Pumpkin Cheesecake: The Best Indulgent Recipe for Fall Desserts
Indulge in the creamy, spiced flavor of pumpkin cheesecake, the perfect dessert for fall gatherings and holidays.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 2 cups crushed graham crackers
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix the crushed graham crackers with melted butter and press into the bottom of a springform pan.
- In a large bowl, blend the pumpkin puree, cream cheese, sugar, eggs, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and salt until smooth.
- Pour the pumpkin mixture over the crust in the springform pan.
- Bake for 60 minutes or until the center is set. Let cool and refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
- Serve with whipped cream if desired.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, consider adding a pinch of cloves to the filling.
- Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature before mixing for a smoother consistency.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Pumpkin Cheesecake, Fall Desserts, Indulgent Dessert