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Gingerbread Cheesecake

Gingerbread Cheesecake
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Indulge in the warmth of the holiday season with our delightful Gingerbread Cheesecake. This creamy dessert combines the flavors of rich molasses, aromatic spices, and a crispy gingersnap crust, offering a festive treat that’s perfect for gatherings or cozy evenings at home.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups gingersnap crumbs
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 24 ounces full-fat cream cheese, softened to room temperature
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup molasses
  • 2/3 cup sour cream
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 3 large eggs, whisked
  • 1/3 cup unsalted butter, cut into cubes (for topping)
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed (for topping)
  • 1/2 cup whipping cream (for topping)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for topping)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt (for topping)
  • 1/2 cup whipping cream (for topping)
  • 2 teaspoons powdered sugar (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan, wrap it in an oven bag, and cover it with aluminum foil.
  2. In a bowl, mix gingersnap crumbs with brown sugar and melted butter. Press into the bottom of the springform pan.
  3. Beat softened cream cheese until smooth; gradually add sugars. Mix in spices, cornstarch, molasses, sour cream, vanilla extract, and eggs until creamy.
  4. Pour the filling over the crust and bake in a water bath for about 60 minutes or until set but slightly jiggly in the center.
  5. Let cool inside the oven with the door ajar for an hour before refrigerating for at least four hours or overnight.

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