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Baileys Irish Cream Cheesecake Recipe

Indulge in a taste of Ireland with this decadent Baileys Irish Cream Cheesecake! This creamy, dreamy dessert combines the rich history of Baileys Irish Cream—a legendary liqueur born from the secret of separating milk into double cream and blending it with natural flavors, including Irish whiskey—with the classic comfort of cheesecake. This recipe captures the essence of Ireland in every bite, a perfect treat for St. Patrick's Day or any special occasion. Get ready for a creamy, dreamy dessert experience that will transport you to the heart of Dublin!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 160 mins
Calories 618.3 kcal
Protein 14g
Rating 1.0 (2 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Baileys Irish Cream Cheesecake

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How to Make Baileys Irish Cream Cheesecake

  1. Crush 1 ½ cups vanilla wafers into fine crumbs using a food processor or by placing them in a zip-top bag and crushing with a rolling pin.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the crushed vanilla wafers with 6 tablespoons (3 ounces) of melted unsalted butter.
  3. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of an 8-inch springform pan.
  4. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of unflavored gelatin over ¼ cup cold water in a small bowl. Let stand for 5 minutes to soften.
  5. In a large bowl, beat 3 (8-ounce) packages of cream cheese with 1 ½ cups granulated sugar until smooth and creamy.
  6. In a separate bowl, beat 2 cups heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
  7. Gently fold in ½ cup Baileys Irish Cream into the whipped cream.
  8. Gently fold the Baileys cream mixture into the cream cheese mixture until just combined.
  9. Microwave the softened gelatin for 10-15 seconds, or until melted. Stir until smooth.
  10. Gently fold the melted gelatin into the cheesecake mixture.
  11. Pour the batter into the prepared crust.
  12. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the cheesecake to set completely.
  13. Before serving, garnish with rosettes of whipped cream and fresh strawberries (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

13 g

Sugar

84g

Fat

172g

Carbs

7g

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