Description
Rich no-bake pumpkin cheesecake combines creamy filling with graham cracker crust for an easy autumn dessert. Spiced with cinnamon and topped with whipped cream, this delightful treat will satisfy seasonal cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 16 ounces (453 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 cup heavy cream
Crust Ingredients:
- 2 cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1/2 cup (113 grams) unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Sweetening and Flavoring Ingredients:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
Instructions
- Craft a rustic foundation by blending graham cracker crumbs with melted butter, sugar, and a whisper of cinnamon, pressing the mixture firmly into a springform pan’s base. Refrigerate for 20 minutes to solidify the crust.
- Transform cream cheese into a silky canvas by beating until ultra-smooth, then introduce pumpkin puree, powdered sugar, vanilla, and a symphony of warm spices (cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves). Blend until harmoniously combined.
- In a separate vessel, whip cold heavy cream into billowy peaks that stand tall and proud. Delicately incorporate the whipped cream into the pumpkin mixture, creating a light, aerated texture.
- Elegantly cascade the filling over the chilled crust, using a spatula to create a perfectly leveled surface. Seal the cheesecake in the refrigerator for a minimum of 4 hours, allowing flavors to meld and structure to set completely.
- When ready to serve, release the springform pan’s sides, slice into elegant wedges, and optionally crown with a dollop of freshly whipped cream for a decadent finish.
Notes
- Achieve a crumbly crust by pressing graham cracker mixture firmly and evenly into the pan, ensuring no loose edges.
- For a lighter texture, whip cream cheese at room temperature to prevent lumps and create a smoother filling.
- Customize spice levels by adjusting cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves to personal taste preferences.
- Substitute graham crackers with gluten-free alternatives like almond flour or crushed gluten-free cookies for a dietary-friendly version.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg