Indulge in a festive Creamy Gingerbread Cheesecake topped with a luscious Maple Frosting, perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time:20 minutes
Cook Time:60 minutes
Total Time:300 minutes
Yield:12 servings 1x
Category:Dessert
Method:Baking
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
½ cup unsalted butter, melted
½ cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground ginger
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
â…› teaspoon ground cloves
4 packages cream cheese, softened
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
4 eggs
1 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
4 cups powdered sugar
½ cup pure maple syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
Mix together graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, ground nutmeg, and ground cloves until well combined.
Press the crumb mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
Beat the cream cheese in a large mixing bowl until creamy and smooth.
Gradually add in the brown sugar and mix until combined.
Mix in vanilla extract.
Add the eggs one at a time, ensuring a smooth mixture.
Stir in sour cream and all-purpose flour until just combined.
Pour the cream cheese mixture into the crust, smoothing the top.
Bake in the oven for about 55-60 minutes, until the edges are set.
Turn off the oven, crack the door open, and let the cheesecake cool for about 1 hour.
Remove from the oven and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Beat the softened butter for the frosting until creamy.
Gradually add in powdered sugar and mix on low speed.
Add maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Beat until fluffy.
Remove the cheesecake from the springform pan and frost the top with maple frosting.
Slice into portions and serve.
Notes
Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best texture.