Baileys Chocolate Mint Fusion Cheesecake

The Baileys Choc Mint Cheesecake is a dessert that offers an escape into a world where chocolate richness and minty freshness coexist in perfect harmony. Starting with a base made from finely crushed chocolate biscuits, combined with the warm, melted butter, this foundation is pressed firmly into a pan to create a solid layer that’s ready to support the luxurious filling. The blend of smooth cream cheese and whipping cream forms the backbone of the filling, which is then elevated to a new dimension with the addition of Baileys Irish Cream, providing a subtle whiskey hint, and the Brown Crème de Cacao for a deep chocolate flavor.

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Baileys Choc Mint Cheesecake Recipe

Calories: 433kcal

Prep Time: 20

Cook Time: 4

Total Time: 4 20

The Baileys Choc Mint Cheesecake is a refreshing take on the classic dessert, infusing the creamy indulgence of Baileys with a bright minty twist. Each layer of this cheesecake tells a story of flavor harmony, beginning with a crunchy chocolate biscuit base that sets the tone for the layers to come. As the base cools and hardens, it promises to hold a rich and smooth filling that's a delicate balance of sweet and tangy, thanks to the lemon juice and sugar.

When the Baileys Irish Cream joins forces with the Brown Crème de Cacao, it creates a mocha-infused mixture that's both bold and smooth. The addition of Crème de Menthe brings a refreshing minty contrast, while the mint chocolate crisps provide a satisfying crunch. This cheesecake isn't just a treat for the palate but also a feast for the eyes, with its layered appearance offering a hint of the minty delight that awaits within.

Ingredients

Base:

250 g chocolate biscuits
125 g butter

Filling:

125 ml boiling water
1 tablespoon gelatin
180 g sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
250 g cream cheese
300 ml cream
1 mint crisp chocolate bar
30 ml Baileys Irish Cream
60 ml Brown Crème de Cacao (Chocolate Liqueur)
45 ml Crème de Menthe (Mint Liqueur)

Instructions

Finely crush biscuits; combine with butter. Press into a springform pan; chill to set.
Dissolve gelatin in boiling water. Mix sugar, lemon juice, cream cheese, and cream until smooth. Add gelatin, Baileys, and Brown Crème de Cacao; divide in two.
Stir crumbled mint chocolate into the first half; pour over base. Chill slightly.
Blend second half with Crème de Menthe; pour over the first layer. Chill to set.
Garnish with additional mint chocolate before serving.

Estimated Nutrition:

Calories: 433kcal (22%)Carbohydrates: 44g (15%)Protein: 5g (10%)Fat: 25g (38%)Saturated Fat: 14g (88%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 61mg (20%)Sodium: 199mg (9%)Potassium: 139mg (4%)Fiber: 1g (4%)Sugar: 35g (39%)Vitamin A: 801IU (16%)Vitamin C: 1mg (1%)Calcium: 65mg (7%)Iron: 3mg (17%)

Dessert

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