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Tiramisu Cheesecake

Yields12 ServingsPrep Time30 minsCook Time1 hr 15 minsTotal Time8 hrs 45 mins

A rich mascarpone cheesecake with a hidden layer of espresso-dipped ladyfingers, whipped cream, and cocoa. Serves 12.

Slice of tiramisu cheesecake dusted with cocoa powder

Crust

 1 ½ graham cracker or vanilla wafer crumbs (150g)
 5 tbsp unsalted butter, melted (70g)

Cheesecake Filling

 16 oz full-fat brick cream cheese, room temperature (450g)
 8 oz mascarpone, room temperature (225g)
 ¾ cup granulated sugar (150g)
 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
 1 tsp vanilla extract
 3 large eggs, room temperature

Espresso Layer

 ½ cup strong brewed espresso or coffee, cooled
 2 tbsp coffee liqueur (optional)
 12 crisp ladyfingers (savoiardi)

Topping

 1 cup cold heavy cream (240ml)
 2 tbsp powdered sugar
 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder, for dusting
1

Bake the crust. Heat the oven to 325°F (165°C). Mix the crumbs and melted butter, press into a 9-inch springform pan, and bake 10 minutes. Cool slightly, then wrap the outside of the pan in two layers of heavy foil.

2

Make the filling. On low speed, beat the cream cheese, mascarpone, and sugar until smooth. Beat in the flour and vanilla. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing only until combined.

3

First layer. Pour half the filling over the crust.

4

Espresso layer. Combine the espresso and coffee liqueur. Dip each ladyfinger for about 1 second per side and arrange in a single layer over the filling, trimming to fit.

5

Second layer. Pour the remaining filling over the ladyfingers and smooth the top.

6

Bake in a water bath. Set the springform in a roasting pan and pour in hot water to come halfway up the sides. Bake 55–65 minutes, until the edges are set and the center jiggles slightly.

7

Cool slowly. Turn off the oven, prop the door open, and leave the cheesecake inside for 1 hour. Remove from the water bath and cool to room temperature.

8

Chill and top. Refrigerate at least 6 hours. Whip the cream and powdered sugar to soft peaks, spread over the cheesecake, and dust with cocoa just before serving.

Nutrition Facts

12 servings

Serving size

1 slice

Amount per serving
Calories490
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 36g47%

Saturated Fat 21g105%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 156mg52%
Sodium 224mg10%
Total Carbohydrate 34g13%

Dietary Fiber 1g4%
Total Sugars 22g
Protein 7g

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

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