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Thanksgiving Pumpkin Cheesecake

Indulgent Thanksgiving Pumpkin Cheesecake That Wows Everytime

This Thanksgiving Pumpkin Cheesecake is a creamy, spiced delight that brings warmth to your holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Chilling Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cheesecake Filling
  • 16 oz Cream Cheese Let it soften at room temperature.
  • 1 cup Pumpkin Puree Fresh roasted pumpkin can be used.
  • ¾ cup Granulated Sugar Brown sugar can be a substitute.
  • ¼ cup Brown Sugar Can be omitted if only granulated sugar is used.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Substitute with nut-based yogurt for dairy-free.
  • 1 tablespoon Vanilla Extract Use pure vanilla for best results.
  • 3 large Eggs Beat until pale yellow.
For the Crust
  • 1 cup Graham Crackers Gluten-free cookies or almond flour for gluten-free.
  • ½ cup Butter Substitute with coconut oil for dairy-free.
For the Pumpkin Spice
  • 2 tablespoon Pumpkin Spice A mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.

Equipment

  • 9-inch springform pan
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric mixer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Crush the graham crackers and mix with melted butter. Press into a 9-inch springform pan. Bake for 10 minutes until golden brown, then cool.
  2. Blend room-temperature cream cheese on medium speed until smooth. Gradually add pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, brown sugar, sour cream, eggs, and vanilla extract until creamy.
  3. Pour filling over cooled crust and spread evenly. Bake for 55 to 70 minutes until edges set and center is slightly jiggly.
  4. Cool in the oven for 1 hour, then let it sit at room temperature. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  5. Remove from springform pan, top with whipped cream and cinnamon, cut into slices, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 5gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 160mgFiber: 1gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 3mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Ensure all dairy ingredients are at room temperature for a smooth filling. Do not overmix the filling to avoid cracks in the cheesecake.

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