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Ingredients
- 1 c
- graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 c
- sugar
- 1/4 c
- butter, melted
- 1 pkg
- unflavored gelatin (1 envelope)
- 1/2 c
- cold water
- 1 c
- sugar
- 3 large
- eggs, separated
- 16 oz
- cream cheese, softened
- 2 Tbsp
- cocoa powder
- 2 Tbsp
- bourbon
- 1 c
- whipping cream, whipped
How to Make Festive Irish Cream Cheesecake
- 1Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar and butter; press onto bottom of 9-inch springform pan.
- 2Soften gelatin in water, stir over low heat until dissolved.
- 3Blend in 3/4 cup sugar and beaten egg yolks; cook stirring constantly, over low heat, 3 minutes.
- 4Combine cream cheese and cocoa, mixing at medium speed on electric mixer until well blended.
- 5Gradually add gelatin mixture and bourbon, mixing until well blended.
- 6Chill until thickened, but not set.
- 7Beat egg whites until foamy; gradually adding the remaining sugar, beating until stiff peaks form.
- 8Fold egg whites and whipped cream into cheese mixture and pour over crust.
- 9Chill until firm.
- 10Garnish with chocolate curls and small silver candy balls, if desired.
- 11VARIATION: Substitute 2 tablespoons cold coffee for bourbon or if you want something festive for St. Patrick's Day, try Bailey's!
About Festive Irish Cream Cheesecake
Course/Dish: Cakes
Other Tag: Quick & Easy
