Ultimate Pumpkin Cheesecake
A rich and creamy pumpkin cheesecake filled with warm autumn spices, perfect for holiday gatherings or a cozy weekend treat.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 90 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 packages cream cheese
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 eggs
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1 graham cracker crust
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- Prepare your cream cheese by beating it in a large mixing bowl until smooth and creamy — about 2 minutes.
- Add the pumpkin puree and sugar gradually, mixing on low speed until well combined.
- Incorporate the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, and then add the pumpkin pie spice.
- Pour the filling into the graham cracker crust and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 50–60 minutes or until the edges are set and the center has a slight jiggle.
- Cool at room temperature for about an hour, then refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Notes
For presentation, consider garnishing with cinnamon, whipped cream, pecans, or caramel sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: pumpkin cheesecake, fall dessert, holiday dessert