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Mocha Cappuccino Sour Cream Cheesecake

This cheesecake has an espresso and cocoa flavoring. This richness adds a mocha cappuccino flair.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 cups chocolate graham crumbs
  • 6 tbsp butter melted
  • 24 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 3 eggs
  • 2 tbsp instant espresso
  • 2 tbsp cocoa powder

Method
 

  1. Press the chocolate crumb mixture into a pan and chill.
  2. Dissolve the espresso in a splash of hot water and cool.
  3. Beat the cream cheese, sugar, and sour cream, then mix in the espresso and cocoa.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, then pour over the crust.
  5. Bake at 325F for 70 minutes until just set.
  6. Cool and chill at least 4 hours before serving.

Notes

Dust with cocoa right before serving for a cappuccino look.