Ingredients
1 prepared graham cracker crust (9-inch or 10-inch springform pan, not pre-baked)
24 ounces cream cheese, softened to room temperature (use full-fat brick-style cream cheese)
ΒΎ cup brown sugar, packed
Β½ cup sugar
β cup sour cream
1 Β½ teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup pumpkin puree (100% pumpkin, not pumpkin pie filling)
2 Β½ teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
3 large eggs, lightly beaten (room temperature preferred)
ΒΎ cup heavy cream
ΒΌ cup powdered sugar
Β½ teaspoon vanilla extract
β teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
1-First, preheat your oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C). This temperature ensures even baking without drying out the cheesecake. Prepare the graham cracker crust in a 9-inch springform pan and chill it in the refrigerator to set firmly before adding the batter.
2-Next, in a large bowl, beat together the cream cheese and sugars until smooth and lump-free, scraping down the sides as needed. Stir in the sour cream to add tanginess. Then, add the vanilla extract, pumpkin puree, and pumpkin pie spice; mix until fully combined for that signature flavor.
3-After that, add the eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed just until combined after each addition and scraping down the sides. Spread the batter evenly over the chilled crust and place the pan on a foil-lined baking sheet. Bake for 40 minutes or until the center is almost set but may jiggle slightly; the edges should be set.
4-Once baked, cool the cheesecake to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight to firm up. Finally, prepare the cinnamon whipped cream by combining the heavy cream, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon; beat on low speed, gradually increasing until stiff peaks form. Top the chilled cheesecake with this whipped cream before serving for a delightful finish.
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π§ Use full-fat brick-style cream cheese for best texture and flavor.
π Use pure pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling, for authentic taste.
π₯ Bring eggs, cream cheese, and sour cream to room temperature to prevent cracking and ensure smooth batter.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- chilling time: 6 hours
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 30 grams
- Sodium: 351 mg
- Fat: 36 grams
- Saturated Fat: 18 grams
- Carbohydrates: 39 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 12 grams
- Cholesterol: 312 mg
