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Spiderweb Cheesecake

This playful dessert features a creamy cheesecake base topped with a shiny chocolate web, perfect for Halloween or any spooky celebration. The crust is crisp and buttery, while the smooth filling contrasts beautifully with the crisp chocolate web for a satisfying texture combination. The intricate web pattern adds a fun, decorative touch that impresses at gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 8 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 16 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 large eggs room temperature
  • 4 oz dark or milk chocolate, melted for web pattern

Equipment

  • Springform pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Electric mixer or whisk
  • Piping bag and tip
  • Toothpick or skewer

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 160°C (320°F). Mix graham cracker crumbs with melted butter until well combined, then press this mixture evenly into the bottom of a 23cm (9-inch) springform pan to form the crust.
  2. In a mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes. Add sugar and vanilla extract, then beat again until combined.
  3. Add eggs one at a time, beating just until each is incorporated before adding the next. The mixture should be smooth and silky.
  4. Pour the cream cheese filling over the prepared crust, smoothing the top with a spatula. Bake for 50-55 minutes until the edges are set but the center still jiggles slightly when gently shaken.
  5. Remove the cheesecake from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 30 minutes. Then, transfer to the fridge and chill for at least 4 hours or overnight to set completely.
  6. Once chilled, melt the chocolate and pour or pipe it evenly over the top of the cheesecake in concentric circles. Allow the chocolate to set for about 10 minutes in the fridge.
  7. Using a toothpick or skewer, drag lines from the center outward through the circles to create a web pattern. Be gentle to keep the web crisp and shiny.
  8. Once the web pattern is complete and the chocolate has cooled, carefully remove the cheesecake from the springform pan. Slice and serve to enjoy the striking spiderweb design and creamy texture.

Notes

Chilling overnight helps the flavors meld and the cheesecake to set perfectly, making the web pattern easier to create and more striking. For a shiny web, make sure the chocolate is melted smoothly and chilled briefly before piping.