Mocha-Chocolate Cheesecake Recipe

Name: Mocha-Chocolate Cheesecake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 ¼ cups chocolate wafer crumbs; ¼ cup butter or ¼ cup margarine, plus; 1 tablespoon unsalted butter or ¼ cup margarine, melted; 2 tablespoons slivered almonds, toasted; 8 (1 ounce) semi-sweet chocolate baking squares; 3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened; 1 cup sugar; 3 eggs; 1 ½ tablespoons instant coffee granules; 2 tablespoons Kahlua; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 ½ cups sour cream; ½ cup whipping cream; 1 tablespoon powdered sugar; chocolate curls

Servings: persons

1 ¼ cups chocolate wafer crumbs
¼ cup butter or ¼ cup margarine, plus
1 tablespoon unsalted butter or ¼ cup margarine, melted
2 tablespoons slivered almonds, toasted
8 (1 ounce) semi-sweet chocolate baking squares
3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1 cup sugar
3 eggs
1 ½ tablespoons instant coffee granules
2 tablespoons Kahlua
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ½ cups sour cream
½ cup whipping cream
1 tablespoon powdered sugar
chocolate curls

1
In a bowl, combine the chocolate wafer crumbs and melted butter; stir well to combine.
2
Press mixture into bottom and 1-inch up sides of a 9-inch springform pan.
3
Sprinkle with slivered almonds; chill.
4
Add semisweet chocolate to the top of a double boiler; bring water to a boil; lower heat; cook until chocolate melts, stirring occasionally.
5
In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese, using an electric mixer, until light and fluffy.
6
Gradually add in 1 cup sugar; beating well.
7
Add in eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
8
Add in melted chocolate, beating until smooth.
9
Crush coffee granules with a mortal/pestle or the back of a spoon.
10
Combine coffee, Kahlua, and vanilla; add to chocolate mixture, beating well.
11
Fold in sour cream.
12
Pour cheesecake filling into crumb crust; place on baking sheet.
13
Bake in a 350 oven for 1 hour.
14
Turn oven off and let cheesecake stand in oven for 30 minutes with the door partially open.
15
Remove from oven; cool on wire rack.
16
Cover and chill at least 8 hours.
17
Beat whipping cream until foamy; gradually add in powdered sugar, beating until soft peaks form.
18
Remove sides of springform pan; pipe or dollop whipped cream around edge of cheesecake.
19
Garnish with chocolate curls.

2523

kcal

Calories

164

Fat

230

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.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 ¼ cups chocolate wafer crumbs, ¼ cup butter or ¼ cup margarine, plus, 1 tablespoon unsalted butter or ¼ cup margarine, melted, 2 tablespoons slivered almonds, toasted, and more.

Yes, Mocha-Chocolate 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Mocha-Chocolate Cheesecake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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