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Mouthwatering Irish Coffee Cheesecake

Mouthwatering Irish Coffee Cheesecake to Wow Your Guests

A delightful fusion of rich mascarpone and robust coffee, this Mouthwatering Irish Coffee Cheesecake promises to be a crowd-pleaser.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Irish
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, melted High-quality Kerrygold for authenticity.
  • 1/4 cup sugar Balances bitterness of coffee.
  • 1 1/2 all-purpose flour Can be substituted with gluten-free flour.
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor.
For the Filling
  • 16 ounces cream cheese, softened Full-fat for creaminess.
  • 1 cup Irish cream liqueur Substitute with non-alcoholic coffee syrup if needed.
  • 3 large eggs At room temperature.
  • 2 tablespoons espresso powder Sift for a smooth mixture.
  • 1 tablespoon cocoa powder Enhances chocolate flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Aromatic notes add depth.
  • 1/4 cup coffee liqueur Can be omitted.
For Topping
  • 1 cup whipped cream For serving.
  • 1/2 cup chocolate shavings For garnish.

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer
  • sifter

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
  2. Combine melted butter, sugar, flour, and salt until crumbly; press into the springform pan and bake for 15 minutes.
  3. Beat softened cream cheese with sugar until smooth; add Irish cream and coffee liqueurs, mixing until incorporated.
  4. Incorporate eggs one at a time, mixing on low after each addition.
  5. Sift together espresso powder, cocoa powder, and flour; fold into filling with vanilla extract.
  6. Pour filling over cooled crust; bake for 20-25 minutes until edges are firm and center is slightly jiggly.
  7. Cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to set.
  8. Run a knife around edges and release springform; slice with a hot knife and top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 6gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 320mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 10IUCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese and eggs are at room temperature for a smooth filling. Overbaking can cause cracks and a dry texture. For a moist cheesecake, consider using a water bath.

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