Description
Creamy pumpkin pie cheesecake blends classic autumn flavors into one irresistible dessert. Smooth cream cheese and warm spices create a luxurious treat you’ll savor with each delightful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 (8 ounces) cream cheese, room temperature
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons pumpkin spice
Flavoring and Extracts:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Crust:
- 1 (9-inch) graham cracker crust (store-bought or homemade)
Topping:
- Whipped cream (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare a smooth cream cheese base by whipping it until silky and free of lumps at room temperature.
- Gradually incorporate sugar and vanilla extract, blending until the mixture becomes uniform and glossy.
- Integrate eggs individually, ensuring each is fully absorbed before adding the next to maintain a consistent texture.
- Gently fold in pumpkin puree and pumpkin spice, creating a harmonious autumn-inspired filling with even distribution of flavors.
- Transfer the velvety mixture into a prepared graham cracker crust, spreading evenly to eliminate air pockets.
- Position the cheesecake in a preheated 350F (175C) oven, allowing it to bake for 35-40 minutes until the center stabilizes with a gentle wobble.
- Remove from oven and permit complete cooling at room temperature to prevent cracking and ensure structural integrity.
- Refrigerate for a minimum of 2 hours to solidify and enhance flavor melding, creating a luxurious, chilled dessert experience.
- When serving, garnish with a delicate dollop of whipped cream to complement the rich, spiced profile of the cheesecake.
Notes
- Swap graham cracker crust with gluten-free options like almond flour or crushed gluten-free cookies for those with wheat sensitivities.
- Reduce sugar by using natural sweeteners like stevia or monk fruit for a lower-calorie version that still tastes delicious.
- Prevent cheesecake cracking by using a water bath during baking and avoiding overmixing the batter, which can incorporate too much air.
- Consider using low-fat cream cheese or Greek yogurt as a healthier alternative to traditional cream cheese for a lighter texture and reduced calorie count.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 370 kcal
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg