Tiramisu Cheesecake

 Tiramisu Cheesecake is a delicious fusion of the classic Italian dessert tiramisu and creamy cheesecake. It features layers of espresso-soaked ladyfingers combined with a rich mascarpone and cream cheese filling, all set atop a crunchy cookie crust. Perfect for coffee lovers looking for a decadent treat.

Ingredients:

For the crust:

• 1 ¾ cups chocolate cookie crumbs

• ¼ cup melted butter
  
  

For the filling:

• 16 ounces cream cheese, softened

• 8 ounces mascarpone cheese

• 1 cup granulated sugar

• 4 large eggs

• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  
  

For the espresso mixture:

• 1 cup strong brewed espresso or coffee, cooled

• 2 tablespoons coffee liqueur (optional)
  
  

For layering:

• 20-24 ladyfinger cookies

• Unsweetened cocoa powder, for dusting
  
  

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C).

2. Combine chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter; press firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form the crust. Bake for 10 minutes, then cool.

3. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, mascarpone, and sugar until smooth.

4. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.

5. Mix in vanilla and flour until just combined.

6. Dip ladyfingers briefly into the espresso mixture, then arrange a layer over the crust.

7. Spread half of the cheese filling over the ladyfingers.

8. Repeat with another layer of dipped ladyfingers and the remaining filling.

9. Bake for 50-60 minutes or until the center is almost set but still slightly jiggly.

10. Cool completely on a wire rack, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.

11. Before serving, dust the top with unsweetened cocoa powder.
    
    

Nutritional Information (per serving, based on 12 servings):

• Calories: 390 kcal

• Protein: 6g

• Fat: 30g

• Carbohydrates: 22g

• Fiber: 1g

• Sugar: 18g

• Sodium: 260mg