Irish Cream Cheesecake

Irish Cream Cheesecake, a perfect vegetarian dessert for your St. Patrick's Day festivities. This Irish-inspired treat features a luscious blend of cream cheese and Irish cream liqueur, complemented by a tangy sour cream topping and elegant chocolate shavings. With gluten, dairy, and egg allergies in mind, this cheesecake is a crowd-pleaser that balances sweetness and a hint of boozy flavor.

Versatile enough for any celebration, it pairs beautifully with coffee or as a stand-alone dessert. Find this recipe and more in your EasyChef Pro cookbook, complete with a convenient shopping list for the best cost per serving. Get ready to impress your guests with this show-stopping dessert!

Recipe Collection: Dessert

Serving Size: 8

Cooking Time: 60 minutes

Overview

This Irish Cream Cheesecake is a luxurious dessert perfect for St. Patrick's Day celebrations. With its velvety smooth texture and rich, boozy flavor, it is sure to impress your guests. A simple sour cream topping adds a touch of tanginess, while shaved chocolate makes for an elegant garnish.

Diet Type

Vegetarian

Allergies

Dairy, Eggs, Gluten

Cuisine

Irish

Ingredients

• 1 Cup graham cracker crumbs
• 0.25 Cup unsalted butter, melted
• 3 8 Ounces (oz) packages cream cheese, softened
• 1 Cup white sugar
• 3 Large eggs
• 0.25 Cup Irish cream liqueur
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) vanilla extract
• 1 Cup sour cream
• 2 Tablespoons (tbsp) white sugar
• 1 Ounce (oz) chocolate, shredded

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a medium bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan to form the crust.
3. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese and 1 cup of sugar until smooth.
4. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
5. Stir in the Irish cream liqueur and vanilla extract until well combined.
6. Pour the cream cheese mixture over the prepared crust.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until the center is set.
8. In a small bowl, mix sour cream and 2 tablespoons of sugar. Spread over the top of the baked cheesecake.
9. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
10. Allow the cheesecake to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
11. Garnish with shredded chocolate before serving. Enjoy!