Ingredients
– 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
– ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
– 2 cups cream cheese, softened
– 1 cup granulated sugar
– 1 cup heavy whipping cream
– 2 large eggs
– 1 tablespoon instant coffee granules
– 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
– A pinch of salt
Equipment Needed
– 9-inch springform pan
– Mixing bowls
– Electric mixer
– Rubber spatula
– Measuring cups and spoons
– Oven
Step-by-Step Instructions
Making this cheesecake is as enjoyable as eating it! First, I preheat my oven to 325°F (160°C) and prepare my springform pan by greasing it lightly. For the crust, I combine the graham cracker crumbs with melted butter in a mixing bowl, mixing well until the crumbs resemble wet sand. Next, I press the crumb mixture into the bottom of the pan, ensuring it’s compact and even. It smells heavenly already, don’t you think? (See the next page below to continue steps…)