No-Bake Tiramisu Cheesecake
A rich and creamy no-bake cheesecake that combines the flavors of tiramisu with mascarpone, espresso, and a chocolate cookie crust, topped with whipped cream and cocoa powder.
- Author: Djihane
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 6 hours 25 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
- For the crust:
- 2 cups chocolate graham cracker crumbs (or crushed espresso cookies)
- 6 tbsp melted unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- Pinch of salt
- For the filling:
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup mascarpone cheese
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup brewed espresso or strong coffee, cooled
- 1 1/4 cups heavy whipping cream
- For the topping:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Unsweetened cocoa powder, for dusting
- In a mixing bowl, combine the chocolate crumbs, melted butter, sugar, and salt. Mix until well coated.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, mascarpone, powdered sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Add espresso and beat until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream to stiff peaks, then gently fold into the cheese mixture.
- Pour the filling over the chilled crust and smooth the top. Refrigerate for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight.
- Whip the topping cream with sugar and vanilla until stiff. Pipe or spread over the chilled cheesecake.
- Dust generously with cocoa powder before serving.
Notes
- Use high-quality espresso for a richer coffee flavor.
- Cheesecake sets best when chilled overnight.
- Garnish with chocolate shavings or espresso beans for an elegant touch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
Keywords: no-bake cheesecake, tiramisu dessert, espresso cheesecake, mascarpone cheesecake, Italian dessert