Indulge in the decadence of this delectable pumpkin cottage-cheese cheesecake that is perfect for any special occasion. This delightful dessert can be effortlessly prepared in a food processor, featuring a delightful blend of autumn flavors like pumpkin, maple, and pecans. Unlike traditional cheesecakes, this recipe offers a light and airy mousse-like texture that is sure to impress your guests.
For the crust, start by melting butter in a skillet and combining it with graham crackers and pecans in a food processor. Press the mixture into a springform pan and bake until golden. Meanwhile, for the filling, blend cream cheese, cottage cheese, sour cream, pumpkin purée, maple syrup, and a variety of spices until smooth. Add eggs and pour the filling onto the crust before baking in a water bath until set.
To add extra flair, prepare spiced maple pecans by toasting pecans with maple syrup and spices until caramelized. Whip up a Chantilly cream with icing sugar and vanilla to top off this exquisite dessert. Before serving, garnish the cheesecake with the Chantilly cream and pecans for a visually appealing presentation.
This recipe serves 10-12 and is a delightful collaboration with CBC Creator Network.