Description
A delightful dessert combining creamy cheesecake with the fun flavors of candy corn – perfect for Halloween or any festive gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1⁄2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 5 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 2 1⁄2 cups candy corn
- 1⁄4 cup heavy cream
- 24 ounces cream cheese, room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup full-fat sour cream
- 2 cups candy corn (for glaze)
- 1 tablespoon heavy cream (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). Spray a 9-inch springform pan with nonstick baking spray and wrap the sides with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and sugar until mixed well.
- Press the crust mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan. Place in the fridge or freezer.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine candy corn and heavy cream and microwave in 30-second intervals until smooth.
- Beat cream cheese in a large bowl until smooth. Add the candy corn mixture and mix until fully incorporated.
- Add granulated sugar and vanilla extract, mixing well. Beat in eggs one at a time. Finally, mix in sour cream.
- Pour cheesecake batter into the prepared crust.
- Bake for 1 hour 25 to 1 hour 30 minutes, check for doneness by wiggling the cheesecake.
- Turn off the oven and let the cheesecake cool in the oven for 1 to 2 hours.
- Refrigerate overnight to chill.
- For the glaze, microwave remaining candy corn and heavy cream in 30-second intervals until smooth, then pour over the chilled cheesecake and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Slice and serve chilled with additional candy corn for decoration.
Notes
Ensure cream cheese is at room temperature for a smooth filling. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for 3 to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: candy corn cheesecake, Halloween dessert, festive dessert, creamy cheesecake