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Baileys Irish Cream Cheesecake

Irresistible Baileys Irish Cream Cheesecake for Every Celebration

This decadent Baileys Irish Cream Cheesecake combines creamy essence and warmth, making it a perfect dessert for celebrations.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Irish
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Graham Crackers You can substitute with digestive biscuits.
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Melted
For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 16 ounces Cream Cheese Softened
  • 1 cup Baileys Irish Cream Can swap with other Irish cream liqueurs.
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar Can consider coconut sugar.
  • 3 large Eggs Room temperature
For the Ganache Topping
  • 8 ounces Dark Chocolate Finely chopped.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Do not use low-fat cream.

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Crush graham crackers and melt unsalted butter. Combine and press into a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes and let it cool.
  2. Beat softened cream cheese with granulated sugar until smooth. Gradually add Baileys Irish Cream, then add eggs one at a time until blended.
  3. Pour the filling over the cooled crust. Bake for 50-60 minutes until edges are set and center has a slight jiggle.
  4. Cool the cheesecake in the oven with the door ajar for 1 hour. Then cool completely at room temperature and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
  5. Heat heavy cream in a saucepan until simmering. Remove from heat, add chopped dark chocolate, and stir until smooth.
  6. Pour the ganache over the chilled cheesecake and let set. Slice and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 7gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 18gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 115mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 15IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Make sure cream cheese is softened for a silky texture. Chill overnight for the best flavor.

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