FRESH PUMPKIN CHEESECAKE

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This recipe changed our family's Thanksgiving meal FOREVER! I have replaced the traditional pumpkin pie with this cheesecake. The original recipe came from the Dixie Crystals Light Brown Sugar box in 2002. I made minor changes to enhance the flavor of this delectable cheesecake.

Provided by Stacia Hayes

Categories     Cheesecake

Time 8h

Yield 1 cheesecake, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 (6 ounce) package Zwieback toast, crushed
1/4 cup light brown sugar
6 tablespoons butter or 6 tablespoons margarine
3 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 cup light brown sugar
4 large eggs
2 cups pumpkin, cooked, drained WELL & mashed or 1 (15 ounce) can pumpkin
1 3/4 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup heavy cream
6 tablespoons butter or 6 tablespoons margarine
1 cup light brown sugar
1 cup pecans or 1 cup walnuts, coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • Make ahead. This needs to chill at least overnight for best quality.
  • CRUST. Toss crust ingredients together.
  • Press firmly and evenly over bottom only of lightly buttered 9-inch springform pan.
  • Chill.
  • FILLING. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Beat cream cheese until very smooth.
  • Gradually add sugars, beating until well mixed.
  • Add eggs, one at a time.
  • Add pumpkin, spice, vanilla and cream, and mix well.
  • Pour into prepared pan.
  • Bake in a 350-degree oven for 1 hours and 40 minutes (Ovens vary, so check every 10 minute after baking for 1 1/2 hours.).
  • Cool cake, then refrigerate several hours or overnight.
  • TOPPING. Combine butter with sugar in small saucepan. Over low heat, stir until sugar is dissolved. Do not overheat.
  • Pour and spread over center of cooled cheesecake, leaving about 1/2 inch margin around.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 901.2, Fat 62, SaturatedFat 33, Cholesterol 255.3, Sodium 437, Carbohydrate 79.6, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 73.6, Protein 11.5

Sisay Degu
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This cheesecake is a bit too sweet for my taste. I would reduce the amount of sugar by half next time.


Jaryiah White
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I love the unique flavor of this cheesecake. The pumpkin and cream cheese go together perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Ray Harris
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This cheesecake is perfect for a special occasion. It's beautiful and delicious.


neoneb
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The crust was a little too thick for my liking. I would use less graham cracker crumbs next time.


Partho Chowdhury
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This cheesecake is a bit too rich for my taste. I would use less cream cheese next time.


Jamar Lewis
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I've made this cheesecake several times and it's always a hit. The crust is flaky and the filling is smooth and creamy. I love the pumpkin flavor and the spices.


Ephrem Mandefro
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This cheesecake is so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Robbin Nez
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I made this cheesecake for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the creamy texture and the delicious pumpkin flavor.


Subhan Imran
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This cheesecake is perfect for fall. The pumpkin flavor is subtle and the spices are warm and inviting.


Daniel Rodriguez
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my cheesecake didn't turn out. The crust was too crumbly and the filling was too runny.


Jonathon Hill
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I followed the recipe exactly and the cheesecake turned out perfectly. I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone.


Hamza Gulzar
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The crust was a little too thick for my liking. I would use less graham cracker crumbs next time.


Sayed muzrrab shah Sayed muzrrab shah
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This cheesecake is a bit too sweet for my taste. I would reduce the amount of sugar by half next time.


Josiah Garcia
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I love the unique flavor of this cheesecake. The pumpkin and cream cheese go together perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Abdul Haqeem
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This cheesecake is so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Ziddi 109
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I'm not a big fan of pumpkin, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I'm so glad I did! The cheesecake was delicious. The crust was flaky and the filling was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Sarah Rimmer
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This cheesecake is amazing! I love the combination of pumpkin and cream cheese. The crust is also very good. I will definitely be making this again.


MD. Mehedi Hassan
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I made this cheesecake for Thanksgiving and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. The crust was perfect and the filling was so creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Nayem Hasan
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This is hands down the best pumpkin cheesecake I've ever had. The crust was flaky and delicious, and the filling was smooth, creamy, and perfectly spiced. I will definitely be making this again and again!


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