Spooky Pumpkin Cheesecake with Chocolate Spider Web

Pumpkin Cheesecake with Spider Web Decoration

Category: Desserts
Servings: 8

Ingredients:

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Biscuit Crust:
   Begin by making the base of the cheesecake. In a food processor, blend the digestive biscuits along with two tablespoons of brown sugar until finely crushed. Once done, transfer the mixture to a 24 cm (9-inch) round cake pan that has been greased and lined with parchment paper. Use the back of a spoon to press the biscuit mixture evenly across the bottom, and gently press it up the sides of the pan as well. For a firmer base, wet your spoon with 30g of water to help pack the crust tightly. Place the pan in the refrigerator to chill for at least 30 minutes to allow the crust to set.

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2. Prepare the Pumpkin Filling:
   While the crust is chilling, prepare the pumpkin filling. Start by washing and peeling the pumpkin, then chop it into small cubes. Place the pumpkin pieces in a pot with 60g of water and cook over medium heat for about 20 minutes, or until the pumpkin is soft and tender. Once cooked, set it aside to cool.

3. Blend the Cheesecake Filling:
   In a food processor or large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese and sugar. Blend for several minutes until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Next, add the ground ginger, cinnamon, salt, lemon juice, and heavy cream. Continue blending until the mixture is completely smooth, creamy, and free of lumps.

4. Assemble the Cheesecake:
   Once the pumpkin has cooled, add it to the cream cheese mixture and blend until fully incorporated and smooth. Pour the pumpkin mixture into the prepared crust, spreading it evenly across the top with a spatula.

5. Decorate the Cheesecake with a Spider Web:
   To create the iconic spider web decoration, melt the dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl over simmering water, stirring occasionally until completely melted. Once melted, transfer the chocolate to a piping bag with a fine nozzle (or use a homemade parchment paper cone). Carefully pipe a spiral pattern of chocolate over the top of the cheesecake to create a web effect. After creating the spiral, use the tip of a toothpick or a small skewer to drag lines from the center outward, forming the web shape.

6. Add a Spider:
   To complete the Halloween theme, create a spider at the edge of the web. Use a round dark candy or chocolate truffle for the body and pipe small legs with the remaining melted chocolate to form the spider. For extra fun, you can use colored sugar candies for added decoration.

7. Chill the Cheesecake:
   Place the decorated cheesecake in the refrigerator and let it chill for at least 3 hours. This will allow the flavors to meld together and the cheesecake to firm up.

8. Serve and Enjoy:
   After chilling, your Pumpkin Cheesecake with a Spider Web is ready to be served! Slice into generous pieces and enjoy the creamy, spiced filling paired with the crunchy biscuit crust and fun spider web decoration.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

This pumpkin cheesecake with its delightful spider web decoration is the perfect treat for Halloween or any fall-themed celebration. Its smooth, creamy texture and aromatic spices, combined with the fun web decoration, make it both a visual and culinary delight. Whether you’re hosting a Halloween party or simply looking to indulge in a seasonal dessert, this recipe will surely impress!