Decadent Pumpkin Basque Cheesecake

Decadent Pumpkin Basque Cheesecake

180 mins
medium
12 servings

A show-stopping pumpkin basque cheesecake, perfect for fall gatherings or a special occasion. This recipe delivers a rich, creamy texture with a hint of pumpkin spice.

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Equipment Needed

  • 9-inch Springform Pan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Parchment paper
  • Stand mixer
  • Whisk

Ingredients

  • 3.00 ozCream Cheese(Room temperature)
  • 1.50 cupsGranulated Sugar
  • 1.00 can (15 oz)Pumpkin Puree(Pure pumpkin, not pumpkin pie mix)
  • 3.00 largeEggs(Room temperature)
  • 1.00 largeEgg Yolk(Room temperature)
  • 1.00 TbspCinnamon
  • 1.00 tspVanilla Extract
  • 0.50 tspGinger(Ground)
  • 0.25 tspCloves(Ground)
  • 0.25 tspNutmeg(Ground)
  • 2.00 cupsHeavy Cream
  • 1.00 tspSalt(Diamond Crystal or Kosher)
  • 0.33 cupsAll-Purpose Flour
  • 2.00 tspPowdered Sugar
  • 2.00 TbspAmaro(Optional, such as Averna or Montenegro)
  • 1.00 9 inchSpringform Pan

Instructions

1

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Prepare a 9-inch springform pan by lining it with parchment paper.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

2

Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add pumpkin puree and mix until combined.

Estimated time: 10 minutes

3

Add eggs and egg yolk one at a time, mixing until incorporated.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

4

Add spices, heavy cream, and salt. Mix on low speed until combined.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

5

Sift in flour and mix until just combined.

Estimated time: 3 minutes

6

Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 60-75 minutes, or until golden brown and slightly jiggly in the center.

Estimated time: 75 minutes

7

Let cool completely on a wire rack before unmolding.

Estimated time: 30 minutes

8

Whisk powdered sugar, salt, and remaining heavy cream until soft peaks form. Add amaro (if using).

Estimated time: 5 minutes

9

Slice and serve topped with amaro whipped cream.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

10

Enjoy your decadent Pumpkin Basque Cheesecake!

Estimated time: 1 minutes