Pumpkin Cheesecake with Gingersnap Pecan Crust

Pumpkin cheesecake is a popular dessert during the fall season, especially around Thanksgiving. It combines the flavors of pumpkin pie with the creamy texture of cheesecake, making it a delicious and festive treat.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 210 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Pumpkin Cheesecake with Gingersnap Pecan Crust

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 60 min Rest Time 120 min Total Time 3 hrs 30 mins

Servings: 8 Calories: 3600

Best Season: Fall

Ingredients

Servings

• 8 ounce Gingersnap Cookies
• 1 cup Pecans
• 4 tablespoon Butter
• 16 ounce Cream Cheese
• 1 cup Sugar
• 1 cup Pumpkin Puree
• 3 unit Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon Nutmeg
• 1 cup Whipped Cream
• 2 tablespoon Caramel Sauce

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (163°C). Crush the gingersnap cookies and chop the pecans.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the crushed gingersnap cookies, chopped pecans, and melted butter. Press the mixture into the bottom of a greased springform pan.
3. In a separate mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add the pumpkin puree, eggs, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Mix until well combined.
4. Pour the cream cheese mixture over the crust in the springform pan. Smooth the top with a spatula.
5. Bake in the preheated oven for 60 minutes or until the center is set. Remove from the oven and let it cool for 10 minutes.
6. Place the cheesecake in the refrigerator and let it rest for at least 2 hours.
7. Once chilled, remove the cheesecake from the springform pan. Serve each slice with a dollop of whipped cream and a drizzle of caramel sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 450kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 30g47%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 25g

Protein 6g12%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.