Description
This Layered Pumpkin Cheesecake is a show-stopping dessert perfect for fall and holiday gatherings. With a buttery graham cracker crust, creamy vanilla cheesecake, and a warmly spiced pumpkin layer, it’s the ultimate crowd-pleaser. Ideal as a quick make-ahead dessert, this easy recipe blends cozy autumn flavors into a stunning slice of comfort. Whether you're exploring new breakfast ideas, need a delicious addition to your dinner ideas list, or simply looking for a food idea that impresses, this cheesecake delivers in every way.
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
24 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 large eggs, room temperature
1/2 cup sour cream
1 cup pumpkin puree
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Whipped cream, for garnish
Pinch of cinnamon, for dusting
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and cinnamon in a bowl. Add melted butter and stir until combined. Press into a 9-inch springform pan and bake for 10 minutes. Let cool.
2. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add sugar and vanilla; beat until creamy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing after each. Blend in sour cream until smooth.
3. Pour slightly more than half the batter into the crust and smooth the top.
4. In a separate bowl, mix the remaining batter with pumpkin puree, spices, and flour.
5. Carefully spoon the pumpkin layer over the plain cheesecake. Smooth the top.
6. Wrap the springform pan in foil. Place it in a larger baking dish and add hot water halfway up the sides. Bake for 60–70 minutes, until the center is just slightly jiggly.
7. Let cool in the oven with the door cracked for 1 hour. Then cool completely at room temperature. Chill for at least 6 hours or overnight.
8. Before serving, release from the pan and garnish with whipped cream and a pinch of cinnamon.
Notes
Use room temperature ingredients for a smooth texture.
Don’t skip the water bath to prevent cracking.
For clean slices, wipe the knife between cuts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
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