Baileys Irish Cream Cheesecake

Baileys Irish Cream Cheesecake ❤❤

Ingredients:

For the Crust:

• 1 ½ cups (about 150g) chocolate cookie crumbs (like Oreo crumbs)
• ¼ cup (60g) unsalted butter, melted

For the Cheesecake Filling:

• 24 oz (680g) cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
• 1 cup (240ml) sour cream, room temperature
• 4 large eggs, room temperature
• ¾ cup (180ml) Baileys Irish Cream
• 1 tbsp vanilla extract
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• ½ cup (90g) semi-sweet chocolate chips, melted and slightly cooled

For the Topping:

• 1 cup (240ml) heavy whipping cream
• 2 tbsp powdered sugar
• 2 tbsp Baileys Irish Cream
• Chocolate shavings or cocoa powder for garnish

Instructions:

Step 1: Prepare the Crust

Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a 9-inch (23 cm) springform pan.

In a bowl, combine the chocolate cookie crumbs and melted butter. Mix well and press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the springform pan.

Bake for 10 minutes, then let it cool while preparing the filling.

Step 2: Make the Cheesecake Filling

In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth and creamy.

Add the sour cream, Baileys Irish Cream, and vanilla extract. Mix until combined.

Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing gently and scraping the bowl after each addition.

Add the flour and melted chocolate chips, and mix until just combined — avoid overmixing.

Pour the filling over the cooled crust, spreading it evenly.

Step 3: Bake the Cheesecake

Wrap the outside of the springform pan with foil to prevent water from seeping in.

Place the pan in a larger roasting dish and fill the dish with hot water until it reaches halfway up the sides of the springform pan.

Bake for 60-70 minutes or until the center is set but still slightly jiggly.

Turn off the oven, crack the door open slightly, and let the cheesecake cool slowly for about an hour.

Remove from the oven, refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.

Step 4: Make the Whipped Topping

Whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar until soft peaks form.

Add Baileys Irish Cream and continue whipping until stiff peaks form.

Pipe or spread the whipped cream over the chilled cheesecake and garnish with chocolate shavings or a dusting of cocoa powder.