Best 9 Mocha Truffle Cheesecake Recipes

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Indulge in the symphony of flavors with our Mocha Truffle Cheesecake, a delightful dessert that tantalizes the senses. This luscious cheesecake combines the richness of coffee, the velvety smoothness of chocolate, and the creamy decadence of a classic cheesecake, resulting in an extraordinary culinary experience. With a graham cracker crust, a creamy mocha filling, and a luscious chocolate truffle topping, this cheesecake is a true masterpiece. Dive into the detailed recipe to discover the secrets behind crafting this exceptional dessert, along with variations for a white chocolate truffle cheesecake and a gluten-free version, ensuring everyone can savor this irresistible treat.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

LAYERED MOCHA CHEESECAKE



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In my search for the perfect mocha cheesecake, I ended up combining a few of my favorite recipes to create this delicious version. It's as much a feast for the eyes as for the palate! -Sue Gronholz, Beaver Dam, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 1h30m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1-1/2 cups Oreo cookie crumbs
1/4 cup butter, melted
FILLING:
2 tablespoons plus 1-1/2 teaspoons instant coffee granules
1 tablespoon hot water
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
4 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1-1/2 cups sugar
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
4 large eggs, lightly beaten
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips, melted and cooled
GLAZE:
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
3 tablespoons butter
Chocolate-covered coffee beans, optional

Steps:

  • Place a greased 9-in. springform pan on a double thickness of heavy-duty foil (about 18 in. square). Securely wrap foil around pan. , In a small bowl, mix cookie crumbs and butter; press onto the bottom of prepared pan. In another bowl, mix the coffee granules, hot water and cinnamon; set aside. , In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, flour and vanilla until smooth. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined. , Divide batter in half. Stir melted chocolate into one portion; pour over crust. Stir coffee mixture into the remaining batter; spoon over chocolate layer. Place springform pan in a large baking pan; add 1 in. of hot water to larger pan. , Bake at 325° for 60-65 minutes or until center is just set and top appears dull. Remove springform pan from water bath; remove foil. Cool cheesecake on a wire rack for 10 minutes; loosen sides from pan with a knife. Cool 1 hour longer. Refrigerate overnight., Remove rim from pan. For glaze, in a microwave, melt chocolate chips and butter; stir until smooth. Spread over cheesecake. Top with coffee beans if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 535 calories, Fat 37g fat (21g saturated fat), Cholesterol 128mg cholesterol, Sodium 295mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (39g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 8g 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.

MOCHA TRUFFLES



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 4h10m

Yield 20 truffles

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Put 12 ounces chopped semisweet chocolate in a heatproof bowl. Bring 1 cup heavy cream, 1 tablespoon butter and a pinch of salt to a simmer in a saucepan; pour over the chocolate. Let sit until melted, then stir until smooth. Add 1/4 cup espresso and 1 teaspoon vanilla stir until smooth and shiny. Pour into a shallow baking dish and refrigerate until firm, at least 3 hours. Roll tablespoonfuls of the chocolate into about 20 balls, then roll in shredded coconut, cocoa powder or crushed peppermint candies. Refrigerate until firm, at least 1 hour.

MOCHA TRUFFLE CHEESECAKE



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Surprise your guests with this luscious dessert - coffee flavored cheesecake topped with white chocolate and sour cream.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 5h

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups chocolate cookie crumbs
1/3 cup butter, melted
8 oz. bittersweet chocolate
2 (8-oz.) pkg. cream cheese, softened
2/3 cup sugar
3 eggs
2 (8-oz.) containers sour cream
4 teaspoons instant coffee granules or crystals
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/4 teaspoon salt
44 square milk chocolate truffles with a smooth filling (from three 3.5-oz. pkg.)
4 oz. white chocolate baking bar
1 (8-oz.) container sour cream

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. In medium bowl, combine crust ingredients; mix well. Press in bottom and 1 1/2 inches up sides of ungreased 10-inch springform pan.
  • Melt bittersweet chocolate as directed on package. Cool 5 minutes or until slightly cooled. In large bowl, combine cream cheese and sugar; beat until smooth. Add eggs 1 at a time, beating just until blended. Add cooled chocolate; mix well. Add 2 containers sour cream, instant coffee granules, vanilla and salt; beat until smooth. Stir in 36 of the truffles. Pour into crust-lined pan.
  • Bake at 350°F. for 45 to 55 minutes or until edges are set. Turn off oven; let stand in oven with door slightly ajar for 10 minutes. Cool in pan on wire rack for 30 minutes. Refrigerate 3 hours or until chilled.
  • Before serving, remove sides of pan. Melt white chocolate baking bar as directed on package. Add about half of the container of sour cream; beat until smooth. Stir in remaining sour cream. Spread over top of cooled cheesecake.
  • Cut remaining 8 truffles in half diagonally. Place cut side down around edge of cheesecake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 550, Carbohydrate 41 g, Cholesterol 105 mg, Fat 8, Fiber 1 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 24 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 290 mg, Sugar 35 g

MOCHA CHEESECAKE



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

Provided by SweetsLady

Categories     Cheesecake

Time 1h15m

Yield 1 cheesecake, 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 1/2 cups graham crackers, crushed (I use 1 pkg)
1/3 cup cocoa
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1/3 cup butter or 1/3 cup margarine, melted
3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1 cup sugar
3 eggs
8 ounces semisweet chocolate
1/2 cup whipping cream
2 tablespoons whipping cream
1 cup sour cream
4 teaspoons instant coffee granules
2 teaspoons vanilla
1 cup whipping cream
2 tablespoons powdered sugar
2 teaspoons instant coffee granules
chocolate curls
chocolate-covered coffee beans

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325.
  • Crust:.
  • Stir together graham crumbs, sugar, and butter. Press into 9 inch springform pan.
  • Filling:.
  • Combine cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add eggs in one at a time on low speed until combined.
  • Dissolve coffee granules with whipping cream.
  • Melt chocolate with whipping cream on top of double boiler or in microwave. Be careful not to scorch. Cool slightly.
  • Add chocolate mixture to cream cheese and blend well. Stir in sour cream and vanilla. Beat until smooth. Pour mixture into prepared pan. (I usually smack the pan down several times on the counter to get the air bubbles out.).
  • Bake in oven for 45 minutes - 1 hour or until set. Do not overbake. Leave cake in oven and door ajar with heat turned off for 45 minutes. Remove cake from oven. Chill overnight.
  • Flavored Whipping Cream:.
  • Just before serving, dissolve coffee into whipping cream and whip. Add in powdered sugar after soft peaks form and beat until stiffer peaks form. Garnish cake with flavored whipping cream. You may also garnish with chocolate curls, chocolate covered coffee beans, etc. :).
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 486.1, Fat 39.6, SaturatedFat 23, Cholesterol 132.5, Sodium 245.9, Carbohydrate 31.7, Fiber 3, Sugar 21.7, Protein 7.3

MOCHA TRUFFLES



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Nothing compares to the melt-in-your-mouth flavor of these truffles...or to the simplicity of the recipe. Whenever I make them for my family or friends, they're quickly devoured. No one has to know how easy they are to prepare! -Stacy Abell, Olathe, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield 5-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 packages (12 ounces each) semisweet chocolate chips
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
3 tablespoons instant coffee granules
2 teaspoons water
1 pound dark chocolate candy coating, coarsely chopped
White candy coating, optional

Steps:

  • In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips; stir until smooth. Beat in cream cheese. Dissolve coffee in water; add to cream cheese and beat until smooth. , Chill until firm enough to shape. Shape into 1-in. balls and place on waxed paper-lined baking sheets. Chill until firm, 1-2 hours. , In a microwave, melt chocolate coating; stir until smooth. Dip balls in chocolate; allow excess to drip off. Place on waxed paper; let stand until set. If desired, melt white coating and drizzle over truffles.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 73 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 11mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

MOCHA TRUFFLES



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These are a favorite of the cookie exchange, originally from a co-worker who is a much better cook than I.

Provided by Janice Reeves

Categories     Desserts     Candy Recipes     Truffle Recipes

Time 2h35m

Yield 66

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (24 ounce) bag semi-sweet chocolate chips
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
3 tablespoons instant coffee granules
2 teaspoons water
6 ounces semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 tablespoon shortening

Steps:

  • Line a baking sheet with waxed paper.
  • Melt 24 ounces chocolate chips in a microwave-safe glass or ceramic bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring after each melting, 1 to 3 minutes. Mix cream cheese, coffee granules, and water into melted chocolate until smooth. Chill chocolate mixture until firm enough to shape, about 30 minutes.
  • Shape chocolate mixture into 1-inch balls and place on the prepared baking sheet. Chill truffles until firm, at least 1 to 2 hours.
  • Melt 6 ounces chocolate chips and shortening in a microwave-safe glass or ceramic bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring after each melting, for 1 to 3 minutes.
  • Dip truffles in the melted chocolate mixture and return to the waxed paper. Set aside until firm, at least 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 75.5 calories, Carbohydrate 8 g, Cholesterol 3.8 mg, Fat 5.3 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 11.3 mg, Sugar 6.8 g

MOCHA-FUDGE CHEESECAKE



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If you can't decide whether you like chocolate or coffee more, this pie-shaped cheesecake is for you!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 3h55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon instant coffee granules or crystals
3 tablespoons coffee-flavored liqueur
2 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup granulated sugar
3/4 cup Original Bisquick™ mix
1 teaspoon vanilla
3 eggs
3 oz semisweet baking chocolate, melted, cooled
1 oz semisweet baking chocolate, melted, cooled
2 tablespoons powdered sugar
1 tablespoon coffee-flavored liqueur, if desired
1 container (8 oz) sour cream
1 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Grease 9-inch glass pie plate. In small bowl, mix coffee and liqueur until coffee is dissolved.
  • In large bowl, beat coffee mixture and remaining cheesecake ingredients with electric mixer on high speed 2 minutes, scraping bowl frequently. Pour into pie plate.
  • Bake about 35 minutes or until center is firm and puffed. Cool 5 minutes (cheesecake top will be cracked).
  • In small bowl, mix 1 ounce chocolate, the powdered sugar and 1 tablespoon liqueur until well blended. Stir in sour cream and 1 teaspoon vanilla. Carefully spread topping over cheesecake. Refrigerate at least 3 hours before serving. Store in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 520, Carbohydrate 39 g, Cholesterol 160 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 10 g, SaturatedFat 21 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 360 mg

MOCHA TRUFFLE TREES



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I serve my layered, Kahlua-spiked wedges every year at our annual Christmas party. They're so decadent, and the Pirouette cookies for the tree trunks make them fun. -Erica Janssen, Lindstrom, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 cup chocolate wafer crumbs
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup butter, melted
WHITE CHOCOLATE LAYER:
6 ounces white baking chocolate, finely chopped
3 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon Kahlua (coffee liqueur)
1 teaspoon almond extract
CHOCOLATE LAYER:
2 cups semisweet chocolate chips, finely chopped
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1 tablespoon butter
2 tablespoons Kahlua (coffee liqueur)
1-1/2 teaspoons instant coffee granules
1 teaspoon almond extract
DECORATIONS:
6 Pirouette cookies, cut crosswise in half
Additional white baking chocolate, melted or white chocolate shavings

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the cookie crumbs, sugar and butter; press onto the bottom of a greased 9-inch springform pan. Bake at 350° for 5-7 minutes or until set. Cool on a wire rack., Place white baking chocolate in a small bowl. In a small saucepan, bring cream and butter just to a boil. Pour over white chocolate; whisk until smooth. Stir in Kahlua and almond extract; spoon into crust. Place in freezer while preparing chocolate layer., Place chocolate chips a small bowl. In a small saucepan, bring cream and butter just to a boil. Pour over chocolate; whisk until smooth. Stir in the Kahlua, coffee granules and almond extract; spoon over white chocolate layer. Refrigerate for 2 hours or until set., To serve, carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; remove sides. Cut tart into 12 wedges; place on individual plates. Insert a halved Pirouette into the wide end of each slice. Decorate with white chocolate to resemble Christmas trees.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature before you start baking. This will help ensure that the cheesecake bakes evenly.
  • Use a springform pan to make the cheesecake. This will make it easy to remove the cheesecake from the pan after it has baked.
  • Bake the cheesecake in a water bath. This will help prevent the cheesecake from cracking.
  • Chill the cheesecake for at least 4 hours, or overnight, before serving. This will allow the cheesecake to set properly.
  • Garnish the cheesecake with grated chocolate, cocoa powder, or whipped cream before serving.

Conclusion:

This mocha truffle cheesecake is a delicious and decadent dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its creamy chocolate filling, rich ganache topping, and crunchy Oreo crust, this cheesecake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a special dessert to make, give this mocha truffle cheesecake a try. You won't be disappointed!

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