This recipe is a delightful fusion of classic cheesecake and the warm flavors of pumpkin spice. The crust, made from a blend of graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar, and melted butter, is enriched with pecans for a nutty twist. The cheesecake filling combines cream cheese, sugar, sour cream, heavy cream, eggs, and egg yolk, creating a smooth and creamy texture. Pumpkin puree is then added to part of the batter, along with pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, and nutmeg, infusing it with the essence of fall. The two batters are swirled together in the crust, creating a visually appealing marble effect. After baking in a water bath to ensure even cooking and a smooth top, the cheesecake is cooled and topped with a homemade vanilla whipped cream, adding a light and airy contrast to the rich and spiced filling. This pumpkin spice cheesecake is a perfect dessert for autumn celebrations or as a comforting treat.
Ingredients:
- Crust: 2 ½ cups graham cracker crumbs, ¼ cup brown sugar, 10 tbsp unsalted butter, pecans (optional).
- Cheesecake: 32 oz cream cheese, 1 cup white sugar, ¾ cup sour cream, ¾ cup heavy cream, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 4 large eggs, 1 egg yolk, 15 oz pumpkin puree, 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice, 2 ½ tsp ground cinnamon, ¼ tsp nutmeg.
- Whipped Cream: 1 cup heavy cream, 2 tbsp powdered sugar, 1 tsp vanilla extract.
Instructions:
- Crust: Mix graham cracker crumbs, sugar, butter, press into pan, bake at 325°F for 13 min.
- Filling: Beat cream cheese, sugar; add sour cream, cream, vanilla, eggs, yolk. Divide batter, mix pumpkin puree, spices into half. Swirl both batters in crust, bake in water bath 85-95 min.
- Whipped Cream: Whip cream, sugar, vanilla; pipe onto cooled cheesecake.
Indulge in the rich and comforting flavors of this Pumpkin Spice Cheesecake, a delightful dessert perfect for autumn gatherings. Its creamy texture and harmonious blend of spices make it a wonderful treat to share with friends and family. Enjoy the process of baking this luxurious cheesecake and the joy it brings to those who savor it. Each slice is not just a dessert, but a celebration of the season's flavors, perfect for sharing during festive occasions or cozy nights in. Gather, bake, and relish in these moments of sweet indulgence together.