Pumpkin Cheesecake
Pumpkin Cheesecake is a delightful autumn dessert that marries creamy richness with the warm flavors of pumpkin and spice. Featuring a buttery graham cracker crust and a smooth, velvety filling, this cheesecake is perfect for gatherings or cozy nights at home. Each slice offers a comforting taste of fall that will impress your friends and family, making it an essential addition to your dessert repertoire.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 10 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 16 oz cream cheese (softened)
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C) and grease a springform pan.
- Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a bowl. Press mixture into the bottom of the pan and bake for 10 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, beat cream cheese and sugar until fluffy. Add pumpkin puree, eggs, and cinnamon; mix until smooth.
- Pour filling over the crust and spread evenly. Bake for about 60 minutes or until slightly wobbly in the center.
- Turn off the oven, leaving the cheesecake inside for an hour to cool gradually. Chill in the fridge for at least four hours before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - For added richness, consider using brown sugar instead of granulated sugar. - Customize by adding chocolate chips or experimenting with spices like nutmeg. - Store leftovers tightly covered in the refrigerator for up to five days.