Decadent Kahlua Chocolate Cheesecake 🍫

@AniphaeS

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Sweet Desserts and Baking

 · 23 Mar 2024

Decadent Kahlua Chocolate Cheesecake 🍫

Indulge in layers of rich chocolate and velvety cheesecake infused with the bold flavor of Kahlua liqueur

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cooling Time: 4 hours
Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
Kcal: 480 kcal
Servings: 10 servings

Ingredients:

• 24 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons instant espresso powder
• 2 tablespoons hot water
• 2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips, melted and slightly cooled
• 1 1/2 cups heavy cream, cold
• 1 chocolate cookie crust (store-bought or homemade)
• Whipped cream and chocolate shavings, for garnish (optional)

Directions:

• In a small bowl, dissolve the espresso powder in hot water and set aside to cool slightly.
• In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
• Add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract to the cream cheese and beat until well combined.
• Gradually add the melted chocolate to the cream cheese mixture, beating until smooth and creamy.
• In a separate mixing bowl, whip the cold heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
• Gently fold the whipped cream into the chocolate mixture until fully combined.
• Dissolve the espresso powder in hot water and add it to the cheesecake batter, mixing until evenly incorporated.
• Pour the cheesecake filling into the prepared chocolate cookie crust, smoothing the top with a spatula.
• Refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 4 hours, or until set.
• Once set, garnish with whipped cream and chocolate shavings if desired.
• Slice and serve chilled. Enjoy!

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