Festive Irish Cream Cheesecake

* Exported from MasterCook *

FESTIVE IRISH CREAM CHEESECAKE

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Serving Size : 10 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Cakes Desserts
Cheesecakes

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 c Graham Cracker Crumbs
1/4 c Sugar
1/4 c Margarine, melted
1 Env. Unflavored Gelatin
1/2 c Cold Water
1 c Sugar
3 Large Eggs, Separated
16 oz Cream Cheese, Softened
2 tb Cocoa
2 tb Bourbon
1 c Whipping Cream, Whipped

Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and margarine;
press onto bottom of 9-inch springform pan.
Soften gelatin in water, stir over low heat until
dissolved. Blend in 3/4 cup sugar and beaten egg
yolks; cook stirring constantly, over low heat, 3
minutes. Combine cream cheese and cocoa, mixing at
medium speed on electric mixer until well blended.
Gradually add gelatin mixture and bourbon, mixing
until well blended. Chill until thickened, but not
set. Beat egg whites until foamy; gradually adding the
remaining sugar, beating until stiff peaks form. Fold
egg whites and whipped cream into cheese mixture and
pour over crust. Chill until firm. Garnish with
chocolate curls and small silver candy balls, if
desired. VARIATION:
Substitute 2 T cold coffee for bourbon.



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