Indulge in the creamy, decadent goodness of Baileys Irish Cream Cheesecake with this easy-to-follow recipe. Perfect for special occasions or just a delightful dessert treat.
Author:Sarah
Prep Time:20 minutes
Cook Time:50 minutes
Total Time:6 hours
Yield:10 servings
Category:Dessert
Method:Baking
Cuisine:Irish
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
For the Crust:
200g digestive biscuits
100g unsalted butter, melted
For the Filling:
600g cream cheese, softened
150g caster sugar
200ml Baileys Irish Cream
3 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
200ml double cream
Instructions
Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 160°C (140°C fan).
Prepare the Crust: Crush the biscuits and mix with melted butter. Press into a 23cm springform tin.
Make the Filling: Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add Baileys, eggs, and vanilla, mixing well. Whip the double cream until thick and fold into the mixture.
Bake: Pour the mixture over the biscuit base and bake for 45-50 minutes until set.
Cool: Turn off the oven, leave the cheesecake inside for an hour, then cool completely.
Chill: Chill the cheesecake for at least 4 hours before serving.
Notes
Use room-temperature cream cheese for smoother blending.
Let the cheesecake cool slowly to prevent cracking.
Garnish with chocolate shavings or whipped cream if desired.