Kahlua Cheesecake

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350F.
2. 2
   To make the crust, stir together all ingredients and press into the bottom, and one inch up the sides of a 9-inch springform pan.
3. 3
   Wrap the bottom of the pan in aluminum foil to prevent leakage.
4. 4
   Bake for 5 minutes.
5. 5
   Remove and cool crust.
6. 6
   To make the filling, beat the cream cheese and sugar in the food processor or mixer.
7. 7
   Add the sour cream and mix well.
8. 8
   Add the eggs one at a time and mix well.
9. 9
   Add the Kahlua and vanilla.
10. 10
    Pour filling into crust and bake 30 to 35 minutes.
11. 11
    Remove cheesecake to a rack and run a knife around the edge to loosen and prevent cracking.
12. 12
    Let stand for 5 minutes.
13. 13
    For topping, stir the sour cream, sugar and Kahlua until smooth.
14. 14
    Smooth gently over cheese and return to oven for 5 minutes.
15. 15
    Let cheesecake cool completely on a rack and then refrigerate up to 24 hours.
16. 16
    Cheesecake is always more flavorful if allowed to rest at room temperature for at least 30 minutes before serving.