Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 6 tbsp melted butter
- 24 oz cream cheese, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup strong brewed coffee, cooled
- 1 tbsp instant coffee granules
- 1 cup sour cream
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C). Mix graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, and melted butter. Press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and 3/4 cup sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla.
- Dissolve instant coffee in brewed coffee. Reserve 1/2 cup of the cheesecake batter and mix with the coffee mixture.
- Pour the plain cheesecake batter over the crust. Drop spoonfuls of coffee batter on top and swirl with a knife.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until the center is almost set. Let cool, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.