A delectable fusion of classic tiramisu and creamy cheesecake, this dessert offers layers of rich flavors with a coffee-infused base and a smooth mascarpone filling, topped with a dusting of cocoa powder.
Preparation time
30min
Cooking time
1h
Ingredients
12 Servings
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 450 g cream cheese
- 4 eggs
- 200 g ladyfingers
- 250 g mascarpone
- 120 ml strong coffee
- 200 g sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 160°C (320°F).
Step 2
In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and mascarpone until smooth.
Step 3
Add the sugar and continue to beat until well combined.
Step 4
Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
Step 5
Stir in the vanilla extract.
Step 6
Dip each ladyfinger into the cooled coffee and arrange them in the bottom of a greased springform pan.
Step 7
Pour half of the cream cheese mixture over the ladyfingers.
Step 8
Repeat the layers with the remaining ladyfingers and cream cheese mixture.
Step 9
Bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes, or until the center is set.
Step 10
Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven with the door slightly open.
Step 11
Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Step 12
Dust with cocoa powder just before serving.