Jack-O’-Lantern Cheesecake
Indulge in the festive flavors of fall with this delightful Jack-O’-Lantern Cheesecake. This creamy dessert features rich pumpkin puree blended with smooth cream cheese, all resting on a crunchy graham cracker crust. Perfect for Halloween parties or cozy gatherings, its vibrant orange hue adds a seasonal charm to your table that will have guests coming back for seconds. Easy to prepare and customize with your favorite spices, this cheesecake is a must-try for anyone looking to embrace autumn’s sweet treats.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves up to 10 slices
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups crushed graham crackers
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (not pie filling)
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- ½ tsp ground ginger
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine crushed graham crackers and melted butter; press into the bottom of a springform pan.
- Beat softened cream cheese until smooth, then gradually add sugar and mix until creamy.
- Add pumpkin puree and spices; mix until well combined.
- Incorporate eggs one at a time, mixing gently after each addition.
- Pour filling over the crust and bake for about 60 minutes or until the center is slightly jiggly.
- Cool in the oven with the door cracked for one hour; refrigerate for at least four hours before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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