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Pumpkin Cheesecake

Creamy Pumpkin Cheesecake with Biscoff Crust You'll Love

Indulge in the flavors of fall with this creamy pumpkin cheesecake, featuring a unique Biscoff crust that will be a hit at your Thanksgiving dessert table.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Chilling Time 8 hours
Total Time 9 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Biscoff Crust
  • 24 cookies Biscoff cookies Use gingersnaps or graham crackers as alternatives.
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter Can substitute with margarine.
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar Coconut sugar can be a substitute.
Cheesecake Filling
  • 16 ounces cream cheese Use low-fat cream cheese for a lighter version.
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch Flour can be a substitute, but cornstarch is preferred.
  • 15 ounces canned pumpkin puree Use fresh pumpkin puree if available.
  • 1 cup sour cream Greek yogurt can be a healthier alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice Mix your own with cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Use pure vanilla for best results.
  • 2 large eggs Ensure they are at room temperature.
  • 2 large egg yolks Ensure they are at room temperature.
  • 1 cup powdered sugar Consider using a sugar substitute if desired.

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan
  • Food Processor
  • Stand mixer
  • roasting pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • offset spatula

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Wrap a 9-inch springform pan in foil to prevent water from seeping in.
  2. In a food processor, pulse the Biscoff cookies until finely crushed. Combine with melted butter and granulated sugar, then press firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan. Bake for 12 minutes until set and lightly golden, then cool.
  3. In a stand mixer, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add the granulated sugar and cornstarch, mixing for 2-3 minutes on medium speed.
  4. Add the canned pumpkin puree, sour cream, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla extract, mixing until combined. Avoid overmixing.
  5. Beat in the eggs and egg yolks one at a time at low speed, allowing each addition to blend in completely before the next.
  6. Carefully pour the filling into the cooled Biscoff crust. Place the springform pan inside a larger roasting pan, pouring boiling water into the roasting pan until it reaches about 1.5 inches up the pan's sides.
  7. Bake for 1 hour. Turn off the oven, crack the door open, and let cool for an additional hour.
  8. Run a butter knife around the edges of the cheesecake to loosen it. Allow to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight.
  9. To prepare the frosting, beat soft butter and cream cheese together until well blended. Gradually add powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
  10. Once chilled, remove the cheesecake from the springform pan and spread the frosting around the edges. Sprinkle extra crushed Biscoff cookies on top before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use room temperature ingredients, do not overmix, and always utilize a water bath for baking.

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