Best 4 Mocha Almond Cheesecake Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary creation that harmonizes the rich flavors of coffee, chocolate, and almonds – the Mocha Almond Cheesecake. This captivating dessert combines the creamy texture of cheesecake with the robust notes of mocha, creating a symphony of taste that will tantalize your palate. The decadent filling is nestled in a crisp almond crust, adding a delightful nutty crunch with every bite. Our collection of recipes offers variations to cater to different dietary preferences, including a gluten-free option for those with dietary restrictions. Whether you prefer a traditional baked cheesecake or a no-bake version, we have a recipe that will satisfy your sweet cravings. Additionally, discover a delightful vegan Mocha Almond Cheesecake that caters to those seeking plant-based alternatives without compromising on flavor. Elevate your dessert repertoire with this exquisite treat that seamlessly blends coffee, chocolate, and almonds, resulting in an unforgettable dessert experience.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

MOCHA ALMOND FUDGE CAKE



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This Mocha Almond Fudge cake has layers of moist almond and coffee-flavored cake with espresso buttercream swirled with chocolate fudge sauce. To finish it off, a silky chocolate buttercream with a chocolate ganache glaze and sliced almonds.

Provided by Julianne Dell

Categories     Cake

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 26

2 cups granulated sugar
½ cup vegetable oil
3 large eggs
2 teaspoons Rodelle pure almond extract
1 teaspoon Rodelle pure vanilla extract
½ cup light sour cream
2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons espresso powder (or finely ground coffee)
3 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 ¼ cups strong brewed coffee, cooled
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
3 cups powdered sugar
1 ½ teaspoons espresso powder
1 ½ tablespoons strong brewed coffee, cooled
1 teaspoon Rodelle pure vanilla extract
2/3 cup hot fudge sauce
1 ½ cups (3 sticks) unsalted butter
½ cup Rodelle dutch process cocoa powder
5 cups powdered sugar
2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
1 teaspoon Rodelle pure vanilla extract
1 ounce dark chocolate
2-3 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
1 tablespoon corn syrup
1/2 cup sliced almonds

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F. Prepare 3 8-inch round baking pans, line the bottom with parchment paper and grease the sides. Prepare your bake even stripes if desired.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, vanilla and almond extract. Beat on medium speed until the eggs and oil are well incorporated and the batter is lighter in color, about 2 minutes. Scrape down the bowl as needed.
  • Next mix in the sour cream and beat until well combined.
  • In a separate bowl, combine the dry ingredients: flour, espresso powder, baking powder and salt. Add half the dry ingredients and beat on low speed while pouring in half of the coffee and mix just until the flour starts to incorporate.
  • Finally add the remaining dry ingredients, mixing on low speed while pouring in the remaining coffee and beating until all of the ingredients are well combined.
  • Use a spatula to scrape down the sides of the bowl and stir the batter from the bottom to the top to ensure it's well mixed.
  • Divide the batter evenly between the three pans, about 1 2/3 cups of batter per pan. Bake at 350°F for 20-24 minutes. Rotate your pans in the oven halfway through baking.
  • Test the cake for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center of the cake. If the toothpick comes out clean, your cake is done. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely.
  • Cut the butter into pieces. Using the paddle attachment, whip butter for 3-4 minutes, scraping down the bowl occasionally. Beat until butter looks light in color.
  • Next add the powdered sugar, espresso powder and liquid ingredients. Beat at a low speed until the ingredients start to incorporate.
  • Once incorporated, whip at a high speed for 2-3 minutes until the frosting is light and airy. Place the frosting in a large piping bag and snip the end of the bag off about ½-inch up.
  • Cut the butter into pieces. Using the paddle attachment, whip butter for 3-4 minutes, scraping down the bowl occasionally. Beat until butter looks light in color. Next, beat the cocoa powder into the butter until well mixed.
  • Alternate adding 1 cup of powdered sugar at a time with the liquid ingredients: vanilla extract & heavy cream. Ensure all the powdered sugar is well combined, and once completed, whip for 3-4 minutes until the frosting is light and airy.
  • level off your cakes by removing any domes. Place a dollop of frosting on your cake board and place the bottom layer of cake on top.
  • Pipe half of the filling on the first layer by making 3 concentric circles from the outside edge to the middle, leaving a gap in between the circles.
  • Heat the hot fudge sauce for 30-45 seconds until it's warm (but not hot) and can be evenly stirred. Place the fudge in piping bag and cut off the tip. Fill in the gaps between the circles of frosting with hot fudge.
  • Spread evenly with an offset spatula to smooth out the top. Add the second layer of cake and repeat the above steps. Place the third layer of cake on top.
  • Take your offset spatula and spread any excess frosting from the edges around the outside of the cake.
  • Next, add a thin crumb coat with your chocolate frosting, making sure to fill in any gaps between the layers. Refrigerate this cake for 20 minutes.
  • Take ¾ of the remaining frosting and place in a large piping bag fitted with tip 789 (cake icing tip) or other large open round piping tip.
  • Pipe the chocolate frosting around the edges of the cake. Then use an offset spatula or icing smoother to create a smooth edge.
  • Use your hands to press the sliced almonds along the bottom edge of the cake.
  • In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate and 2 tablespoons of heavy whipping cream. Melt the chocolate in the microwave at 50% power in 30-second increments.
  • Once the chocolate is fully melted add the corn syrup and stir the mixture until it's well mixed. Add additional heavy whipping cream if needed to thin the chocolate. Use a spoon or piping bag to drizzle the ganache along the edges of the cake.
  • Use remaining chocolate frosting to pipe large rosettes on top of your cake and garnish with sliced almonds.

MOCHA ALMOND CHEESECAKE



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Make and share this Mocha Almond Cheesecake recipe from Food.com.

Provided by carolinafan

Categories     Cheesecake

Time 4h20m

Yield 1 9-inch cheesecake

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1 cup sugar, divided
1/3 cup butter or 1/3 cup margarine, melted
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
2 eggs
2 tablespoons amaretto liqueur
2 teaspoons instant coffee powder
1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300.
  • Combine graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar and melted butter. Press into bottom and 1-1/2 inches up side of 9-inch springform pan. Bake 15 minutes.
  • In large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese and remaining 3/4 cup sugar 5 minutes at medium speed of electric mixer; add eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Add liqueur and coffee powder, blending thoroughly; fold in almonds.
  • Pour into baked crust. Bake 40 minutes or until filling is set.
  • Shut off oven, open door and allow cheesecake to cool in oven.
  • When cool, remove from oven; remove rim of pan. Refrigerate to chill thoroughly before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 3104, Fat 190.4, SaturatedFat 95.8, Cholesterol 835, Sodium 2010.2, Carbohydrate 315, Fiber 9.9, Sugar 242.9, Protein 50.7

MOCHA TRUFFLE CHEESECAKE



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I went through a phase when I couldn't get enough cheesecake or coffee, so I created this rich dessert. Its brownie-like crust and creamy mocha layer really hit the spot. It's ideal for get-togethers because it can be made in advance. -Shannon Dormady, Great Falls, Montana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h10m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 package devil's food cake mix (regular size)
6 tablespoons butter, melted
1 large egg, room temperature
1 to 3 tablespoons instant coffee granules
FILLING/TOPPING:
2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips, melted and cooled
3 to 6 tablespoons instant coffee granules
1/4 cup hot water
3 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup confectioners' sugar
1/2 teaspoon almond extract
1 tablespoon baking cocoa, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, butter, egg and coffee granules until well blended. Press onto the bottom and 2 in. up the sides of a greased 10-in. springform pan., In another large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Beat in milk and melted chips. Dissolve coffee granules in water; add to cream cheese mixture. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined. Pour into crust. Place pan on a baking sheet. , Bake at 325° until center is almost set, 50-55 minutes. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; cool 1 hour longer. Chill overnight., Just before serving, in a large bowl, beat cream until soft peaks form. Beat in sugar and extract until stiff peaks form. Spread over top of cheesecake. Sprinkle with cocoa if desired. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 484 calories, Fat 28g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 109mg cholesterol, Sodium 389mg sodium, Carbohydrate 55g carbohydrate (41g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

MOCHA CHEESECAKE



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I've relied on this dessert many times when company comes calling, and it's never let me down. It's simple to make, which is a big plus.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 8-10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1-1/4 cups confectioners' sugar
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup baking cocoa
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
Dash salt
1/2 cup butter, melted
FILLING:
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon hot water
2 to 3 teaspoons instant coffee granules
Chocolate-covered coffee beans and whipped topping, optional

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the first five ingredients; sir in butter. Press onto the bottom and 1 in. up the sides of a greased 9-in. springform pan. Place pan on a baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are browned. Cool on a wire rack., In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and milk until smooth. Add eggs, beating on low speed just until combined. In a small bowl, combine water and coffee granules; let stand for 1 minute. Add to the creamed mixture; beat just until mixed. Pour into crust. Return pan to baking sheet., Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until center is almost set. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; cool 1 hour longer. Refrigerate overnight. , Remove sides of pan. Let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes before cutting. If desired, top with chocolate-covered coffee beans and whipped topping. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 418 calories, Fat 22g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 105mg cholesterol, Sodium 269mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (36g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will directly impact the taste of your cheesecake. Use real butter, cream cheese, and chocolate for the best results.
  • Don't overbeat the batter: Overbeating the batter can cause the cheesecake to be dense and crumbly. Mix the ingredients just until they are combined.
  • Bake the cheesecake in a water bath: This will help to prevent the cheesecake from cracking. Place the cheesecake pan in a larger pan filled with hot water.
  • Let the cheesecake cool completely before serving: This will help to prevent the cheesecake from falling apart. Let the cheesecake cool for at least 4 hours, or overnight.

Conclusion:

This mocha almond cheesecake is a delicious and decadent dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its rich chocolate flavor, creamy almond filling, and crunchy almond crust, this cheesecake is sure to be a hit. Follow the tips above to make sure your cheesecake turns out perfect.

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