Tiramisu Cheesecake

Directions

1. Heat oven to 350 degrees F. (175º C)
2. Place a pan or baking dish filled with about an inch of water on bottom of oven rack.
3. Using a food processor or blender, process pkg. of lady fingers to fine crumbs.
4. In a small bowl, melt butter, add 2 Tbsp. of coffee flavored liqueur or espresso and add crumbs. Mix to moisten crumbs.
5. Press crumb mixture into an 8 or 9" springform pan.
6. In a large bowl, mix cream cheese, mascarpone cheese, and sugar until very smooth.
7. Add 2 Tbsp. coffee flavored liqueur or espresso, and mix.
8. Add eggs and flour, and mix on slow speed until just smooth.
9. The consistency of mascarpone can vary sometimes, making your batter too thick. If this is the case add about a tsp. to a Tbsp. of cream. Be careful not to overmix.
10. Pour batter into ready-made crust and place on middle rack of oven.
11. Bake at 350 degrees F. for 40 - 45 minutes, or until just set.
12. Let cool by opening oven door, with the heat off, about 20 minutes.
13. Let cake continue to cool, then refrigerate at least 3 hours, or overnight, before serving.
14. Enjoy with shaved chocolate or chocolate powdered on top.