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Published: Nov 18, 2023 ยท Last Updated On: Jul 20, 2024 by Natasha Minocha

Easiest Pumpkin Burnt Basque Cheesecake

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Pumpkin Basque cheesecake is a one-bowl, 7 ingredient recipe. The perfect cheesecake for Thanksgiving, rich with warm autumn flavors. Itโ€™s very basic, and because itโ€™s a crustless cheesecake, it's super easy to make.

Easiest Pumpkin Burnt Basque Cheesecake
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  • WHY TRY THIS PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE?
  • WHAT IS BASQUE CHEESECAKE?
  • BASQUE PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE INGREDIENTS
  • HOW TO MAKE PUMPKIN PURร‰E?
  • HOW TO MAKE PUMPKIN BASQUE CHEESECAKE?
  • PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE RECIPE NOTESย 
  • HOW TO PREVENT THE BASQUE CHEESECAKE FROM CRACKING?
  • WHEN IS THE BURNT PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE DONE?
  • HOW TO SERVE THE PUMPKIN PIE CHEESECAKE?ย 
  • MORE EASY CHEESECAKE RECIPES
  • MORE PUMPKIN DESSERT RECIPES
  • ๐Ÿ“– Recipe

WHY TRY THIS PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE?

Gorgeous, gourmet fall dessert recipe that tastes incredible!

The Basque cheesecake recipe is straightforward and requires no effort

No need for complicated techniques or a water bath for baking

Fool-proof, easy, creamy cheesecake 

Can be made a day in advance

Easiest Pumpkin Burnt Basque Cheesecake

WHAT IS BASQUE CHEESECAKE?

Basque cheesecake, aka โ€œburnt Basque cheesecakeโ€ or โ€œSan Sebastiรกn cheesecake,โ€ is a rustic and unique variation of the traditional cheesecake. The popular dessert began in the Basque Country of Spain, and what sets the burnt Basque cheesecake recipe apart is its caramelized exterior. We intentionally bake the cheesecake at a higher temperature. So, it has a dark, caramelized crust and creamy, rich, custardy interior.

Easiest Pumpkin Burnt Basque Cheesecake

BASQUE PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE INGREDIENTS

Sugar: I used caster, but raw or cane, either will work.

Pumpkin: I used butternut squash for the purรฉe, but feel free to switch to any variety readily available. Or use canned purรฉe. 

Eggs are essential from a structural perspective in this recipe for pumpkin dessert. They give the cake a gorgeous lift and creamy texture. 

Pumpkin pie spice is readily available online and in stores. Still, I use my own recipe because itโ€™s comfortable to make at home and allows me to control the spice mix better. Swing by here for it. 

Easiest Pumpkin Burnt Basque Cheesecake

HOW TO MAKE PUMPKIN PURร‰E?

Thereโ€™s nothing wrong with using canned purรฉe, but if you live in a corner of the world where it isnโ€™t available or have some extra time, I wholeheartedly recommend making it at home. 

Fresh purรฉe has the best taste. Peel and dice the pumpkins and then cook them in one of the following three ways:

  1. Add the pieces to a saucepan with water and snap the lid shut.
  2. Toss them in some oil and cook them in a microwave until they are soft.
  3. Use a steamer. I prefer this method. With a fork, mash the steamed pumpkin. You can also use a stick or regular blender. 

500 grams of pumpkin will give you about 250 -300 grams of purรฉe. Make sure your purรฉe is not too watery. If it is, simply cook it for a few minutes to get rid of excess moisture.

HOW TO MAKE PUMPKIN BASQUE CHEESECAKE?

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 200ยฐC and line an 8โ€ cake tin with parchment paper.

Ingredients for Pumpkin Burnt Basque Cheesecake

Step 2: Mix softened cream cheese with sugar until the latter is dissolved, and you have a smooth consistency (about 2โ€“3 minutes).

Step 3: Add eggs, pumpkin purรฉe, vanilla extract, all-purpose flour, and pumpkin pie spice. Blend until you have a smooth, thick mixture.

Ingredients for pumpkin basque cheesecake

Step 4: Pour the Basque cheesecake batter into the tin and bake for 45 to 50 minutes.

Batter for Pumpkin Basque Cheesecake
cheesecake batter in parchment lined cake tin

Step 5: Turn off the heat, crack the oven door open, and let the cake sit for a few minutes. 

Step 6: Transfer to the countertop for 30 to 40 minutes.

Easiest Pumpkin Burnt Basque Cheesecake

Step 7: Refrigerate overnight (or at least 8 to 10 hours).

Final Step: Unmold, slice, and serve!

PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE RECIPE NOTES 

  • Line your cake tin with parchment paper. You can use a regular cake tin or a springform one. Just be sure to line it.
  • Donโ€™t use separate strips of parchment paper for the bottom and the sides. The cake batter will seep through the gaps. Use a large sheet and press it against the sides. Leave about 2 inches of overhang, as the pumpkin Basque cheesecake rises quite a bit. 
  • Use room temperature ingredients, especially the eggs, cream, and cream cheese. 
  • If the batter looks lumpy, feel free to sieve it. Itโ€™s the best trick in the book for a velvety Basque cheesecake.
Easiest Pumpkin Burnt Basque Cheesecake

HOW TO PREVENT THE BASQUE CHEESECAKE FROM CRACKING?

Cheesecake rises in the oven and falls after cooling. Thatโ€™s par for the course. Donโ€™t panic when it collapses and cracks a bit. That rustic look is what makes pumpkin cheesecakes so charming. 

However, you can stop it from cracking too much. The secret is not to overmix the batter. The more you whip and beat, the more air bubbles it has, and those lead to cracks the size of the Grand Canyon. 

slice of Pumpkin  Basque Cheesecake

WHEN IS THE BURNT PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE DONE?

When the top is gorgeously burnt brown, the edges have set, but the center still has some wiggle to it, the Basque pumpkin cheesecake cake is ready. Donโ€™t be in a hurry to open the oven door. This easy Thanksgiving dessert is supposed to have a burnt top!

Slice of pumpkin basque cheesecake

HOW TO SERVE THE PUMPKIN PIE CHEESECAKE? 

Each velvety bite of this holiday cheesecake recipe is indolent with cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and ginger. Itโ€™s a decadent pumpkin spice dessert with intense fall flavors perfectly harmonized with the caramelized, burnt exterior. 

When I say that it can be served as is, trust me on it. It needs nothing. Just slice and serve, but make sure itโ€™s at room temperature (leaving it on the countertop for 15 minutes) and not chilled because thatโ€™s when the creamy decadence shines.

For an extra layer of indulgence, try:

  • A dusting of icing sugar
  • A drizzle of dark chocolate 
  • A dollop of soft whipped cream flavored with a pinch of cinnamon
  • Or melted Biscoff spread. The spiced cookie butter is a winner because it goes well with anything pumpkin. This is what I did!
Slice of pumpkin basque cheesecake with melted biscoff spread
Slice of pumpkin basque cheesecake with melted biscoff spread
Slice of pumpkin basque cheesecake with melted biscoff spread

MORE EASY CHEESECAKE RECIPES

Cinnamon Cheesecake

Orange Basque Cheesecake

Saffron Cardamom Cheesecake

MORE PUMPKIN DESSERT RECIPES

Pumpkin Bread

Air Fryer Pumpkin

Pumpkin Cheese Ravioli

Chocolate Pumpkin Swirl Muffins

Butternut Squash Flatbread Pizza

Half the joy of cooking is sharing it with others. Thatโ€™s why Iโ€™m always eager to hear from you. So go right ahead and drop a comment or reach out on Instagram, Pinterest, YouTube, or Facebook. I hope you love this Pumpkin Basque Cheesecake as much as we do!

๐Ÿ“– Recipe

Easiest Pumpkin Burnt Basque Cheesecake

Easiest Pumpkin Burnt Basque Cheesecake

Natasha Minocha
Pumpkin Basque cheesecake is a one-bowl, 7 ingredient recipe. The perfect cheesecake for Thanksgiving, rich with warm autumn flavors. Itโ€™s very basic, and because itโ€™s a crustless cheesecake, it's super easy to make.
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Prep Time 20 minutes mins
Cook Time 1 hour hr
8 hours hrs
Course Dessert
Cuisine Spanish
Servings 8 Servings
Calories 239 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • 2 cups Cream cheese
  • 1 cup Caster sugar
  • 2 Eggs
  • 1/3 cup Cream
  • 1/4 cup All-purpose flour
  • 1 1/4 cup Pumpkin puree Homemade or store-bought
  • 2 tsp Pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 tsp Vanilla extract

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 200C.
  • Line your baking pan with parchment paper. Make sure the paper comes at least 2" above the sides of the pan.
    I used an 8" cake tin.
  • In a large bowl, beat together the cream cheese and sugar, until the cream cheese is creamy and sugar is dissolved.
  • Add the eggs, cream, all-purpose flour, vanilla extract, pumpkin puree, and pumpkin pie spice to the cream cheese mixture.
  • Mix well until a smooth batter is formed.
    If your batter is lumpy, you can sieve it to make it smooth.
  • Pour into the prepared pan and bake at 200 C for 50-55 minutes, until the cake is browned on top, but still jiggly in the center.
  • Let the cake cool in the partially open oven for 30-40 minutes, then transfer to the refrigerator for it to set completely, for about 8-10 hours.
  • Gently remove the cake from the pan and peel the parchment paper away from the cake. Serve cold or at room temperature. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1 SliceCalories: 239kcalCarbohydrates: 37gProtein: 12gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.004gCholesterol: 59mgSodium: 423mgPotassium: 273mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 6283IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 228mgIron: 1mg
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