Pumpkin Cheesecake
Pumpkin Cheesecake is a rich and creamy dessert with a buttery graham cracker crust, smooth cream cheese filling, real pumpkin, and warm autumn spices. It's the perfect centerpiece for Thanksgiving, holidays, or any special dessert table.
Equipment
- electric mixer
- Large mixing bowl
- medium bowl
- oven
- Springform pan
- Wire rack
Ingredients
- ¼ teaspoon allspice
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup canned pumpkin
- 1 cup plus 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- 3 8-ounce packages cream cheese, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 5 tablespoons butter melted
- Whipped cream for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F).
- Combine the graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and 1 tablespoon sugar in a medium bowl.
- Mix until the crumbs are evenly coated.
- Press the mixture into the bottom and two-thirds up the sides of a springform pan.
- Bake the crust for 5 minutes.
- Remove the crust from the oven and let it cool slightly.
- Beat the cream cheese, remaining sugar, and vanilla until smooth.
- Add the pumpkin, eggs, cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice.
- Mix until the filling is smooth and creamy.
- Pour the filling into the prepared crust.
- Bake for 60 to 70 minutes until the center is almost set.
- Cool completely on a wire rack.
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Remove the springform ring.
- Slice and serve with whipped cream.
Notes & Wine Advice
Recipe Notes
Allow the cheesecake to cool completely before refrigerating to help prevent cracks. For the cleanest slices, dip a sharp knife in warm water and wipe it dry between each cut. Chilling the cheesecake overnight produces the creamiest texture and richest flavor. Finish each slice with whipped cream and a light dusting of ground cinnamon before serving.Wine Advice
A chilled Moscato complements the creamy filling and warm spices beautifully. A glass of Late Harvest Riesling also pairs wonderfully with this rich autumn dessert.Nutrition values
Calories: 450 kcal | Carbohydrates: 40 g | Protein: 8 g | Fat: 30 g | Saturated Fat: 17 g | Sodium: 330 mg | Sugar: 30 g