This no-bake mocha cheesecake options an Oreo crust, creamy espresso-chocolate filling, and decadent shiny chocolate ganache for the final word espresso lover’s dessert. You possibly can make it at house in half-hour—no oven wanted!

Irresistible Espresso-Chocolate Taste

This isn’t your common cheesecake!  I like how the mixture of prompt espresso and cocoa powder makes every creamy chew style like a mocha latte—good for espresso and chocolate lovers in search of a showstopping, restaurant-quality deal with for any event. Tangy cream cheese filling has a easy texture with a wealthy chocolate taste complemented by notes of espresso – nestled in a crumbly oreo crust. If love chocolate as a lot as I do, try my gluten-free flourless chocolate cake (with raspberries), chocolate pear cake, tremendous moist chocolate tres leches cake, and chocolate tart.

Why You may Love It

• No-bake, no oven, no water tub, and no likelihood of a cracked cheesecake. This mocha cheesecake is tremendous easy—solely half-hour of prep, despite the fact that it seems to be fairly spectacular. As a result of it is no-bake, it is good consolation meals for the autumn and winter holidays when your ovens are busy with different meals and desserts, like my Thanksgiving Apple Pumpkin Pecan Bundt Cake or Cinnamon Pie.
• Sturdy, Pressed Oreo Crust: I exploit a freezer-hardened Oreo crust for max crunch and deep chocolate taste—it is simple and durable for an excellent basis (and presentation!).
• Mousse-like filling: I fold freshly whipped cream into the cream cheese base for a mousse-like consistency—wealthy but not heavy, best after a giant dinner or for vacation spreads (Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Yr’s).
• Dramatic Ganache Topping: Pouring over the shiny mocha ganache is my favourite half, and it provides this mocha cheesecake an expert, restaurant-style look with none particular adorning abilities. This is without doubt one of the truffles I might be making if I need to impress my household and mates (with solely half-hour of prep!)
• Make-Forward Pleasant: Because it wants loads of chilling, I like to recommend making this the day earlier than friends arrive. It’s best for vacation gatherings like Christmas, Easter, ir Mom’s Day identical to my different vacation desserts: cranberry apple pecan bundt cake and pear almond cake. You possibly can even make it for summer season BBQs and brunches (because it’s no-bake and there’s no must activate the oven!).

You may Want These Components:

• Oreos – Use entire Oreos. The creme filling will assist the crumbs stick collectively. It’s also possible to strive chocolate graham crackers or chocolate wafers for the crust as an alternative of Oreos.
• Butter – I used unsalted butter, however salted butter will work for this crust, too.
• Heavy whipping cream – Chilly cream will whip up quicker than room temperature cream.
• Cream cheese – I used full-fat cream cheese at room temperature. It’s simpler to mix.
• Unsweetened Cocoa Powder – I used Hershey’s Pure Unsweetened Cocoa Powder.
• Immediate Espresso Powder – I used Medaglia D’Oro Espresso Immediate Espresso.
• Powdered sugar – It dissolves simply and stabilizes the filling. In case you use granulated sugar the mocha cheesecake filling will really feel gritty.
• Vanilla extract – You need to use vanilla bean paste or a splash of espresso liqueur (Kahlúa) as an alternative.
• Semi-sweet chocolate chips – I used Nestle Tollhouse semi-sweet chocolate morsels. A top quality model of chocolate chips will soften smoother and simpler. It’s also possible to chop up a 4-ounce semi-sweet chocolate bar as an alternative of utilizing chocolate chips.
• Gentle corn syrup – That is optionally available, however it provides the ganache a reasonably shine and sweetens the ganache just a little bit. The sunshine corn syrup might be omitted, however the ganache is not going to be as shiny.

Learn how to Make Mocha Cheesecake (Step-by-Step Photographs)

• Be aware: It is a fast visible information with step-by-step pictures; for exact measurements and full directions, see the recipe card under.
• Make crust: Grease a 9-inch springform pan. Crush Oreos in a meals processor, then mix in melted butter till clumpy. Press crumbs into the pan backside and sides, and freeze for 20 minutes till agency.

• Make mocha cheesecake filling: Whip the heavy cream till stiff and put aside. Beat cream cheese, cocoa powder, and espresso powder till easy, then combine in powdered sugar and vanilla.

• Fold within the whipped cream into the cheesecake filling till easy.

• Unfold mocha cheesecake filling over the crust, and chill coated for at the least 6 hours (in a single day is finest).

• Make mocha ganache: Combine cream and espresso powder, microwave till steaming, then add chocolate chips and let sit 2 minutes. Stir till easy.

• Launch the cheesecake from the springform pan and switch to a plate.
• Pour the chocolate ganache over cheesecake, and let relaxation 10 minutes earlier than slicing and serving chilled.

Often Requested Questions

• Can I make mocha cheesecake forward of time? Completely! I really RECOMMEND making it a day prematurely. Chilling in a single day provides the very best, sliceable texture and lets the flavors develop.
• How can I make sure the filling is easy and never lumpy? Be certain the cream cheese could be very delicate and beat it totally earlier than including different components. Sift cocoa powder in case your model is clumpy.
• Why is my filling free? Almost definitely the cream wasn’t whipped to stiff peaks or the cream cheese was too chilly and didn’t mix easily. Whip the cream absolutely, beat the cream cheese till silky, then fold gently and chill in a single day.
• Is that this recipe freezer-friendly? You guess. Wrap tightly, freeze as much as 2 months, and thaw in a single day within the fridge for a make-ahead occasion dessert.
• Is the espresso taste sturdy? It’s balanced. I exploit espresso powder for clear and powerful mocha taste with out bitterness. If you need milder, scale back espresso by ½; for bolder, add 1–2 teaspoon extra to the filling or ganache.
• Can I skip the corn syrup in ganache? Completely. The ganache will nonetheless set and style nice, just a bit much less shiny. If omitting, I like to recommend including ½ tablespoon of melted butter.

Different Cheesecake Recipes

• Raspberry Cheesecake
• No-Bake Ricotta Cheesecake
• Carrot Cake Cheesecake
• Salted Caramel Cheesecake
• Raspberry Peach Cheesecake (with raspberry sauce)
• Cinnamon Cheesecake Pie

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This creamy, no-bake mocha cheesecake with an Oreo crust and glossy espresso-chocolate ganache that slices like a dream and tastes like your favourite café dessert. It is really easy to make – it took me solely half-hour to assemble it after which 6 hours to relax it (idle time). It is such a straightforward cheesecake that even freshmen can simply make it, and I extremely advocate you strive it. It should undoubtedly make an excellent addition to your Thanksgiving menu or might be a pleasant dessert for Christmas or New Yr’s Eve. When you’ve got any questions or tried this recipe, please go away a remark under.