Description
Pumpkin Pie Cheesecake is the ultimate fall dessert that marries the rich, spiced flavors of pumpkin pie with the creamy texture of cheesecake. With a buttery graham cracker crust and a luscious filling, this dessert is perfect for Thanksgiving gatherings or any cozy occasion. Each slice delivers a delightful blend of warmth and sweetness, making it a showstopper on your dessert table. Indulge in this creamy masterpiece that will surely impress your family and friends!
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
- ½ cup sour cream
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 tsp pumpkin spice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C). Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter; press into the bottom of a springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes.
- In a mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add sugar and mix until well incorporated.
- Blend in pumpkin puree, sour cream, and mix in eggs one at a time. Finally, add pumpkin spice and mix until just combined.
- Pour the filling over the cooled crust and bake for about an hour until slightly jiggly in the center.
- Turn off the oven, leaving the cheesecake inside with the door ajar for an hour to cool slowly. Once cooled completely, refrigerate for at least four hours or overnight.
- Serve chilled, optionally topped with whipped cream or additional pumpkin spice.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 90mg