Hazelnut Frangelico Cheesecake  – A Nutty Twist on a Classic Dessert

Get ready to swoon over the Chocolate Swirl Frangelico Cheesecake, where every slice is a party of hazelnutty goodness! It’s like a chocolate biscuit and butter threw a bash, invited a creamy, dreamy cheese mix spiked with Frangelico, and decided to top it all off with a shower of chocolate flake confetti. Whether you’re sharing (or not – no judgment here!), this cheeky cheesecake is all about those “oohs” and “aahs” and “can I have another piece” moments!

Frangelico Cheesecake Recipe

Feast your senses on the Frangelico Cheesecake, a divine concoction that promises to delight with its harmonious blend of flavors. The adventure begins with a chocolate biscuit base, its crunchiness a perfect contrast to the silky smoothness of the filling. Melted butter binds the base, giving it a rich firmness that holds up the lavish layers to come.

Above this luscious base lies the heart of the cheesecake—a creamy, dreamy filling where cream cheese meets the warming hug of Frangelico liqueur. Sweetened with sugar and brightened with a hint of lemon, each bite is a journey through texture and taste. The gelatin ensures a flawless consistency, setting the stage for the grand finale—a generous sprinkling of flakey chocolate bar that adds a playful finish to this sophisticated dessert.

Prep Time 20 minutes minutes

Cook Time 4 hours hours

Total Time 4 hours hours 20 minutes minutes

Servings 10 serving

Calories 399kcal

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
• 180 ml Frangelico (Hazelnut Liqueur)
• 30 g flakey chocolate bar

Instructions

• Crush biscuits finely; mix with melted butter. Press into a springform pan; chill to set.
• Dissolve gelatin in boiling water. Blend sugar, lemon juice, cream cheese, and cream until smooth. Incorporate cooled gelatin and Frangelico.
• Pour filling over base, sprinkle with crumbled chocolate. Chill until set.
• Top cheesecake with remaining chocolate crumbles before serving.

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Course Dessert

Cuisine Dessert

Keyword dessert

Frangelico Cheesecake – Indulgent and Irresistible

The Frangelico Cheesecake is a dessert that speaks to the soul, a sumptuous treat that combines the indulgence of chocolate with the aromatic richness of Frangelico liqueur. It starts with a base made from crushed chocolate biscuits, each crumb mixed with the warmth of melted butter to create a firm, inviting layer that’s refrigerated to achieve the perfect set. This crust acts as the bedrock for the filling, a testament to texture and flavor.

In a dance of sweetness and subtlety, the filling is composed of cream cheese and cream, beaten until smooth, then sweetened with sugar. The gelatin mixture is introduced to ensure a firm set, while the Frangelico liqueur weaves in its hazelnut essence, creating an intoxicating aroma that permeates through the cake. A tangy touch of lemon juice cuts through the richness, ensuring that each bite is as refreshing as it is indulgent. Sprinkled atop this creamy masterpiece is a layer of flakey chocolate, introducing a delicate crunch that sings in harmony with the velvety filling.

Chill this ensemble and what emerges is a cheesecake that’s both elegant and comforting. It’s a dessert that doesn’t just satisfy a sweet craving but celebrates the alchemy of baking. The Frangelico Cheesecake is a fitting finale to any meal, a luxurious treat that pairs as well with coffee as it does with a glass of dessert wine