Pumpkin Streusel Cheesecake
A creamy Pumpkin Streusel Cheesecake topped with a crunchy streusel layer, perfect for fall gatherings.
Ingredients
For the Streusel
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
- 2 1/4 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1 pinch salt
For the Biscoff Crust
- 46 pieces Biscoff Cookies, crushed
- 10 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tbsp granulated white sugar
For the Pumpkin Cheesecake
- 32 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 1/4 cups granulated white sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree (Libby’s)
- 1/3 cup sour cream, at room temperature
- 1 tbsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 3 whole eggs, at room temperature
- 2 egg yolks at room temperature
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
Preparation of the Streusel
- In a bowl, mix softened butter, brown sugar, flour, pumpkin pie spice, and salt until crumbly. Set aside.
Preparation of the Biscoff Crust
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Mix crushed Biscoff cookies, melted butter, and sugar in a bowl.
- Press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- Bake for 10 minutes and let cool.
Making the Pumpkin Cheesecake
- In a large bowl, beat softened cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Add cornstarch, pumpkin puree, sour cream, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
- Gradually incorporate eggs and egg yolks, mixing on low speed to avoid over-beating.
- Pour the pumpkin cheesecake mixture onto the cooled crust. Sprinkle the streusel mixture over the top.
Baking the Cheesecake
- Bake the cheesecake in the preheated oven for 1 hour, or until the center is set.
- Let cool completely in the pan, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Making Whipped Cream
- Whip the heavy cream on medium speed until soft peaks form.
- Gradually add powdered sugar and continue whipping until stiff peaks form.
Assembling the Cheesecake
- Once chilled, remove the cheesecake from the springform pan.
- Top with whipped cream just before serving.
Notes
Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for an easy mix. Avoid overmixing the cheesecake batter to prevent cracking. If desired, you can enhance the flavor with toasted nuts in the streusel topping.