Tiramisu Cheesecake Dessert

Layers of vanilla wafers soaked in coffee-infused syrup, creamy cheesecake filling, and a finishing touch of whipped topping and cocoa—this tiramisu cheesecake combines simplicity and sophistication in every bite.

📝 Ingredients

• 1 package (12 ounces) vanilla wafers
• 5 teaspoons instant coffee granules, divided
• 3 tablespoons hot water, divided
• 4 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 cup sour cream
• 4 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten
• 1 cup whipped topping
• 1 tablespoon baking cocoa

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Layer the wafers: Begin by preheating your oven to 325°F. In a greased 13x9-inch baking dish, layer half of the wafers evenly on the bottom. In a small bowl, dissolve two teaspoons of instant coffee in two tablespoons of hot water. Brush one tablespoon of this mixture over the wafers, setting the remaining mixture aside for later use.
2. 2Prepare the cream cheese mixture: Beat the cream cheese and sugar together in a mixing bowl until smooth. Stir in the sour cream and mix until well combined. Then, add the eggs, beating at low speed until blended. Transfer half of this filling mixture to another bowl.
3. 3Add the coffee flavor: Dissolve the remaining three teaspoons of coffee granules in 1 tablespoon of hot water. Stir this mixture into one portion of the filling until evenly incorporated, then spread the coffee-flavored filling over the first layer of wafers.
4. 4Layer and finish the dessert: Layer the remaining wafers over the coffee-flavored filling and brush them with the reserved coffee mixture. Spread the remaining plain filling mixture over the top layer of wafers.
5. 5Baking and cooling: Bake the dessert in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes or until the center is almost set. Allow it to cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes, then slowly loosen the sides of the dish with a knife. Let it cool for an additional hour before refrigerating overnight, covering it once completely cooled.
6. 6Serve: Before serving, spread whipped topping over the chilled dessert and dust it with cocoa for a finishing touch.