I have been a big Chai kick in 2020, I think being home just made me want something special, and grabbing an iced chai when I went out used to be my special treat. I've been so in love I have been whipping up my own spice blend and figured it needed to be highlighted in a cheesecake. So this recipe for Chai-Spiced Cheesecake was born. It uses my base cheesecake recipe you just need to mix up a batch of my Chai Spice Mix and you are all set!
What you need:
The ingredients list here is simple and effective. This is a classic cheesecake base that is kicked up a few notches with the addition of some homemade Chai Spice. I also opt for making my own graham crumbs most of the time, but buying store-bought is fine.
First, make your crust by mixing together the butter and graham cracker crumbs. Place it into the bottom of a lined and greased cake pan, and press it down with a glass or measuring cup. Bake for 9 minutes to set the crust.
Then add the cheesecake mixture to the pan and bake. You know it is done when the cheesecake wiggles like jello.
Gently shake to see if it is done, then crack the oven door or place a wooden spoon in the door, turn off the oven and let it cool until room temp in the oven. Doing this reduces the risk of a crack that can happen when the temperature is changed too quickly.
I like to make a fresh batch of whipped cream that I also put some Chai Spice in, because why not!? Dust some of top too, the flavor is so good, just punch it up!
Cheesecake Storage
This cheesecake can be frozen and stored for up to a few months. I also enjoy making this in 3 6-inch cake pans. It lets me store a few away for later use.
It will keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 10 days. If you will not eat it all at once, slice it up, and store individual slices in the freezer. Simply wrap it tightly with plastic wrap.
If you love Cheesecake...
Take a look at my other variations that are just as good as this Chai-Spiced Cheesecake. The Peaches & Cream Cheesecake is my summer favorite and uses my Quick Peach Jam. And in fall I LOVE this recipe for Perfect Pumpkin Cheesecake, it is like fall in a bite!
📖 Recipe
Chai-Spiced Cheesecake
2020 had me on a Chai kick and this cheesecake was next in line. All the warm flavors of fall and winter minus the pumpkin if you are a pumpkin hater.
Ingredients
Cheesecake
- 2 cup Graham Cracker Crumbs
- 8 tablespoons Unsalted Butter melted
- 3 8 oz Cream Cheese Blocks room temp
- 1 ⅓ cup Granulated Sugar
- 2 tablespoons Corn Starch
- 2 tablespoons Chai Spice
- 1 tablespoon Vanilla Extract
- 2 Eggs extra large
- ½ cup Heavy Whipping Cream
Whipped Topping
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- ½ cup Powdered Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Chai Spice
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350F.
- Crust
- Prepare 1 8-inch round cake pan by lining the bottom with parchment paper and greasing the bottom and sides well with pan spray.
- In a small bowl combine graham cracker crumbs, and melted butter to form your crust mixture.
- Press 1 cup of the crust mixture into the bottom of each pan using the base of a measuring cup or drinking glass.
- Bake the crust in the oven for 9 minutes. Remove and set aside while making your filling.
- Cheesecake Batter
- In a stand mixer, combine one package of cream cheese and ⅓ cup of sugar. Mix on low until well combined, about 3 minutes. Add each of the remaining cream cheese blocks one at a time until they are all combined. Scraping the sides and bottom of the bowl after each addition.
- Add the remaining sugar, corn starch, chai spice, and vanilla. Mix on medium speed adding the eggs one at a time, making sure they are well combined after each addition. Add the cream and only mix until combined, being careful not to over mix.
- Spoon the cream cheese mixture into your prepared pan.
- Place the cake in a shallow pan, place in the oven, and fill the pan with 1 inch of water. This is a water bath, and it will keep the cheesecakes from cracking while cooking.
- Bake for 45-55 minutes until the top is golden brown and it has the slightest wiggle to it. Turn off the oven and leave the cheesecake in the oven until cool. about 3 hours with the door cracked. Leave the cake in the pan and cover loosely with plastic wrap and poke a few holes in the top and place in refrigerator until completely cool, 4 hrs up to overnight.
- To remove from the pan, turn upside down keeping the plastic wrap on top, and warm the bottom with your hands. You do this because the butter when cold will keep the cake in the pan. Rub the bottom for about a minute and then give the bottom a good whack. The cake should fall from the bottom and be in perfect condition. Lift the cake using the plastic wrap and place it on a plate. If the cheesecake is a little stubborn, run a knife around the outside of the pan to loosen the cake.
- Whipped Topping
- In a stand mixer fitted with the whip attachment, whip the cream on medium speed until you see it begin to hold a ribbon. Add the powdered sugar, chai spice, and vanilla and continue whipping on medium speed until stiff peaks form. Top each slice of cheesecake with a generous dollop and enjoy.
Notes
This is a perfect base cheesecake recipe, leave the spices out for the most delicious plain NY Cheesecake.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
10Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 673Total Fat: 49gSaturated Fat: 28gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 16gCholesterol: 175mgSodium: 325mgCarbohydrates: 53gFiber: 1gSugar: 41gProtein: 8g
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Linda Gonzalez
Hallo , i want to try you recept , only in not clearly for me , how much OZ of creem cheeses it is necessary.. if i read , they are said 3 8 OZ .. wat you mean here ?? I need 38 oz alsmost 1 kg of cream cheese ..
I would greatly appreciate your answer
Linda Gonzalez
Kendell
Hi Linda, you need 3, 8-ounce packages of cream cheese, so in total you need 24 ounces of cream cheese.
Heather
I made this for Christmas and it was incredible. It set beautifully and i am honestly so happy. This was the first baked cheesecake i have ever made too!! X
Kendell
Heather! I am so happy to hear that you had great success with this recipe. It is one of my family's favorites that I make. I hope you can continue to enjoy it for years to come!
Kris
Hi, I’d like to make these into mini cheesecakes using a muffin tin. What would be the variations for bake time and measurements to do this?
Kendell
Bake for 25-30 minutes at 325˚F until the cheesecakes are set and the middles jiggle slightly.