Pumpkin Basque Cheesecake
Pumpkin Basque Cheesecake is a heavenly dessert that captures the essence of autumn in every slice. With a creamy filling made from rich cream cheese and pure pumpkin purée, this cheesecake features a beautifully caramelized top that adds both texture and flavor. Perfect for any gathering or cozy night in, this showstopper is sure to impress your family and friends with its delightful taste and stunning appearance.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 16 oz (2 packages) full-fat cream cheese
- 1 cup (240g) canned pumpkin purée
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 tsp pumpkin spice blend
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup (120g) sour cream
- 2 tbsp (15g) all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease a round springform pan.
- In a mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese and sugar until smooth.
- Add pumpkin purée, vanilla extract, pumpkin spice blend, and salt; mix until combined. Incorporate eggs one at a time.
- Fold in sour cream and flour gently until just combined.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 50-60 minutes until the top is browned but slightly jiggly in the center.
- Cool at room temperature before refrigerating for at least four hours or overnight. Serve chilled with whipped cream or fruit.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider substituting pumpkin purée with sweet potato or butternut squash. Enhance the spices by adding cinnamon or nutmeg to the mixture. Drizzle caramel sauce over the cheesecake just before serving for an extra indulgent touch.