Ingredients for Chocolate Irish Cream Cheesecake
- Cream Filled Chocolate Sandwich Cookies
- Butter
- 3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
- 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar
- 4 large eggs
- Whipping Cream
- Irish Cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons hot water
- 2 tablespoons instant coffee granules
- Milk Chocolate Chips
- Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)
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How to Make Chocolate Irish Cream Cheesecake
- **Make the Crust:** In a medium bowl, combine 1 ½ cups crushed chocolate graham crackers and 6 tablespoons melted unsalted butter. Mix until evenly moistened.
- **Press into Pan:** Press the crumb mixture firmly into the bottom of a greased 9-inch springform pan. Use the bottom of a measuring cup to ensure an even layer.
- **Prepare the Filling:** In a large bowl, beat 3 (8 ounce) packages of cream cheese with 1 ¾ cups granulated sugar until completely smooth and creamy.
- **Add Eggs:** Beat in 4 large eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.
- **Incorporate Flavor:** Stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and ½ cup Irish cream liqueur.
- **Coffee Infusion:** In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons instant coffee granules and 2 tablespoons hot water until dissolved. Stir this mixture into the cream cheese mixture.
- **Chocolate Swirl:** Gently fold in 6 ounces of melted semi-sweet chocolate chips.
- **Layer and Bake:** Pour the cream cheese mixture over the prepared crust.
- **Initial Bake:** Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 15 minutes.
- **Low and Slow:** Reduce the oven temperature to 200°F (95°C) and continue baking for 1 hour and 10 minutes, or until the center is just set (it may still jiggle slightly).
- **Cool Down:** Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake in the oven with the door slightly ajar for 2 hours to cool slowly.
- **Chill:** Remove the cheesecake from the oven and run a knife around the edges of the pan to release it. Refrigerate, uncovered, overnight.
- **Decorate (Optional):** Place a decorative stencil over the top of the cheesecake. Sift powdered sugar over the stencil. Carefully remove the stencil to reveal a beautiful design.
- **Serve Chilled:** Chill until serving time. Makes 12-18 servings.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
9 g
Sugar
70g
Fat
79g
Carbs
7g
