Pumpkin Cheesecake Bliss: Easy Recipe for Cozy Fall Nights
Indulge in the rich flavors of this pumpkin cheesecake, perfect for fall gatherings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 packages (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 cup sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp ground ginger
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a medium bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter; mix well and press into the bottom of a 9-inch springform pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add the pumpkin puree and sugar, then mix until combined.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt.
- Pour the pumpkin cheesecake mixture over the crust in the springform pan.
- Bake for 55-60 minutes or until the center is set and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before refrigerating for at least 4 hours.
- Serve chilled and enjoy!
Notes
- For best flavor, use fresh pumpkin puree.
- Top with whipped cream before serving for extra indulgence.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Pumpkin Cheesecake, Fall Recipes, Easy Dessert