Description
Embrace the essence of autumn with this Pumpkin Patch Cheesecake, a creamy and decadent dessert that captivates with its vibrant flavors and inviting aroma. This delightful treat features a buttery graham cracker crust, velvety pumpkin filling spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg, and is perfect for any fall gathering. Decorate it with whipped cream or festive candy pumpkins for an adorable touch that will impress your guests and create cherished memories.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¾ cup granulated sugar (divided)
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix graham cracker crumbs, melted butter, and ¼ cup sugar. Press into the bottom of a greased springform pan.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add remaining sugar, mixing on low. Blend in pumpkin puree, sour cream, eggs, cinnamon, and nutmeg until creamy.
- Pour filling over crust and spread evenly. Bake for 55-60 minutes until the center is slightly jiggly.
- Turn off the oven; leave cheesecake inside to cool for an hour with the door ajar. Chill in the refrigerator for at least four hours or overnight before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 80mg