Description
A delightful dessert that combines creamy cheesecake with the spiced goodness of pumpkin pie, perfect for fall gatherings.
Ingredients
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- 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter, then press into a 9-inch pie pan to form the crust.
- Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth (about 2-3 mins).
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in pumpkin puree and pumpkin pie spice until well combined.
- Pour cheesecake mixture over the prepared crust and smooth the top.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until the center is set but slightly jiggly.
- Cool completely at room temperature for about an hour.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight before serving.
- Garnish with whipped cream, cinnamon, or caramel before serving.
Notes
Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature for a smooth batter. You can prepare the crust a day in advance.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 75mg