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Pumpkin Streusel Cheesecake

Delightful Pumpkin Streusel Cheesecake for Fall Gatherings

This Pumpkin Streusel Cheesecake combines creamy spiced pumpkin with a crunchy Biscoff crust and a delightful brown sugar streusel topping.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Streusel
  • 6 tbsp Unsalted Butter Provides moisture and richness for the streusel.
  • 3/4 cup Brown Sugar Adds sweetness and caramel flavor.
  • 3/4 cup All-Purpose Flour Gives structure to the streusel.
  • 2 1/4 tsp Pumpkin Pie Spice Infuses the cheesecake with cozy autumn spices.
  • Pinch Salt Enhances flavor and balances sweetness.
For the Crust
  • 46 cookies Biscoff Cookies Creates a unique, spiced crust.
  • 2 tbsp Granulated Sugar Provides sweetness for the crust.
For the Filling
  • 1 1/4 cups Granulated Sugar Sweetens the cheesecake filling.
  • 1/4 cup Cornstarch Stabilizes the cheesecake.
  • 1 cup Canned Pumpkin Purée Acts as the base for the filling.
  • 1/3 cup Sour Cream Adds creaminess and a slight tang.
  • 3 whole Eggs Binds the cheesecake together.
  • 2 yolks Eggs Binds the cheesecake together.
  • 1 tbsp Vanilla Extract Enhances sweetness and flavor.
For the Topping
  • 3/4 cup Heavy Cream Offers richness for the whipped topping.
  • 1/4 cup Powdered Sugar Sweetens the whipped cream.

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Food processor
  • Baking dish

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Prepare the pan by wrapping a 9-inch springform pan with aluminum foil and placing it inside a larger baking dish. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine streusel ingredients and blend until it resembles coarse crumbs. Chill while preparing the crust.
  3. Blend Biscoff cookies, granulated sugar, and melted butter in a food processor to a sandy texture. Press into the prepared springform pan and bake for 15 minutes.
  4. In a mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese, then add sugar and cornstarch. Fold in pumpkin purée, sour cream, spices, and vanilla. Incorporate eggs gently.
  5. Pour half of filling over the crust, add half of the streusel, then remaining filling and streusel. Bake in the water bath for 1.5 hours.
  6. After baking, turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake inside for 1 hour to cool gradually. Then refrigerate for at least 8 hours.
  7. Before serving, whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Pipe around edges and garnish with Biscoff cookie crumbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 47gProtein: 5gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 230mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature for a creamy texture. Avoid overmixing when incorporating eggs.

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