Description
This Tiramisu Cheesecake is a delightful fusion of rich coffee flavors, creamy mascarpone, and a crunchy graham cracker crust. With its elegant layers and luscious texture, this dessert brings the classic Italian treat into a new realm of indulgence. Perfect for celebrations or cozy gatherings, each slice promises to impress and satisfy your sweet cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup crushed graham crackers
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
- 8 oz mascarpone cheese (room temperature)
- 8 oz Philadelphia cream cheese (softened)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brewed espresso or strong coffee (cooled)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder (for dusting)
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream (whipped)
- 3 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Combine crushed graham crackers and melted butter in a bowl; press firmly into the bottom of a springform pan. Bake for about 10 minutes until lightly golden.
- In another bowl, mix mascarpone and cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar, espresso, vanilla extract; blend well.
- Beat in eggs one at a time until just combined—avoid overmixing.
- Pour mixture over crust in the springform pan; smooth out with a spatula.
- Bake for 50-60 minutes until edges are set but center is slightly jiggly. Allow cooling at room temperature before refrigerating for at least four hours or overnight.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 29g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 95mg