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Pumpkin Cheesecake

Irresistibly Creamy Pumpkin Cheesecake for Your Festive Feast

Indulge in the rich flavors of Pumpkin Cheesecake, a perfect dessert for festive gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Crust
  • 1 cup Graham Cracker Crumbs or gingersnap cookies for a spicier touch
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar for crust
  • 5 tablespoons Butter melted
Filling
  • 24 ounces Cream Cheese room temperature
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar for filling
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • 1 cup Pure Pumpkin Libby's brand recommended
  • 2 teaspoons Pumpkin Pie Spice
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
  • 4 Eggs large, room temperature

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Hand mixer

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a 9-inch springform pan with a mixture of graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter. Bake for 7 minutes.
  2. Lower oven temperature to 325°F (163°C). Beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar, then mix in vanilla, pumpkin, pumpkin pie spice, and cinnamon.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk eggs. Slowly add eggs to cream cheese mixture, blending on low speed until just combined.
  4. Tap mixing bowl to release air bubbles. Pour filling into pre-baked crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
  5. Bake at 325°F (163°C) for 40 minutes. Reduce to 250°F (121°C) and bake for another 45 minutes until edges are set.
  6. Turn off oven, leave cheesecake inside for 30 minutes. Crack the door open and cool for an hour.
  7. Refrigerate cheesecake for at least 6 hours or overnight before serving. Decorate with toppings before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 6gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 270mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for the best texture and prevent lumps. Avoid over-mixing and tap the bowl to release air bubbles for a smooth finish.

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