Indulgent Mocha Cheesecake Slices Recipe
If you’re a coffee and chocolate lover, this Mocha Cheesecake Slices recipe will be your new favorite indulgence. Combining the rich flavors of coffee with the creamy texture of cheesecake, topped with a luscious chocolate ganache, these slices are a true decadent treat. Perfect for special occasions or simply to satisfy your sweet cravings, this recipe makes a delightful dessert that will impress family and friends.
Ingredients:
Crust:
– 200g Digestive Biscuits
– 100g Unsalted Butter, melted
Cheesecake Filling:
– 500g Cream Cheese
– 150g Caster Sugar
– 2 tbsp All-Purpose Flour
– 3 Large Eggs
– 1 tbsp Instant Coffee Granules, dissolved in 1 tbsp hot water
– 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
– 100ml Double Cream
Chocolate Ganache:
– 150g Dark Chocolate, chopped
– 120ml Double Cream
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Crust:
– Crush the digestive biscuits until they resemble fine crumbs. You can use a food processor or place them in a sealed bag and crush with a rolling pin.
– Mix the melted butter with the biscuit crumbs until well combined.
– Press the mixture into the base of a lined square baking tin (approximately 20x20cm). Chill in the fridge while you prepare the filling.
2. Make the Cheesecake Filling:
– In a mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth.
– Add the caster sugar, flour, and vanilla extract, and mix until combined.
– Gradually beat in the eggs, one at a time, ensuring each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next.
– Add the dissolved coffee mixture and double cream, and mix until smooth.
3. Assemble and Bake:
– Pour the cheesecake filling over the chilled biscuit base.
– Preheat the oven to 160°C (fan oven) and bake the cheesecake for 40-45 minutes or until the edges are set but the centre still has a slight wobble.
– Turn off the oven, leave the door slightly ajar, and let the cheesecake cool inside the oven for 1 hour.
– Remove from the oven and chill the cheesecake in the fridge for at least 4 hours or preferably overnight.
4. Prepare the Chocolate Ganache:
– Place the chopped dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl.
– In a small saucepan, heat the double cream until just before boiling.
– Pour the hot cream over the chopped chocolate and let it sit for a minute.
– Gently stir until the chocolate has melted and the ganache is smooth.
5. Finish the Cheesecake:
– Pour the chocolate ganache over the chilled cheesecake, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
– Return the cheesecake to the fridge to set the ganache for at least 1 hour.
6. Serve and Enjoy:
– Once the ganache has set, remove the cheesecake from the tin using the baking paper.
– Cut the cheesecake into slices and serve chilled.
– Enjoy the indulgent combination of coffee, chocolate, and creamy cheesecake in every delicious bite.
Whether you’re hosting a dinner party, celebrating a special occasion, or simply treating yourself to a luxurious dessert, these Mocha Cheesecake Slices are sure to impress. With a buttery biscuit base, a velvety coffee-infused cheesecake filling, and a rich chocolate ganache topping, this recipe is a true indulgence for all the coffee and chocolate lovers out there. Make a batch of these irresistible slices and delight your taste buds with every decadent mouthful.