Baked Tiramisu Cheesecake
Indulge in the luxurious layers of this Baked Tiramisu Cheesecake, where classic dessert elegance meets creamy cheesecake goodness. Each bite transports you to an Italian café with the rich flavors of coffee and cocoa intertwined in a velvety smooth filling. Perfect for gatherings or a special dinner, this cheesecake is not just a treat; it’s an experience that delights the senses. Whether it’s a holiday celebration, a birthday, or simply a weekend indulgence, this cake will leave your guests asking for seconds—and the recipe!
Rich, creamy, and undeniably delicious, this Baked Tiramisu Cheesecake combines the best of two beloved desserts—cheesecake and tiramisu. You’ll love the familiar flavors enhanced by the unique texture of the cheesecake, making it a standout at any dessert table. Trust us, once you make this dessert, it will quickly become your go-to recipe for impressing friends and family alike.
This is what the finished dish looks like when perfectly baked.
Ingredients
- Chocolate crust
- Lady fingers
- Coffee (for soaking lady fingers)
- Mascarpone cheese
- Cream cheese
- Sugar
- Eggs
- Vanilla extract
- Cocoa powder (for dusting)
- Coffee liqueur (optional)
Gather your ingredients for a perfect Baked Tiramisu Cheesecake!
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine crushed chocolate cookies with melted butter to prepare the chocolate crust. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of a springform pan.
- In a shallow dish, soak lady fingers in coffee and layer them evenly over the prepared crust.
- In a large bowl, beat together mascarpone cheese, cream cheese, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Pour the creamy mixture over the layer of soaked lady fingers in the springform pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until set and a slight jiggle remains in the center.
- Once baked, allow the cheesecake to cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for several hours or overnight for best results.
- Before serving, dust the top of the cheesecake with cocoa powder and serve chilled for an exquisite treat.
Tips & Variations
- Ingredient Substitutions: You can substitute the lady fingers with sponge cake if preferred, and for a gluten-free version, use gluten-free cookies for the crust.
- Optional Variations: Add a layer of chocolate ganache on top or incorporate some chocolate chips into the cheesecake mixture for an extra chocolatey flavor.
- Storage & Reheating Tips: This cheesecake can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. It is best enjoyed cold, so no reheating is necessary. For longer storage, consider freezing, but note that the texture may change slightly upon thawing.
Recipe Information
- Prep time: 20 minutes
- Cook time: 60 minutes
- Total time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Servings: 12
- Difficulty level: Intermediate
Baked Tiramisu Cheesecake
Ingredients
Chocolate Crust
- 1 cup Crushed chocolate cookies
- 1/2 cup Melted butter
Cheesecake Filling
- 8 oz Mascarpone cheese
- 8 oz Cream cheese
- 1 cup Sugar
- 3 large Eggs
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Coffee (for soaking lady fingers) Strong brewed coffee
- 2 cups Lady fingers
- 1 tbsp Cocoa powder For dusting
- optional Coffee liqueur Optional for soaking lady fingers
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine crushed chocolate cookies with melted butter to prepare the chocolate crust. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of a springform pan.
- In a shallow dish, soak lady fingers in coffee and layer them evenly over the prepared crust.
- In a large bowl, beat together mascarpone cheese, cream cheese, sugar, eggs, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Pour the creamy mixture over the layer of soaked lady fingers in the springform pan.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 50-60 minutes, or until set and a slight jiggle remains in the center.
- Once baked, allow the cheesecake to cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate for several hours or overnight for best results.
- Before serving, dust the top of the cheesecake with cocoa powder and serve chilled.