Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (or 325°F for convection ovens). Wrap a 9-inch springform pan with aluminum foil.
- Crush Oreo cookies until fine, mix with melted butter, and press into the bottom of the pan. Bake for 8 minutes.
- In a small bowl, whisk together instant coffee powder and Kahlua. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add sour cream and Kahlua mixture, mixing well.
- Add eggs and egg yolks gradually, mixing gently until fully incorporated.
- Pour the filling into the crust and place the springform pan in a roasting pan filled with hot water.
Baking
- Bake for 50-60 minutes, until the edges are set and the center is still slightly jiggly. Turn off the oven and let it cool in the water bath.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 6 hours.
Ganache Preparation
- In a saucepan, heat whipping cream and Kahlua until simmering. Pour over chopped dark chocolate and whisk until smooth.
- Once cheesecake is chilled, pour ganache over the top and let it set in the fridge.
Serving
- Serve chilled, optionally garnished with fresh mint or whipped cream.
Notes
Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature. Use a water bath to prevent cracks. Extra Kahlua can enhance the coffee flavor.
