| Irish Cream Cheesecake 1 cup graham cracker crumbs 1/4 cup super fine sugar 1/4 cup butter, melted 1 envelope unflavored gelatin 1/2 cup cold water 1 cup super fine sugar 3 large eggs, separated 2 - 8 oz. pkg. cream cheese, softened 2 T unsweetened cocoa powder 2 T Bailey's Irish Creme Liquor 1 cup whipping cream, whipped Combine graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Press onto the bottom of a 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 Bailey's Irish Creme, 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. |
