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- Prepare the crust:
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar, melted butter, and cinnamon. Stir until the mixture resembles wet sand.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan, packing it tightly to form an even crust.
- Bake the crust for 10 minutes, then remove it from the oven and let it cool while you prepare the filling.
- Make the filling:
- In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth using an electric mixer or stand mixer.
- Add the sour cream, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract, and beat until everything is well combined and smooth.
- Dissolve the instant coffee in the hot water, then add it to the cream cheese mixture. Add the espresso powder if using, and beat again until fully incorporated.
- Add the heavy cream and cornstarch to the mixture, and blend until smooth and creamy.
- Pour the filling into the cooled crust.
- Bake the cheesecake:
- Place the cheesecake in the oven and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is slightly jiggly.
- Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool inside with the door ajar for 1 hour. This helps prevent cracking.
- After an hour, remove the cheesecake from the oven and let it cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to fully set.
- Finish with topping:
- Once the cheesecake is chilled and set, remove it from the springform pan and place it on a serving plate.
- Top with whipped cream, a dusting of cocoa powder, and optional chocolate shavings or drizzle for an extra indulgent touch.
- Serve and enjoy:
- Slice and enjoy the rich coffee and cream cheese flavor! It’s a perfect treat for coffee lovers and anyone who enjoys a decadent, creamy dessert.
This Luxurious Coffee Cream Cheese Cheesecake combines smooth cream cheese with the boldness of coffee for a truly indulgent dessert that’ll wow anyone who tries it! 😍☕🍰
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