Delicious Espresso Cheesecake
Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of this Espresso Cheesecake Recipe, a delightful fusion of coffee and dessert. With its velvety texture, this cheesecake captivates your taste buds with every bite. Perfect for any occasion—be it a dinner party or a cozy night at home—this luscious dessert is simple to make and easily customizable. Elevate your dessert game with this irresistible treat!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 12 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp espresso powder
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 tsp agar-agar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter; press into the bottom of a springform pan.
- In another bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar; then stir in sour cream and vanilla until blended.
- Dissolve espresso powder in hot water; mix into the cream cheese mixture until well incorporated.
- Dissolve agar-agar in water according to package instructions; slowly mix into the filling while stirring continuously.
- Pour filling over crust and bake for 50-60 minutes until set around edges but slightly wobbly in center.
- Cool completely before refrigerating for at least four hours or overnight. Serve chilled with optional toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 90mg