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Overview:

Baileys Irish Cream Cheesecake is a delightful dessert that pays homage to the rich history and flavors of Ireland. This decadent cheesecake combines the smoothness of Baileys Irish Cream with the creamy texture of cheesecake, topped with fresh strawberries for a burst of fruity sweetness. Perfect for any occasion, especially St. Patrick’s Day festivities!

• Preparation Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
• Total Time: 2 hours 40 minutes
• Servings: 8
• Yield: 1 of the best cheesecakes you have ever tasted

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups vanilla wafer crumbs
• 8 tablespoons butter
• 5 teaspoons gelatin
• 5 tablespoons water
• 8 ounces cream cheese
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1/4 cup Baileys Irish Cream
• Fresh strawberries for garnish

Instructions:

1. Prepare Vanilla Wafer Crumbs:

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   • Place vanilla wafers in a plastic bag and finely crush them until you have 1 1/2 cups of crumbs.
   • Transfer the crumbs to a small mixing bowl.

2. Make Crust:

   • Melt the butter in a small saucepan.
   • Mix the melted butter with the crushed vanilla wafer crumbs until well combined.

3. Press Crust:

   • Press the wafer and butter mixture firmly into the base of an 8-inch cake or pie tin to form the crust.

4. Dissolve Gelatin:

   • Dissolve the gelatin in just enough cold water to soften it, then set aside.

5. Prepare Cheesecake Filling:

   • In a large mixing bowl, beat together the cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth and well combined.
   • In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
   • Fold in the Baileys Irish Cream into the whipped cream until fully incorporated.

6. Combine Ingredients:

   • Gently fold the Baileys and cream mixture into the cream cheese and sugar mixture until smooth.
   • Add the dissolved gelatin to the mixture and continue to gently fold until all ingredients are fully combined.

7. Assemble Cheesecake:

   • Pour the prepared cheesecake filling over the wafer crust in the cake or pie tin.

8. Chill:

   • Refrigerate the cheesecake for 1 to 2 hours to allow it to set properly.

9. Garnish:

   • Once set, garnish the cheesecake with rosettes of whipped cream and a fan of freshly sliced strawberries for a beautiful presentation.

10. Serve and Enjoy:

    • Serve the Baileys Irish Cream Cheesecake cold and refrigerate any leftovers for later enjoyment.

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

• Calories: 618.3
• Fat: 56g
  • Saturated Fat: 34.5g
• Cholesterol: 178.2mg
• Sodium: 332.2mg
• Carbohydrates: 23.2g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Sugar: 21.2g
• Protein: 7.1g

Indulge in the creamy richness and delightful flavors of this Baileys Irish Cream Cheesecake, a dessert that’s sure to impress your family and friends! 🎉