Tiramisu Cold Brew Coffee Cheesecake Recipe
This Tiramisu Cold Brew Coffee Cheesecake is a decadent no-bake dessert that combines the rich flavors of cold brew coffee and creamy cheesecake layered over a buttery graham cracker crust and coffee-soaked ladyfingers. Topped with a dusting of cocoa powder, it offers a delightful twist on traditional tiramisu, perfect for coffee and cheesecake lovers alike.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 8 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs or crushed biscotti
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
Cheesecake Filling
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 0.75 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1.5 cups heavy whipping cream, cold
- 1 cup cold brew coffee, strongly brewed (divided as 1/2 cup + 1/2 cup)
Toppings and Assembly
- 12 pieces ladyfingers, cut in half
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder for dusting
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: Combine the graham cracker crumbs or crushed biscotti with melted butter. Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Refrigerate for 10 minutes to allow the crust to set properly.
- Make the cheesecake filling: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar together until smooth and creamy. Stir in the vanilla extract and 1/2 cup of the cold brew coffee to infuse the cheesecake with coffee flavor.
- Whip the cream: In a separate bowl, whip the cold heavy whipping cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture, taking care to maintain a light and airy texture.
- Layer the ladyfingers: Briefly dip each ladyfinger half into the remaining 1/2 cup of cold brew coffee—do this quickly to avoid sogginess. Arrange a layer of the soaked ladyfingers evenly over the chilled crust in the pan.
- Assemble the cheesecake: Evenly spread the creamy cheesecake mixture over the ladyfinger layer, smoothing the top with a spatula for an even finish.
- Chill: Cover the assembled cheesecake and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or until the cheesecake is firm and set, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.
- Finish and serve: Just before serving, dust the top of the cheesecake generously with unsweetened cocoa powder. Slice and serve chilled for the best taste and texture experience.
Notes
- Do not soak the ladyfingers for more than a second or two to avoid a soggy texture in the cheesecake.
- Chilling the cheesecake for at least 4 hours is essential for achieving the proper firm and creamy texture.
- For a deeper coffee flavor, consider adding a splash of coffee liqueur to the cold brew coffee when dipping the ladyfingers.
Keywords: Tiramisu, Cold Brew Coffee, Cheesecake, No-Bake Cheesecake, Ladyfingers, Dessert, Coffee-Flavored Dessert
