Mini Chocolate Tiramisu Cheesecake (Rich, Creamy & Decadent)

1. Description

This Mini Chocolate Tiramisu Cheesecake is basically a dessert combo that hits all dopamine receptors 😮‍🔥

• Bottom: rich chocolate brownie-like base
• Middle: silky espresso cheesecake
• Top: cocoa dust + chocolate curls

👉 Taste vibe: tiramisu × cheesecake × brownie = cực cuốn

2. Prep Time & Yield

• Prep time: 25 minutes
• Bake time: 30 minutes
• Chill time: 4 hours (or overnight)
• Servings: 6 mini cheesecakes

3. Ingredients

Chocolate Base

• 150 g dark chocolate (melted)
• 80 g butter
• 100 g sugar
• 2 eggs
• 80 g all-purpose flour
• 2 tbsp cocoa powder
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Cheesecake Layer

• 250 g cream cheese (softened)
• 120 ml heavy cream
• 80 g sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 tbsp espresso (strong brewed coffee)

Topping

• Cocoa powder (for dusting)
• Chocolate curls or shaved chocolate
• Optional: chocolate ganache drizzle

4. Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Base

1. Preheat oven to 170°C (340°F)
2. Melt chocolate + butter together
3. Whisk in sugar → then eggs → vanilla
4. Fold in flour + cocoa powder
5. Pour into lined muffin molds (½ height)

👉 Bake for 10–12 minutes, slightly underbaked is okay

Step 2: Make Cheesecake Layer

1. Beat cream cheese until smooth
2. Add sugar → mix well
3. Add eggs one at a time
4. Mix in cream, vanilla, espresso, cornstarch

👉 Texture should be silky, not too runny

Step 3: Bake Cheesecake

1. Pour cheesecake mixture over chocolate base
2. Bake at 160°C (320°F) for 18–22 minutes
3. Center should still slightly jiggle

Step 4: Chill

• Let cool completely
• Refrigerate at least 4 hours (best overnight)

Step 5: Finish & Decorate

• Dust cocoa powder on top
• Add chocolate curls
• Optional: drizzle ganache

5. Pro Tips

• Use room temp cream cheese → no lumps
• Don’t overbake → keeps texture creamy
• Espresso must be strong & cooled
• Chill long enough → flavor develops deeper

6. Flavor Variations

Extra Coffee Kick ☕

• Add espresso powder to batter

Alcohol Version 🍸

• Add 1 tbsp coffee liqueur (like Kahlúa)

No-Bake Version ❄️

• Skip eggs + use gelatin

7. Serving Ideas

Perfect for:

• Date night desserts
• Cafe-style plating