Certainly! Here’s a delicious recipe for Mocha Cheesecake:
Ingredients:
For the crust:
- 1 1/2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
- 1/3 cup melted butter
- 2 tablespoons sugar
For the cheesecake filling:
- 24 ounces (680g) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons instant coffee granules dissolved in 1 tablespoon hot water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the mocha ganache:
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon instant coffee granules
Instructions:
1. Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
2. Prepare the Crust:
- In a medium bowl, combine the chocolate cookie crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then remove it from the oven and let it cool while you prepare the filling.
3. Make the Cheesecake Filling:
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Add the sugar and continue to beat until well combined.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Mix in the sour cream, flour, dissolved instant coffee, and vanilla extract until the batter is smooth.
- Pour the batter over the crust in the springform pan.
4. Bake:
- Bake the cheesecake in the preheated oven for about 55-60 minutes or until the center is set and the top is lightly browned.
5. Make the Mocha Ganache:
- In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it just begins to simmer.
- Remove from heat and stir in the chocolate chips and instant coffee granules until smooth.
- Let the ganache cool slightly.
6. Finish and Chill:
- Pour the mocha ganache over the cooled cheesecake, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
- Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow it to set completely.
7. Serve:
- Once the cheesecake is fully chilled and set, carefully remove it from the springform pan and transfer it to a serving plate.
- Slice and enjoy your delicious Mocha Cheesecake!
Feel free to garnish with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or a dusting of cocoa powder for an extra special touch.
