Ingredients

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup whipped cream
  • 1 2 powdered sugar
  • 1 4 cup strong brewed coffee, cooled
  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup chocolate cookie crumbs
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 0 for garnish dark chocolate shavings or cocoa nibs

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with a hand mixer until smooth and creamy.
  2. Add in the powdered sugar, cocoa powder, cooled brewed coffee, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined and the mixture is fluffy.
  3. Gently fold in the whipped cream until fully incorporated, creating a light and airy mocha cheesecake filling.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine the chocolate cookie crumbs with the melted butter. Mix until the crumbs are fully coated and resemble wet sand.
  5. In small jars or dessert cups, layer the cheesecake filling and the chocolate cookie mixture. Start with a layer of cookie crumbs, followed by a layer of mocha filling, and repeat until you reach the top of the jar.
  6. Finish with a final layer of whipped cream or a sprinkle of cookie crumbs on top. Add dark chocolate shavings or cocoa nibs for garnish.
  7. Refrigerate the jars for at least 2 hours to set before serving.

💡 Chef's Notes

Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to set.

Recipe by Eleanor Whitford - Culinary Writer