Sarah Lawrence MD
@trenddivasar
Delicious Pumpkin Cheesecake with Creamy Topping
Indulge in this rich and creamy pumpkin cheesecake, perfect for fall gatherings and holiday celebrations. With a buttery graham cracker crust and a luscious pumpkin filling, this dessert is sure to impress your guests!
Details
- Difficulty:hard
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Ingredients:15
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Recipe Information
- Prep time35 min.
- Cook time1 min.
- Total time36 min.
- Servings16
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon
- 1 1/4 cups
- 1 teaspoon
- 1/4 cup
- 1/4 cup
- 2 pounds
- 1 1/2 cups
- 3
- 1 cup
- 2 (16 ounce) cans
- 2 teaspoons
- 1 tablespoon
- 1 (16 ounce) container
- 1/2 cup
- 2 teaspoons
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Delicious Pumpkin Cheesecake with Creamy Topping.
Step 1
Start by preheating your oven to a cozy 300°F (150°C). While the oven warms up, take a moment to brush the inside of a 10-inch springform pan with a teaspoon of softened butter, ensuring a non-stick surface for your cheesecake.
Step 2
In a mixing bowl, combine the graham cracker crumbs, ground cinnamon, 1/4 cup of white sugar, and 1/4 cup of melted butter. Mix them together until they form a crumbly mixture. Press this mixture firmly into the bottom of your prepared springform pan, creating a solid crust that will hold all the deliciousness to come.
Step 3
In another bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and 1 1/2 cups of white sugar until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Add the eggs one at a time, blending well after each addition. Then, stir in the heavy whipping cream, solid-pack pumpkin, 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract, and pumpkin pie spice until everything is well combined and you have a beautiful, velvety filling. Pour this luscious mixture over the graham cracker crust, spreading it evenly.
Step 4
Now, it's time to bake! Place your cheesecake in the preheated oven and let it bake for about 1 1/2 hours, or until the center is set. Once done, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes. For an extra touch, you can leave the cheesecake in the oven with the door slightly ajar for a few hours to cool gradually, which helps prevent cracking.
Step 5
While the cheesecake cools, prepare the sour cream topping. In a bowl, beat together the sour cream, 1/2 cup of sugar, and 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. Once the cheesecake has cooled, pour this delightful topping over the cheesecake, spreading it evenly.
Step 6
Finally, chill your masterpiece in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours before removing the sides of the springform pan. This will allow the flavors to meld beautifully and the cheesecake to set perfectly. When you're ready to serve, slice into this creamy pumpkin delight and enjoy the compliments!