack the door open, allowing the cheesecake to cool in the oven for 1 hour. Then remove from the oven and let it cool at room temperature for another hour before refrigerating for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Prepare the Topping
- 9
Whip the Cream
In a medium bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream until soft peaks form.
- 10
Add Sugar and Vanilla
Add powdered sugar and vanilla extract to the whipped cream. Continue beating until stiff peaks form.
Serve
- 11
Top the Cheesecake
Once the cheesecake is chilled, spread or pipe the whipped cream on top of the cheesecake.
- 12
Slice and Serve
Release the sides of the springform pan, slice the cheesecake, and serve chilled.