Description
This Pumpkin Basque Cheesecake is a delightful twist on the classic Basque cheesecake, featuring the sweet and earthy flavor of pumpkin. It has a smooth, creamy texture with a lightly caramelized top, making it an irresistible dessert, especially during the fall season.
Ingredients
250 g pumpkin
200 g cream cheese (softened)
4 eggs
60 g granulated sugar
15 g cornstarch
150 g heavy cream
Instructions
- Peel and cut the pumpkin into chunks. Steam the pumpkin until it is soft and fully cooked, then mash it into a smooth paste.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the pumpkin paste and softened cream cheese. Mix well until smooth.
- Add the granulated sugar and eggs to the pumpkin and cream cheese mixture. Stir until the mixture is smooth and evenly combined.
- Incorporate the cornstarch and heavy cream, mixing thoroughly. Sift the entire mixture to ensure a silky texture.
- Preheat your oven to 446℉ (230℃). Line a loaf pan (21*8*5cm) with parchment paper and pour in the cheesecake mixture.
- Bake the cheesecake for 22 minutes, allowing it to rise slightly and form a beautiful golden-brown crust on top.
- Once baked, remove from the oven and let it cool in the fridge for at least 4 hours to set.
- After cooling, demold the cheesecake from the pan, slice, and serve!
Notes
- For a spiced flavor, add a pinch of cinnamon, nutmeg, or pumpkin pie spice to the mixture.
- Add a crust by pressing crushed graham crackers or biscuits mixed with butter into the base of the pan before adding the cheesecake filling.
- For a dairy-free version, replace the heavy cream and cream cheese with dairy-free alternatives such as coconut cream and vegan cream cheese.
- For a deeper flavor, caramelize the pumpkin chunks before mashing them into a paste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Basque, Fall-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 33 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg
