Description
This decadent Espresso-Infused Biscuit and Cream Cheese Cake combines the rich flavors of brewed espresso, creamy sweetened cream cheese, and light ladyfinger biscuits. No baking required, this chilled layered dessert offers a luscious texture with a subtle coffee kick, perfect for coffee lovers and special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
Espresso and Biscuits
- 1 1/2 cups brewed espresso (cooled)
- 24 ladyfinger biscuits (or any preferred plain biscuits)
Cream Cheese Filling
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
To Garnish
- Cocoa powder, for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling: Beat softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract in a mixing bowl until smooth and creamy. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture to maintain a light and fluffy texture.
- Soak the Biscuits: Dip each ladyfinger biscuit briefly into the cooled brewed espresso, coating both sides but taking care not to soak them through, to keep their structure intact while absorbing coffee flavor.
- Layer the Cake: In an 8×8 inch dish, arrange a layer of soaked biscuits to cover the bottom evenly. Spread a generous layer of the cream cheese filling atop the biscuits. Repeat this process, alternating layers of soaked biscuits and cream cheese mixture, ending with a final cream cheese layer on top.
- Chill: Cover the assembled cake and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, allowing the layers to set and the flavors to meld beautifully.
- Serve: Before serving, dust the top layer of cream cheese with cocoa powder for an optional elegant touch. Slice and enjoy this luscious, espresso-infused cake chilled.
Notes
- Use ladyfinger biscuits or any plain, light biscuits that absorb espresso well without disintegrating.
- Ensure the espresso is cooled before dipping biscuits to prevent sogginess and premature melting of filling.
- For a less sweet dessert, adjust powdered sugar to taste.
- For a firmer cake, allow chilling overnight.
- The cocoa powder topping is optional but adds a lovely slight bitterness that complements the sweet, creamy layers.
