Description
Silky pumpkin pie cheesecake blends classic dessert flavors into one irresistible treat. Rich cream cheese and warm autumn spices create a luxurious experience you’ll savor with each delightful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 350F (175C), preparing the baking environment for a delectable dessert creation.
- Craft the crust by blending graham cracker crumbs with sugar and cinnamon, then incorporate melted butter until the mixture achieves a cohesive texture. Firmly press the mixture into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes, allowing the crust to set and develop a golden foundation.
- In a spacious mixing bowl, whip the cream cheese until silky smooth. Gradually introduce sugar and vanilla extract, beating until fully integrated. Gently fold in eggs one at a time, ensuring minimal mixing. Fold in pumpkin puree along with warming spices (cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves) and salt, creating a harmonious, velvety filling.
- Carefully pour the spiced cheesecake mixture over the cooled crust, spreading evenly. Bake for 55-60 minutes, watching for a set center and lightly bronzed edges. Remove from oven and allow to cool completely at room temperature.
- Refrigerate the cheesecake for a minimum of 4 hours or preferably overnight, enabling flavors to meld and texture to stabilize. Before serving, optionally crown with pillowy whipped cream and a gentle dusting of cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice.
Notes
- Chill cream cheese at room temperature for 30-45 minutes before mixing to ensure smooth, lump-free texture.
- Avoid overmixing the cheesecake batter, which can cause cracking during baking.
- Use a water bath method by placing the springform pan in a larger pan filled with hot water to prevent surface cracks and create a silky-smooth consistency.
- For gluten-free option, substitute graham cracker crumbs with gluten-free cookie crumbs or almond flour.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 55 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg