Over the years, this has become my favorite recipe for pumpkin cheesecake. It has a unique gingersnap crust and rich, luscious swirls of cheesecake and pumpkin. If you want something extra special for the holidays, you have to try this recipe. -Sharon Skildum, Maple Grove, Minnesota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 1h25m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. Place a greased 9-in. springform pan on a double thickness of heavy-duty foil (about 18 in. square). Securely wrap foil around pan., In a small bowl, combine cookie crumbs, pecans and butter. Press onto the bottom of prepared pan. Place on a baking sheet. Bake 8-10 minutes or until set. Cool on a wire rack., For filling, in a large bowl, beat 1 package of cream cheese, 1/2 cup sugar and cornstarch until smooth, about 2 minutes. Beat in remaining cream cheese, one package at a time until smooth. Add remaining sugar and vanilla. Add eggs; beat on low speed just until combined. , Place 2 cups filling in a small bowl; stir in pumpkin, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Remove 3/4 cup pumpkin filling; set aside. Pour remaining pumpkin filling over crust; top with remaining plain filling. Cut through with a knife to swirl. Drop reserved pumpkin filling by spoonfuls over cheesecake; cut through with a knife to swirl. , Place springform pan in a large baking pan; add 1 in. of hot water to larger pan. Bake until center is just set and top appears dull, 55-65 minutes. Remove springform pan from water bath. Cool on a wire rack 10 minutes. Carefully run a knife around edge of pan to loosen; cool 1 hour longer. Refrigerate overnight. , If desired, garnish with chocolate syrup, caramel sauce, whipped topping and additional crushed gingersnaps.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 500 calories, Fat 35g fat (18g saturated fat), Cholesterol 155mg cholesterol, Sodium 390mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (31g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 8g protein.
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Repon Roy
[email protected]This cheesecake is the perfect way to celebrate fall.
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[email protected]I'm so happy I found this recipe.
Sazid Ahmed
[email protected]This cheesecake is so good, I could eat it every day.
Mian Mahad
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of pumpkin cheesecake, but this recipe changed my mind.
Daniel FRENCH
[email protected]This is the best pumpkin cheesecake recipe I've ever tried.
Kelvin Kipkemboi
[email protected]I can't wait to make this cheesecake again.
Colleen Joy
[email protected]This cheesecake is a must-try for any pumpkin cheesecake lover.
Elisha Khamisi
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe.
Pappuraj Dubai
[email protected]This cheesecake is so rich and decadent.
MARION KASUTI
[email protected]I love how this cheesecake is not too sweet.
M ShahZaib Jutt
[email protected]This cheesecake is the perfect dessert for any occasion.
Jose Correa
[email protected]I've made this cheesecake several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
SyedaSundus Ali shah
[email protected]This cheesecake is so easy to make and it always turns out perfectly.
Todd S. Sallomi
[email protected]I made this cheesecake for Thanksgiving and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.
Mohasin Mia
[email protected]This is the best pumpkin cheesecake I've ever had! The crust is so buttery and flaky, and the filling is creamy and flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.