This Instant Pot gingerbread cheesecake has a hint of gingerbread spice that pairs perfectly with the sweet and spicy gingersnap crust. Perfect for the holidays, or any day!
There's something special about having a dessert that's perfect for a holiday table. For Thanksgiving, sweet potato pie and pumpkin cheesecake are sure to be on our table. But when Christmas rolls around we are ready for all the Christmas flavors. Homemade eggnog, and this gingerbread cheesecake are the stars of our Christmas menu. This creamy gingerbread cheesecake, with a crisp gingerbread crust, is a hit every year.
Why This Recipe Works
- The creamy cheesecake has just a hint of gingerbread spices. The flavor is subtle, and pairs perfectly with the sweet and spicy gingersnap crust.
- Cooking desserts in the Instant Pot leaves the oven and stove top free for additional holiday cooking!
- Oven baked cheesecakes need a water bath to achieve a smooth surface and a silky texture. However, because a pressure cooker uses steam to cook, they can produce perfectly smooth and silky cheesecakes without the additional, and sometimes tricky, step of a water bath!
The Process
Measure out 120 grams gingersnaps (or 18 Stauffer Ginger Snap Cookies
Place gingersnaps and 1 teaspoon brown sugar in food processor or blender and blend until fine.
Combine melted butter and gingersnap sugar mix in bowl until well combined.
Pour crumb mixture into 7 inch push pan or springform pan and spread to make an even layer. Then, using the bottom of a glass or flat pyrex bowl, press crumbs down into an even layer. Use fingertips or spoon to press down around the edges of the pan if necessary.
Place in freezer while preparing batter.
Mix ⅔ cup sugar with 2 tablespoon cornstarch in a small bowl.
Combine sugar mixture and 16 oz cream cheese in medium size bowl and beat until combined, scraping down sides with spatula.
Add remaining ingredients to the cream cheese mixture.
Beat on low speed until well combined and smooth, scraping sides and bottom of bowl with a spatula as you mix.
Remove cheesecake pan from freezer and pour batter into pan. Place 3" trivet into 6-qt or larger pressure cooker and add 1 cup water. Cover pan in foil and carefully place into pressure cooker on top of trivet. Cook at high pressure for 26 minutes, then allow a natural pressure release (will take from 20-30 minutes). Allow cheesecake to cool for one hour. Once cool, carefully run a paring knife around the edge of the cheesecake to separate from pan. Refrigerate for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight.
And this is the AMAZING Result…
More Instant Pot cheesecake recipes:
- Instant Pot Pumpkin Cheesecake with Maple Glaze
- Peppermint Bark Cheesecake in the Instant Pot
- Instant Pot White Chocolate Strawberry Cheesecake
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Gingerbread Cheesecake in the Instant Pot
Ingredients
Cheesecake Crust:
- 120 grams gingersnaps *see notes
- 1 tsp. brown sugar
- 3 Tbsp. salted butter melted
Cheesecake Batter:
- 16 oz. cream cheese room temperature
- 2 large eggs room temperature
- ½ cup sour cream room temperature
- ⅔ cup white sugar
- 2 Tbsp. corn starch
- 2 tsp. vanilla extract
- ⅛ tsp. salt
- ¼ tsp. cinnamon
- ¼ tsp. ground ginger
Instructions
Cheesecake Crust:
- Place gingersnaps and brown sugar in food processor or blender and blend until fine.
- Combine melted butter and gingersnap sugar mix in bowl until well combined.
- Pour crumb mixture into 7-inch push pan or springform pan and spread to make an even layer. Then, using the bottom of a glass or flat pyrex bowl, press crumbs down into an even layer. Use fingertips or spoon to press down around the edges of the pan if necessary.
- Place in freezer while preparing batter.
Cheesecake batter:
- (For best results, all ingredients should be room temperature before beginning.) Mix sugar with cornstarch in a small bowl.
- Combine sugar mixture and cream cheese in medium size bowl and beat until combined, scraping down sides with spatula.
- Add remaining ingredients to the cream cheese mixture and beat on low speed until well combined and smooth, scraping sides and bottom of bowl with a spatula as you mix.
- Remove cheesecake pan from freezer and pour batter into pan.
- Optional step: Tap pan lightly on counter to help air bubbles rise to surface. Pop bubbles with a toothpick until clear of bubbles.
Cooking Instructions:
- Place 3-inch trivet into 6-qt. or larger pressure cooker and add 1 cup water.
- Cover pan in foil and carefully place into pressure cooker on top of trivet. Cook at high pressure for 26 minutes, then allow a natural pressure release (will take from 20-30 minutes).
- Remove pan from cooker and uncover. Allow cheesecake to cool for one hour or until room temperature. Once cool, carefully run a paring knife around the edge of the cheesecake to separate from pan. Refrigerate for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight.
- Carefully push cheesecake up from push pan by placing center of push pan on a can or glass and pushing edges down. If using springform pan, gently remove outer edge of pan. Then serve and enjoy.
Notes
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Matt
This was such a great cheesecake. I love cheesecake and got the chance to make this. And THIS. WAS. AMAZING!
Perfect fall treat!
Carey May
I'm making two of these for Thanksgiving. How soon can I remove from the springform pan, in order to make the second Cheesecake?
Gary
It needs to cool completely before removing or it might lose its shape.
Rachael
I always cool to room temp, then refrigerate for 8 hours before removing. I’d try refrigerating for 4 hours, then check to see if it feels cold all the way across before attempting to remove. Good luck!
Josie
This is a GREAT cheesecake! I made it for Thanksgiving & my husband said it's the best one I've made so far....and I've made a lot of different cheesecakes in the 3 years I've had my IP! Thanks for the recipe 🙂
Kimmy
Would it come out too dent with cornstarch?
Gary
No, it is a very creamy cheesecake. I wouldn't recommend omitting the cornstarch or it will not fully set.
Sabrina Wiles
Do you recommend serving it with any topping?
Gary White
We usually serve without topping. You could always add whipped cream if you choose though.
Amy
I'm new to cheesecake in the Instant Pot and love how easy it was! The flavor is fantastic, but my cheesecake turned out too creamy, like it's not fully set (after being in fridge for 12 hours). Any advice? Did I overmix? Should I try more cornstarch? It tastes so good that I definitely want to try it again. Thanks!