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Creepy Pumpkin Cheesecake Tower slice with chocolate spiderweb

Creepy Pumpkin Cheesecake Tower

  • Author: Savannah
  • Total Time: 40–45 minutes
  • Yield: 10–12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A multi-layered pumpkin cheesecake stacked into a spooky tower, perfect for Halloween parties. Each layer features rich pumpkin flavor with a creamy texture, topped with festive decorations like chocolate spiderwebs, edible eyes, or drizzles to create a creepy, eye-catching centerpiece.

Ingredients

Scale

🛒 Ingredients (for a 3-layer tower):

For the Crusts:

  • 2 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs (or gingersnap crumbs for extra spice)

  • ½ cup unsalted butter, melted

  • ¼ cup brown sugar

For the Pumpkin Cheesecake Layers:

  • 3 (8-oz) packages cream cheese, softened

  • 1 cup granulated sugar

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 3 large eggs

  • 1 cup pumpkin puree

  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg

  • ¼ teaspoon ground ginger

  • ¼ teaspoon ground cloves

For the Topping / Decorations:

  • ½ cup heavy cream

  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar

  • Chocolate chips or melting chocolate (for drizzles or spiderwebs)

  • Candy eyes, edible glitter, or Halloween sprinkles

Instructions

📝 Instructions:

Step 1: Prepare Crusts

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).

  2. Mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and brown sugar until combined.

  3. Press mixture into the bottom of three 6-inch springform pans. Bake 8–10 minutes. Cool completely.

Step 2: Make Pumpkin Cheesecake Layers

  1. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth.

  2. Add vanilla, then eggs one at a time, mixing well after each.

  3. Stir in pumpkin puree and spices until evenly combined.

  4. Pour batter over each cooled crust and smooth tops.

  5. Bake 25–30 minutes or until centers are almost set. Cool, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

Step 3: Assemble the Tower

  1. Carefully stack the cooled cheesecakes from largest to smallest (or all same size for a uniform tower).

  2. Use frosting or melted chocolate as glue between layers if needed.

Step 4: Decorate

 

  1. Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until stiff peaks form. Frost each layer or pipe around edges.

  2. Drizzle chocolate, add candy eyes, or pipe spiderwebs for a creepy effect.

  3. Sprinkle edible glitter or Halloween sprinkles for finishing touches.

Notes

    • Make Ahead: Cheesecakes can be baked a day in advance; assemble and decorate just before serving.

    • Mini Tower Version: Use mini cheesecake pans for individual spooky treats.

    • Spice Swap: Adjust cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves to taste.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35–40 minutes
  • Category: Dessert / Halloween Cheesecake
  • Method: Baked / Layered / Decorated
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://www.eminentrecipes.com/creepy-pumpkin-cheesecake-tower/