Description
Indulge in the perfect blend of two classic desserts with this Easy Pumpkin Pie Cheesecake Recipe. Creamy cheesecake meets spiced pumpkin pie in a delightful harmony of flavors.
Ingredients
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Cheesecake Layer:
- 2 (8 oz) packages cream cheese (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
Pumpkin Layer:
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 teaspoons pumpkin spice
Crust and Topping:
- 1 (9-inch) graham cracker crust (store bought or homemade)
- whipped cream (optional topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F.
- Remove 1 1/3 cups of the cheesecake batter and spread it into the bottom of the graham cracker crust.
- Add the pumpkin puree and pumpkin spice to the remaining cheesecake batter and whisk gently until well combined. Carefully spread the pumpkin layer over the plain cheesecake layer with a spatula.
- Bake in preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until center is almost set. The center of the cheesecake will still be slightly jiggly, but will set up fully as it chills in the fridge.
- Allow to cool fully, to room temperature, about 1 hour. Then cover and refrigerate the cheesecake for a minimum of 3 hours, or up to overnight for best results. This cheesecake always tastes better the next day after the flavors meld together and the cheesecake fully sets up.
- Slice and serve with whipped cream on top, if desired!
In a large bowl, beat to combine the cream cheese, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract, until well combined. Beat in the eggs one at a time, until smooth.
Notes
- This recipe can be easily doubled for a larger gathering.
- For a festive touch, sprinkle additional pumpkin spice on top before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
Keywords: Pumpkin Pie Cheesecake, Fall Desserts, Holiday Recipes, Easy Cheesecake Recipe
