Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions for Decadent Creamy Coffee Cheesecake
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (162°C) and spray a 9-inch springform pan with nonstick spray.
- Crush Oreo cookies in a food processor until fine crumbs, then mix with melted butter and press into the bottom of the springform pan.
- Beat cream cheese until smooth, then gradually add sugar until creamy.
- Add sour cream and vanilla to the mixture, blending well, then mix in eggs one at a time.
- Fold in espresso powder until evenly dispersed.
- Pour filling over the crust, smoothing the top. Bake in a water bath for 80 to 105 minutes.
- Turn off oven and let cheesecake cool inside for 1 hour, then cool on a wire rack for at least 2 hours.
- Cover the cheesecake and refrigerate for a minimum of 6 hours, ideally overnight.
- Heat cream for ganache until simmering, pour over chocolate chips, and stir until smooth.
- Whip heavy cream with sugar and espresso powder until stiff peaks form.
- Drizzle ganache over cheesecake, slice, and serve with whipped coffee cream.
Nutrition
Notes
Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for a smoother batter. Use a water bath for baking to prevent cracks.
