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No-Bake Coffee Cheesecake

A delightful dessert combining rich coffee flavors and creamy cheesecake, perfect for coffee lovers and easy to make without baking.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs This will form the base of your cheesecake, providing a crunchy texture.
  • 0.5 cups unsalted butter, melted The melted butter helps bind the graham cracker crumbs together for a sturdy crust.
Filling
  • 2 cups cream cheese, softened Cream cheese is the star of the show, giving the cheesecake its creamy consistency.
  • 1 cups powdered sugar This sweetens the cheesecake and adds to its smooth texture.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Vanilla enhances the overall flavor, making it more delicious.
  • 1 cups heavy whipping cream Whipping cream adds lightness and fluffiness to the cheesecake.
  • 2 tablespoons instant coffee granules Instant coffee provides that rich coffee flavor that coffee lovers adore.
  • 2 tablespoons hot water This is used to dissolve the coffee granules, ensuring a smooth mixture.
  • Chocolate shavings or cocoa powder for garnish (optional) These add a decorative touch and extra flavor.

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan

Method
 

  1. Prepare the crust by mixing graham cracker crumbs with melted butter and pressing into the bottom of a springform pan. Chill for 15 minutes.
  2. Make the coffee cheesecake filling by dissolving instant coffee in hot water, then mixing with cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
  3. Whip heavy cream until stiff peaks form and gently fold into the coffee cream cheese mixture. Pour over the chilled crust and smooth the top.
  4. Chill the cheesecake in the refrigerator for at least 240 minutes or overnight for best results.