Indulge in Earl Grey Mousse Cheesecake Delight Today!
Experience the enchanting flavors of Earl Grey tea in a creamy, velvety cheesecake layered with a light and airy mousse. This dessert is perfect for any occasion and will leave your guests asking for seconds!
- Prep Time: 30 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup melted butter
- ¼ cup sugar
- 16 ounces cream cheese
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons loose Earl Grey tea (or 2 tea bags)
- 2 teaspoons unflavored gelatin
- 2 tablespoons cold water
- 1 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Prepare the crust: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, combine 1 ½ cups of graham cracker crumbs with ½ cup of melted butter and ¼ cup of sugar. Mix until the crumbs are well coated. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for about 10 minutes and then let it cool while you prepare the filling.
- Brew the Earl Grey: In a small saucepan, heat 1 cup of heavy whipping cream until just simmering. Remove from heat and add 2 tablespoons of loose Earl Grey tea (or 2 tea bags). Let it steep for about 15 minutes, then strain the mixture to remove the tea leaves. Let the cream cool to room temperature.
- Make the mousse: In a mixing bowl, beat 16 ounces of cream cheese until smooth and creamy. Gradually add ¾ cup of sugar and mix until fully incorporated. Slowly pour in the cooled Earl Grey-infused cream and continue to mix until smooth.
- Prepare the gelatin: In a small bowl, sprinkle 2 teaspoons of unflavored gelatin over 2 tablespoons of cold water. Allow it to bloom for about 5 minutes. Then, gently heat the mixture in the microwave for about 10 seconds until dissolved. Make sure it’s not too hot, and stir it into the cream cheese mixture.
- Whip the cream: In another bowl, whip 1 cup of heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold this whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until fully combined. Be careful not to deflate the whipped cream.
- Combine and chill: Pour the mousse mixture over the cooled crust in the springform pan. Smooth the top and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for the best results.
- Serve: Once set, carefully remove the sides of the springform pan. If desired, you can garnish with whipped cream, chocolate shavings, or even a sprinkle of dried Earl Grey tea leaves before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
Keywords: For an extra burst of flavor, consider adding a teaspoon of vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture. The longer you let the cheesecake set, the better the flavors meld together. Overnight chilling is ideal. Pair your cheesecake with a cup of Earl Grey tea for a delightful afternoon treat! This cheesecake can be made a few days in advance, making it a great option for gatherings.