Ingredients
FOR THE CRUST:
▢1 1/2 cup Oreo baking crumbs
▢5 tablespoons melted butter
FOR THE CHEESECAKE FILLING:
▢1 tablespoon espresso powder use up to 2 tablespoons for a more intense flavour and colour, if desired
▢2 tablespoons hot water
▢800 grams full fat cream cheese at room temperature (approximately 28 ounces)
▢1 1/4 cup powdered sugar sifted to remove lumps
▢200 grams dark or semi-sweet chocolate melted and cooled to just above room temperature (approximately 15 ounces)
▢1 1/2 cups whipped cream OR whipped topping at room temperature
FOR THE GANACHE:
▢240 grams semi-sweet chocolate
▢1 cup heavy cream.
