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Easy Creamy Irish Cream Cheesecake Recipe for Beginners to Impress

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A smooth, dreamy cheesecake infused with Irish cream liqueur, perfect for beginners and special occasions. This recipe is quick, easy, and yields a creamy, crowd-pleasing dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs (about 10 full sheets)
  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 24 ounces (680g) cream cheese, softened (full-fat)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • ½ cup Irish cream liqueur (Baileys or preferred brand)
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • Optional toppings: whipped cream, chocolate shavings or cocoa powder, chopped toasted nuts (pecans or walnuts)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Stir until mixture resembles wet sand and holds together when pressed.
  2. Press crust mixture evenly into bottom of 9-inch springform pan, about 1 inch thick. Use bottom of glass or measuring cup to pack firmly. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove and let cool.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese with electric mixer on medium speed until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
  4. Add sugar and mix until combined with no lumps.
  5. Beat in eggs one at a time, fully incorporating each before adding the next. Scrape down sides as needed.
  6. Mix in Irish cream liqueur, vanilla extract, sour cream, and flour. Beat on low speed just until smooth; avoid overmixing.
  7. Pour filling over cooled crust and smooth top with spatula. Tap pan gently on counter to release air bubbles.
  8. Bake on middle rack for 50-60 minutes until edges are set but center jiggles slightly. A toothpick inserted near center should come out with a few moist crumbs.
  9. Turn off oven and leave cheesecake inside with door slightly open for 1 hour to cool gradually.
  10. Remove cheesecake from oven, cool completely at room temperature, then refrigerate at least 4 hours or overnight.
  11. Carefully release springform pan sides. Add optional toppings like whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or nuts just before serving.

Notes

Use softened cream cheese to avoid lumps. Add eggs one at a time to prevent cracking. Cool cheesecake gradually in oven with door slightly open to avoid cracks. Optional water bath not required but can be used. Room temperature eggs blend better. For gluten-free, substitute graham crackers with almond flour or gluten-free crumbs. For dairy-free, use vegan cream cheese and coconut cream but texture will differ.

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