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Coffee Cheesecake Recipe

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This Coffee Cheesecake combines a rich Oreo crumb crust with a smooth espresso-infused cream cheese filling, baked in a water bath for a perfectly creamy texture. Topped with a luscious homemade chocolate ganache, this dessert is irresistibly decadent and ideal for coffee and chocolate lovers alike.

Ingredients

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Crust

  • 2 cups (240g) Oreo crumbs
  • 4 Tbsp unsalted butter (melted, 1/2 stick)

Cheesecake Filling

  • 3 packages cream cheese at room temperature (8 oz each, full fat preferred)
  • 1 cup (198g) granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup brewed espresso
  • 3 large eggs

Chocolate Ganache

  • 1/2 cup (118ml) heavy cream
  • 1 cup (170g) chocolate chips (semi-sweet)

Additional

  • 1 oven safe turkey bag (for baking the cheesecake in a water bath)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare crust: Preheat your oven to 350º F. Pulse whole Oreos in a blender or food processor until fine crumbs form, then measure 2 cups.
  2. Mix crust: Combine Oreo crumbs with melted butter in a small bowl, stirring until evenly incorporated.
  3. Form crust in pan and bake: Press the crumb mixture evenly into an 8 or 9 inch springform pan, optionally pressing some crumbs up the sides. Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then let cool to room temperature or refrigerate to speed cooling.
  4. Lower oven temperature: Reduce oven temperature to 325º F for baking the cheesecake.
  5. Prepare pan for water bath: Place the springform pan inside an oven-safe turkey bag, rolling the top of the bag down so it does not cover the cheesecake; set aside.
  6. Make cheesecake batter: In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth, about 2-3 minutes. Add sugar, vanilla extract, and espresso, beating again until combined.
  7. Add eggs: Add eggs one at a time, beating just until each yolk breaks before adding the next. Beat the entire mixture for only 1 additional minute to avoid overmixing.
  8. Pour batter on crust: Pour the cheesecake mixture onto the cooled crust evenly.
  9. Set up water bath: Place the springform pan into a 9×13 inch or larger roasting pan. Carefully fill the roasting pan with about 1 inch of water, ensuring the water bath surrounds the springform pan.
  10. Bake cheesecake: Place the roasting pan with the cheesecake and water bath into the oven. Bake at 325º F for 65-85 minutes until the center still slightly wobbles when jiggled and the edges are set.
  11. Cool cheesecake gradually: Turn off the oven and gently remove the springform pan from both the water bath and oven-safe bag. Place it on a baking sheet and return it to the oven (door cracked, oven off) to cool to room temperature, about 60-90 minutes.
  12. Chill overnight: Once cooled, loosely cover the cheesecake with foil and refrigerate overnight to set completely.
  13. Prepare chocolate ganache: Place chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl. Bring the heavy cream to a boil in a small saucepan over medium heat, then pour the hot cream over the chocolate chips. Let sit for 1 minute and stir until smooth. Allow the ganache to cool 5-7 minutes before using.
  14. Assemble and serve: Carefully remove the cheesecake from the springform pan using a small spatula to loosen edges if needed. Pour or spoon the cooled ganache over the cheesecake, spreading it evenly. Optionally, garnish with chocolate shavings before serving.

Notes

  • Baking time may vary: start checking doneness at 65 minutes; cheesecake should still wobble slightly in the center when done.
  • Using a water bath helps prevent cracking and ensures a smooth, creamy texture.
  • Do not overbeat the cheesecake batter to avoid incorporating too much air, which can cause cracks.
  • Letting the cheesecake cool slowly in the oven prevents sudden temperature changes that could cause cracks.
  • The oven-safe turkey bag helps keep moisture in during baking and prevents water bath splashes.

Keywords: coffee cheesecake, espresso cheesecake, baked cheesecake, Oreo crust, chocolate ganache, creamy dessert

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