Description
Rich coffee brownie cheesecake merges classic dessert elements into a luxurious layered treat. Chocolate and espresso notes create an indulgent experience perfect for sharing with friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup (100 g) sugar
- 1/4 cup (25 g) cocoa powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup (113 g) unsalted butter
- 16 oz (454 g) cream cheese
- 1/2 cup (100 g) sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsps coffee
- 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
- 1 cup (170 g) chocolate chips
Instructions
- Craft a rich brownie base by combining ingredients and baking at 350°F for 20-25 minutes until set, creating a dense foundation for the cheesecake.
- Whip cream cheese mixture with espresso powder until smooth and creamy, ensuring no lumps remain for a silky texture.
- Gently pour coffee-infused cheesecake batter over the cooled brownie layer, spreading evenly to create a seamless transition between layers.
- Bake the assembled cheesecake at 325°F for 45-50 minutes, watching for slight jiggle in the center indicating perfect consistency.
- Allow cheesecake to cool completely at room temperature for approximately 2 hours, preventing cracks and ensuring proper setting.
- Prepare luxurious chocolate ganache by heating cream and stirring in chocolate chips until glossy and fully incorporated.
- Drizzle warm ganache over the chilled cheesecake, allowing it to cascade elegantly down the sides for a professional, decadent finish.
- Refrigerate the completed dessert for minimum 4 hours or overnight to enhance flavor melding and achieve optimal serving texture.
Notes
- Choose high-quality dark chocolate for a rich, intense brownie base that complements the coffee flavor.
- Dissolve instant coffee powder completely in a small amount of hot water before adding to cheesecake mixture to ensure smooth, even distribution of coffee flavor.
- Use room temperature cream cheese and eggs to prevent lumps and create a silky, creamy cheesecake texture.
- Cool cheesecake gradually to prevent cracking by leaving it in the oven with the door slightly open after baking.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg