Chocolate Kahlua Cheesecake Recipe

Name: Chocolate Kahlua Cheesecake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups chocolate wafer crumbs; 1/4 cup butter melted; 2 tablespoons sugar; 1 3/4 cups chocolate chunks semi-sweet, divided; 1 cup heavy whipping cream; 1/4 cup liqueur plus 2 tb, divided, coffee flavor, such as kahlua; 24 ounces cream cheese softened; 1 cup sugar; ⅓ cup cocoa powder; 3 large eggs; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 tablespoon powdered sugar

Servings: persons

1 1/2 cups chocolate wafer crumbs
1/4 cup butter melted
2 tablespoons sugar
1 3/4 cups chocolate chunks semi-sweet, divided
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup liqueur plus 2 tb, divided, coffee flavor, such as kahlua
24 ounces cream cheese softened
1 cup sugar
⅓ cup cocoa powder
3 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon powdered sugar

1
CHOCOLATE CRUST: Mix crust ingredients and press onto bottom and partway up the sides of a 9-inch springform pan.
2
Freeze 5 minutes.
3
Bake at 350F (180C) F for 10 minutes.
4
CHEESECAKE:
5
Prepare chocolate crust.
6
In a microwave-safe bowl, place 3/4 cup chocolate chunks.
7
Microwave on high for 1 minute or until chunks are melted, stir.
8
Add 1/4 cup whipping cream and 1/4 cup Kahlua, stir until blended.
9
In a mixer bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until fluffy.
10
Add cocoa; beat until blended.
11
Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each.
12
Stir in vanilla and reserved chocolate nixture.
13
Pour over prepared crust.
14
Bake 10 minutes at 400F (200C).
15
Decrease to 275 degrees and bake 45 minutes.
16
Remove from oven to cool; loosen cake from rim of pan and remove.
17
In microwave-safe bowl, place remaining chunks.
18
Microwave on HIGH 1 minute or until chunks are melted, stir.
19
Stir in 1/4 cup whipping cream and 2 tbsps Kahlua; blend well.
20
Spread on top of cake.
21
Refrigerate 6 hours.
22
At serving time, beat remaining whipped cream and powdered sugar until stiff; garnish with rosettes of whipped cream.
23
Refrigerate leftover cake.
24
Decadent and delicious.

2317

kcal

Calories

160

Fat

192

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 cups chocolate wafer crumbs, 1/4 cup butter melted, 2 tablespoons sugar, 1 3/4 cups chocolate chunks semi-sweet, divided, and more.

Yes, Chocolate Kahlua Cheesecake falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Chocolate Kahlua Cheesecake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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