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Chocolate Spiderweb Cheesecake

Deliciously Dreamy Chocolate Spiderweb Cheesecake Recipe

This Chocolate Spiderweb Cheesecake is a delightful dessert that features rich layers of cream cheese and chocolate, perfect for Halloween gatherings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 300 g digestive biscuits Substitution: Graham crackers for a different flavor.
  • 135 g unsalted butter (melted) Use unsalted for better control of sweetness.
  • 1 tablespoon cocoa powder Use high-quality cocoa for a deeper flavor.
For the Filling
  • 750 g full fat cream cheese Ensure it’s at room temperature for easier mixing.
  • 175 g icing sugar Substitution: Granulated sugar can be used but may slightly alter texture.
  • 300 ml double cream Can substitute with heavy whipping cream for similar results.
For the Ganache
  • 65 g dark chocolate Use a high cocoa percentage for a richer taste.
  • 30 g white chocolate Can omit for a simpler look.
  • 15 ml double cream
  • 1 pinch Sugarflair superwhite powder (optional) This is for aesthetic purposes only.

Equipment

  • 23 cm springform tin
  • microwave-safe bowl
  • Piping Bag
  • hand mixer
  • spatula
  • cocktail stick

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Crush 300 g of digestive biscuits into fine crumbs and mix them with 135 g of melted unsalted butter and 1 tablespoon of cocoa powder in a bowl. Press the mixture into a 23 cm springform tin and chill for 30 minutes.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 750 g of room temperature full-fat cream cheese, 175 g of icing sugar, and 40 g of cocoa powder until smooth. Gradually add 300 ml of double cream and whisk until the mixture thickens, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Spoon the cream cheese filling over the biscuit layer in the springform tin. Smooth the top and chill for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  4. Combine 65 g of dark chocolate and 65 ml of double cream in a microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 15-second intervals until smooth. Pour the ganache over the chilled cheesecake.
  5. Melt 30 g of white chocolate with 15 ml of double cream for the spiderweb design. Optionally mix in Sugarflair superwhite powder.
  6. Pipe a spiral of white chocolate ganache onto the cheesecake surface. Use a cocktail stick to draw lines from the center to the edges to create a spiderweb effect.
  7. Refrigerate the cheesecake for an additional 1-2 hours to set the ganache. Remove the springform tin and slice to serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 6gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill the cheesecake overnight for the best flavor and texture. Always use room temperature cream cheese to prevent lumps.

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