Irresistible Pumpkin Cheesecake
Indulge in the warmth of Thanksgiving with this luscious pumpkin cheesecake, featuring a buttery graham cracker crust and spiced whipped cream topping. Every bite delivers creamy goodness infused with cinnamon and nutmeg, evoking memories of joyful gatherings. This dessert not only satisfies your sweet cravings but also becomes the centerpiece of your holiday feast, bringing family and friends together for a delightful culinary experience.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8 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 (canned or homemade)
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter; press firmly into the bottom of a springform pan.
- In another bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth; gradually mix in sugar until combined. Add pumpkin puree, eggs, and cinnamon, mixing well.
- Pour the filling over the prepared crust and bake for 50-60 minutes or until set with a slight jiggle in the center.
- Cool at room temperature for one hour before refrigerating for at least four hours or overnight.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 85mg