Halloween Merinque Cheesecake Recipe
This Halloween Merinque Cheesecake Recipe is so beautiful and delicious! It’s a fun treat for a Halloween dessert that kids and adults will love. I love easy cheesecake recipes like this!
Find out the simple steps to create this homemade cheesecake. It’s a great addition to any party or a fun treat to make at home!
I even think that the smaller meringue puffs on top look like mini ghosts! That is why I always make this around Halloween time!
Halloween Merinque Cheesecake Recipe
Many people think that this looks like pumpkin pie or pumpkin-flavored cheesecake, but it’s not. I added a little bit of orange food coloring to give it that look!
Cheesecake is already good on its own, but when you pair it with the peaks of meringue, it’s out-of-this-world delicious!
The fun part about making a homemade cheesecake recipe is that there is always plenty to share. Save a few pieces to enjoy throughout the week to really make it last!
What does meringue taste like?
At first bite, you’ll encounter a crisp exterior that quickly gives way to a light, airy interior—almost like biting into a cloud. This texture is complemented by a subtly sweet flavor, making it a versatile addition to various desserts. The sweetness is often balanced with a hint of vanilla or almond extract, enhancing its delicate profile without overpowering it.
Whether it’s topping a pie, shaping it into cookies, or folding it into a pavlova, meringue brings both visual and gustatory appeal to any dessert spread.
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Make it a Meal:
Now is the perfect time to try meal planning! It allows you to stress less about food, making cooking fun again.
Main Dish: Spooky Charcuterie Board Recipe
Vegetable Side: Halloween Vegetable Dip Recipe
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Starch Side: Homemade French Fries
Refreshing Drink: Witches Brew Mocktail Recipe
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How do I store leftover cheesecake?
To maintain the texture and rich flavor of your leftover cheesecake, proper storage is key. Start by wrapping the cheesecake tightly in plastic wrap or aluminum foil, ensuring that no part of the surface is exposed to air, which could dry out the creamy filling.
For even better protection, consider placing the wrapped cheesecake in an airtight container to prevent it from absorbing any unwanted odors from your refrigerator. Ideally, store the cheesecake in the fridge, where it will keep well for up to five days.
Planning to enjoy it later than that? Freezing is an excellent option. Slice the cheesecake into individual portions before wrapping them and freezing—this way, you can thaw just the amount you want to savor, allowing for a convenient and delicious treat anytime.
When you’re ready to indulge, simply move a slice from the freezer to the fridge a few hours before you plan to eat it, letting it slowly defrost to maintain its decadent consistency.
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Halloween Meringue Cheesecake Recipe
This Halloween Meringue Cheesecake Recipe is a delicious way to serve Halloween dessert. You'll love the creamy texture!
Ingredients
Oreo Crust Ingredients:
- 1 cup oreos, crushed into crumbs
- ½ cup melted butter
Cheesecake Ingredients:
- 24 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup white granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 ½ tablespoons all purpose flour
- 4 eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup sour cream
- Orange Food Dye
Meringue Topping Ingredients:
- 4 egg whites
- 1 cup white granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Add the Oreo cookies into the food processor and pulse into crumbs. Add the Oreo crumbs into a bowl with melted butter.
- Stir with a fork. Once combined, all the a prepared Springform pan. Press evenly into the bottom of the pan. Place the pan in the freezer.
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees.
- In a new large bowl, blend the cream cheese until smooth using a mixer.
- Add the white sugar, flour, and salt. Blend.
- Add each egg one at a time, mixing in between. On the last egg addition, also add the vanilla, sour cream, and food dye. Mix one more time until smooth and the orange color is even throughout.
- Take the chilled crust out of the freezer and pour the cheesecake filling in.
- Put the pan in the oven and bake for 55-60 minutes until the cheesecake edges are set and the middle of the cheesecake is just a bit jiggly. Turn off the oven and open the oven door. Let the pan sit and finish cooking like that for another hour.
- To make the meringue, add the sugar, egg whites, and cornstarch into a mixing bowl. Place on the top of a double broiler that has 2 inches of water in it. Turn to medium high heat.
- Whisk the ingredients until the sugar and cornstarch melt into the egg whites. It will be thin and frothy once it is done and ready.
- Put the mixture into a stand mixer bowl and use a mixer with a whisk attachment.
- Turn the mixer on high and whip for about 6 minutes. It should be thick, glossy, and have stiff peaks forming.
- You'll know that the meringue is ready when you take off the whisk attachment, flip it over, and the peak stays up.
- Put the meringue into a piping bag with a large piping tip.
- Once the cheesecake is done baking, take the pan from the oven and let cool. Put it in the fridge to chill for 1 hour. Cover it with plastic wrap before putting it into the fridge.
- Right before serving, pipe the meringue on top in large mounds. Cover the entire cheesecake.
- You can toast with a butane torch by moving it over the tops of the meringue.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 8 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 818Total Fat: 51gSaturated Fat: 28gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 218mgSodium: 669mgCarbohydrates: 79gFiber: 1gSugar: 67gProtein: 12g
This data was provided and calculated by Nutritionix on 10/9/2024
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