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Pumpkin Basque Cheesecake

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Pumpkin Basque Cheesecake is a creamy, crustless dessert with a deeply caramelized top and rich pumpkin spice flavor. Combining the rustic charm of traditional Basque cheesecake with autumn-inspired ingredients, it’s perfect for fall gatherings and holiday tables. #PumpkinCheesecake #BasqueCheesecake #FallDessert

Ingredients

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  • 3 (8 oz) packages cream cheese, at room temperature
  • 1½ cups (300 g) granulated sugar
  • 1 (15 oz) can pure pumpkin purée
  • 3 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 1 large egg yolk, at room temperature
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp vanilla bean paste or vanilla extract
  • ½ tsp ground ginger
  • ¼ tsp ground cloves
  • ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
  • 2½ cups heavy cream, divided
  • 1 tsp Diamond Crystal or ½ tsp Morton kosher salt
  • ⅓ cup (42 g) all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp amaro (optional, for whipped cream)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a 9-inch springform pan with overlapping parchment sheets, allowing paper to extend at least 2 inches above the rim. Place pan on a rimmed baking sheet.
  2. In a stand mixer with the paddle attachment, beat cream cheese and sugar on medium speed until smooth, about 2 minutes.
  3. Add pumpkin purée, eggs, egg yolk, cinnamon, vanilla, ginger, cloves, and nutmeg. Beat until well incorporated.
  4. Reduce speed to low and mix in flour and salt until just combined.
  5. With mixer on low, slowly pour in 2 cups of heavy cream and beat until smooth.
  6. Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
  7. Bake for 50–60 minutes until the top is deeply browned and center is still slightly jiggly.
  8. Turn off oven and let the cheesecake rest inside with the door ajar for 1 hour.
  9. Transfer to fridge and chill for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  10. Before serving, whip remaining ½ cup heavy cream with powdered sugar and amaro (if using) to soft peaks. Serve with slices of cheesecake.

Notes

  • Bring all ingredients to room temperature for a smooth batter.
  • Do not skip parchment lining; it helps remove the cheesecake cleanly.
  • Chilling overnight enhances flavor and texture.
  • The signature burnt top is a feature, not a flaw—don’t underbake it.

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