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No-Bake Tiramisu Cheesecake: A Creamy Fusion Dessert

Close-up of a layered slice of tiramisu cheesecake topped generously with cocoa powder.
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You create a luxurious dessert by combining the creamy texture of cheesecake with the coffee and cocoa flavors of classic Italian Tiramisu. This no-bake recipe uses espresso-soaked ladyfingers for an authentic taste.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups chocolate wafer crumbs or graham cracker crumbs
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup strong brewed espresso or coffee, cooled
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 8 ounces mascarpone cheese, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
  • 1 package (7 ounces) ladyfingers
  • 1/2 cup strong brewed espresso or coffee, cooled, mixed with 1 tablespoon coffee liqueur (optional)
  • Unsweetened cocoa powder, for dusting

Instructions

  1. Prepare the crust: Mix the chocolate wafer crumbs, melted butter, 1 tablespoon of granulated sugar, and 1/4 cup of cooled espresso in a medium bowl until the mixture resembles wet sand. Press this mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Place the pan in the freezer while you prepare the filling.
  2. Make the cheesecake filling: In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and mascarpone cheese with an electric mixer until smooth. Gradually add the powdered sugar and beat until fully combined and creamy. Beat in the vanilla extract.
  3. Whip the cream: In a separate, clean bowl, whip the cold heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until just combined. Do not overmix.
  4. Assemble the layers: Dip each ladyfinger briefly into the remaining espresso/coffee mixture (with or without liqueur). Arrange a single layer of the soaked ladyfingers over the chilled crust.
  5. Spread half of the cheesecake filling over the ladyfinger layer. Top with a second layer of dipped ladyfingers. Spread the remaining cheesecake filling evenly over the top.
  6. Chill: Cover the pan loosely with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or preferably overnight, until the cheesecake is completely set and firm.
  7. Serve: Before serving, carefully remove the sides of the springform pan. Dust the top generously with unsweetened cocoa powder using a fine-mesh sieve. Slice and serve this decadent dessert.

Notes

  • For a richer coffee flavor, use strong espresso instead of brewed coffee for soaking the ladyfingers.
  • If you skip the optional coffee liqueur, you can add 1 teaspoon of rum extract to the soaking liquid for depth.
  • Use high-quality, room-temperature cream cheese and mascarpone to prevent lumps in your silky smooth cheesecake filling.

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