DRUNKEN PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE

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I love pumpkin and this one just sounded so delish I had to share. A great dessert for the adults for thanksgiving Enjoy

Provided by donna morales

Categories     Other Desserts

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 1/2 c vanilla wafer crumbs
1 c pecans, ground
1 stick unsalted butter, melted
2 lb cream cheese, cubed and softened
1 c light brown sugar, packed
6 large eggs
1/2 c heavy cream
1/2 c all purpose flour
pinch of salt
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1 tsp pure vanilla extract
2 c canned pure pumpkin
FOR THE TOPPINGS
2 c sweetened whipped cream
dash of bourbon
3/4 c half and half
1 Tbsp unsalted butter
1 1/3 c semisweet chocolate chips
1/4 tsp pure vanilla extract

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350ยบ. Mix together the wafer crumbs, melted butter and the ground pecans. Press down firmly into the bottom of a springform pan (12 inch)
  • 2. Using a food processor, mix the cream cheese till smooth. Then add brown sugar and mix till well blended.
  • 3. Begin adding eggs one at a time, mixing well after each egg. Add the heavy cream. Add the flour, salt, cinnamon and vanilla, blend till smooth. Add pumpkin last and mix until smooth.
  • 4. Pour filling onto crust. Bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes. You want the cake to be just set. Using a knife loosen the cake from the sides of the pan. (This prevents the cake from splitting at the top)
  • 5. Allow the cake to cool completely
  • 6. MAKE TOPPING Blend together the whipped cream and bourbon.
  • 7. For the chocolate sauce, combine half and half and the butter in a heavy bottom saucepan. Cook over medium heat. You want a thin, paper like skin to appear on the top, but do not boil. Add the vanilla and the chocolate chips and stir till chips are melted and the sauce is completely smooth. Remove from the heat and the let the sauce cool completely.
  • 8. When cake is cooled completely, remove the sides of the pan and slice the cake. Top each piece with a drizzle of the sauce and top with the bourbon whipped cream

MD Borhain
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I made this cheesecake for my family and they loved it! The crust was crispy and the filling was smooth and creamy. The pumpkin flavor was just right. I will definitely be making this again.


Razz YT
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This cheesecake was delicious! The crust was the perfect combination of crispy and chewy, and the filling was smooth and creamy. The pumpkin flavor was not overpowering, and the spices were just right. I will definitely be making this again.


syed kashif
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I made this cheesecake for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The crust was crispy and the filling was smooth and creamy. The pumpkin flavor was just right. I will definitely be making this again.


Raheem Ali
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This cheesecake was amazing! The crust was perfectly crispy, and the filling was smooth and creamy. The pumpkin flavor was not overpowering, and the spices were just right. I will definitely be making this again.


Marvin Gerringer
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I've made this cheesecake several times now, and it always turns out great! It's a favorite of my family and friends. The pumpkin flavor is delicious, and the crust is the perfect complement. I highly recommend this recipe.


Cindy Davidson
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This cheesecake was easy to make and turned out great! I used a pre-made gingersnap crust to save time, and it worked perfectly. The cheesecake was creamy and flavorful, and the pumpkin flavor was just right. I will definitely be making this again.


Ahmed Hu
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I made this cheesecake for my family and they loved it! The crust was crispy and the filling was smooth and creamy. The pumpkin flavor was just right. I will definitely be making this again.


Jesse Balderrsma
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This cheesecake was delicious! The crust was the perfect combination of crispy and chewy, and the filling was smooth and creamy. The pumpkin flavor was not overpowering, and the spices were just right. I will definitely be making this again.


mzolisi Xaba
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I made this cheesecake for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The crust was crispy and the filling was smooth and creamy. The pumpkin flavor was just right. I will definitely be making this again.


Manu Abbasi
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This cheesecake was amazing! The crust was perfectly crispy, and the filling was smooth and creamy. The pumpkin flavor was not overpowering, and the spices were just right. I will definitely be making this again.


Yanni Morshed
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I've made this cheesecake several times now, and it always turns out great! It's a favorite of my family and friends. The pumpkin flavor is delicious, and the crust is the perfect complement. I highly recommend this recipe.


Virgil Spencer
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This cheesecake was easy to make and turned out great! I used a pre-made gingersnap crust to save time, and it worked perfectly. The cheesecake was creamy and flavorful, and the pumpkin flavor was just right. I will definitely be making this again.


dravo swaburah
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I made this cheesecake for my family and they loved it! The crust was crispy and the filling was smooth and creamy. The pumpkin flavor was just right. I will definitely be making this again.


DIP Bist
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This cheesecake was delicious! The crust was the perfect combination of crispy and chewy, and the filling was smooth and creamy. The pumpkin flavor was not overpowering, and the spices were just right. I will definitely be making this again.


maqsood shah
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I made this cheesecake for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The crust was crispy and the filling was smooth and creamy. The pumpkin flavor was just right. I will definitely be making this again.


Rk Dk
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This cheesecake was amazing! The crust was perfectly crispy, and the filling was smooth and creamy. The pumpkin flavor was not overpowering, and the spices were just right. I will definitely be making this again.


nato kashia
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I've made this cheesecake several times now, and it always turns out great! It's a favorite of my family and friends. The pumpkin flavor is delicious, and the crust is the perfect complement. I highly recommend this recipe.


Sameer Praja
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This cheesecake was easy to make and turned out great! I used a pre-made gingersnap crust to save time, and it worked perfectly. The cheesecake was creamy and flavorful, and the pumpkin flavor was just right. I will definitely be making this again.


Rebecca Behreandt
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I made this cheesecake for my family and they loved it! The crust was crispy and the filling was smooth and creamy. The pumpkin flavor was not overpowering, and the spices were just right. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Giselle Nedia
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This cheesecake was a hit at my Thanksgiving party! The pumpkin and cheesecake flavors were perfectly balanced, and the gingersnap crust added a nice touch of spice. I will definitely be making this again.