Description
Tiramisu cheesecake is a rich and indulgent dessert that blends the flavors of Italian tiramisu with the creamy texture of classic cheesecake. With mascarpone filling, espresso-soaked ladyfingers, and a cocoa finish, it’s an elegant treat perfect for special occasions or entertaining.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups ladyfinger cookies or graham crackers, crushed
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar (for crust)
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 8 oz mascarpone cheese
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup strong brewed espresso or coffee
- 2 tbsp coffee liqueur (optional)
- 12–15 ladyfingers (for layering)
- Cocoa powder, for dusting
- Whipped cream (optional, for garnish)
- Chocolate shavings or espresso powder (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan.
- Mix crushed ladyfingers or graham crackers with melted butter and sugar. Press into the bottom of the pan and bake for 8–10 minutes. Cool.
- Brew espresso and stir in coffee liqueur if using. Quickly dip whole ladyfingers and set aside.
- Beat cream cheese and mascarpone until smooth. Add sugar, then eggs one at a time. Mix in sour cream and vanilla until just combined.
- Pour half of the cheesecake batter over the crust. Layer dipped ladyfingers evenly on top. Add remaining batter and smooth surface.
- Place the pan in a water bath or wrap with foil. Bake for 55–65 minutes, until just set in the center. Let cool gradually in the oven with the door cracked for 1 hour.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Before serving, dust with cocoa powder and garnish with whipped cream or chocolate shavings if desired.
Notes
- Use crisp Italian savoiardi ladyfingers for best results.
- Do not soak ladyfingers too long or they’ll become mushy.
- A water bath prevents cracks and ensures a creamy texture.
- Chill overnight for best flavor and texture.
- Use a hot knife wiped clean between slices for neat layers.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/12 of cake)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 34g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
