Description
Indulge in the decadence of this Caramel Chocolate Coffee Cheesecake. With a creamy coffee-infused filling, chocolate crust, and homemade caramel topping, it’s the ultimate dessert for special occasions.
Ingredients
For the Crust:
- Chocolate cookie crumbs (e.g., Oreos)
- Unsalted butter, melted
For the Filling:
- Cream cheese, softened
- Granulated sugar
- Brown sugar
- Sour cream
- Strong brewed coffee, cooled
- Heavy cream
- Semi-sweet chocolate, melted and cooled
- Vanilla extract
- Large eggs
For the Caramel Sauce:
- Granulated sugar
- Unsalted butter, cut into pieces
- Heavy cream, room temperature
- Vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
For Garnish (Optional):
- Whipped cream
- Chocolate shavings
- Caramel drizzle
Instructions
- Prepare the Crust:
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan and line the bottom with parchment paper.
- Combine cookie crumbs and melted butter; press mixture into the pan’s base.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes. Cool.
- Prepare the Filling:
- Beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugars and mix.
- Stir in sour cream, coffee, heavy cream, and vanilla. Mix in melted chocolate.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing gently after each addition.
- Pour batter over crust.
- Bake the Cheesecake:
- Place springform pan in a larger roasting pan. Add hot water to halfway up the springform pan (water bath).
- Bake 60-70 minutes until center is set.
- Turn off oven, cool cheesecake inside with the door ajar for 1 hour. Refrigerate for 4+ hours.
- Make Caramel Sauce:
- Heat sugar in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring until amber-colored.
- Add butter, stir until combined. Slowly add heavy cream.
- Remove from heat, stir in vanilla and salt. Cool.
- Assemble and Serve:
- Transfer cheesecake to serving plate. Drizzle with caramel sauce.
- Garnish with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or extra caramel.
Notes
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for smooth mixing.
- Overnight chilling enhances the texture.
- For mini cheesecakes, divide batter into muffin tins and bake for 20-25 minutes.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
