Description
Indulgent coffee brownie cheesecake merges rich chocolate, creamy cheesecake, and bold espresso flavors into one irresistible dessert. Dessert enthusiasts will savor each luxurious layer of this heavenly combination that promises pure culinary bliss.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3 (8 ounces) packages cream cheese
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
Coffee and Flavor Enhancers:
- 2 teaspoons instant coffee granules
- 1 tablespoon hot water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Additional Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Craft the brownie foundation by heating the oven to 350°F. Coat a 9-inch springform pan with grease. Whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt until achieving a velvety consistency. Distribute the batter uniformly across the pan’s bottom and bake for 20 minutes.
- Create the creamy cheesecake layer by vigorously beating cream cheese and sugar until silky smooth. Incorporate eggs individually, ensuring thorough integration after each addition. Gently fold in sour cream, dissolved instant coffee, and vanilla extract until perfectly blended. Carefully pour the luxurious mixture atop the prepared brownie base.
- Reduce oven temperature to 325°F. Bake the cheesecake for 50-60 minutes, monitoring until the center sets with a delicate jiggle. Allow the dessert to cool naturally at room temperature, then refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours or ideally overnight for optimal texture.
- Craft the decadent mocha drizzle by gently heating heavy cream with instant coffee powder in a small saucepan. Remove from heat and whisk in chocolate chips until completely melted and glossy. Artfully drizzle the mocha sauce over the chilled cheesecake moments before serving.
Notes
- Ensure brownie base is completely cooled before adding cheesecake layer to prevent cracking and maintain distinct layers.
- Use room temperature cream cheese and eggs for smoother, lump-free cheesecake mixture that blends seamlessly.
- Add a pinch of espresso powder to enhance coffee flavor throughout the dessert without overwhelming sweetness.
- Wrap springform pan in aluminum foil during baking to prevent water from seeping in and protect delicate cheesecake texture.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 388 kcal
- Sugar: 31 g
- Sodium: 138 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 98 mg