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Pumpkin Cheesecake Delight Recipe is a fall favorite.

This luscious Pumpkin Cheesecake is a dreamy fall dessert with a gingersnap cookie crust and velvety pumpkin-spiced filling. Baked low and slow in a water bath for the perfect creamy texture, it’s finished with a chill that sets every slice beautifully. A must-have for cozy gatherings, Thanksgiving feasts, or any autumn celebration.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Total Time 6 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • For the Crust:1½ cups gingersnap cookie crumbs6 tablespoons salted butter melted1 tablespoon granulated sugar
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  • For the Cheesecake Filling:22 ounces cream cheese at room temperature⅔ cup granulated sugar⅔ cup light brown sugar1 teaspoon vanilla extract15 ounces pumpkin puree1 teaspoon ground cinnamon¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg¼ teaspoon ground cloves10 ounces sour cream, at room temperature3 large eggs, gently whisked and at room temperature

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F and spray a 9-inch springform pan with non-stick spray.In a medium bowl, combine gingersnap crumbs, melted butter, and sugar. Press mixture firmly into the bottom of the pan.Bake the crust for 6 minutes until golden and slightly set. Remove and let cool completely.In a large mixing bowl, beat cream cheese on low speed until smooth and creamy.Mix in granulated sugar, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and pumpkin puree, scraping the sides as needed.Add cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, then mix in sour cream until fully combined.Whisk eggs in a separate bowl, then gently fold into the cheesecake batter just until incorporated—do not overmix.Pour the batter over the cooled crust. Tap the pan firmly on the counter several times to release air bubbles. Let sit for 10 minutes and tap again.Wrap the outside of the pan with 2–3 layers of aluminum foil to prevent water from seeping in.Place the springform pan in a larger pan filled halfway with steaming hot water to create a water bath.Bake for 65 minutes without opening the oven. Then turn off the oven and let the cheesecake sit inside (door closed) for 5 hours to cool gradually.Remove the cheesecake from the oven and water bath. Unwrap the foil and chill in the refrigerator overnight, loosely covered.Serve chilled, topped with whipped cream, caramel sauce, or crushed gingersnaps.

Notes

Use full-fat cream cheese and sour cream for best texture.
Don’t skip the water bath—it helps prevent cracks and creates an ultra-smooth cheesecake.
You can prepare the crust and filling up to 1 day in advance, storing the filling separately in the fridge.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

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