I went through a phase when I couldn't get enough cheesecake or coffee, so I created this rich dessert. Its brownie-like crust and creamy mocha layer really hit the spot. It's excellent for get-togethers because it can be made in advance.
Mocha Truffle Cheesecake Recipe
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TOTAL TIME: Prep: 20 min. Bake: 50 min. + chilling
MAKES: 12-16 servings
Ingredients
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1 package devil's food cake mix (regular size)
6 tablespoons butter, melted
1 egg
1 to 3 tablespoons instant coffee granules
FILLING/TOPPING:
2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
2 cups (12 ounces) semisweet chocolate chips, melted and cooled
3 to 6 tablespoons instant coffee granules
1/4 cup hot water
3 eggs, lightly beaten
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup confectioners' sugar
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
Directions
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- In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, butter, egg and coffee granules until well blended. Press onto the bottom and 2 in. up the sides of a greased 10-in. springform pan.
- In another large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Beat in milk and melted chips. Dissolve coffee granules in water. Add coffee to cream cheese mixture. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined. Pour into crust. Place pan on a baking sheet.
- Bake at 325° for 50-55 minutes or until center is almost set. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; cool 1 hour longer. Chill overnight.
- Just before serving, in a large bowl, beat cream until soft peaks form. Beat in sugar and extract until stiff peaks form. Spread over top of cheesecake. Refrigerate leftovers. Yield: 12-16 servings.
Nutritional Facts
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1 slice: 484 calories, 28g fat (16g saturated fat), 109mg cholesterol, 389mg sodium, 55g carbohydrate (41g sugars, 2g fiber), 7g protein.
Courtesy: Taste of Home
