If you love a good cheesecake and a good coffee, you are going to be head over heels for this Instant Pot tiramisu cheesecake! This cheesecake is full of coffee flavor and comes out so creamy in the Instant Pot. Let me show you how to make this tiramisu cheesecake, topped with a chocolate covered espresso bean!

Just when you think that you’ve tried every known cheesecake to man, I can assure you that you’ve never had a cheesecake quite like this Instant Pot Tiramisu Cheesecake. Not only is it crazy simple because your Instant Pot does all the hard work but it’s creamy and sweet and will have you scraping the plate for “just one more taste”. 

I’ve used my Instant Pot for a lot of things over the years but cheesecake just so happens to be one of my favorite desserts that I can bake up in it. It’s like it just knows how to make my cheesecake perfect every single time. And for that reason, I’ll continue to use it from here on all for all my cheesecake needs. 

What is Tiramisu Cheesecake? 

I’d be lying if I didn’t say that it’s literally heaven in your mouth. This Instant Pot Cheesecake tastes just like that Italian tiramisu dessert that we all love and adore but takes it to a whole other level with an awesome crust and creamy texture. 

Instant Pot Tiramisu Ingredients

Don’t let the list of ingredients scare you off. I promise you – the end result is 100% worth it. 

• Ladyfingers
• Chocolate Graham Crackers
• Espresso Powder
• Butter
• Cream Cheese
• Mascarpone Cheese
• Sugar
• Eggs
• Powder Sugar
• Instant Espresso Powder
• Coffee Liqueur
• Vanilla
•  Cocoa Powder
• Chocolate covered espresso beans

Ladyfingers – Don’t leave these out. They really add to the texture of the dish! You can find them in the deli section or the Italian food aisle.

Chocolate Graham Crackers – Using chocolate graham crackers is what makes the crust so good. You can buy pre-crushed or whole graham crackers and crush them yourself.

Espresso Powder  – This really brings in the coffee flavor and is a staple in classic tiramisu. Make sure to grab a higher quality instant espresso powder for this recipe.

Butter – Use non-salted butter for this recipe. You don’t want your cheesecake to be overly salty.

Cream Cheese – Make certain that you let it get to room temperature or it’s going to be lumpy. 

Mascarpone Cheese – Often compared to cream cheese but this has a higher fat content. It’s a soft cheese used in Italian dishes.

Sugar – Regular sugar to adds the sweetness to this tiramisu cheesecake.

Powder Sugar – Another simple way to add in sweetness. 

Coffee Liqueur – Gives that famous Tiramisu flavor. You can use something like Bailey’s or Kahlua here.

 Cocoa Powder – Used for the light dusting on the top of Instant Pot cheesecake. 

Chocolate covered espresso beans – These are optional but make a great touch on this tiramisu cheesecake. You can make your own chocolate espresso beans or buy them.

How to make Tiramisu Cheesecake in the Instant Pot

Once you have gathered all your ingredients you will also need to grab:

• 8-inch spring form pan
• non stick cooking spray
• parchment paper
• mixing bowls
• hand mixer
• pastry brush
• spatula

To make the crust: 

1. Spray an 8-inch spring form pan with non-stick cooking spray. Cut a piece of parchment paper in a circle the size of the bottom of your pan and fit paper into the bottom of the pan.

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2. Combine all dry ingredients needed for the crust.

3. Add melted butter and mix until it is the consistency of damp sand.

4. Scoop mixture into pan and press into bottom and up the sides about an inch.

5. Place crust into the freezer while preparing filling.

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Cheesecake Filling

1. In mixer bowl, mix cream cheese, mascarpone, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

2. Add eggs, powdered sugar, 2 tbsp. coffee liqueur, espresso powder, and mix until smooth and combined.

3. Pour half of the mixture into cheesecake crust.

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4. Open ladyfingers in half and use halves. Layer ladyfingers on top of filling. You will use 8-12 ladyfinger halves. Liberally brush tops of ladyfingers with the reserved 2 tbsp. coffee liqueur.

5. Pour remainder of filling on top of ladyfingers.

6. Cover pan with foil sealing edges. Poke a small hole in the top of the foil to allow steam to escape.

7. Place the cheesecake pan on the trivet that comes with your Instant Pot. Add 1 c. of water to Instant Pot and lower the pan into the Instant Pot.

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8. Replace the lid of Instant Pot and seal according to your Instant Pot Instructions.

9. Cook on high pressure for 55 min. Allow pressure to release for 10 minutes, then manually release the remaining pressure. The cheesecake should jiggle only in the center when done. If the whole cake jiggles, cook for another 5 min.

10. Cool cheesecake on wire rack.

Icing

1. In a large bowl, mix cream cheese, mascarpone, and butter until light and fluffy.

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2. Add coffee liqueur and espresso powder and mix until thoroughly combined.

3. Slowly add powdered sugar and mix until smooth.

4. Spread icing across the top of cheesecake about a ¼-½ inch thick. Be sure to save some for the piping border if you choose to add it.

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5. Sprinkle cocoa powder on top.

6. You can stop at this point, but if you want the cheesecake a bit fancier, you can add a piped border around the edge of the cake. I used a 1M Wilton piping tip in a simple shell border.

7. Chocolate covered coffee beans can be added as a garnish.

8. Chill for several hours before serving.

How to store leftover cheesecake

If you’re lucky enough to have some of this Instant Pot Cheesecake leftover, just store it in the fridge and have it covered with aluminum foil or place it in a container with a lid. It’s as simple as that! 

Can you freeze cheesecake? 

For sure! You can easily freeze it whole or freeze whatever slices you have leftover as well. It’s really versatile and will thaw and taste just the same. Just make certain to store it in a freezer-safe container so that no air gets in at all. 

More Cheesecake recipes

Love cheesecake? Me, too. Here are some more cheesecake recipes to have on your baking radar. 

• Mint Chocolate Cheesecake
• Brownie Bottom Peanut Butter Cheesecake
• Salted Caramel Cheesecake Cups
• Instant Pot Pumpkin Cheesecake

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